XLRI Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur Admissions

XLRI Jamshedpur: Admissions 2024

Latest updates: Registration for XAT 2024 is now open. The XAT exam is held every year in January and the examination date for the new batch is January 07, 2024. Registration to XLRI programs through GMAT/GRE is now open.  EDHRM admissions for the new batch 2024-25 are open. Admission is now open for the AICTE-approved PGCBM, and PGC-HRM programs.

About XLRI, Jamshedpur: XLRI Jamshedpur is the oldest B-School in India and was founded in 1949 to bring change to the economy and society at large. The institution always strives to be a management school with a difference. Its hallmark has been the pursuit of academic excellence and fostering the growth of the students. 

The courses that are offered are listed in the table below:

XLRI Jamshedpur: Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) Overview

• It is mandatory for applicants to take the XAT examination to apply for different programs at XLRI Jamshedpur. For foreign students, they can apply through XAT/GMAT/GRE scores (this may be different for different courses).
• A candidate can apply for multiple courses. Applicants who submit more than one application will then be called for multiple interviews or group discussions.
• There will be different components to the XAT online test, and you must perform well in each one of them.
• They take into account the applicant’s academic background and relevant work experience in addition to their results when preparing the short-listed candidates for the interview. 
• When creating the final list, they take into account not only how well the candidate performed in the individual interviews but also their XAT results, relevant work experience, academic background, and extracurricular activities

XLRI Jamshedpur Admission Process 2024

The admission process for different programs has different procedures. We will now discuss the process for admission to the programs offered which will include examination dates, interview dates, admission dates, etc.

Admission for PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM)

• Indian candidates can apply through XAT.
• NRI/Foreign candidates can apply through XAT and GMAT both.
• Candidates can submit their application by visiting the online portal on the official website. 

Important dates for admission are given in the table below:

All these dates can be changed if required. Candidates who have been shortlisted will be intimated by email with all the relevant information. It is recommended to keep checking the official website for any updates.

Admission for PGDM (GM)

• Candidates (Indian/NRI/Foreign) having a minimum of five years of work experience can apply through XAT/GMAT/GRE.
• Candidates can submit their application by visiting the online portal on the official website.

Important dates for admission are given in the table below

All these dates can be changed if required. Candidates who have been shortlisted will be intimated by email with all the relevant information. It is recommended to keep checking the official website for any updates.

Admission for PGDM-HRM 

In today’s era of AI and Machine learning, it is important to master the nuances of Human Resources since it is the heart and soul of an organization. This program helps train future leaders, tap human potential, and help shape the future of our economy. This program offers holistic development with a good understanding of other subjects like strategy, finance, marketing, IT, and operations management.

Admission for FPM

The Fellow Program in Management (FPM) offered by XLRI Jamshedpur is a full-time program that prepares aspiring scholars to work as faculty members in a variety of management disciplines as well as highly skilled and creative researchers and management thinkers. the main goal of the program is to prepare students for positions as instructors at prestigious management universities.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the FPM course is:

• A BE/B.Tech degree or its equivalent with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) obtained after completing higher secondary education (10+2), followed by at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree equivalent of a minimum three years duration with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) after completing higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, followed by post-graduation (MBA/Master’s degree in any discipline) from a university or a center of higher learning in India or abroad with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).
• An integrated Master’s degree of four/five years in any discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates), obtained after completing higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent.
• A professional qualification like CA, ICWA, or CS with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).

Selection Process

1. XAT 2024 - Appear in the XAR examination on January 07, 2024
2. UGC-JRF/NET; GMAT/GRE/GATE - Aspirants need to appear in the UGC-JRF/NET or GMAT or GRE or GATE in the current year (2023-24) and submit the marks obtained.
3. MBA/PGDM - Candidates must have a two-year full-time MBA/PGDM (Post Graduate Degree in Management) or equivalent program from any one of the institutions like XLRI, any of the IIMs, FMS Delhi, MDI Gurgaon, XIM Bhubaneswar, IRMA, SP Jain, School of Management of IIT, TISS or Indian Statistical Institute, with a CQPI of at least 6.00 - 8.00 or equivalent.

Admission for EXEC-FPM

The Executive Fellow Program in Management is a non-residential doctoral program that has been created to cater to the scholarly needs of working executives, managers, faculty members, and researchers. The program aims to develop scholars for careers not only in management research and teaching but also in management practice, consulting, training, and development.

The eligibility and admission process is as follows:

• Candidates must have an MBA/PGDM or equivalent program or GMP/PGPX or one-year full-time program in Management (with 60% marks). Candidates with the above qualifications from top B-Schools will be given preference.
• Candidates should be employed with at least five years of managerial/executive/teaching/research experience as of March 31, 2024
• Applicants are subject to merit-based shortlisting. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for personal interviews (PI) at XLRI, Jamshedpur for final selection.
• Selection for candidates is based on their basic academic qualifications, performance in the personal interview, and relevant work experience.

Admission for PGDM (IEV)

The Post Graduation Diploma in Management (Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Creation) is a two-year full-time AICTE-approved program at XLRI. It offers support to aspiring entrepreneurs by combining management education. The program provides tools and knowledge to transform their ideas into profitable endeavors by enabling them to think critically and creatively about recognizing, and solving problems.