XIMB Bhubaneswar MBA: Admission 2026, Fees, Placements, Cutoff, Application Process

Established in 1987 under the Xavier University Bhubaneswar (XUB), the Xavier Institute of Management (XIMB) embodies Jesuit values of ethical leadership and social justice. Ranked in the top 50 B-schools by NIRF 2024 and AACSB-accredited, XIMB excels in blending rigorous academics with practical insights. Its MBA programs emphasize experiential learning via live projects, global exchanges, and industry ties. With over 12,000 alumni in leadership roles worldwide, XIMB fosters innovation and integrity. 

MBA Programs Offered at XIMB

XIMB offers specialized two-year full-time MBA (PGDM equivalent) programs under XIM University, focusing on contemporary business challenges:

• MBA in Business Management (MBA-BM): Flagship program in core areas like finance, marketing, and strategy; 120-150 seats.
• MBA in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM): Talent management, OD, and analytics; 60 seats.
• MBA in Rural Management (MBA-RM): Agribusiness, development finance; 60 seats.
• MBA in Sustainability Management (MBA-SM): ESG, green operations.
• MBA in Urban Management & Governance (MBA-UMG): Smart cities, policy.
• MBA in Business Innovation & AI (MBA-BI&AI): Tech-driven strategy.
• Executive MBA (EMBA-BM): One-year modular for professionals with 5+ years experience; 60 seats.

Programs feature 66 core credits, electives, summer projects, and practitioner sessions. Explore details on  XIMB Courses.

Eligibility Criteria for XIMB MBA

Eligibility for 2026 admissions:

• Academic: Bachelor's degree (3+ years) with 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); final-year students eligible if completing by June 15, 2026.
• Entrance Exams: XAT 2026, CAT 2025, GMAT (2023-2026), X-GMT 2026, NMAT 2025.
• Work Experience: Optional for full-time MBAs; required 5 years for EMBA.

Diversity in gender, academics, and background prioritized. See XIMB Admissions.

XIMB MBA Admission Process 2026

XIMB MBA admission 2026 is ongoing and the last date to apply is December 10, 2025. XIMB follows a merit-driven admission process :

1. Apply Online: Submit scores, transcripts, SOP via apply.xim.edu.in; fee INR 2,000.
2. Shortlisting: Based on exam scores, academics, work ex, diversity.
3. GD/PI/WAT: Online/offline assessment.
4. Final Merit: Exam (60%), GD/PI/WAT (25%), profile (15%).

Timeline (2026 Batch)

• Applications Open: September 2025 (ongoing as of Oct 1, 2025)
• Deadline: December 10, 2025
• Shortlists: January 2026
• Interviews: February-March 2026
• Offers: April-May 2026
• Program Start: July 2026

Download PG Admission Bulletin 2025 for full details or check  XIMB MBA Admission Process.

XIMB MBA Cutoff 2026 (Expected)

Cutoffs vary by year, category, domicile. Expected for MBA-BM (General, non-Odisha):

2025 interview cutoffs announced; Odisha domicile: 5-10% lower. Use official shortlist tool. Reference XIMB Cutoffs.

Fees & Expenses for XIMB MBA 2026

Competitive structure for 2026-28 batch (MBA-BM):

• Other MBAs (HRM/RM/SM/UMG/BI&AI): ~INR 23,00,000 total.
• EMBA: INR 12,50,000.
• Hostel + Mess: INR 2,00,000-2,50,000/year (AC twin-sharing).
• Caution Deposit: INR 10,000 (refundable).
• International: USD 30,000-35,000.

Placements at XIMB: 2025 Highlights

100% placement for MBA 2025 batch (372 students, 101 recruiters):

• Highest Package: INR 32.8 LPA
• Average Package: INR 18.53 LPA
• Median Package: INR 17.82 LPA
• Top 10% Average: INR 28+ LPA

Sectors: Consulting (30%), BFSI (20%), FMCG (15%), IT (23%). Top Recruiters: McKinsey, Deloitte, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, ICICI, Tata Steel, Accenture, HUL. Summer Internships: 100% placed, avg stipend INR 1.2L (highest 3.6L). View XIMB Placement Report.

Campus & Student Life at XIMB Bhubaneswar

On a 75-acre eco-friendly campus in Bhubaneswar (IT/education hub):

• Facilities: AC hostels (1,000+ capacity, Wi-Fi, laundry), library (50,000+ resources), sports complex, innovation labs, dining halls.
• Student Life: 20+ clubs (e.g., Finance Forum, Enactus, X-Kul arts), fests like Xpressions, Xansad; 30% women, pan-India diversity, international exchanges.
• Perks: Yoga, outreach (X-Enable), proximity to airports/beaches.

Details on XIMB Campus Life.

Scholarships & Financial Assistance at XIMB

Merit and need-based aid (~20% students):

• Merit Scholarships: Up to 50% tuition for 90+ percentile scorers; renewable on CGPA.
• Category-Based: For SC/ST/EWS/Minority (30% waiver); Xavier Merit-cum-Need (up to INR 5L).
• Loans: Tie-ups with SBI, HDFC for 100% coverage.
• External: Govt schemes.

Apply post-admission with proofs. More at  XIMB Scholarships.

How to Apply for XIMB MBA 2026

1. Go to apply.xim.edu.in, select program.
2. Register, upload docs (marksheets, scorecard, photo, SOP, recos).
3. Pay INR 2,000; submit by Dec 10, 2025.

Track on portal; contact admissions@ximb.edu.in. Guide on XIMB Apply or GetMyUni Form.