XIMB Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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XIM Bhubaneswar offers MBA as a fully residential flagship program for a duration of 2 years. Admissions are based on CAT/XAT/XGMT scores, followed by WAT, GD & PI. The important details about the courses offered at XIMB are tabulated below-

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Total Fees (₹ Lakh)	Seat Intake	Admission Process
MBA-BM	Bachelor's degree (any discipline) with ≥55% marks; final year students eligible	28.4	360	XAT/CAT/GMAT/XGMT score + WAT/GD/PI
EMBA-BM	Bachelor's degree + ≥3 years executive experience	16.70	Not specified	XAT/CAT/GMAT/XGMT + WAT/PI

*Note:

Application deadline extended to Dec 22, 2025.
Programs are residential; hostels are mandatory for full-time MBA.
Selection weights: entrance score + WAT + GD + PI + academics + experience.

Direct Link: XIMB Registration for MBA (2026-28)

Table of Contents

XIMB MBA Admission 2026
XIMB Executive MBA Admission 2026
XIMB PhD Admission 2025
XIMB Admission FAQs

XIMB MBA Admission 2026

For admission to MBA course at XIM Bhubaneswar, candidates should have passed a bachelor’s degree with at least 55% marks. Candidates who expect to complete the final part of their degree examinations by June 15, 2026, are also eligible to apply. The key important details about MBA admission at XIMB are given below-

XIMB MBA Admission Dates 2026

XIMB Admission Dates 2026
Registration form Deadline	Dec 22, 2025
WAT/GD/PI	Feb-March, 2026 (tentative)
Final Admission	April, 2026 (tentative)
XIMB Accepted Entrance Exam Dates 2026
CAT Registration Timelines	Aug- Sep, 2025
CAT Exam Dates	Nov 30, 2025
XAT Registration Timelines	July 10- Dec 11, 2025
XAT Exam Dates	Jan 4, 2026
XGMT Registration Timeline	Aug - Dec 22, 2025
XGMT Exam Dates	Jan 25, 2026

XIMB MBA Cutoff 2026

The institute uses CAT/XAT/GMAT/XGMT score to shortlist candidates for WAT, GD & PI. The overall CAT & XAT cutoff is 91 and 88 percentile, respectively over the past few years. A more detailed XIMB Cutoff for various accepted exam are given below-

XIMB MBA BM Cutoff 2026

XIMB MBA-BM Cutoff (for GD & PI shortlisting) has been released for the academic year 2026-28. Candidates can check the MBA BM Cutoff for the General Category in the table below:

Particulars			CAT				XAT				GMAT			XGMT
Domicile	Gender	Background	VA	DILR	QA	Overall	VA	DM	QA	Overall	VA	QA	Overall	VA	DI	QA	EQ	Overall
	Male	E	75	55	55	92	55	50	50	89	65	60	92	60	40	45	45	90
	Male	NE	75	55	55	91	50	45	45	88	65	60	91	60	40	45	45	89
	Female	E	70	55	55	91	52	50	50	88	65	60	91	60	40	45	45	89
	Female	NE	70	55	55	90	50	45	45	87	65	60	90	60	40	45	45	88
Non-Domicile	Male	E	85	75	75	93	70	55	55	93	65	60	93	70	45	45	55	92
	Male	NE	85	75	75	92	70	55	55	92	65	60	92	70	45	45	55	91
	Female	E	80	70	70	92	65	55	55	92	65	60	92	65	45	45	55	91
	Female	NE	80	70	70	91	65	55	55	91	65	60	91	65	45	45	55	90

E=Engineers
NE=Non-Engineers

XIMB MBA Selection Criteria

The Institute decides the section-wise as well as total cut-off marks, which is used for short-listing the candidates to be called for Writing Ability Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

WAT, GD & PI will be held in Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai (if held offline). Candidates will have to meet their own travel expenses for appearing in the Interview session.

The final selection will be made based on the candidate’s performance in the XAT/CAT/GMAT/XGMT as well as in the Writing Ability Test, Group Discussion and Personal Interview (which factors in the past academic record and relevant work experience).

The selected candidates will be informed by mail in the month of April 2026.

Note:

The weightage criteria of different parameters, but based on students reviews, Entrance exam have majority (~50% weightage), WAT, GD & PI have (~30% weightage), and remaining 20% weightage is given to academic scores, gender diversity and work experience, in the final admission process.
Candidates need to fill an additional application form (other than CAT/XAT/GMAT) available on xim.edu.in, and pay a registration fee of INR 1800.

