Question 1

Does XLRI accept CAT scores?

Accepted Answer

No, XLRI accepts XAT scores for admission into its PGDM courses.

Question 2

How much XAT score is required for XLRI?

Accepted Answer

The XAT cut-off for XLRI is between 88 - 96 percentile depending upon the student's background and the course they are opting for.For the HRM program, the overall cut-off for male engineering candidates is 95 percentile while that for female engineering students is 90 percentile. Male applicants from a non-engineering background require a 93 percentile and women from a non-engineering background must have an 88 percentile.Similarly, for the BM program, the overall cut-off for male engineering candidates is 96 percentile while that for female engineering students is 91 percentile. Male applicants from a non-engineering background require a 95 percentile and women from a non-engineering background must have a 90 percentile.

Question 3

What is the fee for XLRI?

Accepted Answer

The fee for XLRI PGDM HRM and PGDM BM is INR 28,60,000.

Question 4

Does XLRI prefer non-engineers?

Accepted Answer

XLRI accepts both engineers and non-engineers for its PGDM courses.

Question 5

Can I get direct admission in XLRI Jamshedpur?

Accepted Answer

For the PGDM HRM and BM, the candidates will have to appear for XAT. There’s no direct admission to XLRI Jamshedpur. Additionally, for PGDM-GM, the institute also accepts GMAT and GRE.

Question 6

Is there 100% placement in XLRI?

Accepted Answer

In the 2024 placement, XLRI had a 100% placement rate. The total of 503 of PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) students received a total of 519 domestic offers and 1 international offers.

Question 7

What is the XLRI highest salary package?

Accepted Answer

XLRI’s highest package stood at INR 75 LPA for PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) and INR 80.35 LPA for PGDM (GM) program.

Question 8

How many seats are there in XLRI?

Accepted Answer

The intake for PGDM BM and HR is 600 and for Ex-PGDM, it is 120.

Question 9

What is the age limit for XLRI?

Accepted Answer

XLRI does not have any specific age limit for admission into any of the courses.

Question 10

Are 12th marks important for XLRI?

Accepted Answer

12th marks are considered while preparing the final merit list for XLRI admissions.

Question 11

Which airport is close to XLRI?

Accepted Answer

The Ranchi airport is closest to XLRI. It takes around 2.5 hours to reach Ranchi airport by Road from XLRI.

Question 12

How is a typical day for the PGDM-IEV students at XLRI?

Accepted Answer

Students attend 2 - 3 sessions a day for 120 minutes, 5 days in a week. They also engage in group projects, career counseling meetings, industry practicums, and extracurricular activities throughout the week.

Question 13

Is XAT required for XLRI PGDM-IEV admission?

Accepted Answer

No, XAT is not required for PGDM-IEV admission. However, those who have taken XAT need not pay additional application fees.

Question 14

Is XLRI PGDM-IEV an online program?

Accepted Answer

No, PGDM-IEV offered by XLRI is a full-time offline program, which will be fully residential.

Question 15

Will I have to start an enterprise during my PGDM-IEV program at XLRI?

Accepted Answer

PGDM-IEV is designed for those who are interested in starting an enterprise. The students are highly encouraged to start one while in the program, but it is not compulsory.

Question 16

Is PGDM-IEV beneficial for those belonging to a family business?

Accepted Answer

Yes. PGDM-IEV also has a ‘Family Business’ Track, specifically for those who come from family businesses.

Question 17

How is the PGDM-IEV curriculum at XLRI?

Accepted Answer

The curriculum is based on the regular PGDM curriculum for business management but has been contextualized for startups. The core courses will cover all aspects of business fundamentals needed to run a business, and electives will help you focus on your specific learning needs. A large part of the course is designed around experiential learning, where you get an opportunity to validate and internalize your learning by applying it in the real world.

Question 18

How will the PGDM-IEV program be beneficial in expanding the professional network?

Accepted Answer

The PGDM-IEV students will be a part of the Alumni community of XLRI and will receive invites to exclusive events, meets, and conferences. During the course of the program, they will cross paths with several industry experts, entrepreneurs, angel investors, and others. They will also be taking part in events, demo days, and meetups where they will find opportunities to expand their professional networks.

