XIM University (Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar) is a Jesuit private university established in 1987 as the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB), and granted university status in 2013 by the Government of Odisha in association with the Odisha Jesuit Society. The university is approved by UGC and AICTE, holds a NAAC A grade, and its flagship MBA-BM programme carries a 6-year reaccreditation from SAQS (South Asian Quality Assurance System).
As per NIRF Management 2025, XIM University is ranked 45th in India in the Management category. As per Collegedunia Ranking 2026, XIM University is ranked #30 out of 350 MBA institutes in India, and 1st in Odisha.
The campus is located in Harirajpur, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The institute campus spans 20 acres, with a newer campus of 35 acres situated 20 km from the main campus.
XIM University houses 11 schools across management, law, engineering, social sciences, communications, economics, and liberal arts:
- Xavier Institute of Management (MBA): flagship MBA in Business Management, HRM, Rural Management, Sustainability, Urban Management and Governance, and Public Policy. Total fees range from INR 14 Lakhs (MBA-RM) to INR 23 Lakhs (MBA-BM)
- Xavier Law School: BA-LLB and BBA-LLB (5 years, INR 8,71,000) and LLM
- School of Computer Science and Engineering: B.Tech CSE (4 years, INR 8,59,000)
- School of Commerce, Economics, Communications, Governance, Liberal Arts, HR Management, Rural Management, Sustainability: 3-year UG degrees in B.Com, BBM, B.Sc Economics, B.Sc Media Studies, B.Sc Sustainable Development, BA Public Administration and Governance, B.Sc Psychology, BA English (fees ranging from INR 3,97,000 to INR 5,22,000)
The MBA-BM batch of 2025 recorded a highest placement offer of INR 32.8 LPA and an average CTC of INR 18.25 LPA with 100% placements across 101 recruiters.
XIM University Admission Dates 2026
The UG 2026-29 batch and select PG programmes are currently accepting applications, with a deadline of July 31, 2026. MBA 2026-28 batch admissions closed in January 2026. The table below captures the current-cycle key dates across programme families.
| Programme / Event | Status / Date |
|---|---|
| UG Application Deadline (2026-29 batch) | July 31, 2026 (Open) |
| MA-Mass Communication / LLM Application Deadline | July 31, 2026 (Open) |
| MBA 2026-28 Application Deadline | January 20, 2026 (Concluded) |
| MBA 2026-28 XGMT Results | January 30, 2026 (Concluded) |
| MBA 2026-28 Interview Cutoffs | February 6, 2026 (Concluded) |
| Ph.D Application Deadline | March 15, 2026 (Concluded) |
| X-RAT (Doctoral Entrance) | April 24, 2026 (Conducted) |
The table below shows the course-wise entrance exam requirements for MBA and UG programmes at XIM University.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Additional Stage |
|---|---|---|
| MBA-BM / MBA-HRM / MBA-RM and others | XAT / CAT / GMAT / XGMT | WAT and Group Discussion and PI |
| B.Tech-CSE | Xavier Engineering Selection Test | Personal Interview |
| BA-LLB / BBA-LLB | Xavier Law Entrance Test | Personal Interview |
| B.Com, BBM and other 3-year UG | No standardised entrance exam | Academic record + Personal Interview |
| Ph.D (DPM) | X-RAT (Xavier Research Aptitude Test) | Presentation and Interview |
XIM University Courses and Fees
XIM University offers programmes across 11 schools covering management, law, engineering, economics, communications, governance, sustainability, and liberal arts. The table below lists the major programmes with total tuition fees for the entire duration.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA-BM (Business Management) | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree + XAT / CAT / GMAT / XGMT | INR 23,00,000 |
| MBA-HRM | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree + XAT / CAT / GMAT / XGMT | INR 22,00,000 |
| MBA-RM (Rural Management) | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree + XAT / CAT / GMAT / XGMT | INR 14,00,000 |
| B.Tech CSE | 4 years | Class 12 with PCM + Xavier Engineering Selection Test | INR 8,59,000 |
| BA-LLB / BBA-LLB | 5 years | Class 12 with 60% + Xavier Law Entrance Test | INR 8,71,000 |
| B.Com / BBM / B.Sc Economics | 3 years | Class 12 with 60% in any stream | INR 5,22,000 |
| B.Sc Media Studies | 3 years | Class 12 with 60% | INR 4,70,000 |
| B.Sc Psychology / BA English | 3 years | Class 12 with 60% | INR 3,97,000 |
| Ph.D (Full-Time) | 3 to 5 years | Master’s degree + X-RAT | INR 20,000 |
MBA specialisations offered include Business Management, Human Resource Management, Rural Management, Sustainability, Urban Management and Governance, and Public Policy. The MBA-RM programme is one of the strongest rural management programmes in India, combining the XIMB academic tradition with a field-immersion curriculum.
XIM University Admission Process
MBA Programmes (BM, HRM, RM, SM, UMG, PPM)
Eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks in any discipline. The selection process covers four stages:
- Entrance Exam: Valid XAT, CAT, GMAT, or XGMT (XIM’s own aptitude test) score
- Shortlisting: Based on exam score, academic profile, and work experience
- Stage 3: Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Group Discussion
- Stage 4: Personal Interview at XIM University campus
The CAT and XAT cutoff for MBA-BM General Category has historically ranged between 90 and 92 percentile. The XGMT 2026 results were released on January 30, 2026. Interview shortlist announcements for the 2026-28 batch were made in February 2026. MBA-UMG and MBA-PPM had a later application deadline of June 30, 2026 for the 2026-28 batch.
UG Programmes (B.Tech, BA/BBA-LLB, 3-Year UG)
Eligibility for all UG programmes is Class 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate. B.Tech-CSE requires the Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Specific entrance requirements by programme:
- B.Tech-CSE: Xavier Engineering Selection Test followed by a Personal Interview
- BA-LLB / BBA-LLB: Xavier Law Entrance Test followed by a Personal Interview
- B.Com, BBM, B.Sc Economics, B.Sc Media Studies, and other 3-year UG No standardised entrance exam. Selection is based on Class 10 and 12 academic scores and a Personal Interview
Applications for UG 2026-29 batch are open until July 31, 2026. Final-year Class 12 students are eligible to apply before results are declared. Shortlisted candidates are notified via registered email.
Ph.D and Executive Doctoral Programmes
Applicants need a Master’s degree with 55% marks. Selection proceeds through X-RAT (Xavier Research Aptitude Test) followed by a presentation and research interview. X-RAT 2026 was held on April 24, 2026 with interviews on April 25, 2026. Both full-time and part-time Ph.D options are available.
XIM University Placements
The MBA-BM batch of 2025 at XIM University achieved 100% placements. The highest offer was INR 32.8 LPA, the average CTC stood at INR 18.25 LPA, and the median CTC was INR 17.82 LPA. A total of 101 recruiters participated, including 49 first-time recruiters.
BFSI was the top recruiting sector with 25% of the batch. Consulting followed closely with 24%. Together, Consulting and Marketing accounted for 67% of the batch. Confirmed recruiters across recent seasons include Accenture, ICICI Bank, Tata Electronics, Adani, Airtel, Hero MotoCorp, Havells, and Optum.
The MBA-RM (Rural Management) batch of 2025-27 achieved 100% summer internship placements. The MBA-HRM batch similarly completed 100% summer placements for the 2025-27 cohort.
