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Top 10 MBA Colleges Accepting XAT 2025 Scores | InsideIIM

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The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is one of India's most prestigious management entrance exams, conducted with the aid of Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur. XAT serves as a gateway to a number of the top B-Schools recognized for their rigorous educational applications and fantastic placement records. If you are thinking about a profession in management, here's a rundown of the top faculties that accept XAT scores. This article explores the top 8 MBA colleges accepting XAT scores.

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Top MBA Colleges Accepting XAT Scores

1. XLRI, Jamshedpur Overview: Founded in 1949, XLRI is one of the oldest management colleges in India. It is renowned for its focus on ethics and social obligation. Known as the HR campus of India, it offers two Post Graduate MBA programs.

Programs Offered: Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), and PGDM (HRM). Placement Highlights: The average package offered by XLRI Jamshedpur is 29.89 LPA. Batch Size: 503 Students Fees: 28.6 Lakhs Target Percentile- 94% tile + Also Read:

2. Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar (XIMB) Overview: In 1987, XIMB offers MBA programs in PGDM, PGDM-HR, PGDM- PGDM-Sustainable management, and PGDM in Rural Management. Placement Highlights: The average package offered by Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar for the BM course is 19.53 LPA Batch Size: 350 Students (PGDM) Fees: INR 20 Lakhs approximately Target Percentile- 90% tile + 3. SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) SPJIMR’s GMP or Global Management Program accepts XAT Scores. It is a 12-24 month course aimed to learn management with a global perspective The application deadline for its Final Phase Jan 2025 cohort is Oct 31, 2024. Through GMP you can study in SPJIMR’s multiple partner institutions in Europe, the US, Canada, and the UK. It is designed for students who want to study abroad and follows a similar intake calendar- January and June. The first semester of six months is completed in SPJIMR followed by study abroad terms. Fees: Rs. 7.25 (+taxes) lacs for SPJIMR term. Including the fee at partner institutions, the fees would be approximately Rs. 25 - 90 lacs, for the entire course Placements: The average expected salary after internships varies from $85,000 to $1,20,000 (approx INR 66 L to INR 94 L) in the US. In Europe, it is €45,000 to €65,000 (approx INR 37 L to Rs 53 L) and £41,000 to £65,000 (approx. INR 39 L to INR 60 L ) in the UK. 4. Institute of Management Technology (IMT) Ghaziabad IMT Ghaziabad offers multiple MBA programs that accept both CAT and XAT Scores. PGDM and PGDM (marketing) are the top-ranked management courses from the institution. Other Programs Offered: PGDM Finacial Management, PGDM Dual Country Programme, PGDM Banking and Financial Services. Placement Highlights: The average package offered by the Institute of Management Technology (IMT) Ghaziabad is Rs. 17.35 lacs. Batch Size: Around 600 students Fees: ₹20.8 lakhs Target Percentile- 90% tile + 5. International Management Institute (IMI) New Delhi

Fees	Avg CTC in LPA	XAT Target Percentile	Other Exam Scores
20.19 Lacs	17.01	90 %ile	CAT, GMAT

6. T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI)

Course Fee	Avg. CTC	XAT Target Percentile	Other Exam Score Accepted
17 lacs	13.84 LPA	85 % tile +	CAT, XAT, GMAT, and NMAT

7. K J Somaiya

Course Fee	Avg. CTC	XAT Target Percentile	Exam Scores Accepted
21 Lacs	12.8 LPA	82 %tile +	CAT, XAT, NMAT

8. Great Lakes Institute of Management

Courses Offered	Avg CTC in LPA	XAT Target Percentile	Other Exam Scores
PGDM, PGPM (1 Year MBA)	Rs 14.5, Rs 17.3	85%tile	CAT, GMAT, NMAT

Choosing the right college through the XAT examination can significantly impact your career trajectory. The institutions mentioned above not only provide high-quality education but also offer extensive networking opportunities and strong placement support. As you prepare for XAT, consider your professional goals and how each of these schools aligns with your aspirations. With determination and the right guidance, you can unlock a world of opportunities in management education! Connect with the author, Ashwin Bhatt on his LINKEDIN Also Read: