XIME Bangalore: Admission 2027, Courses, Placements and Rankings

Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME) Bangalore was established in 1991 by Prof. J. Philip, former Director of IIM Bangalore and former Dean of XLRI Jamshedpur, in collaboration with notable academicians and professionals. The institute has strengthened its presence with residential campuses in Bangalore, Chennai, and Kochi. XIME is accredited by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and holds prestigious accreditations, including NAAC 'A++', NBA, and ACBSP.

XIME Bangalore offers PGDM, PGDM BM, and PhD degrees with specializations in Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, and Business Analytics. The total fee for the PGDM programme is INR 13,90,000 while the fees for PhD degree is INR 2,00,000 for the full-time course and INR 4,00,000 for part-time course. XIME Bangalore admissions are based on the candidate's performance in academics, entrance exams, GD & PI, work experience, and diversity. The eligibility criteria for the PGDM programme are a minimum of 50% marks in a bachelor's degree with scores of CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT or ATMA.

XIME ranks among top B-schools in India by IIRF in 2026. It occupies 21st position in BestB-Schools (Pvt.) for PGDM General and 27th position in Best B-Schools (Pvt.) Overall by IIRF Rankings. XIME Bangalore also demonstrates strong placement outcomes with the highest salary package of INR 24 LPA in 2025 placements. Some of the top recruiters that participated in the 2025 XIME Bangalore placement were TCS, Infosys, Wipro, KPMG, Lattice, Accenture, Aditya Birla Capital, Alstom, Altair, etc.

XIME Bangalore Highlights 2027

XIME Bangalore Courses and Fees 2027

XIME Bangalore courses include 2-year PGDM, PGDM-BA and PhD degrees. The PGDM programme requires a minimum of 50% marks in a bachelor's degree for admission, while a PhD degree requires 55% marks in a master's or equivalent qualification. The XIME Bangalore fees for the PGDM programme are paid in 6 installments throughout the duration, with the first-year fees being INR 7,20,000 and the second-year fees being INR 6,70,000. The following table gives an overview of XIME Bangalore courses and fees along with eligibility criteria and accepted exams.

XIME Bangalore Admission Process 2027

The XIME Bangalore admission starts in November every year for PGDM, PGDM BM, and PhD. The admission process involves the following steps as mentioned below.

• Apply online by visiting the official admission page of XIME Bangalore at https://xime.org/admission.
• Pay the application fee of INR 2,000.
• Appear in the national-level entrance exam.
• Candidates qualifying for the minimum eligibility requirements and entrance are shortlisted for GD & PI.
• The institute will send admission offers to the candidates based on academics, entrance exams, work experience, extracurriculars, GD & PI and diversity.
• Selected students must pay an admission fee to confirm their admission.

XIME Bangalore Admission Dates 2027

Applicants seeking admissions at XIME Bangalore must adhere to the following exam dates before applying.

XIME Bangalore Cutoff 2026

XIME Bangalore cutoffs for 2026 are not published yet, as registration is still ongoing for many national-level exams. Tabulated below are the exam-wise cutoff marks for XIME Bangalore based on previous year's admissions.

XIME Bangalore Placements 2026

XIME Bangalore placement 2026 has not been released by the official website yet. However, based on the 2025 placement report, the highest package of XIME Bangalore is INR 24 LPA, and the average package is INR 10.6 LPA for PGDM and INR 11.2 LPA for PGDM-BA. Top companies such as TCS, Infosys, Wipro, KPMG, Lattice, Accenture, Aditya Birla Capital, Alstom, Altair, etc., participated in the placement drive, offering roles across consulting, analytics, finance, marketing, and operations. The consistent placement record of XIME Bangalore highlights its focus on practical learning, industry exposure, and leadership development.

Source: XIME Placement Highlights, Placement Page

XIME Bangalore Scholarships 2027

XIME Bangalore scholarships are awarded to support high performers in previous academics and entrance exams, along with those who demonstrate exceptional humanitarian spirit and social justice. For 2027-29 batch, XIME Bangalore will be giving more than 90 lakhs in scholarships. Check scholarships available at XIME Bangalore, including eligibility and purpose.

Source: XIME Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, Admission Page, Scholarships

XIME Bangalore Rankings 2026

XIME Bangalore Rankings for 2026 were reported to be exceptional. The institute ranks 21st for PGDM among B-schools and 27th among Best B-Schools (Pvt.) Overall in the IIRF Rankings2026. XIME Bangalore also ranks 21st for MBA among private colleges by Outlook-ICARE in 2026. Check more rankings of XIME Bangalore across various agencies in different categories below.

XIME Bangalore Campus and Infrastructure

XIME Bangalore Campus is the flagship campus of Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship. The campus has a total area of 5-5.25 acres, which is situated in the Electronics City Phase II, Bengaluru.

• Classrooms: AC classrooms equipped with smart boards, multimedia systems, and speakers. The classrooms typically have a seating capacity of 40 to 50 students.
• Library: The library has a collection of 20,000 volumes, e-journals, spaces for study, etc.
• Computer labs: High-tech computer labs equipped with more than 200 networked PCs, high-speed 100 Mbps internet, enterprise software, and a video-conferencing facility.
• Hostel and Dining: Separate hostels for girls and boys with room options from double to triple sharing. Most rooms are non-AC, but AC rooms are available with an extra tariff. The XIME Bangalore hostel fees range between INR 12,000 to INR 16,000 per month.
• Sports and Fitness: Space for both outdoor and indoor sports, including a large sports ground, basketball court, and indoor games area, along with a well-equipped gym.
• Auditoriums & Conference Halls: The campus houses a professional seminar hall and conference halls that host lectures, corporate dialogues, tech-enabled settings, and conclaves.

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