XIMB: Ranking, Courses, Fees, Admission 2024, Placements

Janki Sharma

Updated on - Nov 28, 2023

Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar (Old Campus) was founded in 1987. It is a private unitary university located in the state of Odisha. It offers various UG and PG courses including B.Com (Hons), and BBM (Hons) in the UG category and MBA BM, MBA-HRM, MBA RAM, MBA-SM, MBA-UMG EMBA-BM in the PG category respectively. The main aim of XIMB is to inspire future generations of students aspiring for excellent quality higher education.

The XGMT entrance exam is scheduled to be held on January 28, 2024. The last date to apply online is December 8, 2023.

The Xavier University (New Campus) was established on July 6, 2013, under the Xavier University, Odisha Act 2013. The Xavier University, Odisha Amendment Act 2021 was passed in the Odisha Legislative Assembly renaming Xavier University as XIM University. XIMB has been recognized by UGC and accredited by the NBA.

XIMB has a state-of-the-art campus spread over an area of 75 acres. Some of the MBA programs offered at XIMB have been awarded SAQS accreditation. XIMB is a member of AACSB as well. As per Times B-School Ranking 2023, XIMB has been ranked 5th among the top 100 management institutes of India. The institute has an excellent placement rate of 100% with the highest package awarded around INR 71.50 LPA.

Over the years, XIMB has been established as a prominent college with its industry oriented course curriculum. Here's more on what the students have to say at GetMyUni Verdict.

Table of Contents

• XIMB Quick Insights
• XIMB Admission Dates 2024
• XIMB Ranking
• XIMB Courses
• XIMB Admission
• Why Choose XIMB?
• XIMB Infrastructure
• XIMB Placements
• XIMB Scholarships
• XIMB Collaborations
• XIMB Faculty
• XIMB Alumni

XIMB Quick Insights 2024

Xavier's Institute of Management Bhubaneswar is a globally recognized management institute offering socio-economic development and providing quality education. Some key details about the institute are mentioned below:

XIMB Admission Dates 2024

The important dates related to the XIMB admission are tabulated below:

XIMB Ranking

XIM University has been ranked 7th among India’s Top 50 State-Private Universities in India by the Outlook ICARE University Ranking 2023. The other rankings for XIMB are listed below.

• Xavier Institute of Management, XIM University, has been ranked 20th in the overall Ranking Category by Business Today MDRA B-School Survey 2023.
• Xavier Institute of Management has also been ranked 9th among India’s Top 100 Private B-School category in Business Today MDRA B-School Survey 2023.
• Xavier Institute of Management, XIM University, has been ranked 1st among the top 36 Private Universities by Times B School Ranking 2023.
• Xavier Institute of Management, XIM University, has been ranked 5th among the top 100 Management Institutes Overall by Times B School Ranking 2023.
• XIM University has been ranked 8th among India’s Best General Private University by India Today University Ranking 2023.

XIMB Courses

Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar offers four courses in management. These include MBA-BM, EMBA-BM, EPGDM-VIL and PhD. All except PGDM-VIL are offered in regular, full-time/part-time format at the campus.

More details about the courses are mentioned below:

XIMB Bhubaneswar Fee Details

The fee-related information about the courses offered at XIMB Bhubaneswar is mentioned below:

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XIMB Admission 2024

XIMB admission 2024 is ongoing for the MBA-BM and EMBA-BM courses. The admission process is conducted online through the official website. Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar offers admission to MBA- Business Management, EMBA- Business Management, EPGDM-VIL, and PhD courses.

Admissions are based on scores of CAT/XAT/GMAT/X-GMT/XIM Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT).

Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar Eligibility Criteria

XIMB Bhubaneswar has different eligibility criteria for each course offered at the institute. Given below are the eligibility criteria for the courses offered at the institute.

MBA-BM Eligibility

• The candidate must have a Graduate degree (minimum three-year duration) with at least 55% marks in any discipline.
• A valid XAT/CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT score.

EMBA-BM Eligibility

• The candidate must have a Graduate degree (minimum three-year duration) with at least 55% marks in any discipline.
• Valid XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT Scores are considered.

FPM Eligibility Criteria

• The candidate must have passed Post Graduation from a recognized university/college with 50% marks.
• A valid XAT/CAT/ GMAT/XIM Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT).

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Why Choose XIMB Bhubaneswar?

XIMB Bhubaneswar, established in 1987, has upheld its legacy of providing top-notch management education. The institute has consistently ranked among the top 5 private B-schools in the country. Xavier Institute of Management, XIM University, ranked 5th among the top Private MBA Institutions by Outlook – ICARE India MBA Rankings 2023. 

