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Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, popularly known as XIME Bangalore is a private management institute established in 1991. The institute has been ranked 84th by Collegedunia (13th in Bangalore) in 2025 and 21st by Outlook in 2026 under the ‘MBA’ category and approved by the AICTE, NBA and EFMD. XIME has two other campuses in Kochi(established in 2013) and Chennai(established in 2017).
- Popular Programs: MBA(PGDM).
- Total Intake: 600 (540 for MBA general & 60 for MBA Business Analytics)
- Admission Process: Graduation With 50% + CAT/XAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT
- Selection Process: Score of Entrance Exam + GD + PI
- Minimum Cutoff percentile: 75(XAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ ATMA)
- Total MBA Fees: INR 15.65 Lakhs (Including Hostel Charges) & INR 12.9 Lakhs(excluding Hostel Charges)
- Average Package 2025: INR 10.8 LPA(MBA Business Analytics), INR 10.5 LPA(MBA General).
- Top Recruiters: Infosys, Accenture, EY, KPMG, Wipro, Hexaware, TCS, and others.
NOTE: Hostel stay is mandatory for Bangalore Campus unless formally exempted.
Direct Link: XIME Bangalore MBA Admission 2026
- XIME Bangalore MBA Admission Dates
- XIME Bangalore Rankings
- XIME Bangalore Courses & Fees
- XIME Bangalore Admission
- XIME Bangalore Cutoff
- XIME Bangalore Placement
- XIME Bangalore vs XIME Chennai vs XIME Kochi
- XIME Bangalore Alumni
- XIME Bangalore Scholarship 2026
- XIME Bangalore Campus Overview
- XIME Bangalore FAQs
XIME Bangalore MBA Admission Dates 2026
Important dates regarding the MBA admission process at XIME Bangalore are tabulated below-
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Timeline | November 2025 - ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply for Phase 1 | February 2, 2026 |
| GD-PI Rounds Phase 1 | February 5, 6 & 7 2026 |
| Application Deadline Phase 2 (Extended) | April 21, 2026 |
| GD-PI Rounds Phase 2 | April 24 – May 02, 2026 |
| Shortlist Announcement | Within Month (after each GD-PI phase) |
| Final Offers Release | May – June 2026 |
| Programme Commencement | June – July 2026 |
The important dates for the entrance exam for admission to the MBA course at the institute are as follows:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CAT | |
| CAT Registration Timeline | Aug 01, 2025- Sep 20, 2025 |
| CAT Exam Date | Nov 30, 2025 |
| CAT Result Date | Dec 24, 2025 |
| XAT | |
| XAT Registration Timeline | Jul 10, 2025- Dec 11, 2025 |
| XAT Exam Date | Jan 04, 2025 |
| XAT Result Date | Jan 15, 2026 |
| CMAT | |
| CMAT Registration Timeline | October 17, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025 |
| CMAT Exam Date | Jan 25, 2026 |
| CMAT Result | Feb 13, 2026 |
| ATMA | |
| ATMA Registration Timeline(May session) | Feb 24, 2026 - April 21, 2026 |
| ATMA Exam Date(May session) | May 3, 2026 |
| ATMA Result Date(May session) | May 9, 2026 |
| MAT | |
| MAT Paper-Based Test (PBT) Registration Last Date | May 25, 2026 |
| MAT Paper-Based Test (PBT) Exam Date | May 31, 2026 |
| MAT Computer-Based Test (CBT) Registration Last Date | June 8, 2026 |
| MAT Computer-Based Test (CBT) Exam Date | June 14, 2026 |
XIME Bangalore Rankings 2026
XIME Bangalore has been ranked 21 by outlook in 2026. XIME Bangalore Rankings by several agencies under management category are listed below:
| Ranking Agency | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia | 2025 | 84 (13th in Bangalore) |
| Outlook | 2026 | 21 |
| IIRF | 2025 | 36 |
| The Week Ranking | 2024 | 41 (2nd in Bangalore) |
XIME Bangalore Courses & Fees 2026
Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, Bangalore, offers a 2-year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in 2 different specializations. The total tuition fee for the program is INR 12.9 lakhs (excluding hostel charges). Candidates can check the details for XIME Bangalore Courses & Fees tabulated below:
| Course | Specializations | Total Seat | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | General | 540 | INR 15.65 lakhs(including hostel fees) |
| Business Analytics | 60 | ||
| Ph.D. | Management | NA | INR 2.1 Lakhs |
Notes:
- The MBA (General) program is offered with 5 specializations.
