Xavier Institute of Development Action and Studies (XIDAS), Jabalpur, offers two full-time postgraduate diploma programmes. The programmes are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). PGDM in Management offers specialisations in Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Finance. The PGDM in Rural Management programme focuses on development-oriented management education.
Candidates must have completed a three or four-year bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates). They must also have valid scores in at least one national-level management entrance exam, such as CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA. Final year students may also apply provisionally, provided they meet the eligibility criteria at the time of admission. The total fee for the 2-year PGDM in Management programme is INR 5,32,860, whereas the PGDM in Rural Management has a fee of INR 2,85,690.
XIDAS Jabalpur Important Dates 2025
The complete schedule of XAT 2026 is mentioned below in tabular format:
Interview Schedule | To be announced soon |
Academic Session Begin Date | 1st week of July, 2025 (Tentatively) |
XIDAS Jabalpur Admission 2025
Candidates seeking admission must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST candidates). Final-year students can also apply if they are qualified by the time of enrollment. Moreover, applicants must also have secured valid scores in one of the following national-level entrance exams: CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA. Admission is based on the following criteria: academic record (30%), entrance test scores (35%), performance in a personal interview (20%), and extracurricular activities or minority status (15%). The fees for both programmes range between INR 5,32,860 and INR 2,85,690.
XAT 2026 Registration
- XLRI Jamshedpur has released the XAT 2026 application form on July 10, 2025. Registration can only be completed online—no offline option is available.
- To begin, candidates must first create XAT login credentials. The registration process is divided into three stages. Once logged in, applicants should complete the form with their personal, contact, and academic details.
- Candidates must upload correct documents, including a recent photograph and signature, to avoid form rejection.
- In case of errors, a correction window will be provided for making necessary changes.
- The last date to submit the XAT 2026 application form is likely December 5, 2025. After submission, it is advised to download and keep a printout of the form for future reference during the admission process.
- The registration fee for XAT 2026 is the same for all category candidates.
- An online facility is available to submit the fee.
- The application fee for all candidates is INR 2200.
- Online payment gateways such as Debit Cards (Rupay/ Visa / Master Card / Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets) is available.
The following table represents the application fee for various categories:
How to Apply for XAT 2026
A step-by-step procedure to fill the XAT 2026 form is given below:
- Visit the official XAT website (link provided above).
- Click on the “Register” button on the homepage.
- Begin registration by entering your basic details.
- After registration, you’ll receive login credentials.
- Use those credentials to log in to your account.
- Complete the application form with your personal, academic, and contact details.
- Choose your preferred XLRI programme and select any two test cities.
- Upload the required scanned documents in the specified format.
- Click on the “Submit” button to move to the payment section.
- Go to the “Payment” tab and select a suitable online payment method.
- Pay the application fee through the available gateways.
- Review all the filled information carefully.
- Click on “Final Submit” to complete the application process.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
XAT 2026 Required Documents List
- Signature
- Passport size photograph (Recent)
- Below are the dimensions and size of the required documents:
XIDAS Jabalpur Admission FAQs
What are the eligibility criteria for PGDM admission at Xavier Institute of Development Action and Studies?
Candidates must have a three- or four-year undergraduate degree with a minimum percentage of 50% (45% for SC/ST candidates) from a recognised university. Applicants in their final year can also apply for admission.
What entrance exams are accepted for PGDM programmes at Xavier Institute of Development Action and Studies?
XIDAS accepts scores from various entrance exams, including CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, and ATMA, for admission to its PGDM and PGDM-RM programmes.
What is the selection process for PGDM admission at Xavier Institute of Development Action and Studies?
The admission process depends on academic record, entrance exam scores, personal interview, and extracurricular status or minority status.
What is the total fee for PGDM and PGDM-RM at Xavier Institute of Development Action and Studies?
The total fee for PGDM in Management is INR 5,32,860, while the fee for PGDM in Rural Management is INR 2,85,690.
What documents are required for admission at Xavier Institute of Development Action and Studies?
Required documents include entrance exam scores, marksheet, transfer certificate, and caste/baptism certificate (if required), photos, and anti-ragging affidavit.