College shortlist guide
XAT 2027 Cutoffs & Selection Percentiles
Cutoffs vary by category, programme, applicant pool, and selection-stage weightage. Use this page to shortlist colleges by percentile band and prepare for the next admission round.
Qualifying cutoff
Minimum sectional or overall score needed to remain eligible for a programme.
Shortlist cutoff
Actual interview-call range can be much higher than the stated qualifying cutoff.
Final selection
Work experience, academics, diversity, essays, WAT/GD, and PI can change final chances.
Top B-Schools Accepting XAT 2027 (Fees, Placement ROI & Cutoffs)
Verified fee structure, average CTC, and category-wise cutoffs for top institutes
| B-School Name | Location | Course Fee | Avg Placement | XAT Cutoff (GENERAL) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLRI Jamshedpur (BM & HRM) | Jamshedpur | ₹28.60 L | ₹32.70 LPA | 96+ %ile |
| XIM University (XIMB) | Bhubaneswar | ₹24.60 L | ₹19.53 LPA | 91+ %ile |
| IMT Ghaziabad | Ghaziabad | ₹23.00 L | ₹16.25 LPA | 90+ %ile |
| GIM Goa | Goa | ₹21.45 L | ₹15.13 LPA | 85+ %ile |
| TAPMI Manipal | Manipal | ₹19.50 L | ₹13.84 LPA | 85+ %ile |
| FORE School of Management | New Delhi | ₹23.40 L | ₹16.80 LPA | 85+ %ile |