Question 19

Does XLRI provide financial support to FPM students?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all the FPM students receive financial support from XLRI. The Financial aid offered to the FPM students includes the following:Fellowship- INR 45,000 per month during the 1st and 2nd years, and INR 50,000 per month for the next two years.Hostel Fee- Waived-offContingency Grant- INR 30,000 per annum for 4 years.Conference Presentation- INR 2,50,000Total Collection Grant- INR 50,000 total for the 3rd and 4th years

Question 20

What are the exams accepted by XLRI for FPM admission?

Accepted Answer

The exams accepted by XLRI for FPM admissions are XAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/ UGC-JRF/ NET.

Question 21

What is the specialization offered in FPM by XLRI?

Accepted Answer

The FPM specializations offered by XLRI are as follows:EconomicsFinanceGeneral ManagementHuman Resource ManagementInformation SystemsMarketingOrganizational BehaviorProduction Operations & Decision ScienceStrategic Management

Question 22

How are PGDM-GM placements at XLRI?

Accepted Answer

In the 2024 placement, the PGDM-GM batch showed a 100% placement rate, where 108 students appeared for interviews and 103 of them received job offers. The highest package offered was INR 80.35 LPA and the median package offered was INR 27.50 LPA.

Question 23

How is XLRI Campus?

Accepted Answer

XLRI offers a beautiful campus, situated beside the Swarnrekha River. The XLRI campus has a new hostel for first-year students, an old hostel for second-year students, and a GMP building of 4 blocks for GMP students and other certificate and Ph.D. students. There are also accommodation facilities for the faculty members. There is 2 academic building, one old and one new. There is an international building and a management building, and a huge library. The XLRI Jamshedpur programs are unique and have all the facilities on-campus required to clearly understand the course.

Question 24

How many campuses does XLRI have?

Accepted Answer

XLRI has two campuses now, the main campus is in Jamshedpur and the other is in New Delhi.

Question 25

What are the courses offered by XLRI?

Accepted Answer

XLRI offers various PG, doctorate, and certificate programs in the field of management. Some of the major XLRI Jamshedpur courses offered are:PGDM-HRMPGDM-BMPGDM-GMPGDM-IEVFPMExecutive FPM

Question 26

Will I have to submit a different application for XAT and XLRI courses?

Accepted Answer

No, the candidates can apply for both the XAT and XLRI through the XAT application or through the XLRI application.

Question 27

What is the application fee for XAT?

Accepted Answer

The XAT Jamshedpur application fee is INR 2,100.

Question 28

How are candidates selected for the XLRI PGDM program?

Accepted Answer

The candidates are selected based on their performance in XAT/ GMAT/ GRE, followed by a personal interview. The final admission also depends on other factors like relevant work experience, academic background, and extracurricular activities.

Question 29

Can I get XLRI with poor academics?

Accepted Answer

It is not just the academic record or XAT percentile that matters for XLRI's admission process. Instead, it is the overall profile of the student that matters.

Question 30

How is the PGDM-HRM program at XLRI?

Accepted Answer

Xavier Labour Relations Institute Jamshedpur PGDHRM is a 2-year full-time program covering study areas such as Human Resource Planning, Human Resource Information Systems, Selection, Performance Management, Training and Development, Compensation Administration, and fostering harmonious employer-employee relationships in the framework of state regulations.

Question 31

Does XLRI offer hostel accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are two building blocks to accommodate students pursuing various courses at the college. The old campus is for second-year students and the new campus is for first-year students. They live in single occupancy rooms with all the basic amenities provided by the institution for healthy living.

Question 32

Does XLRI offer internships?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the institute offers Internships to students. Around 604 offers were made from top recruiters who visited the campus for Internships. The highest stipend offered was INR 3.5 lacs per month in the BFSI sector in 2024.

Question 33

What is the difference between XLRI HR courses and BM courses?