| Metric | MBA-BM 2025 | MBA-BM 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 32.8 LPA | INR 32 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 18.25 LPA | INR 19.53 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 17.82 LPA | Not disclosed |
| Recruiters | 101 | Not disclosed |
| Placement Rate | 100% | 100% |
XIM University Rankings
XIM University is ranked 45th in India by NIRF in the Management category for 2025. It holds a strong position among private B-schools in East India, consistently ranking in the top 2 in the East Zone across major national ranking bodies.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 or 2026 Rank | Previous Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Management (India) | 45, Score 54.73 (2025) | 43 (2024) |
| Collegedunia | MBA (India) | 30 out of 350, 1st in Odisha (2026) | N/A |
| India Today | Private B-Schools | 9 out of 77 (2025), 2nd in East Zone | 8 (2024) |
| The Week | Management | 15 overall, 7 private, 2nd East Zone (2025) | 14 overall (2024) |
| Outlook I-CARE | Private B-Schools | 6 out of 200 (2026) | 6 (2024) |
| IIRF | Private B-Schools | 6, 1st in Odisha (2024) | 10 overall (2023) |
XIM University Scholarships
XIM University offers merit-based and need-based financial aid to both UG and MBA students. Merit awards are linked to academic performance and attendance, while need-based support covers students from economically weaker sections.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship Category A | Minimum CGPA of 8.5, 75% attendance, no back papers | Up to 30% tuition fee waiver |
| Merit Scholarship Category B | Minimum CGPA of 7.5, 75% attendance, no back papers | Partial tuition fee waiver |
| Merit Scholarship Category C | Highest CGPA in batch | Partial tuition fee waiver |
| Need-Based Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs | Partial to significant fee support |
| SC/ST and Minority Scholarship | As per Government of India norms | As per Government rates |
| MBA Merit Award | Top academic performers in MBA batch | Partial tuition support |
XIM University Campus and Infrastructure
The main campus is located at Harirajpur, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and spans 20 acres. A newer campus of 35 acres has been developed 20 km from the main campus to accommodate expanding schools. Both campuses are fully Wi-Fi enabled.
The campus facilities include a library, Bloomberg Lab, computer centre, auditorium, management development centre, and a studio apartments block for executive programmes. Sports infrastructure covers floodlit courts for basketball, volleyball, cricket, and football, two floodlit tennis courts, an indoor badminton court, a gymnasium, and a pool table.
Residential facilities offer 48 single air-conditioned rooms for Executive MBA participants and 48 non-air-conditioned twin-sharing rooms for regular MBA students. Separate hostel blocks are available for male and female students. The hostel is equipped with water coolers, geysers, washing machines, televisions, and indoor recreation facilities. The annual hostel fee for a single room (non-AC, PG Residence) is INR 60,000.
XIM University vs TAPMI Manipal vs Great Lakes Chennai
Candidates shortlisted for XIM University MBA through CAT or XAT frequently compare it with TAPMI Manipal and Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, as all three are private business schools in the same NIRF band and serve a similar 85 to 92 percentile applicant pool.
| Parameter | XIM University | TAPMI Manipal | Great Lakes Chennai |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF Rank 2025 | 45 (Management) | 39 (Management) | 28 (Management) |
| MBA Total Fees | INR 23 Lakhs (BM) | INR 20.1 Lakhs | INR 17 to 18 Lakhs |
| MBA Avg Package | INR 18.25 LPA (2025) | INR 13.99 LPA (2025) | INR 17 to 19 LPA |
| Entrance Exam | XAT / CAT / GMAT / XGMT | XAT / CAT / NMAT / GMAT | CAT / XAT / GMAT / CMAT |
| Location | Bhubaneswar, Odisha | Manipal, Karnataka | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Accreditation | NAAC A, SAQS | NAAC A++, AACSB | AACSB, AMBA |
TAPMI Manipal leads on NIRF rank and holds the strongest international accreditation set in this group. XIM University records a higher average CTC than TAPMI in 2025 and carries the advantage of the XIMB legacy brand, particularly in BFSI and consulting. Great Lakes distinguishes itself with AACSB and AMBA dual accreditation and strong placement numbers in Chennai’s corporate ecosystem. XIM University stands apart for its MBA-Rural Management programme, which is one of the few of its kind at a business school of this standing.
XIM University FAQs
Ques. What is the XAT or CAT cutoff for XIM University MBA?
Ans. The CAT and XAT cutoff for MBA-BM and MBA-HRM at XIM University for General Category candidates has ranged between 90 and 92 percentile in recent cycles. Shortlisted candidates proceed to a Writing Ability Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. XIM University also accepts GMAT scores and its own XGMT test.
Ques. What is the total MBA fee at XIM University?
Ans. The total tuition fee for MBA-BM (Business Management) is INR 23,00,000 and for MBA-HRM is INR 22,00,000 for the two-year programme. The MBA-Rural Management programme has a lower total fee of INR 14,00,000. Hostel fees are charged separately at INR 60,000 per annum for a standard non-AC room.
Ques. What is the highest placement package at XIM University?
