Is XAT compulsory for XLRI Jamshedpur admission 2027?

Yes, for Indian candidates applying to PGDM-BM and PGDM-HRM. NRI, Foreign, OCI and PIO candidates may apply with GMAT. PGDM-GM also accepts GMAT and GRE from Indian candidates.

What XAT percentile is needed for XLRI BM and HRM?

In the latest published XAT 2026 cutoff, PGDM-BM required an overall percentile of 94 for male candidates and 88 for female and third-gender candidates. For PGDM-HRM, the overall cutoff was 92 for engineering/technical male candidates, 90 for non-engineering male candidates, 87 for engineering/technical female and third-gender candidates, and 84 for non-engineering female and third-gender candidates. Candidates must also meet the applicable sectional cutoffs.

Do engineers and non-engineers face different XLRI cutoffs?

For the latest XAT 2026 cutoff, PGDM-BM had the same overall cutoff for engineering and non-engineering candidates within each gender category. PGDM-HRM had different overall cutoffs for engineering and non-engineering candidates.

Is there a minimum graduation percentage for XLRI Jamshedpur?

No. PGDM-BM and PGDM-HRM need only a three-year bachelor's degree in any discipline. XLRI sets no minimum percentage for these two programmes. The FPM route does ask for 55%.

How much work experience does XLRI GMP need?

A minimum of three years of managerial or supervisory experience. This is counted as of March 31, 2027. Only full-time work after graduation is considered. The requirement was five years earlier.

What is the application fee for XLRI Jamshedpur admission 2027?

XAT registration costs INR 2,300. Each XLRI programme you select adds INR 200. Indian candidates applying through GMAT or GRE pay INR 2,600. NRI and foreign candidates pay INR 5,000.

Can final-year students apply to XLRI Jamshedpur?

Yes. Final-year students may apply to PGDM-BM and PGDM-HRM. Your final exams must be over by the cut-off date XLRI announces. Candidates who miss that date are not admitted.

What is the fee for PGDM-BM and PGDM-HRM at XLRI Jamshedpur?

Fees were INR 15.25 Lakhs per year for the 2027-29 batch. That works out to roughly INR 30.50 Lakhs over two years.

How does XLRI admit FPM students now?

XLRI's FPM and EFPM admissions accept a valid score from XSET, NET, or GATE. Eligible applicants are automatically screened for XSET. For the 2027 cycle, XSET is scheduled for January 3, 2027.

Does XLRI Jamshedpur have a management quota or direct admission?

No. XLRI states that its admissions are merit-based and do not involve a Management or NRI Quota. The applicable entrance-test route depends on the programme.

XLRI Jamshedpur PGDM Human Resource Management: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Q: How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter. Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management. Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar. Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers. So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (Full 2-Year Course)	INR 14 Lakhs
Total Fees	INR 14 Lakhs

Component

Amount (INR)

Programme Fee (Full 2-Year Course)

INR 14 Lakhs

Total Fees

INR 14 Lakhs

XLRI PGDHRM Admission 2027

Event	Date
XAT Registration Opens	July 10, 2026 (Tentative)
XAT 2027 Exam	January 4, 2027 (Tentative)
Application Opens	January 15, 2027 (Tentative)
XAT 2027 Result	January 17, 2027 (Tentative)
Application Closes	February 14, 2027 (Tentative)
Programme Commencement	July 2027 (Tentative)

Admission is merit-based on XAT score and academic record with a minimum 50% marks in graduation.

Online interviews may be conducted for shortlisted candidates at the institute’s discretion.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised university

Valid XAT 2027 score as per the cutoff announced by XLRI for the online programme

Currently employed working professionals are the primary intended candidates for this programme

Admission Process

Appear for XAT 2027 on January 4, 2027 at the designated exam centre

Apply to the XLRI Online PGDHRM on the XOL portal once applications open in January 2027

Submit academic certificates, work experience documents, and identity proof with the application

Application screened based on XAT score, academic profile, and eligibility criteria

Accept the admission offer and complete fee payment to confirm the seat before the deadline

✓ Opt for this if

You are a working professional who cannot take a break for a residential programme
You want XLRI’s HR credential at INR 14 Lakhs, far below the on-campus cost
Your employer allows part-time study and you want structured academic HR training
You are in an HR role seeking a recognised diploma to formalise your expertise

✗ Skip if

You want the full residential XLRI experience with campus-based final placements
Your employer requires a full-time degree rather than a part-time online diploma
You prefer in-person classroom learning and peer networking on campus
You are a fresher: the programme is structured for currently employed professionals

XLRI PGDHRM Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	Up to INR 3,36,000/year	SC/ST students meeting central government income criteria
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC/Minority)	Varies by state	OBC/Minority students from states providing this scholarship type
State Government Merit Scholarship	Varies by state	Students from respective states meeting state merit-cum-need norms

XLRI does not announce programme-specific scholarships for the online PGDHRM cohort.

NSP scholarships must be applied for on the National Scholarship Portal before the central deadline each year.

