XIM University MBA 2027-29 Admission Open; Check Last Date, XGMT Date

XIM University, Bhubaneswar, has opened applications for its MBA programmes for the 2027-29 academic session. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the university's official admission portal at apply.xim.edu.in. The last date to submit the application form is December 15, 2026. The university's XGMT 2027, or XIM General Management Test, is scheduled for January 17, 2027, from 2 PM to 4 PM. Candidates can apply through XGMT or use other accepted entrance tests, depending on the MBA programme they select. For the 2027 admission cycle, the university's current application portal lists MBA in Business Management, MBA in Human Resource Management, MBA in Rural Management and MBA in Sustainability Management among its two-year MBA programmes. Other management programmes, including MBA in Urban Management & Governance and MBA in Public Policy & Management, are also listed separately on the admissions portal.

XIM University MBA 2027-29: Key Details

XIM University MBA 2027 Entrance Exams

• XIM University accepts different entrance tests depending on the programme.
• For MBA-Business Management, candidates can apply through XAT 2027, CAT 2026, GMAT 2025/26 or XGMT 2027.
• MBA-HRM, MBA-RM and MBA-SM also accept NMAT 2026 along with XAT, CAT, GMAT and XGMT.

Candidates applying through XAT, CAT, GMAT or NMAT must register for the respective examination separately. XGMT is different because candidates do not need to submit a separate XGMT application. They can select XGMT while completing the XIM University application form. The XGMT 2027 examination will be conducted on January 17, 2027, from 2 PM to 4 PM. The university has listed multiple XGMT test cities, including Bhubaneswar, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Ranchi and Rourkela.

XIM University MBA Eligibility Criteria 2027

Candidates applying for the regular MBA programmes must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 55% aggregate marks. The bachelor's degree must have a minimum duration of three years or an equivalent qualification. Final-year bachelor's degree students can also apply. They must complete their final degree examinations and other requirements within the timeline prescribed by XIM University. Work experience is not mandatory for the regular MBA programmes. Candidates should check the programme-specific admission instructions before submitting the application, as accepted entrance tests and certain provisions may differ between programmes.

MBA Programmes Available at XIM University

The current 2027 application portal lists the following two-year MBA programmes:

The current official 2027 application portal does not list Global MBA among the programmes available through the present application cycle. Candidates should therefore refer to the official portal for the latest programme list before applying.

XIM University MBA Application Fee 2027

XIM University currently lists the following application charges:

The university states that the application fee is non-refundable. Candidates can use the common application form to apply for multiple eligible MBA, EMBA and MMS-BF programmes and/or multiple test options.

XIM University MBA 2027 Selection Process

Candidates are first shortlisted based on their performance in the applicable admission test.

Shortlisted candidates may then be called for the subsequent selection process, which includes:

• Group Discussion (GD)
• Writing Ability Test (WAT)
• Personal Interview (PI)

The university states that final selection considers performance in the applicable entrance examination and the selection process, along with past academic records and relevant work experience. The detailed modalities of shortlisting and selection are communicated to candidates through the university website and/or email.

How to Apply for XIM University MBA 2027-29

Candidates can complete the application process online through the official XIM University application portal.

1. Visit apply.xim.edu.in.
2. Register under the New User section and create the XU ID/login credentials.
3. Log in and enter personal and academic details.
4. Select the MBA programme or programmes for which you are eligible.
5. Select the applicable entrance test options.
6. Enter the required examination details.
7. Complete the Statement of Purpose where required.
8. Upload the prescribed photograph and signature.
9. Pay the applicable application fee.
10. Review the information carefully and submit the form.

Candidates applying through XGMT do not need to complete a separate XGMT registration form. Selecting XGMT in the XIM University application automatically registers them for the university's January 17, 2027 examination.

Documents and Details to Keep Ready

Candidates should keep the following information and digital documents ready while filling out the application:

1. Bachelor's degree or academic records
2. Class 10 and Class 12 academic details
3. Entrance examination details, wherever applicable
4. Recent photograph
5. Signature
6. Work experience details, if applicable
7. Statement of Purpose, wherever required

The university specifies photograph and signature file-format and size requirements in its programme-wise application instructions. Candidates should follow those specifications before uploading the files.

Important Points for XIM University MBA Applicants

Candidates should complete registration for XAT, CAT, GMAT or NMAT separately wherever the selected programme requires one of these examinations. XGMT applicants do not need a separate XGMT form. They can select XGMT in the XIM University application and pay the applicable XGMT fee. Candidates can apply for multiple eligible programmes through the common application form. However, eligibility and accepted entrance tests should be checked separately for each programme. The last date to submit the current application is December 15, 2026. Candidates should avoid waiting until the final day to complete payment and submission.

XIM University MBA 2027-29: Important Dates

Candidates should regularly check the official XIM University website and application portal for subsequent shortlist, interview and admission updates.