XIM University Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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About XIM University
XIM University is a private Jesuit university in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, that traces its origin to the Xavier Institute of Management (XIMB), established in 1987 through a social contract between the Government of Odisha and the Odisha Jesuit Society. It became a full-fledged private university in 2013 under the Xavier University, Odisha Act, later amended in 2021. The university is registered with the UGC and holds NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation, along with NBA accreditation for its flagship MBA-BM program and SAQS accreditation for several PG and doctoral programs. XIM University runs 12 constituent schools spread across an old campus (20 acres, Xavier Square) and a new campus (55 acres, Harirajpur) in Bhubaneswar: Xavier Institute of Management (XIM), School of Human Resource Management, School of Rural Management, School of Sustainability, School of Human Settlements, School of Commerce, School of Communications, School of Economics, School of Computer Science and Engineering, Xavier Law School, School of Governance and Public Affairs, and School of Liberal Arts. It has more than 140 full-time faculty members. The university offers 11 undergraduate honours programs (B.Com, BBM, B.Sc. Media Studies, B.Sc. Economics, B.Tech CSE, BA-LLB, BBA-LLB, B.Sc. Sustainable Development, BA Public Administration & Governance, B.Sc. Psychology, and BA English), 14 postgraduate programs (MBA-BM being the flagship, alongside EMBA-BM, MBA-HRM, MBA-RM, MBA-SM, MBA-UMG, MBA-PPM, MMS-Business Finance, M.Sc. Economics, MA Mass Communication, M.Tech CSE, M.Sc. Psychology, MA English, and a one-year LLM), and Ph.D programs (Full-Time and Part-Time). Admission to all programs is purely merit-based through the university's own entrance tests (XEST for B.Tech, M-XLET/CLAT-linked process for Law, and XGMT or national tests like CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT for MBA programs) followed by academic-record evaluation and a Personal Interview; the university states it does not offer admission through any management or NRI quota. Residential facilities (separate for men and women) are available on both campuses with 24x7 Wi-Fi; MBA and MMS-BF programs are residential/hostel-compulsory, while hostel is optional for other programs. All fee figures below are drawn directly from XIM University's official 'Fee Structure 2026' pages and are explicitly marked by the university as indicative, subject to change, and to be confirmed only in the admission offer letter.
Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by XIM University, including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:
XIM University Courses
26 CoursesMBA-Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM)
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognised University. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Human Resource Management.
B.Sc. (Hons.) Sustainable Development
Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Sustainability.
M.Tech-Computer Science & Engineering (M.Tech-CSE)
B.E./B.Tech (CSE/IT/Electrical/Electronics or related) or M.Sc. (CS/IT/Mathematics/Statistics or related) or MCA with at least 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent. Selection via Academic Records, Xavier Engineering Entrance Examination (XEEE)/SoP, and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Computer Science and Engineering.
BBM (Hons.)
Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Final-year +2 students expecting results in 2026 may also apply. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview.
BBA-LLB (Hons.)
Class XII (or equivalent), with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University; final-year +2 students may apply. Admission based on CLAT-linked scores and the Xavier Law School entrance test, followed by Personal Interview. Offered by Xavier Law School.
BA (Hons.) Public Administration and Governance
Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Governance and Public Affairs.
MA-Mass Communication (MA-MC)
Bachelor's degree of minimum 3-year duration (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Selection via Academic Records, Aptitude Test/Statement of Purpose, and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Communications.
MBA-Business Management (MBA-BM)
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognised University. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026, followed by GD/WAT and Personal Interview. Flagship program, offered by Xavier Institute of Management (XIM).
Master of Management Studies - Business Finance (MMS-BF)
B.Com (Accounting/Finance), or BBM/BBA, or B.Sc. (Mathematics/Statistics), or BA (Economics), or B.Tech, or CA/CS/CMA, with at least 55% marks in aggregate. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Commerce.
LLM
LLB degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognised University. Selection via a written test (M-XLET) followed by Personal Interview. Offered by Xavier Law School. Officially confirmed as a One-Year Master's program.
Ph.D
Full-Time and Part-Time Ph.D programs offered across XIM University's schools; selection via X-RAT (written test), Presentation, and Personal Interview.