XIMB Academic Advantages

One may choose Xavier's Institute of Management, Bhubaneshwar, to pursue management courses for the following reasons:

• Unique Curriculum and Pedagogy

All the courses at XIMB have a globally accepted and industry-aligned curriculum. XIMB imparts the course curriculum through case studies and live projects, which aids in knowledge retention and practical application.

• International Student Exchange

XIMB has a student exchange program under which students from XIMB are sent to European universities. Similarly, students from Europe visit XIMB and undergo coursework along with the MBA Students at the institute. For the work done in different places, the students get credit transfers. 

XIMB students have done their exchange Program courses in EUROMED Marseille Institute of Management, IESEG School of Management, REIMS Management School, Warsaw School of Economics, and University of Antwerp, among others.

• Accreditation

The MBA-BM at XIMB has been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). It has also been awarded certification from the South Asian Quality Assurance System (SAQS) for management education by the Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA). The institute is also a member of AACSB and was awarded CRISIL Grading National A***.

• Highly Qualified and Experienced Faculty

XIMB Faculty is a healthy blend of academicians, policymakers, administrators, and managers. There are more than 140 full-time faculty members at XIM University, apart from a big pool of eminent part-time and visiting faculty from academia and industry. The faculty members are drawn from top Indian and Global institutes and are research-focused.

Most of the faculty members have doctoral degrees or are pursuing the same. They have rich industry experience as well. The faculty of XIMB has authored monographs and books published by Cengage, Macmillan, McGraw Hill, Oxford, Pearson, and other top publishers. 

• Access to Digital Study Resources

The institute offers access to multiple e-databases like EBSCO Business Source Complete, ProQuest, ELSEVIER, JSTOR, ISI Emerging Markets, CMIE, ACM Digital Library, and IEEE Computer Society at the library. They also get remote access to digital libraries that improve the learning experience.

XIMB Infrastructure

XIMB has a 75-acre campus in Bhubaneswar. The campus has top-notch infrastructure facilities for students that ensure proper learning and holistic development. The campus is Wi-Fi enabled and sustainable in nature, making it a "green campus".

The facilities available at the institute include:

• Classrooms
• Auditorium
• Seminar Halls
• Gym
• Medical Centre
• Cafeteria
• Sports Facilities

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XIMB Bhubaneswar Placements

XIMB placements 2023 concluded with a 100% placement rate. The placement cell at the institute organizes summer placements and final-year placements for management students. In 2023, 356 students were placed, and a record-breaking 110 PPOs were offered to the students. Of the maximum placements, 29% were made in the Consulting stream, followed by 27% in Finance.

The key highlights of the 2023 placement drive are mentioned below:

• The highest package offered was INR 71.50 LPA
• The average package offered was INR 20.03 LPA.
• The median package offered was INR 19.25 LPA.

XIMB Top Recruiters

This year recorded the participation of 71 recruiters, including 26 new recruiters. The recruiters offered roles in BFSI, IT, FMCG and Manufacturing. Some of the XIMB top recruiters include:

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XIMB Scholarships

Xavier's Institute of Management offers scholarships applicable only to UG students based on merit and caste. That means both deserving students and aspirants from backward classes are offered scholarships. Some of the scholarships offered are as follows. 

• Merit Scholarship
• Scholarship for the SC, ST, EWS/Minority
• Meritorious Scholarship

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XIMB Collaborations

XIMB Bhubaneswar has international collaborations with many European universities to conduct its international student exchange program. These collaborations immensely benefit the students by providing exposure, experiential learning, and global learning opportunities.

Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar Faculty

XIMB has more than 140 full-time faculty members. The faculty members are research-focused and come from prestigious Indian and international institutions. The majority of the faculty members hold doctorates or are working toward them.

They also have extensive experience in the sector. Their articles have appeared in well-known international journals, including the European Journal of Operational Research and Finance. The faculty of XIMB has written books and monographs for Routledge (Routledge Environment and Sustainability), Earthscan (Routledge Environment and Sustainability), Indian Institute of Science, Cengage, Macmillan, McGraw Hill, Oxford, Pearson, PHI, and Palgrave Macmillan.

XIMB Alumni

XIMB Alumni Association Committee consists of members carrying out engagement activities with the institute's alumni, also called XIMBians. The macro goal of the alumni committee is to develop and maintain symbiotic relationships between the alumni of XIM University and their alma mater.

The XIMB alumni engagement activities include Sanidhya (Alumni Meets), homecoming events, regional alumni chapters, alumni connect sessions, and alumni interaction sessions for the students to interact with the alumni. Some of the XIMB alumni who have brought laurels to the institute are mentioned below: