XIMB Bhubaneswar cutoff 2026 will be released soon. The expected XIMB cutoff for CAT is around 90-92 percentile, XAT around 90-93, and GMAT around 550 (based on past years). Final cutoff varies yearly depending on applicants, exam difficulty, and seats. Official cutoffs are not always released by XIMB—hence approximate trends are provided here from reliable MBA admission analyses.
XIMB Bhubaneswar Expected Cutoff 2026 (Expected)
XIMB Bhubaneswar accepts scores from CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, and CMAT for its flagship PGDM (MBA equivalent) programs like MBA-BM. These expected cutoffs are for the general category and apply to overall percentiles unless specified. Note: XIMB applies sectional cutoffs for CAT and XAT (typically 70-80% of overall in VARC, DILR, QA), but exact figures aren’t released—aim for balanced scores across sections.
| Exam | Expected Overall Cutoff (Percentile/Score) |
|---|---|
| CAT | 90-92 percentile |
| XAT | 90-93 percentile |
| GMAT | 550 score |
| NMAT | 90+ percentile (or 220 score) |
| CMAT | 90 percentile |
XIMB Bhubaneswar Previous Year Cutoff Trends
XIMB Bhubaneswar cutoffs have remained stable around 90+ percentile, with minor fluctuations. XAT cutoffs are often slightly higher than CAT due to a more targeted applicant pool from Xavier affiliates. Here’s a year-on-year comparison for general category (overall percentile; varies by gender/domicile/academics background by 1-2 points).
| Year | CAT Cutoff | XAT Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 91 | 91 |
| 2024 | 91 | 91 |
| 2023 | 90 | 90 |
Factors Affecting XIMB Cutoff
- Difficulty of Entrance Exams: Tougher CAT/XAT papers lower cutoffs (e.g., 2022’s easier XAT pushed it to 94).
- Number of Applicants: Rising applications (20% YoY) keep cutoffs high.
- Seat Intake: Fixed at ~120-180 for core PGDM programs; expansions could ease pressure.
- Diversity Quotas: Academic (eng/non-eng) and gender balancing adjusts category-wise thresholds.
XIMB Admission Process & Shortlisting Criteria
XIMB’s process for MBA 2026 is multi-stage:
- Application: Submit scores from CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT/CMAT (valid 2023-2026) + academics/work exp details.
- Shortlisting: Based on exam cutoff (55-60% weightage).
- WAT/GD/PI: Online/offline rounds assessing communication and aptitude (25-30% weightage).
- Final Merit List: Composite score: Exam (55%), WAT/GD/PI (25%), Academics (10%), Work Experience (10%).
Cutoff is just the entry gate—strong GD/PI can elevate borderline profiles. XIMB emphasizes diversity, so work exp (avg. 18 months) adds value.
How to Prepare if You’re Near the Cutoff Range
Scoring 85-89? Don’t panic—XIMB values balanced profiles:
- Retake Exams: Target CAT/XAT retakes for 2026; focus on weak sections (e.g., QA for engineers).
- Sectional Scores: Practice mocks to hit 75+ in each CAT section.
- Profile Building: Highlight 1-2 years work exp, extracurriculars, or certifications to boost composite score.
Explore XIMB’s official admission guidelines for program-specific tips