MA-English
Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised University, with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Selection via Academic Records, Aptitude Test/SoP, and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Liberal Arts.
MBA-Rural Management (MBA-RM)
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate; University/College/Institute rank holders (1st/2nd/3rd) may apply directly without an admission test. Otherwise: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Rural Management.
B.Sc. (Hons.) Media Studies
Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview.
MBA-Sustainability Management (MBA-SM)
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate; rank holders may apply directly without an admission test. Otherwise: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Sustainability.
MBA-Urban Management & Governance (MBA-UMG)
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate (or 60% for non-Economics disciplines with keen interest in the urban sector); rank holders may apply directly. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025 / GATE-2025-26 / CEED-2026. Offered by the School of Human Settlements.
BA (Hons.) English
Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Liberal Arts.
B.Sc. (Hons.) Economics
Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview.
B.Tech. (Hons.)
Class XII (or equivalent) in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Final-year +2 students expecting results in 2026 may also apply. Lateral-entry candidates need a 3-year (or 2-year lateral-entry diploma) in an equivalent Engineering discipline with at least 60% aggregate. Selection is via academic performance in Class 10 & 12, the Xavier Engineering Selection Test (XEST), and Personal Interview.
BA-LLB (Hons.)
Class XII (or equivalent), with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Admission based on CLAT scores and/or the Xavier Law School entrance process, followed by Personal Interview. Offered by Xavier Law School.
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBA-Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM) 1 specialization | ₹ 13.15L - 26.30L | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognised University. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Human Resource Management. |
B.Sc. (Hons.) Sustainable Development 1 specialization | ₹ 2.07L - 8.27L | Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Sustainability. |
M.Tech-Computer Science & Engineering (M.Tech-CSE) 1 specialization | ₹ 3.20L - 6.40L | B.E./B.Tech (CSE/IT/Electrical/Electronics or related) or M.Sc. (CS/IT/Mathematics/Statistics or related) or MCA with at least 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent. Selection via Academic Records, Xavier Engineering Entrance Examination (XEEE)/SoP, and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Computer Science and Engineering. |
BBM (Hons.) 1 specialization | ₹ 2.07L - 8.27L | Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Final-year +2 students expecting results in 2026 may also apply. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. |
BBA-LLB (Hons.) 1 specialization | ₹ 2.09L - 10.47L | Class XII (or equivalent), with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University; final-year +2 students may apply. Admission based on CLAT-linked scores and the Xavier Law School entrance test, followed by Personal Interview. Offered by Xavier Law School. |
BA (Hons.) Public Administration and Governance 1 specialization | ₹ 2.07L - 8.27L | Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Governance and Public Affairs. |
MA-Mass Communication (MA-MC) 1 specialization | ₹ 2.02L - 4.05L | Bachelor's degree of minimum 3-year duration (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Selection via Academic Records, Aptitude Test/Statement of Purpose, and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Communications. |
MBA-Business Management (MBA-BM) 1 specialization | ₹ 13.50L - 27L | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognised University. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026, followed by GD/WAT and Personal Interview. Flagship program, offered by Xavier Institute of Management (XIM). |
Master of Management Studies - Business Finance (MMS-BF) 1 specialization | ₹ 8.05L - 16.10L | B.Com (Accounting/Finance), or BBM/BBA, or B.Sc. (Mathematics/Statistics), or BA (Economics), or B.Tech, or CA/CS/CMA, with at least 55% marks in aggregate. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Commerce. |
LLM 1 specialization | ₹ 1.50L - 1.50L | LLB degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognised University. Selection via a written test (M-XLET) followed by Personal Interview. Offered by Xavier Law School. Officially confirmed as a One-Year Master's program. |
Ph.D 2 specializations | ₹ 1L - 3L | Full-Time and Part-Time Ph.D programs offered across XIM University's schools; selection via X-RAT (written test), Presentation, and Personal Interview. |
MA-English 1 specialization | ₹ 1.35L - 2.70L | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised University, with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Selection via Academic Records, Aptitude Test/SoP, and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Liberal Arts. |