- MBA fees can be paid in six installments.
- Hostel fees range from INR 1.2 lakhs to INR 1.6 lakhs per year, depending on the room type.
- Application Fee for 1st preference is INR 2000. There will be an additional application fee of INR 250 if you choose to have a 2nd preference. The application fee is non refundable.
- A refundable hostel caution deposit of INR 10,000 is applicable.
See what Aarthi from PGDM,General(2023) has to say about Courses & Fees at XIME Bangalore:
“The curriculumn is so good because there are lot of application based subjects and even in regular subjects there involves some practical projects. It does prepare us for the real world because the curriculumn as a whole prepares us for time management, handling pressure, being persistent and so many other things which are required in the real world.Yearly tution fee is 12,00,000 and the hostel fee is 2,75,000. So total is 14,75,000. The fees has to be paid in installments, so 2,00,000 in each installment and totally 6 installments. Hostel fees is also paid in installments of 63k first time, 54k 2nd time, 48k 3rd time and 48k 4th time.”Read More
Popular Questions
Ques: What is the fee structure of XIME for MBA Programme? Are the fees equal for all three campuses?
Ans: No, the fees are not equal for all campus programs. Students can find detailed fees of MBA in the table below.
| Campus | Total Tuition Fees (Excluded Hostel) |
1st Year Fee | 2nd Year Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangalore | INR 12.9 Lakhs | INR 6.7 Lakhs | INR 6.2 Lakhs |
| Kochi | INR 9.9 Lakhs | INR 5.2 Lakhs | INR 4.7 Lakhs |
| Chennai | INR 9.9 Lakhs | INR 5.2 Lakhs | INR 4.7 Lakhs |
Ques: How much amount i have to pay during the entire MBA Programme at XIME Bangalore?
Ans: Students can find a detailed fees structure in below:
- Total Tuition Fees: INR 12.9 Lakhs
- Caution Deposit: INR 25,000(Refundable after course completion)
- Boarding & Lodging: INR 12,000 to INR 16,000 per month depends upon room type (for 10 months per year)
- Hostel Caution Deposit: INR 10000 (Refundable after course completion)
- International Study Tour: INR 1 Lakhs to INR 4 Lakhs
XIME Bangalore Admission 2026
MBA Admission at XIME Bangalore is currently ongoing for the 2026-28 batch. The detailed XIME Bangalore Admission steps are as follows for MBA:
- Candidates are shortlisted based on CAT/XAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT scores
- Shortlisted applicants are further evaluated through Group discussions and personal interviews.
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 50% marks. There is a 5% mark relaxation for reserved category candidates
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XIME Bangalore MBA Admission Brochure 2026XIME Bangalore Admission Weightage Criteria 2026
Final Selection is based on academic performance, entrance exam scores, GD, PI, and overall profile. The weightage criteria are as follows:
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Academic performance | 13% |
| CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ GMAT scores | 35% |
| Group Discussion/ Interview | 40% |
| Overall Profile | 12% |
what Ishita, MBA General student of 2023 batch has to say about Admission Process and Interview Process at XIME Bangalore:
As per her words, “I have selected XIME Bangalore as compared to other colleges because it is located right in the Electronic City in Bangalore and is surrounded with different IT companies such as Siemens, Tech Mahindra, Tata Power, Verifone,TCS, etc. Hence the companies usually tend to visit the campus for the placements. I was selected by other colleges by choose to come top XIME because of the Brand name of Xaviers. The selection procedure of XIME bangalore id divided into GD, PI and test pattern. Once you clear the cutoff for XIME , you will hav eto fill the collegee form and then you will receive calls for GD, PI. Once your are selected for GD after few days PI will be conducted.” For more detailed review, Click here
What's in this video?
