XIMB (Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar), offers admission to postgraduate courses such as MBA, Executive MBA for professional executives and a doctoral program for the candidates interested in to do research in Management. The total fees for the MBA program is Rs 23.6 lakh. Admission at XIMB is on the basis of merit and entrance exam scores. Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, accepts entrance exams such as GMAT, CAT, XAT, MAT or XGMT (XIM General Management Test), followed by a WAT (Written Ability Test), Group Discussion and a Personal interview round.
XIMB Important Dates 2025
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| XIMB PG Admission 2025 | Open |
| Last date to apply for XIMB PG Admission 2025 | March 31, 2025 |
| XAT 2026 Registration Process | July 2nd week |
| XRAT 2026 for doctoral program | April 2025 (Tentative) |
XIMB PG Admission 2025
The postgraduate courses offered by XIMB are MBA and Executive MBA. For XIMB MBA admission candidates must appear for XIM General Management Test or XAT, CAT or GMAT. The selection process for the PG programs includes WAT, GD and PI.
| Course | Fees | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | Rs 23.6 lakh | 2 years | Bachelor's degree with 50% or more marks + XAT, CAT, GMAT or XGMT (XIM General Management Test) | WAT, Group Discussion and PI |
| Executive MBA | Rs 15.20 lakh | 2 years | Bachelor's degree with 55% or more marks + 3 years of work experience + XAT, CAT, GMAT or XGMT (XIM General Management Test) | WAT, Group Discussion and PI + relevant work experience |
XIMB PhD Admission 2025
PhD applicants must hold a master’s degree (or equivalent) with 55% or more marks and UGC NET-JRF, UGC-NET or XRAT scores to be eligible. The deserving doctoral students will be granted Rs 30,000 per month upon joining the program. The scholarship will be given for four years.
| Program Name | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | 4 years | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks + Statement of Purpose | UGC NET-JRF / UGC-NET / XRAT (XIM Research Aptitude Test) + Research Presentation + Personal Interview |
XIMB Application Process 2025
To get admission at XIMB, candidates need to meet the eligibility criteria set by the university. Applicants are required to apply online through the XIM University admissions portal.
- Visit the website, apply.xim.edu.in and click on “Apply” for the desired course
- Register by filling in basic details like your name, email ID and phone number
- Then you must log in by filling in your registered email ID as well as your password
- Fill all the necessary details in the application form and submit the specified documents
- You will lastly be asked to pay the application fee and submit the form.
XIMB Admission Admission FAQs
What is the eligibility criteria for an MBA at XIMB?
For XIMB MBA admission, you must hold a bachelor’s degree with 50% or more marks and appear for XAT, CAT, GMAT or XGMT (XIM General Management Test).
What courses are offered by Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar?
XIMB offers PG courses such as MBA and EMBA for professional executives and a doctoral program for students who want to do research in Management.
What is the fees at XIMB?
XIMB fees for MBA and EMBA programs are Rs 23.6 lakh and Rs 15.20 lakh.
Can I get direct admission in XIMB?
You must qualify for XAT, CAT, GMAT or XGMT (XIM General Management Test) with valid scores to get admission at XIMB.
Does XIMB have 100% placement?
Yes, the placement rate during XIMB MBA 2024 placements was 100%. The highest package was Rs 30 LPA and the average salary package stood at Rs 19.53 LPA.
What is the XIMB selection process?
The selection process at XIMB includes the Writing Ability Test, Group Discussion and PI.