MBA-Rural Management (MBA-RM) 1 specialization | ₹ 9.20L - 18.40L | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate; University/College/Institute rank holders (1st/2nd/3rd) may apply directly without an admission test. Otherwise: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Rural Management. |
B.Sc. (Hons.) Media Studies 1 specialization | ₹ 2.16L - 8.63L | Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. |
MBA-Sustainability Management (MBA-SM) 1 specialization | ₹ 8.20L - 16.40L | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate; rank holders may apply directly without an admission test. Otherwise: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025. Offered by the School of Sustainability. |
MBA-Urban Management & Governance (MBA-UMG) 1 specialization | ₹ 8.20L - 16.40L | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks in aggregate (or 60% for non-Economics disciplines with keen interest in the urban sector); rank holders may apply directly. Admission Test: XAT-2026 / CAT-2025 / GMAT-2024-25 / XGMT-2026 / NMAT-2025 / GATE-2025-26 / CEED-2026. Offered by the School of Human Settlements. |
BA (Hons.) English 1 specialization | ₹ 1.70L - 6.81L | Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. Offered by the School of Liberal Arts. |
B.Sc. (Hons.) Economics 1 specialization | ₹ 2.07L - 8.27L | Class XII (or equivalent) in any discipline, with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Selection is purely on merit based on Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance and Personal Interview. |
B.Tech. (Hons.) 1 specialization | ₹ 2.64L - 10.57L | Class XII (or equivalent) in Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Final-year +2 students expecting results in 2026 may also apply. Lateral-entry candidates need a 3-year (or 2-year lateral-entry diploma) in an equivalent Engineering discipline with at least 60% aggregate. Selection is via academic performance in Class 10 & 12, the Xavier Engineering Selection Test (XEST), and Personal Interview. |
BA-LLB (Hons.) 1 specialization | ₹ 2.09L - 10.47L | Class XII (or equivalent), with at least 60% marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board/University. Admission based on CLAT scores and/or the Xavier Law School entrance process, followed by Personal Interview. Offered by Xavier Law School. |
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
NIRF 2025 | Xavier Institute of Management (MBA-BM) ranked in the Top 45 B-Schools of the country in the Management category, per NIRF India Rankings 2025 (as announced on the official XIM website) |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Information regarding scholarships and financial aid opportunities provided by the institute.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
B.Tech-CSE Specific Scholarships | Students with 85% aggregate in +2 (continued only if minimum CGPA 8.0 maintained each subsequent year); program topper at year-end; SC/ST/Economically Backward/Minority students (3 per year per program) | 50% waiver of course/tuition fee |
UG Merit & Category Scholarships (UG programs, general fee table) | SC/ST/Economically Backward/Minority students (3 per year per program); program topper at year-end; students scoring 90% in +2 (continued only if minimum CGPA 8.5 maintained each subsequent year) | 30% waiver of course/tuition fee (for the relevant year, after registration and document verification) |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Residential Facilities (Old & New Campus)
Separate residences for men and women on both the 20-acre old campus (Xavier Square) and the 55-acre new campus (Harirajpur), with mess facilities serving vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, plus an on-campus X-Café.
Library Facilities
Central library facilities supporting academic and research needs across all 12 schools.
IT Facilities
24-hour internet connectivity via Wi-Fi, along with printing, photocopying and other IT infrastructure across residences and academic blocks.
Sports & Fitness Facilities
On-campus sports and fitness infrastructure across the old and new campuses.
Transportation
University transport facilities connecting the campuses.
Bloomberg Lab
A dedicated finance lab with Bloomberg terminals for market-data-driven learning, available to students (primarily MBA/Finance specializations).
Hostel & Accommodation
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a laptop is mandatory specifically for students of the MBA and MMS-BF programs.
Residences are compulsory for MBA and MMS-BF program students (both programs are residential). For other postgraduate programs, the Executive MBA, and all undergraduate (Bachelor's) programs, residential facilities are available but optional.
No. Per the official website, XIM University does not offer admission through any management quota, NRI quota, or donation-based seats — all admissions are strictly merit-based through the university's entrance and interview process.
No, per the official PG FAQ page, XIM University does not offer any distance education program (it does list a Centre for Distance and Online Education under Academics, but the FAQ explicitly states no distance program is offered).
MBA-Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM), B.Sc. (Hons.) Sustainable Development, M.Tech-Computer Science & Engineering (M.Tech-CSE), BBM (Hons.), BBA-LLB (Hons.)
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