Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship – [XIME], Chennai Admission Process
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XIME Chennai Admission 2026
Latest Updates & News
CAT 2025 has been successfully conducted, and the results are expected in the third week of December.
Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME) Chennai – Latest Updates
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ATMA 2026 registrations are currently open at apply.atmaaims.com for MBA, MMS, PGDM, and MCA programs. The last date to apply is February 10, 2026, and the exam will be held on February 22, 2026.
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XAT 2026 registration is ongoing for MBA/PGDM admissions. Candidates can apply at xatonline.in until December 5, 2025. The XAT 2026 exam is scheduled for January 4, 2026, from 2 PM to 5 PM.
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XIME Chennai PGDM Fee Structure for 2026–28 has been released. The total academic fee ranges from ₹10.15 lakhs to ₹13.28 lakhs.
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XIME Chennai PGDM Admissions 2026–28 are currently open. Interested candidates can apply now.
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MAT December 2025 registration has begun for MBA admissions. Candidates can register at mat.aima.in until December 7, 2025 for PBT mode and December 15, 2025 for CBT mode. The MAT December 2025 exams will be held on December 13, 2025 (PBT) and December 21, 2025 (CBT).
Admission to XIME Chennai’s flagship PGDM program for 2026 offers an annual intake of 150 students, with the institute maintaining strong gender diversity—typically achieving around 50% female representation. The academic session generally begins in July each year.
XIME Chennai offers PGDM programs across six specialisations, and the shortlisting process is based on valid scores in CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or TANCET, followed by Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.
Candidates interested in applying for XIME Chennai Admission 2026 can fill out the online application form available on the official institute website.
XIME Chennai Top Course
| COURSE | TOTAL FEES |
|---|---|
| PGDM | INR 9.9 Lakhs |
XIME Chennai Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to XIME Chennai are based on scores from national-level entrance exams. The key exam and counselling dates for the 2026 intake are as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| XAT 2026 Registration Closes | December 5, 2025 |
| XAT 2026 Admit Card Release | December 20, 2025 (Tentative) |
| XAT 2026 Exam Date | January 4, 2026 |
| GD/PI Sessions | March – May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of Classes | June 2026 (Tentative) |
XIME Chennai PGDM Admission 2026-2028
XIME Chennai provides a comprehensive two-year residential PGDM program with specialisations available in Finance, Marketing, IT & Analytics, Human Resources, General Management, and Operations.
XIME Chennai PGDM Eligibility Criteria
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
- Candidates seeking admission to the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university in any discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks for all subjects combined (45% for SC/ST candidates).
- Applicants in their final year of examination, awaiting results, are also eligible to apply. However, they must maintain an average of 50% marks in the degree course until that point.
- Completion of all degree examinations is required by June 25, 2026. Such candidates need to provide proof of passing the Degree Examination with the minimum required marks of 50%, no later than September 30, 2026.
- Candidates with uncleared backlog papers in graduation are not eligible to apply.
Any student with a valid scorecard at the time of application can apply to the PGDM or PGDM BA Programme
- XAT | CAT | CMAT | MAT | ATMA | GMAT
- KMAT (Only for Kochi campus) TANCET (Only for Chennai campus)
XIME Chennai PGDM Admission Criteria
Weightage for Final Selection
XIME Chennai allocates weights to various components, determining the final selection of candidates. Those interested can refer to the table below to understand the assigned weightage.
| Components | Weightage |
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| Past Academic Record (X, XII and Graduation) | 20% |
| Common Entrance Test Score | 35% |
| GD and PI | 35% |
| Participation in Sports, Extra-Curricular Activities, Gender Diversity and Academic Diversity | 10% |
Centers for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI)
The Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds are scheduled to take place in seven distinct cities, namely Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, and Pune.
How to Apply for XIME Chennai?
To initiate the admission application, candidates are required to visit the official website of XIME, Chennai and follow the steps outlined below:
- Click on the “Apply Now” button.
- Register by verifying the email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using the provided username and password.
- Complete all mandatory details in the application form.
- Input the scores from the entrance test.
- Upload the scanned photograph and signature.
- Proceed to pay the necessary application fees using Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Submit the completed form.
Candidates are not required to send any documents or a printout of the filled application form to the institute during the application process.
Click to download the PGDM Programme Bulletin for the academic years 2025-27 – Admission Brochure
FAQs
Q: Does XIME provide hostel facilities?
A: Yes, the institute does provide accommodation. Separate hostels are available for men and women. The Women’s Hostel, named ‘Maria Hostel,’ is situated behind the main teaching and administration block of the Institute, while the Men’s Hostel is located to the west of the main administrative building of XIME-Chennai.
Q: Where is the institute situated?
A: The institute is located in Sriperumbudur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The precise address is as follows:
Xavier Institute of Management & Entrepreneurship Plot No. CP 2A, SIPCOT Industrial Growth Centre, Vandalur-Walajabad Highway, Near Royal Enfield Factory, Address Oragadam, Mathur PO
Q: Can the application fee be paid through a Demand Draft?
A: No, the application fee can only be paid online via Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, or Mobile Wallets.
Q: How are the placements at XIME Chennai?
A: XIME Chennai prides itself on achieving 100% placements. In the previous batch, the following statistics were observed:
- Top recruiters include Oracle, Deloitte, Infosys, TCS, Accenture, SBI Life, KPMG, Exide, Hexaware, PWC, and many more.
- Average Salary: INR 8.60 LPA