XLRI PGDHRM FAQs

Ques. Is the XLRI online PGDHRM the same as the residential PGDHRM at XLRI Jamshedpur?

Ans. No, the two programmes are distinct. The residential PGDHRM is a 2-year full-time on-campus programme with campus placements and a total fee of INR 32.44 Lakhs. The online PGDHRM is a 2-year part-time programme delivered through XLRI Online Learning at a fee of INR 14 Lakhs, designed for working professionals who cannot relocate to Jamshedpur. Both carry an XLRI credential, but the learning format, fees, and placement support differ significantly.

Ques. Are there any mandatory campus visits for the online PGDHRM?

Ans. Yes, the online PGDHRM includes three residential campus immersion sessions held at the XLRI Jamshedpur campus over the course of the 2-year programme. These sessions provide in-person learning, peer interaction, and access to faculty and campus resources. Travel and accommodation costs for these immersion sessions are borne by the student and are not included in the INR 14 Lakhs programme fee.

Ques. What is the XAT cutoff for admission to the online PGDHRM at XLRI?

Ans. XLRI accepts XAT scores for the online PGDHRM and announces the cutoff at the time of admission for each cycle. The online programme’s cutoff is typically lower than the residential PGDHRM cutoff of 93rd percentile. Candidates should verify the exact cutoff for the 2027 cycle on the official XOL portal or XLRI admissions page when applications open in January 2027.

Ques. Does the online PGDHRM provide campus placement support from XLRI?

Ans. The online PGDHRM does not provide the same on-campus final placement process as the residential programme. The programme is designed for working professionals who continue their careers while studying. Graduates benefit from the XLRI credential and access to the alumni network, but do not receive the dedicated corporate campus placement drive offered to the residential BM and HRM batches at XLRI Jamshedpur.

Ques. Can a candidate who missed XAT still apply to the online PGDHRM at XLRI?

Ans. No, XAT is the only accepted entrance exam for the online PGDHRM at XLRI Online Learning. Unlike PGDM GM and PGDM LSCM, which also accept GMAT and GRE, the online PGDHRM does not offer this flexibility. Candidates who missed XAT 2027 registration must wait for the following cycle, as XAT is conducted once annually in January, with registration closing in December of the preceding year.

XLRI Jamshedpur: 13 Answered Questions

My daughter has got waitlist number 75 of XLRI Jamshedpur for an HRM course. What are her chances of getting a confirmed seat in HRM?

Anwita KaulStudied at XLRI

The HRM program at XLRI Jamshedpur is one of the most prestigious programs in our country, therefore, there is a thin chance that the waitlist might move and waitlist 75 get converted. I wish her the best of luck and hope that she is able to secure a seat in XLRI.

Is HR at MDI better than TISS/SCMHRD? Also, does XLRI offer the best course in HR?

Advait JoshiLives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

It is hard to compare one specific major or stream but whatever is in the public domain the general ranking of these three colleges in HR domain quality-wise and RoI-wise is given below in a table.

Quality wise	RoI wise
XLRI	TISS
TISS	XLRI
SCMHRD	SCMHRD
MDI	MDI

Below is a table comparing these colleges on absolute numbers like fees, highest package, and average package.

Institution	Fees (approx.)	Highest Package	Average Salary	Median Package
XLRI	INR 26 lakhs	INR 1.1 CPA	INR 32.7 LPA	INR 30 LPA
TISS	INR 1.4 lakhs	INR 49 LPA	INR 27.22 LPA	INR 25.75 LPA
MDI	INR 23.5 lakhs	INR 60 LPA	INR 26.1 LPA	INR 26.13 LPA
SCMHRD	INR 22.1 lakhs	INR 67.60 LPA (International) INR 35.02 LPA (Domestic)	INR 23.71 LPA	INR 22 LPA

For HR domain XLRI is the best and RoI wise for HR domain TISS is the best.

What would you prefer from IIM-A, B, C, and XLRI Jamshedpur for management courses?

Bidita GhoseLives in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

All four are the best, most renowned, highly established business schools in the country. Though to be a part of one of them will be dependent on various factors

Order of choice (highest to lowest)

Peer group: All of them give you a network of the sharpest and brightest minds, so all in the same boat.
Culture: IIM C, XLRI, IIM B & A tie at the same spot (personal opinion completely).
Location: Depends from person to person, so this is a ranking you'll have to do for yourself.
Specialization: Depends on what specialization you're looking for. IIM Ahmedabad gives you the best for Consulting, IIM Calcutta for finance.
Gut feeling: This is again, very personal, depending on what your dream college was when you started out.
Other criteria like packages, internships, fees, etc. won't be a differentiation in these because all of them would give you very similar job profiles, and CTC and have marginally different fees.

Ultimately, the institution that you choose should align with your career goals and aspirations. It's important to research and compare each institution carefully before making a decision.

Should I join an online data science course of XLRI Jamshedpur after a gap of 3 years to enter the technology field?

Devansh JhaXlri jamshedpur

Whether you enroll in an online D.S. course at XLRI Jamshedpur after three years depends on your aspirations.