XIMB Executive MBA Admission 2026

XIM Bhubaneswar offers an Executive MBA program for candidates who have passed a bachelor’s with at least 55% marks, and at least 3 years of work experience. Self-employed persons with a minimum 5 years of experience after obtaining a qualifying degree can also be considered. Minimum age of 23 years as on July 01, 2026. The final admissions are based on entrance exam scores (CAT/XAT/XGMT), followed by Group Discussion & PI.

XIMB PhD Admission 2025

XIMB offers admission to two types of PhD programs, that is, PhD Full-Time and PhD Part-Time. The eligibility criteria for PhD admission at XIMB is based on graduation with an aggregate mark of 75% or post-graduation with 55%. The selection criteria is based on the following parameters:

Academic records and Statement of Purpose (SoP), followed by XIM Research Aptitude Test (XRAT), Research Presentation, and Personal Interview.
Candidates with UGC NET scores will be exempted from XRAT.
Candidates qualified in UGC-NET (Category-2: Assistant Professor and Category-3: Admission to Ph.D) may appear for XRAT (Conducted by XIM University) to become eligible for a University Scholarship based on merit.

XIMB Admission FAQs

Ques. Is work experience mandatory for admission to an MBA programme at XIM Bhubaneswar?

Ans. No, work experience is not mandatory for admission to the MBA program at XIM Bhubaneswar. However, a significant weightage is given to work experience during the final merit list preparation.

Ques. Can I get direct admission to the MBA program at XIM Bhubaneswar?

Ans. No, direct admission is not possible to the MBA program at XIMB. Admissions are based on CAT/XAT/XGMT, followed by WAT, GD & PI. There are no management quota seats available at the institute.

Ques. How does the admission waiting list function in XIMB?

Ans. Candidates who are placed in 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 full amount will be refunded).

Ques. When are the Admission Test cut-off marks announced at XIMB?

Ans. The cut-off marks for various programs are decided and announced by the first week of February. Please refer to the website during that period for details.

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Institute of Management Technology - [IMT], Nagpur
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies - [NMIMS University], Bangalore
Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development - [SCMHRD], Pune
XIM University, Bhubaneswar
XLRI, Jamshedpur
Goa Institute of Management - [GIM], North Goa
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management - [SIBM], Pune
IMI - International Management Institute, New Delhi
MICA Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad

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XIMB Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Submission Date of Application for Admission 2026 [Graduate Diploma] (Management)	Apr 30, 2026
Dates for Presentation and Personal Interview for Admission 2026 [Ph.D] (Management)	Apr 25, 2026
Date for XRAT for Admission 2026 [Ph.D] (Management)	Apr 24, 2026

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XIMB: 6 Answered Questions

Are less than 60 btech graduates given admission in FMS Delhi,XLRI.XIM and JBIMS Mumbai?

Akriti Banerjeelives in New Delhi

FMS Delhi, XLRI, XIMB, and JBIMS are all highly regarded B-schools in India that offer postgraduate management programs. As these programs are PG courses so they require candidates to have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university.

The number of seats and admission criteria for these programs may vary from year to year and depend on factors such as the number of applicants, the performance of the applicants in entrance exams, and the selection process of each institution. Below is a table of batch sizes of all these colleges;

Institution	Program	Approximate Batch Size
FMS Delhi	MBA	200
XLRI	PGDM	360
XIMB	MBA	360
JBIMS Mumbai	MMS	120

Although all these institutes try to keep the batch as diverse as possible still the ratio of B.Tech and non-B.Tech is highly skewed towards B.Tech. So, it is unlikely that less than 60 B.Tech graduates are admitted to these institutions. These institutions typically have a rigorous selection process, and the number of seats available is usually limited.

However, the exact number of B.Tech graduates admitted to these institutions may vary depending on the specific program and admission cycle.

What do I have to do to get a call from SP Jain or XIMB?

Manu JhaPGDRM, PRM38 from Institute of Rural Management, Anand

My answer will be strictly pertaining to SP Jain as my sister is a student there and I have quite a lot of information about the admission criteria there. SP Jain has unique criteria wherein almost 70% of the parameters are uncontrollable. Some of them include

Past Academic Record
Nature of work experience and employee brand value
Extracurricular background
Diversity of profile

These are some factors that are hardly in one’s control. So one should not be disappointed if she/he lacks in these aspects. Well, it is now that the factors that are controllable come into the picture. You can work on these factors and compensate for the flaws in your profile

Prepare for CAT/XAT/GMAT to the best of your ability.
Filling out the application form with a genuine portrayal of your personality and candidature in the fields where you are asked about your versatility, leadership quality etc.

If the stars align, you will surely get a call. From what I have heard, every PGDM batch has students with both exception profiles as well as normal profiles. So what you need to focus on is finding a unique trait of yourself and working on it relentlessly.