- Types of Questions Asked in the XIME Group Discussion and Personal Interview
- How to Effectively Handle Case Study Questions Under Interview Pressure
- Common Mistakes to Avoid During the XIME Personal Interview
- Insights on the XIME Interview Panel and Overall Selection Process
| A reddit user who appeared for the XIME Bangalore GD and PI shared insights into the interview process. According to the candidate, the Group Discussion topic was “Social Media: Unites Us or Divides the Nation.” The GD panel consisted of two members, and the same panelists conducted the Personal Interview, along with an additional faculty member.During the PI round, the candidate was asked a mix of motivational, academic, and current affairs based questions, including Why MBA, the difference between real and nominal GDP, India’s GDP, and the current Finance Minister of India. When asked about specialization preferences, the candidate mentioned an inclination towards Finance, citing relevant subjects studied during their ug program.The interview also included personal questions related to hobbies and family background. The panel asked about the 2009 US financial crisis, which was linked to the candidate’s prior work experience. The interview concluded with a question on other MBA colleges the candidate had applied to. |
XIME Bangalore Application Fees 2026
Application Fees 2026 for candidates applying at XIME Bangalore are given below:
| Exam | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| XAT | XAT Registration Fee is INR 2.2K. |
| CAT | CAT Registration Fees for unreserved category is INR 2.6K and for reserved category INR 1.3K. |
| MAT | INR 2,200 for a single test mode (PBT or CBT) and INR 3,800 for both PBT+CBT (double test) |
| CMAT | CMAT Registration Fee is INR 2.5K for Male candidates(UR) and INR 1250 for Female, Gen-EWS, OBC (NCL), SC/ST/PwD/PwBD, and Third Gender candidates. |
| ATMA | Standard Fee: INR 2K (Unreserved Category) Women Candidates: INR 1.5K (25% concession) North-Eastern States Candidates: INR 1K (50% concession) |
| GMAT | For the Indian candidate: Applying for PGDM via GMAT need to pay INR 2.5K For NRI, Foreign national, PIO& OCI Candidates:Applying for one or more programs through GMAT needs to pay INR 5K. |
Popular Questions Asked
Ques. When is the merit list for XIME Bangalore expected to be released?
Ans. The merit list for XIME Bangalore is typically prepared after the completion of the each GD and Personal Interview rounds. Based on previous admission cycles, the shortlisting and merit list declaration will take place within one month of GD-PI.
Ques: Do NRIs need to give any entrance exam for XIME Bangalore?
Ans: NRIs applying under the International Student Category do not need to take any entrance exam for XIME Bangalore. They applied with GMAT Score and met the eligibility criteria set for international admissions.
Ques. Can candidates apply through more than one entrance exam score for MBA at XIME Bangalore?
Ans. Yes. Candidates can apply to XIME Bangalore using more than one valid entrance exam score (XAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT) when submitting their application for the MBA program. Applicants may submit multiple test scores, and XIME will consider the best available score among them for shortlisting for the GD/PI rounds.
Ques. Can candidates update their entrance exam scores after submitting the application at XIME Bangalore?
Ans. Once the application is submitted, candidates are not allowed to update their entrance exam scores. If a candidate obtains a better score after submission, they may contact the XIME admissions office to check whether the updated score can be considered; however, such requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed. To avoid any uncertainty, candidates are advised to apply only after their final scorecard is available.
Ques: How to apply for MBA at XIME Bangalore ?
Ans: XIME Bangalore accepts applications in online modes. Candidates have to submit an application fee of INR 2K. Check the application process steps below:
1: Visit the official website of XIME.
2: Click on 'Apply Online' and register with the basic details.
3: Login to fill out the application form.
4: Pay the application fee and submit the form.
Documents required
1. Attested copy of CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ GMAT scorecard
2. Class 10th, 12th and Graduation certificate and marksheet
3. Aadhaar Card
XIME Bangalore Cutoff
XIME Bangalore shortlists the candidates for MBA and MBA BA through GD and PI rounds on the basis of valid entrance exams scores. XIME Bangalore Cutoff 2025 for various entrance exam accepted for MBA and MBA BA are given below:
| Entrance Exam | Cutoffs |
|---|---|
| MAT | 70 percentile |
| ATMA | 75 percentile |
| CAT | 75 percentile |
| CMAT | 75 percentile |
| XAT | 75 percentile |
Note: XIME Bangalore does not officially publish separate cutoffs for MBA General vs MBA Business Analytics, and typically uses a common percentile range across its MBA programs for shortlisting.
