XIMB (Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar) established in 1987, has been recognized as a premier business school with a legacy of 30 years. Since 2013, XIMB has been a constituent business school of Xavier University, Bhubaneswar. XIMB was ranked 46th by NIRF 2023 among the top management institutes in India. XIMB is known for its flagship MBA program. XIMB Intake is 356 students.
XIMB MBA admissions are based on exams like XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT, followed by a Written Ability Test, Group Discussion, and a Personal interview. XIMB MBA fees are INR 20.9 lakhs for 2 years. XIMB has recorded a 100% placement in 2024 with an average package of INR 19.53 LPA and the highest package of INR 30 LPA.
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XIMB Highlights
The basic highlights of XIMB are as follows:
Particulars | Statistics |
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Established Year | 1987 |
Campus Size | 55 acres |
PGDM Fees | INR 20.9 lakhs |
PGDM Intake | 356 |
Ranking 2023 | 46 |
Number of Courses | 4 |
Number of Faculty | 49 |
Highest Package 2024 | INR 30 LPA |
Total Recruiters | Microsoft, Jio Digital Life, Capgemini, Adani, Amazon, TATA Steel, etc |
XIMB Important Dates 2024
MBA | |
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Events | Dates |
Last Date to Apply for MBA / EMBA | January 22, 2024 |
X-GMT Exam Date | January 28, 2024 |
Offer Letter | April 2024 |
Commencement of MBA Program | 3rd Week of June 2024 |
Commencement of E-MBA Program | 1st Week of July 2024 |
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EMBA Events | Dates |
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Last Date to Apply | March 31 2024 |
XIMB Fees 2024
XIMB MBA fees are INR 20.9 lakhs for 2 years. The following table represents the XIMB fees for various courses:
Courses | Fees |
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MBA BM | INR 20.9 lakhs (2 years) |
EMBA BM | INR 15.20 lakhs (1 year) |
EPGDM-VIL | INR 3.54 lakhs |
XIMB Courses 2024
XIMB offers MBA, Executive MBA, and Doctorate courses. The highlights of some of the major courses are mentioned below:
Courses | Program Details |
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MBA BM | Intake: 356 Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 55% marks Selection Criteria: XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT + WAT + GD & PI |
EMBA BM | Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 55% marks and 3 years of work experience. Selection Criteria: XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT + WAT + GD & PI |
EPGDM-VIL | Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and 3 years of work experience. Selection Criteria: Virtual Collaboration Challenge + Virtual Interview. |
Check: XIMB detailed Courses & Fees
XIMB Admission 2024
XIMB MBA admissions are based on exams like XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMAT, followed by a WAT, GD, and PI. XIMB MBA admission process includes the following stages mentioned below
Admission Stage | Description |
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Registration | The candidates will have to register at XIM University for the MBA program. |
X-GMT | The applicants will have to appear for the X-GMT test conducted by XIMB if they have not appeared for XAT/ CAT/ GMAT. |
Selection Process | The candidates will be shortlisted for the Written Ability Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview, conducted in Bangalore, Bhubneshwar, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai. |
Final Selection | The final selection will be based on the overall performance of the candidates. Past academic records and work experience will also be considered. |
Admission Offer | The selected candidates will be informed through mail. |
Check: XIMB detailed Admission
XIMB Cut off 2024 (Expected)
XIMB CAT cut-off is expected to be 91 percentile and for XAT is expected to be 88 percentile as per the previous year's trends.
Exams | Cut-off |
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CAT | 91 |
XAT | 88 |
Check: XIMB detailed Cut-off
XIMB Placements 2024
XIMB placement 2024 concluded with a 100% placement record. A total of 99 recruiters participated to hire the batch of 350 students. XIMB highest package stood at INR 30 LPA and the XIMB average package stood at INR 19.53 LPA.
