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XIMB Admission 2025: Process, Eligibility, Selection Criteria

Private University|Estd. 2013|NIRF #45 (Management) 2025

• Updated on 17 Sept, 2025 by Kirti Mehendiratta

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4 Sept, 2025 : The NIRF Rankings 2025 have been announced. XIM University has secured the 45th position in the management category.

XIMB is a private university specializing in undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in various fields such as management, legal studies, engineering, economics, and communication studies. The university offers MBA programmes in the following areas: Business Management, Human Resource Management, and Rural Management. The fees for the MBA programme which is also its flagship course is INR 11 lakh. For getting admission into the undergraduate programmes, the candidates need to be graduated from 10+2 level.

 

For the postgraduate level programmes, the candidates require a qualifying bachelor's degree and one of the entrance exams (XAT, CAT, GMAT, and XGMT). For the doctoral programs, the candidates need to have a master's degree, and should appear for XRAT. In placements 2024, the highest package offered was INR 32 LPA, while the average package was INR 14.67 LPA.

 

Table of Contents

  1. XIMB Admission for UG Courses
  2. XIMB Admission for PG Courses
  3. XIMB Admission for PhD Courses
  4. XIMB Application Process 2025
  5. XIMB Admission FAQs

 

XIMB Admission for UG Courses

XIMB offers admission to a number of undergraduate courses such as B.Com (Hons.), BBM (Hons.), B.A.-LLB, BBA-LLB, B.Tech (CSE), and B.Sc. in Economics, Media Studies, Sustainable Development, and Psychology. Admissions for all undergraduate programs are generally based on merit except for law programs which require CLAT scores. Fee structure ranges from INR 59,000 for B.Tech CSE to INR 1,17,000 per semester depending on course of study.

 

XIMB Admission for PG Courses

XIMB has several postgraduate programs, with MBA, EMBA, M.Tech, M.Sc., MA, and LLM. Entrance exams are required for admission to all programs (XAT, CAT, GMAT, GATE, etc.) while other programs will require merit based selection. The fees for M.Sc and EMBA programs are INR 1 Lakh andINR 14 Lakhs respectively. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and meet the eligibility criteria for admission.

 

XIMB Admission for PhD Courses

XIMB offers admission to Ph.D. programs available in full time and part time modes. For admission to a Ph.D. program, candidates must have a master's degree and submit a research proposal. For part-time Ph.D. programs, work experience in the relevant field is also required to be considered. Fees for part-time Ph.D. programs is INR 1,00,000 per year.

 

XIMB Application Process 2025

The following points provides a step by step application process to get admission into XIM University:

  • Visit the official XIMB website and click on the application link.
  • Enter personal, academic, and contact information and fill in all information accurately. After that, upload the required documents.
  • Complete the payment process online using a bank transfer, credit/debit card, or UPI. Review and confirm your form thoroughly before finally submitting the online form.
  • You can also check your application status online.
  • Only eligible candidates will appear for exams/interviews based on the course eligibility criteria.

 

XIMB Admission FAQs

What is the application process at XIM University?

The admission process for XIMB involves filling out an online application, uploading required documents, and paying the application fees. Candidates planning on applying for MBA or postgraduate programs need to take XAT or GMAT or CAT based on the program. Undergraduate programs are mainly merit-based whereas Ph.D. applicants need to provide a research proposal and organize an interview.

What eligibility criteria must a student meet to apply for MBA programs at XIM University?

To apply for an MBA program at XIMB students need to have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree with at least 50% marks. Students also need to submit CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT scores along with the application form. A few MBA programs require prior work experience to apply. Shortlisted candidates go through an interview and group discussion.

What are the fees for the MBA in XIM University?

XIM University's MBA fees depend on the field of specialization. The MBA in Business Management is charged at a fee of INR 11 lakh per year, and the MBA in Sustainability Management, MBA in Public Policy, and MBA in Urban Management is charged INR 6 lakh - INR 6.2 lakh per year. The Executive MBA (EMBA) is charged a total fee of INR 14 lakh.

Are there scholarships available at XIM University?

Yes, XIMB offers merit and need-based scholarships to students. Scholarships are available to students based on the entrance test score, academic performance, or financial need. Some of our programs also offer fee waivers and assistantships to Ph.D. students. Also, government scholarships may be available based on eligibility.

What is the highest placement package at XIM University?

Each year, the highest package for placements at XIMB for 2024 is INR 32 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum), offered to the student of MBA - Business Management. The average package for all programs of students was between INR 8-12 LPA with recruiters from consulting, finance, IT, and FMCG sectors.

Is it possible to get direct admission in XIM University?

For the majority of programs offered at XIM University, there is no direct admission because there is selection based on entrance exams and academics. There are some UG programs with direct admission based on 10+2 merit as well. Ph.D. candidates will need to submit a research proposal and will be subject to interview for admission.

Which entrance examinations does XIMB accept for admission?

XIMB accepts CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, GATE, and CLAT entrance tests for MBA affiliated, M. Tech and law program admission. For all other PG/UG programs, merit and a personal interview is used for admissions. Students are encouraged to check specific eligibility criteria on the official website prior to submitting application.

What are the hostel and accommodation facilities at XIM University?

XIMB offers android rooms, sharing rooms, and mess services and Wi-Fi facilities for having a good studying environment. Hostel charges range is around INR 1-1.5 lakh per year. Other off-campus accommodations are also available for students who want to stay outside the campus.

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