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See what Mohan from PGDM,General(2023) has to say about Placement at XIME Bangalore:
“It is mandatory for students to do 2 month internship at the end of first year around the month of May and June. Some of the students will get PPO from their internship companies itself. The official placement season starts from the October month of the 2nd year. KPMG, EY, Infosys, Accenture are some of the top companies that came to the placements this year and the placements are still going on. The Highest Package as of now is 23 LPA given by Lowe's India. and the Average package is around 10 LPA.”Read More
XIME Bangalore Placement
As per the placement report, the average package stood at INR 10.5 LPA for the MBA program, while the MBA BA recorded an average package of INR 10.8 LPA in 2025. Some of the prominent recruiters were Accenture, KPMG, Grant Thorton, Oracle, TCS, Hexaware, Federal Bank, and more. The detailed XIME Bangalore placement data at the Bangalore campus are as follow:
| Category | MBA General | MBA Business Analytics |
|---|---|---|
| Average CTC | INR 10.5 LPA | INR 10.8 LPA |
| Top 10% CTC | INR 14.7 LPA | INR 17.8 LPA |
| Top 20% CTC | INR 13.5 LPA | INR 15.3 LPA |
| Top 50% CTC | INR 11.9 LPA | INR 12.9 LPA |
Also Read
XIME Bangalore Placement BrochureGiven below are the year-wise trends for XIME Bangalore MBA Placement for the last 2 years:
See what Aarthi V, MBA General student of 2023 batch has to say about the Placements at XIME Bangalore:
As per her words, “The placements are good. The college has totally 6 semesters and after the 4th semester the students are eligible to attend the placements. The students need a minimum of 4.8/8.00 CGGA to sit in the placements The companies which visit here are - EY, KPMG, Mindsprint, Lowe's, Accenture, Tata Power, Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Sabre, Oxane, Well's Fargo. The highest package was from Lowe's and the package was 23.7 LPA and the role was Product manager, it was offered for people from engineering background and with 2 years of experience. The average package here is 10.5LPA and most of the companies come for this range. The percentage of students getting placed is close to 95% as some of them don't clear the eligibility and some don't get placement event with good CGPA.” For more detailed review, Click here
Popular Questions Asked
Ques: What is the placement scenario at XIME Bangalore?
Ans: XIME Bangalore has a good record of placements for its PGDM courses. In 2024, the highest package offered to PGDM and PGDM (Business Analytics) during XIME Bangalore placements stood at INR 15 LPA and INR 22 LPA, respectively. Further, the XIME Bangalore average package offered to PGDM and PGDM (BA) batch 2025 was INR 10.5 LPA and INR 10.8 LPA, respectively. The average package of XIME Bangalore placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Placement Report (2025) |
Placement Report (2024) |
Placement Report (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average package | PGDM: INR 10.5 LPA PGDM (BA): INR 10.8 LPA |
PGDM: INR 10 LPA PGDM (BA): INR 11.2 LPA |
PGDM: INR 10.75 LPA PGDM (BA): INR 10.30 LPA |
Ques: What is the placement rate of MBA in Business Analytics at XIME Bangalore?
Ans: As per the latest report, XIME Bangalore recorded 95% placement rate for its PGDM (BA) batch in the academic year 2023-2024. The following table represents the XIME Bangalore placement percentage recorded between 2022 and 2024:
| Particulars | Placement Report (2024) |
Placement Report (2023) |
Placement Report (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placement Percentage | PGDM: 98% PGDM (BA): 95% |
PGDM: 98.2% PGDM (BA): 88.5% |
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Ques: How good is XIME Bangalore to do MBA? What about its placements?
Ans: XIME Bangalore has a good record of placement for its MBA course. In 2025, the average package for top 10% students is INR 14.7 LPA for MBA General & INR 17.8 LPA for MBA BA. In 2024, the participating recruiters placed 173 students of the PGDM and 55 students of the PGDM Business Analytics (BA) batch 2024 in new-age job roles. The highest package offered to the PGDM and PGDM (Business Analytics) batches during XIME Bangalore placements 2024 stood at INR 15 LPA and INR 22 LPA, respectively. The key highlights of XIME Bangalore placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Placement Data (2024) |
Placement Data (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest package | - PGDM: INR 15 LPA - PGDM (BA): INR 22 LPA |
- PGDM: INR 16 LPA - PGDM (BA): INR 14.30 LPA |
| Average package | - PGDM: INR 10 LPA - PGDM (BA): INR 11.2 LPA |
- PGDM: INR 10.75 LPA - PGDM (BA): INR 10.30 LPA |
| Total students | - PGDM: 179 - PGDM (BA): 60 |
- PGDM: 171 - PGDM (BA): 40 |
| Total students registered/eligible | - PGDM: 173 - PGDM (BA): 55 |
- PGDM: 167 - PGDM (BA): 35 |
| Total students placed | - PGDM: 170 - PGDM (BA): 52 |
- PGDM: 164 - PGDM (BA): 31 |
| Placement rate | - PGDM: 98% - PGDM (BA): 95% |
- PGDM: 98.20% - PGDM (BA): 88.50% |
XIME Bangalore vs XIME Chennai vs XIME Kochi
During admission to MBA courses at XIME Bangalore, students often compare it with the XIME Chennai, and XIME Kochi. Candidates can check a detailed comparison of these institutes based on a few important factors given below:
| Details | XIME Bangalore | XIME Chennai | XIME Kochi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1991 | 2017 | 2013 |
| Institute Type | Private | Private | Private |
| Approved By | AICTE, NBA, EFMD | AICTE, NBA, EFMD | AICTE, NBA, EFMD |
| Flagship Program | MBA | MBA | MBA |
| Entrance Exams Accepted | CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ GMAT | CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ GMAT/TANCET | CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ GMAT/KMAT |
| MBA Total Tuition Fees (Excluding Hostel) |
INR 12.9 Lakhs | INR 9.9 Lakhs | INR 9.9 Lakhs |
| Collegedunia Ranking 2025 (MBA) |
84 | NA | 162 |
| MBA Average Package (2025) |
INR 10.5 LPA | INR 9.6 LPA | INR 10 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Deloitte, EY, KPMG, ITC | HCL, Wipro, ICICI Bank | Accenture, Amazon, Deloitte |
XIME Bangalore Alumni
Meet the XIME alumni making their alma mater proud. Their journeys reflect the diverse skills, values, and leadership that define a XIMEian.