Particulars | Placement Statistics 2024 |
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Placement Percentage | 100% |
Batch Size | 350 |
Total Recruiters | 99 |
New Recruiters | 46 |
Highest Package | INR 30 LPA |
Average Package | INR 19.53 LPA |
Median Package | INR 18.37 LPA |
Roles Offered | Product Manager, Program Manager, Operations Leader, Portfolio Manager, Risk and Financial Advisory, State Head-Operations, etc. |
Most Recruiting Sector | BFSI and Consulting |
Top Recruiters | Microsoft, Jio Digital Life, Capgemini, Adani, Amazon, TATA Steel, etc. |
XIMB placement statistics for the last 3 years are mentioned in the table below:
Year | Highest Package | Average Package |
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2023 | INR 71.50 LPA | INR 20.03 LPA |
2022 | INR 32.21 LPA | INR 17.54 LPA |
2021 | INR 24 LPA | INR 15.15 LPA |
2020 | INR 26 LPA | INR 15.42 LPA |
Check: XIMB detailed Placement Report
XIMB Rankings 2024
XIMB was ranked 35th by NIRF 2023 among the top management institutes in India. The other XIMB ranking is mentioned in the table below:
Ranking Body | Year | Category | Rank |
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NIRF | 2023 | Management | 46 |
IIRF | 2024 | Top B-School (Private) | 6 |
Business Today | 2023 | B-School | 20 |
Check: XIMB detailed Ranking
XIMB Vs IMT Ghaziabad Vs NMIMS
A comparison among the top 3 management institutes i.e, XIMB, IMT Ghaziabad, and NMIMS Mumbai are mentioned below:
Particular | XIMB | IMT Ghaziabad | NMIMS |
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NIRF Ranking 2023 | 46 | 38 | 21 |
Established Year | 1987 | 1980 | 1981 |
Campus Area | 55 acres | 14 acres | 172 acres |
Intake | 356 | 360 | 600 |
Admission Process | XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT + Written Ability Test + Group Discussion + Personal Interview | CAT/ XAT/ GMAT + Personal Interview | NMAT + WAT + WATSON GLASER Test + Personal Interview |
Cut-off | 91 percentile | 90 percentile | 86 percentile |
MBA Fees | 20.9 Lakhs | INR 21.53 Lakhs | INR 23.90 Lakhs |
Highest Package | INR 30 LPA (2024) | INR 65.6 LPA | INR 57.65 LPA |
Average Package | INR 19.53 LPA (2024) | INR 17.35 LPA | INR 23.07 LPA |
Scholarship | 30% of the course/tuition fee, is given to the topper | Scholarship available for female candidates, and Tuition Fee Waiver for eligible candidates. | Scholarships are available for economically weaker students who have a family income less than INR 6 lakh per annum. |
Life at XIMB
Life at XIMB is a vibrant blend of class lectures, study sessions, management fests, and competitive sports meets. XIMB offers an intense academic rigor, but life here is a hectic yet heady concoction of work and play. All the programs offered by XIMB are residential, so both the freshers and seniors live together and support each other as a family.
XIMB offers a lush green campus with all the best facilities. The two-year program teaches the students everything they need to become responsible managers and that includes nuances of time management, meeting deadlines, the importance of prioritization, and handling pressure without losing your cool.
Read More: Life at XIMB
XIMB FAQs
Ques. Does XIMB have 100% placement?
Ans. In the 2024 placement drive, XIMB has shown 100% placement.
Ques. What percentile is required for XIMB?
Ans. XIMB requires at least 91 percentile in CAT/ XAT/ X-GMT or a score of 550 in GMAT.
Ques. What is the rank of XIMB?
Ans. XIMB has been ranked 46th by NIRF 2023 among the top management institutes in India.
Ques. What is the average salary after an MBA from XIMB?
Ans. The average salary of XIMB is INR 19.53 LPA in the 2024 placement drive.
Ques. What is the highest package of XIMB?
Ans. The highest package of XIMB is INR 30 LPA in the 2024 placement drive.
Ques. Can I get direct admission to XIMB?
Ans. Admission into XIMB is based on exams like XAT/ CAT/ GMAT.
Ques. Who can apply to XIMB MBA?
Ans. Those with a Bachelor’s degree with 55% marks are eligible to apply for the XIMB MBA program.
Ques. How are placements in XIMB?
Ans. XIMB placement 2024 was concluded with a 100% placement record. A total of 99 recruiters visited to hire the batch of 350 students. The highest package stood at INR 30 LPA and the average package stood at INR 19.53 LPA. Most of the offers were made in the BFSI and Consulting sector. The key roles offered to the students are Product Manager, Program Manager, Operations Leader, Portfolio Manager, Risk and Financial Advisory, State Head-Operations, etc.
Ques. What is the fee structure of XIMB?
Ans. The tuition fee for the XIMB MBA program is INR 20.9 lakhs for 2 years.
Ques. Is the hostel fee included in the XIMB fees?
Ans. The total fee of INR 20.9 lakh is just the tuition fee of XIMB. It does not include the hostel charges.
Ques. Is it mandatory to stay in the XIMB hostel?
Ans. Yes, a hostel is mandatory at XIMB because the MBA program offered by XIMB is a residential program.
Ques. What are the hostel fees of XIMB?
Ans. The hostel fee is INR 97,000 for those opting for a single room and INR 70,000 for twin-sharing rooms.
Ques. How many seats are there in XIMB?
Ans. The intake for the XIMB MBA is around 360.
Ques. How are candidates selected for the MBA program at XIMB?
Ans. The candidates are firstly shortlisted for the MBA program based on the entrance exams like CAT/ XAT/ GMAT. Then the shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the selection process which includes the Written ability test, Group discussion, and a Personal interview.
