Institute Overview
XLRI Xavier School of Management is one of India's oldest and most prestigious business schools. Founded in 1949 by Jesuit Fathers, XLRI has a rich legacy of developing business leaders with a strong emphasis on ethics and social responsibility. The institute is renowned for its excellence in Human Resources and Business Management education.
#1
Private B-School India
1949
Established
1,200+
Students
85+
Faculty Members
Key Highlights
- First business school in India to offer Human Resources Management program
- Accredited by AACSB and AMBA
- 40-acre lush green campus in Jamshedpur
- Strong industry-academia interface with 200+ corporate partners
- 100% placement record for over two decades
- Pioneer in Social Entrepreneurship programs
- Strong alumni network of 15,000+ professionals globally
Recognition & Accreditations
- AACSB Accreditation (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)
- AMBA Accreditation (Association of MBAs)
- NIRF Ranking 2024: #4 in Management
- CRISIL AAA Rating for PGDM Programs
- Recognized by UGC as Category I Institution
Programs Offered
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
Duration: 2 years, Full-time
Seats: 360
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks
Entrance: XAT/GMAT
Flagship business management program with specializations
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management (PGDM-HRM)
Duration: 2 years, Full-time
Seats: 120
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks
Entrance: XAT/GMAT
India's premier HR management program
Post Graduate Diploma in General Management (PGDM-GM)
Duration: 15 months, Full-time
Seats: 60
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience
Entrance: XAT/GMAT
For experienced professionals
Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
Duration: 4-5 years, Full-time
Seats: 15
Eligibility: Master's degree or equivalent
Entrance: XAT/GMAT/UGC-NET
Doctoral program for academic careers
Executive Diploma Programs
Duration: 1 year, Part-time
Seats: Varies
Eligibility: Working professionals
Locations: Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata
Various management specializations
Online Certificate Programs
Duration: 6-12 months
Mode: Online
Eligibility: Graduates
Platform: XLRI Online
Management development programs
Admission Process
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration with 50% marks
- Valid XAT or GMAT score (CAT accepted for some programs)
- For PGDM-GM: Minimum 5 years of managerial experience
- Final year students can apply
- No age limit for any program
Selection Process
- XAT/GMAT/CAT Examination
- Shortlisting based on entrance scores and academic profile
- Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI)
- Written Ability Test (WAT) for some programs
- Final selection based on composite score:
- Entrance Exam: 60%
- GD/PI: 25%
- Academic Profile: 10%
- Work Experience: 5%
Important Dates for 2025 Admission
| Event | Date | Programs |
|---|---|---|
| XAT 2025 Examination | January 5, 2025 | All PGDM Programs |
| Application Deadline | December 10, 2024 | PGDM, PGDM-HRM |
| Shortlist Announcement | January 25, 2025 | All Programs |
| GD-PI Process | February-March 2025 | All Programs |
| Final Offer | April 2025 | All Programs |
Application Fees
| Program | Application Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| PGDM / PGDM-HRM | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| PGDM-GM | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| FPM | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
Fees & Scholarships
Program Fees (2025-26)
| Program | Total Fees | Installment Details | Hostel & Mess |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGDM | ₹28.50 Lakhs | ₹7.12 Lakhs per semester | ₹2.5 Lakhs/year |
| PGDM-HRM | ₹28.50 Lakhs | ₹7.12 Lakhs per semester | ₹2.5 Lakhs/year |
| PGDM-GM | ₹24.00 Lakhs | Full payment at admission | Optional |
| FPM | Fully Funded | Stipend: ₹40,000/month | Free accommodation |
Merit-Based Scholarships
- Fr. McGrath Merit Scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver for top 5 students
- Director's Merit List: 50% tuition fee waiver for top 10% of batch
- XAT Toppers Scholarship: ₹2 Lakhs for top 100 XAT rank holders
- Women Leadership Scholarship: 25% fee waiver for outstanding female candidates
Need-Based Scholarships
- XLRI Financial Aid: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver based on family income
- Corporate Scholarships: Various industry-sponsored scholarships
- Government Scholarships: For SC/ST/OBC students as per government norms
Education Loans
XLRI has tie-ups with leading banks (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis) for education loans at preferential interest rates. Loans cover up to 100% of tuition fees and living expenses with moratorium period during the program.
Placement Statistics
₹32.7 LPA
Average Package
₹1.2 CPA
Highest Package
100%
Placement Rate
120+
Recruiting Companies
Sector-wise Placement (2024)
| Sector | Percentage | Average Package | Top Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consulting | 28% | ₹34.2 LPA | Strategy, Operations, IT Consulting |
| Finance | 25% | ₹36.8 LPA | Investment Banking, Equity Research |
| Sales & Marketing | 22% | ₹29.5 LPA | Brand Management, Digital Marketing |
| Human Resources | 15% | ₹27.3 LPA | HR Business Partner, Talent Acquisition |
| Operations & IT | 10% | ₹30.1 LPA | Product Management, Supply Chain |
Top Recruiters
Consulting
McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, Accenture Strategy
Finance
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, HSBC, HDFC, ICICI, Axis Bank
FMCG & Retail
HUL, P&G, ITC, Nestle, Coca-Cola, Amazon, Flipkart
Technology
Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Adobe, IBM, Intel, Cisco, Oracle
Summer Internship Statistics
| Metric | PGDM | PGDM-HRM |
|---|---|---|
| Average Stipend | ₹2.5 Lakhs | ₹2.2 Lakhs |
| Highest Stipend | ₹4.0 Lakhs | ₹3.5 Lakhs |
| PPO Conversion Rate | 75% | 70% |