Accepted Answer

The BM course is a regular Program that is relatively new and is evolving and constantly being updated to be in tune with emerging trends. It is designed to give input on all the functions of management. It is like a regular MBA program. Whereas, the XLRI HR course is the oldest and the most prestigious of the Institute's teaching programs. The major thrust areas are Human Resource Planning, Human Resource Information Systems, Selection, Performance Management, etc. Hence, HRM should be taken up by only those who are genuinely interested in making a career in the HR domain.

Question 34

Is there any financial assistance available for XLRI students?

Accepted Answer

There are several scholarships that are given to students like the Kalyan Ganguly XEF Scholarship (Merit-cum-Need ) worth INR 1,00,000, the Vasantha Sankaran Scholarship to students of BM-II worth INR 1,00,000, the Alumni Scholarship to students of HRM-II, BM-II worth INR 1,50,000, etc

Question 35

Is XLRI owned by TATA?

Accepted Answer

XLRI is a private business school sponsored by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). Jamshedpur Business School is the oldest business school in India, having been established in 1949.

Question 36

How is life at XLRI?

Accepted Answer

Life at the XLRI campus is pretty good.It has a brilliant faculty pool. You might have to fight to get some electives offered by a few professors. The in-lecture cases can be a bit outdated at times but they provide relevant learning.The infrastructure of the institute is pretty good. There are several sports facilities inside the campus. The senior and junior hostels are located on the opposite side of the campus. This keeps the two batches kind of separated.XLRI placement doesn’t need much discussion. Most people join the institute because of its amazing placement record. The 2024 batch got an average CTC of INR 29.89 LPA for PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) and INR 29.4 LPA for PGDM (GM).Different committees organize several on-campus events throughout the year.The campus isn’t too big in size. Some of the areas of the campus are pretty well-maintained. You will love taking casual strolls through the campus.You will get to meet talented peers on campus and learn from them.XLRI doesn’t impose any kind of lifestyle on students. If you want to earn extra credits and participate in case competitions, you will get many such chances. If you want to relax and hang out with friends, you are free to do that.

Question 37

What is the XAT 2025 exam pattern?

Accepted Answer

There has been minor changes in the exam pattern for the current year. Details are listed below:CategoryPart 1Verbal Ability and Logical ReasoningDecision MakingQuantitative Aptitude and Data InterpretationNo. of questions262128Duration170 minsQuestion TypesThe section comprises of critical & analytical reasoning, reading comprehensions (including poems & passages), vocabulary, basic English grammar, and other related exercises such as para jumbles and cloze tests.The DM section will include present scenarios drawn from both personal and professional lives.Candidates will be required to apply critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and prioritization to make informed decisions.The questions in the QA section are primarily formulated around 10thstandard Mathematics. The emphasis is on application-oriented problems. The questions on DI are about clear interpretation, summarizationand insightful analysis of the data.CategoryPart 2General KnowledgeNo. of questions20Duration10 minsQuestion TypesIn the GK section, 8 questions will focus on static GK, and 12 question will delve into current affairs.Note(s):General Knowledge (GK) Score: The score from the General Knowledge (GK) section will be exclusively utilized by XLRI Jamshedpur for its final selection process.Analytical Essay Writing (AEW): For the year 2025, the Analytical Essay Writing (AEW) will be administered during the Group Discussion & Personal Interview (GD / PI) processes.

Question 38

Can I get scholarships in XLRI?

Accepted Answer

Yes, XLRI offers 24 different scholarships sponsored by various organizations.

Question 39

What are the eligibility criteria to get XLRI scholarships?

Accepted Answer

XLRI scholarships are usually merit based & merit cum need based.

Category	Details
Institute Name	XLRI,Jamshedpur
location	Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
institution type	private
major programs	Post Graduate Diplomas in Business Management (PGDM BM) and Human Resource Management (PGDM HRM). ble Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management & Logistics (PGDM & MS).
Learning Mode	on-campus and online learning
Admission Criteria	Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) or GMAT/GRE
Application Process	online
Placement and Internship Support	yes
Teaching Pedagogies Includes	traditional classroom learning, case studies, simulations, group projects, and experiential learning opportunities
College Facilities Includes	academic, residential, sports, and recreational amenities.
Official Website	https://xlri.ac.in/

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