Which college should I prefer for Finance: XIMB BM, IMT G or IMI Delhi?

Pinaki DasguptaWorked at Engineers India Limited

In choosing your B-school, the primary factors that you should consider are, the specialization you want to opt for and the ROI you are expecting. In your case, you want to go for Finance. The list of preferred B Schools you mentioned has similar fees and placements so I will be answering solely based on specialization.

Finance: IMI Delhi is the best choice of all the options when it comes to Finance. A premium quality crowd opts for Finance at IMI Delhi and the main reason is the customized MBA program in Finance. Many companies of the Finance sector visit the campus for placements. Finance students also avail the best opportunities and guidance and have a higher level of security than Marketing students.

However, in case you have more than 2-3 years of work experience, IMI Delhi is not a suitable option. Although you may stand out among your batchmates, the companies visiting the campus are not aware of this and offer roles suitable for less experienced students only. So your work experience may not be credited here.

The general preference order should be: IMI D>XIMB>IMT G

Can I get admission at XIMB with poor academics?

Pragya TripathiFreelancer

A good percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT) or Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) can greatly increase your chances of being admitted to the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB). These standardized tests are used as a measure of a candidate's aptitude and potential for success in a management program, and a high score can compensate for a lower academic record.

However, it is important to note that while a high CAT or XAT score can improve your chances of being admitted to XIMB, it does not guarantee admission. Other factors such as work experience, essays, and personal interviews are also considered in the admissions process. Additionally, it is also important to consider other factors like the program offerings, campus culture, and location when applying for an MBA program.

If you're unable to secure a spot at XIMB, there are other colleges with strong MBA programs that may be a good fit for you. These schools may also place more weight on other factors such as work experience, academics, and essays. It is important to research different colleges and their MBA programs, and carefully consider which one is the best fit for you.

It is also important to note that the MBA program is not only about the college's reputation, it's also about what you want to achieve in your career. So, it is important to think about your career goals before finalizing any college.

Which one should I join, XIMB BM or IIM Amritsar?

Khushboo SinghPGP student @ IIM Amritsar

If you have to choose between XIMB and IIM Amritsar I will always suggest you go for IIM Amritsar. Apart from the IIM tag, its relentless growth is a major deciding factor. The ROI at XIMB is very less in comparison to IIM. The points below will help you understand my point.

The fee of IIM Amritsar is INR 12 Lakhs whereas that of XIMB is INR 20 Lakhs.
The Average package is almost similar to the 2 colleges ( IIM Amritsar- INR 14.63 LPA and XIMB- INR 15.42 LPA). So when compared to the fees XIMB has a lower ROI than IIM Amritsar.
IIM Amritsar has witnessed fast-paced growth in recent years.
It is the only and best MBA college in the whole of Punjab
The batch size is smaller than that of XIMB and it’s an extra benefit when it comes to placement opportunities.

So IIM Amritsar is the best option among the 3 colleges.

Is it worth taking admission in XIMB for global mba?

Sikha YadavStudied at Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (2019)

First of all, no college or university can guarantee your placements. There is a placement cell in the college that takes care of placements, but Global MBA students cannot get decent placements by depending on the placement team.

Any college can only provide you with a degree and tag. To get a decent job you have to search on your own. Investing so much in Global MBA is not a good idea. Also, ROI is an important factor, which is why it is suggested that you do not invest in it.

Categories	XIMB for Global MBA
Course Fee	20.30 lakh
Course Duration	2 years
Highest CTC	26 LPA
Average CTC	15 LPA
Recruiting Companies	Nestle, PwC, Crisil, CitiBank, etc.

It is not worth taking admission to Xavier Institute of Management (XIMB) for a global MBA. It will only waste your money.

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Comments

Found 3 Comments

pranjal sapra

Apr 24, 2024 18:02

When is the entrance exam for PhD scheduled?

Ashish Ramtari

Apr 25, 2024 07:28

The entrance examination for PhD has already been conducted on April 12, 2024. The entrance examination name is Research Aptitude Test of XIM University.

shruti verma

Jun 4, 2022 15:08

What is the total intake for the EMBA course of XIMB?

Akshata Duse

Jun 6, 2022 15:51

The total intake for the 1 year and 4 months EMBA program is 30 students.

yash raj singh

Jun 4, 2022 14:57

When will XIMB start the Ex PGDM registration process?

Akshata Duse

Jun 6, 2022 15:53

The registration for the Ex PGDM course has already begun. You can register by filling in the application form with the required information and documents. At the end, you will have to pay the application fees.

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