Ans. The highest offer for the MBA-BM batch of 2025 was INR 32.8 LPA. The average CTC was INR 18.25 LPA and the median was INR 17.82 LPA. The 2025 batch achieved 100% placements across 101 recruiters, with BFSI and Consulting being the dominant sectors.
Ques. Is XIM University NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes. XIM University holds a NAAC A grade. The flagship MBA-BM programme is also accredited by SAQS (South Asian Quality Assurance System) for a period of 6 years. The university is UGC-approved and AICTE-approved for management programmes.
Ques. What is the NIRF rank of XIM University?
Ans. XIM University is ranked 45th in India by NIRF in the Management category for 2025 with a score of 54.73. It has been ranked between 31st and 46th in the Management category over the past five years, reflecting consistent top-50 national performance.
Ques. Are UG admissions still open at XIM University for 2026?
Ans. Yes. XIM University UG admissions for the 2026-29 batch are open until July 31, 2026. This covers programmes including B.Com, BBM, B.Sc Economics, B.Sc Media Studies, B.Tech-CSE, BA-LLB, BBA-LLB, and others. Applications are accepted online only through the official XIM University admissions portal.
Ques. Is XIM University good for Rural Management?
Ans. XIM University’s MBA-Rural Management programme, offered through the Xavier Institute of Management, is among the most respected in India. The programme combines management theory with field immersion, social sector exposure, and strong rural development faculty. The 2025-27 MBA-RM batch achieved 100% summer internship placements. The programme fee of INR 14,00,000 is lower than comparable management programmes at the institute.
Ques. Does XIM University offer scholarships?
Ans. Yes. XIM University provides merit-based scholarships with up to 30% tuition fee waiver linked to CGPA thresholds (8.5 for Category A, 7.5 for Category B, and highest in batch for Category C). Need-based support is also available for students with annual family income below INR 4.5 lakhs. SC/ST and minority community students can access Government of India scholarship schemes.
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Admission to XIM University is through XET/XUB entrance tests or national exams like CAT/XAT/GMAT depending on program. Apply online, fill form, upload documents, and pay fee. Shortlisted candidates attend GD/PI rounds. Final selection is based on merit, academics, and interview performance.
The fee for the MBA course is mentioned below:
Admission to the XIM University B.Tech. is based on three tier process:
With 201 marks, you might have scored around 94%ile and thus you can surely get admission with the same.
XIMB Bhubaneshwar does not accept NMAT scores for admission to any of its courses.
No, there is no separate exam for XIMB. Once you qualify XAT followed by GD and PI, you can get admission to MBA course at XIMB. However, if you haven’t appeared for XAT, then you can opt for CAT/GMAT too.
The contact number of XIM University is +91-674- 237-7700.
Can you please give contact number?
The contact number of XIM Bhubaneshwar is +91-674-237-7700.
The cut-off for MBA Rural management at XIMU Bhubaneswar is 25%ile.
The total course fee of XIMB MBA Business Management is INR 19.3 lacs.
The per semester fee of B.Com. is INR 84,500 in XIM University, Bhubaneshwar. The details of fees are mentioned below:
Yes, BBA LLB is offered in XIM Bhubaneshwar. The course is offered in Honors mode.
No, you must have a valid score in one of the CAT/XAT/NMAT to get admission to the management programs of XIM University.
You can check out about the course and get entrance test details at XIM University Bhubaneswar BBM course.
The registration process for the undergraduate courses has not yet started for the 2023 academic session and there are no new updates for the same on the official website. To stay updated, do visit XIM University Admissions 2023.
Getting a call for HRM at XIM University seems difficult. The cut-off generally are around 220 marks in NMAT. TAPMI doesn’t accept NMAT score.
For B.Tech, you must have secured 75+ % in JEE (Main) or exceptional diploma holds seeking lateral entry to 2nd year. The total fees will be INR 8.08 Lacs for a duration of 4 years.
The MBA program is also top notch. Candidate must have passed a Bachelor’s degree of minimum three-year duration with at least 55% + XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/X-GMAT/NMAT Score. The total fees will be INR 20,30,000 for duration of 2 years.
No, you cannot get admission in this university with so low marks in NMAT. The cut-off of NMAT is generally around 220 marks.
XIM University is State Private University that offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in various Specialization such as Management, Human Resource Management, Rural Management, Commerce, etc.