XLRI 2026 GDPI Slot Booking Concludes Post-SOP Phase; Interviews Commenced Across Major Cities
Following the completion of the mandatory Statement of Purpose (SOP) submission phase, the slot booking window has officially concluded its initial "rush" phase, with the first interviews already underway as of February 15. For regular updates on interview experiences and panel trends, follow Only Education News.
XLRI – Xavier School of Management has successfully completed the major administrative hurdles of the 2026-28 admission cycle. Following the SOP submission deadline on February 4, the GDPI (Group Discussion & Personal Interview) slot booking portal went live, allowing thousands of shortlisted XAT 2026 candidates to secure their preferred interview dates. As of today, the selection process is in full swing, with the evaluation rounds scheduled to continue through March 20, 2026.
To stay updated on the waitlist movement and final admission offers expected in April, follow Only Education News.
XLRI Selection Process: The Final Stages
The journey from XAT score to final admission at XLRI Jamshedpur or Delhi-NCR involves a rigorous three-step assessment day. Candidates are evaluated on their collaborative intelligence and individual clarity of thought.
| Stage | Component | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | WAT (Written Analytical Test) | Writing ability & logical structure (20 mins) |
| Stage 2 | GD (Group Discussion) | Team dynamics & communication |
| Stage 3 | PI (Personal Interview) | Values, ethical alignment & career goals |
Key Guidelines for the GDPI Phase
Candidates currently booking or attending their slots should keep the following critical points in mind:
- Program Specificity: Candidates shortlisted for both the Business Management (BM) and Human Resource Management (HRM) programs must have booked separate interview slots for each.
- Interview Locations: The process is being held offline in cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Jamshedpur, and Bangalore. Candidates were required to select the same city for both programs if applying for both.
- The SOP Link: The panel has access to the SOP submitted during the first week of February. Aspirants are advised to ensure their interview responses remain consistent with their written statements.
Final Selection Weightage
The "Xavierite" profile is not determined by the entrance score alone. The final merit list is a composite calculation:
- XAT 2026 Score: 60%
- GD/PI Performance: 25%
- Academic Record: 10%
- Work Experience & Diversity: 5%
As candidates approach their interview dates, the focus should remain on current economic trends and the "Magis" philosophy of XLRI—the pursuit of the "more" or "greater good."
For a compilation of actual GD topics shared by students in the first three days of the 2026 cycle, follow Only Education News.