| Name | Batch | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Sailesh Menezes | 1995-1997 | Vice President & Regional HR Leader- India, Asia Pacific & Japan - Hewlett Packard Enterprise India |
| Ananthan Mukundan | 1997-1999 | Senior Business Intelligence Consultant, IBM |
| Nanjappa BS | 2000-2002 | Executive Vice President - Human Resources, Infosys |
| Deepa Chandrasekhar | 2001-2003 | People Partner, Google |
| Sandipan Mitra | 2006-2008 | Co-founder, CEO, HungerBox |
| Amalan SJ | 2015-2017 | Deputy Director - HRBP, Myntra |
XIME Bangalore Scholarship 2026
XIME Bangalore offers multiple scholarships to support students based on academic merit and financial need. According to student reviews, the institute provides a mix of merit-based scholarships, need-based assistance, and tuition fee waivers. Scholarships are typically announced on Independence Day and Republic Day and reward consistent academic performance. Students whose parental income is less than 8 lakhs from all sources are eligible to be shortlisted for tuition fee waivers following the AICTE guidelines. The XIME Bangalore scholarship are as follows:
| Scholarship Type | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Merit-based Scholarships (Independence & Republic Day) | INR 40,000 – INR 1 lakh |
| High Merit / Exceptional Performance Scholarship | Up to INR 5 lakhs |
| Need-based Financial Aid (Income below INR 4.5 LPA) | Tuition fee waiver up to INR 2.5 lakhs |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (Income below INR 8 LPA) | Partial fee waiver (amount as per eligibility) |
XIME Bangalore Campus Overview
Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME) Bangalore is located in Electronics City, Bangalore. The campus is spread over about 4.3 acres of land. It has academic buildings, hostels, a library, and recreational facilities in one place.The academic block has classrooms with modern teaching equipment, seminar halls, and a 500-seat auditorium. The library contains over 50,000 books, journals, and access to e-resources for research and study. Computer labs and campus-wide Wi-Fi are available for students. There are many clubs available at campus.
| XIME BANGALORE STUDENTS CLUBS | ||
|---|---|---|
| X - INSIGHTS | HRUDAY | MARKXIME |
| X - OPS | X - SEED | FINITIATIVE |
| EMPRESARIO | X - ORATION | CULTURAL COMMITTEE |
| XIME - WINNERS | ||
The campus provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls. Hostels have basic amenities like Wi-Fi, study areas, and recreation rooms. A cafeteria is available on the campus for meals and snacks.For extracurricular activities, the campus has indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a gym, and spaces for cultural programs.XIME Bangalore also organizes guest lectures, industry talks, and management fests. Students from different states and countries study here, which creates a diverse campus community.
Read More: XIME Bangalore Hostel
XIME Bangalore FAQs
Ques. How is the campus life at XIME Bangalore?
Ans. Campus life at XIME Bangalore includes various student clubs like marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship, where students can take part in events and activities. The campus is well-maintained, with good hostel and canteen facilities.
Ques. How to reach XIME Bangalore?