Your data science and technological skills are crucial. If you've taken a break from technology, you may need to brush up on the latest innovation. XLRI Jamshedpur's online data science course may be ideal for this.

Data science courses may help you reach your career goals. XLRI courses may help you start a data science or related career. If your job aspirations are elsewhere, investigate other options.

An online degree from XLRI Jamshedpur may be a suitable choice if you want to work in data science or a related field. Before choosing, assess your skills, goals, and resources.

Do you think the PGCHRM course conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur gives an edge in your career, I believe it's a big no?

Aishwarya AnandStudied at the Xavier School of Management

PGCHRM is an abbreviation for Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resource Management. For an HR practitioner who has not received much official schooling in the HR area, this will provide some formal knowledge of HR.

PGCHRM from XLRI Jamshedpur may help you get promoted because some organisations require it. XLRI Jamshedpur is considered one of the best college for Human resources that can give you an edge but it may not bring a big change in your career because it is not as valued as a full-time MBA.

How is the XLRI Jamshedpur's MPOD course?

Indrani ChatterjeePGDM from Xavier School of Management (2018)

XLRI Jamshedpur does not offer MPOD program directly but XLRI Jamshedpur offers this course in association with Weatherhead School of Management USA. XLRI Jamshedpur and US-based Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University have tied to offer an innovative program on Positive Organization Development and Change (MPOD) in India.

According to the two institutes, the new program commencing in November 2013 has been designed specifically for mid-level executives with a passion for leading change initiatives. It will aim at enhancing their leadership and change management skills, building sustainable institutions, and shaping vibrant communities.

The program which targets experienced professionals from all functional areas will cost around $35000 (or its equivalent in Rupees).

According to XLRI, the program will be facilitated jointly by an XLRI-Weatherhead faculty team which will include internationally acclaimed scholars, authors, thought leaders and intellectuals who have had a pioneering impact on organization development and change.

How must I prepare for the GD-PI rounds at XLRI Jamshedpur for the BM course?

Aishwarya AnandStudied at Xavier School of Management

The interview process at XLRI covers a wide range of topics and is designed to give the interviewers a comprehensive understanding of the candidate. During the interview, you may be asked questions about yourself, your past education, any work experience you may have, your family, hobbies, current affairs, and your views on various global issues.

It is important to prepare for the classic interview questions, but it is equally important not to memorize them verbatim. Instead, be prepared for any variations of the questions that may be asked. Some commonly asked questions include:

Can you tell me something about yourself?
Why do you want to pursue an MBA, and why have you chosen XLRI? Why have you chosen a particular stream such as marketing or finance?
Can you tell me about a specific incident in your past and what you learned from it?

It is essential to be familiar with every point on your CV. It is perfectly acceptable to say "I don't know" to a technical question during an interview, but it is not ideal to not be able to answer a question about yourself or your CV.

During the interview, the panelists may ask you to speak about yourself and provide arguments for and against any current government scheme. They may also ask you to design an E-R diagram for an IT system for managing the admissions process of XLRI, and can also inquire about your hobbies and passion. It is crucial to be prepared for a wide range of questions and be able to express oneself effectively.

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

Apoorv AshutoshFormer PhD Candidate at Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (2017–2020)

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter.

Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management.
Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar.

Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers.

So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

How good is the HR MBA Course at SCMHRD? Is it comparable to XLRI and TISS?

Amit ChoudhuryM.A. in Human Resource Management, Tata Institute of Social Sciences

SCMHRD offers a good HR MBA program. It offers a decent curriculum and placements. SCMHRD placements in 2021 concluded with an average CTC of INR 16.5 LPA. The highest CTC offered was INR 33.6 LPA.

For HR, XLRI is better than SCMHRD. TISS is a great option for HR as well. In terms of placements, SCMHRD is comparable to TISS.

What are the best courses at XLRI Jamshedpur?

Aangana MukherjeeStudied at Xavier School of Management

PGDHRM, PGDBM, and PGDM are the best courses at XLRI Jamshedpur. It is known for its Human Resources program. XLRI HRM is the best of its kind in the Asia-Pac region.

Their BM program ranks among the top 5 BM programs in the country. The PGDM (GM) program is quite reputed as well.

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XLRI Jamshedpur: 13 Answered Questions

My daughter has got waitlist number 75 of XLRI Jamshedpur for an HRM course. What are her chances of getting a confirmed seat in HRM?

Is HR at MDI better than TISS/SCMHRD? Also, does XLRI offer the best course in HR?

What would you prefer from IIM-A, B, C, and XLRI Jamshedpur for management courses?

Should I join an online data science course of XLRI Jamshedpur after a gap of 3 years to enter the technology field?

Do you think the PGCHRM course conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur gives an edge in your career, I believe it's a big no?

How is the XLRI Jamshedpur's MPOD course?

How must I prepare for the GD-PI rounds at XLRI Jamshedpur for the BM course?

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

How good is the HR MBA Course at SCMHRD? Is it comparable to XLRI and TISS?

What are the best courses at XLRI Jamshedpur?

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