Ques. What are the exams accepted by XIMB for MBA admission?
Ans. XIMB accepted CAT/ XAT/ GMAT exams for admission into the MBA program.
Ques. Who is eligible to apply for the EMBA program at XIMB?
Ans. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree with 55% marks and 3 years of work experience are eligible to apply for the EMBA program at XIMB.
Ques. Is it necessary to appear for the X-GMT admission test for admission into the XIMB MBA program?
Ans. No, it is not mandatory to appear for X-GMT for admission into the MBA program at XIMB. if the candidates have appeared for CAT, XAT, or GMAT, they will be exempted from the X-GMT.
Ques. How can I apply for the MBA program at XIMB?
Ans. The candidates will have to fill out the application form at the XIM University website i.e., www.xim.edu.in, with all the required details and pay the application fees.
Ques. Where will the WAT, GD, and PI for MBA admission in XIMB take place?
Ans. The WAT, GD, and PI will be held in Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
Ques. When will the MBA program at XIMB start?
Ans. The MBA program at XIMB will start in the third week of June 2024.
Ques. What is the validity of the exams accepted by XIMB for MBA admission?
Ans. XIMB will accept the scores of CAT 2023, XAT 2024, X-GMT 2024, and GMAT 2023 or 2024.
Ques. What is X-GMAT XIMB?
Ans. X-GMT (XIM General Management Aptitude Test) is an online admission test conducted by XIM University for admission into MBA, MBF, and executive MBA programs. It is conducted in different locations i.e., Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi.
Ques. How can I opt to take X-GMT for MBA admission?
Ans. One can apply for X-GMT by opting for the MBA program through the X-GMT test option in the Program and Test section of the online application form for admission to various programs of the University.
Ques. What is the pattern of X-GMT?
Ans. The X-GMT test is a multiple choice, online aptitude test, which consists of quantitative ability, verbal ability & logical reasoning, data interpretation, general awareness, and emotional quotient sections.
Ques. When was X-GMT held in 2024?
Ans. X-GMT 2024 was scheduled to be held on Sunday, January 28, 2024.
Ques. How does the admission waiting list function in XIMB?
Ans. Candidates who are placed on the waiting list, need to indicate acceptance of the waitlist offer by paying a certain amount as indicated in the offer letter (which will be adjusted with the course fee, if converted, otherwise the total amount will be refunded).
Ques. Where will I get information about the final selection at XIMB?
Ans. Selected candidates will be notified by email (to primary Gmail ID) and letter (to present address) individually. Also, candidates can check their status (whether selected/waitlisted/not selected) from the XIMB website.
Ques. Are there any specific norms for Odisha domicile candidates during the selection process at XIMB?
Ans. There may be separate sets of cut-off marks on the XAT/CAT/GMAT/X-GMT/NMAT score for the candidates who are residents of the state of Odisha.
Ques. Can I defer my admission at XIMB?
Ans. No, there is no provision to defer the admission. The offer letter will mention the conditions for accepting the admission offer.
Ques. What is the EPGDM-VIL program at XIMB?
Ans. It is a one-year Executive PGDM Program specifically designed for working executives and practicing managers, who are aspiring to become business leaders of tomorrow.
Ques. What is the selection process for the EPGDM-VIL program at XIMB?
Ans. The candidates are selected for the EPGDM-VIL program based on the virtual collaboration challenge and virtual interview.
Ques. What is the fee for the XIMB EPGDM-VIL program?
Ques. Who is eligible to apply for the XIMB EPGDM-VIL program?
Ans. The candidates who have completed graduation with a minimum of 50% marks and 3 years of work experience in managerial or administrative roles are eligible to apply for the EPGDM-VIL program.
Ques. Who can apply for a PhD program at XIMB?
Ans. Candidates applying for the full-time PhD program at XIMB should have a Master’s degree with 60% marks or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree with at least 75% marks.
Ques. How are candidates selected for the PhD program at XIMB?
Ans. The candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic record and SOP. The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the XIM Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT), Subject test, Presentation, and Personal Interview.
Ques. Is there an age limit to apply for a PhD program at XIMB?
Ans. No, there is no age limit to apply for a PhD program at XIMB.
Ques. Do I need the experience to apply for a PhD program at XIMB?
Ans. No, work experience is not mandatory for the PhD program at XIMB.
Ques. Does XIMB offer PhD in distance mode?
Ans. No, XIMB offers PhD in full-time and part-time mode, but not in distance learning mode.
Ques. What is the PhD application fee at XIMB?
Ans. The PhD application fee at XIMB is INR 1,600.
Ques. Can the candidates who are presently working can apply for the XIMB PhD program?
Ans. Yes, the currently working candidates can apply for the PhD program at XIMB, but they will have to leave the job before joining the course or have to take a sabbatical leave.
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