Ans. XIME Bangalore is located in Bangalore. It is about 30 meters from the EIC City Phase‑2 bus stop. The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). You can enter the XIME Bangalore campus directly through the main gate in Electronics City, and autos, taxis, or app-based cab services (like Ola and Uber) are available round-the-clock for convenient travel.
| Mode of Transport | Approximate Distance | Typical Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | 51–55 km (Kempegowda Intl Airport) | ~1.5 to 2 hours by car or airport bus service |
| Main Railway Station | 20–23 km (Bangalore City Junction) | ~45 min to 1 hour by car or cab |
| Bus Stop | ~30 meters from campus | Very close, frequent BMTC routes |
| Metro | Electronic City station on Yellow Line | walking or rickshaw needed |
| Auto / Taxi | Available nearby all major stops | Easy to book for last mile |
Ques. What are the specializations offered for PGDM at XIME Bangalore?
Ans. Specializations are offered in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Operations, IT and Analytics and General Management at XIME Bangalore. Under each specialization, there are electives to be chosen from the specialization subject areas. There is provision for major and minor specializations.
Ques. What is the Ph.D. entrance test and interview process at XIME Bangalore?
Ans. At XIME Bangalore, students who want to join the Ph.D. in Management program (under University of Mysore) have to appear for an entrance test if they are not exempted.
- The entrance test is of 100 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.
- The question paper has two parts:
- 50 objective questions (1 mark each)
- Essay/short answer questions for 50 marks
- To qualify, a candidate must score at least 55 marks out of 100 (or 50 marks for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates).
- After qualifying, the candidate must attend an interview/viva voce with the probable research guide (supervisor).
- The interview checks three things:
- If the candidate has the knowledge and ability for the proposed research.
- If the institute has facilities to support the research.
- If the research topic can contribute to new or additional knowledge.
Note: Passing the entrance test and interview at XIME Bangalore only makes the candidate eligible for Ph.D. admission. It does not guarantee a seat.
Ques. Can final year students apply to XIME Bangalore?
Ans. Applicants who are appearing for their final year examination and are awaiting their results can apply. However, they should have maintained an average of 50% marks in the degree course until then. They should be completing all their degree examinations before June 25, 2026. Such candidates are required to produce proof of passing the Degree examination with the minimum required marks of 50%, latest by September 30, 2026 at XIME Bangalore. An applicant shall not have any un-cleared backlog.
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No, admissions are not possible now as they have closed. The last date of selection process was 7th April. Now, the admissions will resume next year only.
Candidates must have a Graduate degree in any discipline with 50% marks (45% marks Reserved Categories). The candidates waiting for their final year results are also eligible to apply. However, the student must maintain 50% marks in the degree course. Such candidates need to complete their degree examinations before July of admission year and are required to produce proof of passing the Degree examination with the minimum required marks of 50%, latest by September of admission year. Applicants who have any un-cleared backlog in graduation at the time of application are not eligible. Final selection for PGDM in XIME Bangalore will be on the overall assessment of candidates in Group Discussion, Personal Interview, Academic Background, Extra-curricular, and Diversity. The weights of various criteria are: Academic Performance- 13%, Entrance Exam Score- 35%, Group Discussion & Personal Interview- 40%, Sports, Extra-Curricular Activities, Academic Diversity and Gender Diversity- 12%. The first year fee is INR 6.50 Lakhs, and the second year fee will be INR 6 lakhs.
The expected XIME Bangalore XAT cutoff 2024 for admission to various PGDM programs ranges from 70 to 75 percentile for general category students. The institute offers PG, doctoral courses, etc. XIME Bangalore, CAT Cutoff 2023 for the General Category was 75 percentile.
Well, the cut-off for XAT at XIME bangalore as per last year was 75%ile and thus with 67%ile, you might not be eligible for admission.
The application will be released in February next year and the last date to apply for the same will be March 26th 2024.
XIME Bangalore's Average package stood at 10.80 LPA and the average package of the top 25% of students stood at INR 13.69 LPA. The highest package was INR 18 LPA. You can register and download the brochure for the detailed information about the courses.
You need to appear for the entrance test viz. CAT/XAT and need to have a score more than the cut-off score for the corresponding Institute and course to get admission.
No, the application process is still going on. You can apply till February 05, 2023 on the official website of XIME, Banglore.
Leading companies including Infosys, Wipro, PwC, IDFC, EY, TCS, Tech Mahindra, Oracle, Aspire Systems, HPE, VMWare, Mphasis, HSBC, HungerBox, Arcesium, etc have participated so far in the placement process.
The institute has an average CTC that of INR. 7.73 LPA while the highest salary package was INR. 16.26 LPA.