XGMT 2027 applications must be submitted online by December 15, 2026. XIM University, Bhubaneswar, conducts the XIM General Management Test for admission to its management programmes.
Candidates must register on the university’s application portal, complete the form, select their preferred programmes and admission tests, upload the required documents and pay the application fee.
The application fee starts at ₹1,900 for the first programme or test option. Candidates can use one application form to apply for multiple programmes and/or through multiple accepted entrance examinations.
XGMT 2027 Application: Important Dates
Candidates should keep the following dates in mind while completing the registration process:
- Last date to apply: December 15, 2026
- Test centre intimation: January 10, 2027 (tentative)
- Admit card availability: January 12, 2027 (tentative)
- XGMT 2027 exam date: January 17, 2027
- Exam timing: 2 PM to 4 PM
- Result declaration: January 31, 2027 (tentative)
The university will share test centre information through email or its website. Candidates can check their final centre allotment on the admit card.
How to Apply for XGMT 2027 Online
Candidates must complete the following steps to submit their XGMT 2027 application form.
Step 1: Register on the XIM University Portal
Visit the XIM University application portal and find the New User section. Enter the required basic details to create your registration.
After registration, the university will generate a unique XU ID or login ID and password. These credentials will be sent to your registered email address. Keep them available for accessing the application form.
Step 2: Log In and Fill Out the Application Form
Use your XU ID and password to log in to the application portal. Enter the required details carefully, including:
- Personal information
- Educational qualifications
- Work experience, if applicable
- Management programme preferences
- Preferred admission test or tests
- Statement of Purpose (SoP)
Candidates should review their programme and test selections before proceeding. The SoP is an important document in the subsequent selection process, so give adequate attention to its preparation.
Step 3: Upload Your Photograph and Signature
The application form requires a recent photograph and signature in JPEG format. Prepare both files according to the university’s specifications.
- Photograph: The file size must be between 50 KB and 100 KB.
- Signature: The width must be 280–840 pixels, the height 120–360 pixels, and the file size 3 KB–40 KB.
Check the format, dimensions and file size before uploading. Keeping these documents ready in advance can make the application process easier.
Step 4: Select the Programme and Admission Test
XIM University allows candidates to apply for multiple programmes and through multiple admission tests using one application form, subject to the options available for each programme. The accepted tests include:
- MBA in Business Management (MBA-BM): XAT, CAT, GMAT or XGMT.
- MBA in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM): XAT, CAT, GMAT, NMAT or XGMT.
- MBA in Rural Management (MBA-RM): XAT, CAT, GMAT, NMAT or XGMT.
- MBA in Sustainability Management (MBA-SM): XAT, CAT, GMAT, NMAT or XGMT.
XIM University also offers MBA in Urban Management and Governance (MBA-UMG), MBA in Public Policy and Management (MBA-PPM), Master of Management Studies in Business Finance (MMS-BF) and Executive MBA in Business Management (EMBA-BM).
Candidates must apply for and appear in at least one accepted admission test. Check the options applicable to your selected programme before submitting the form.
Step 5: Pay the XGMT 2027 Application Fee
The application fee depends on the number of programme or test options selected.
- First programme or test option: ₹1,900
- Second programme or test option: ₹850
- Each additional option after the second: ₹400
Applicable payment gateway charges and taxes are extra. Pay the amount through the secure payment gateway to complete the application process.
For example, selecting two options costs ₹2,750 before additional charges. Selecting three options costs ₹3,150 before taxes and payment gateway charges.
Step 6: Check the Application Confirmation Email
After completing the application form and payment, candidates will receive an email confirming acceptance of their online application.
Check your registered email account for this confirmation. Keep the login credentials available for future access to the application portal and examination-related updates.
XGMT 2027 Application Fee
The application fee increases according to the number of programme or test options selected. Candidates applying for multiple options should account for the additional charges while preparing their applications.
The stated fee does not include applicable payment gateway charges and taxes. Applicants should ensure that the payment is completed successfully before considering the registration process finished.
XGMT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Before filling out the application form, candidates should check whether they meet the educational requirements.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university.
- The degree must have a minimum duration of three years.
- Candidates from any discipline can apply.
- A minimum of 55% aggregate marks is required.
- Candidates expecting to complete the final part of their degree examinations by June 15, 2027, are also eligible to apply.
Applicants should ensure that their educational details are entered correctly in the form.
What Happens After Submitting the XGMT 2027 Application?
Once the application has been accepted, candidates should watch for the university’s examination updates. Test centre intimation and admit card availability are tentatively scheduled for January 10 and January 12, 2027, respectively.
XGMT 2027 will be held on January 17 from 2 PM to 4 PM. Candidates must attend the examination at the centre allotted by the university and carry a valid admit card. Entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without it.
Candidates will be shortlisted for the subsequent selection process based on their performance in the applicable admission test or tests.
Shortlisted applicants may be called for a Group Discussion (GD), Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI).
XGMT 2027 Application FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply for XGMT 2027?
A. The deadline for submitting the XGMT 2027 application form is December 15, 2026. Candidates must complete the online form and pay the applicable fee by the deadline.
Q. How can I apply for XGMT 2027?
A. Register on the XIM University application portal, obtain your XU ID and password, complete the form, upload your photograph and signature, select the relevant programmes and admission tests, and pay the application fee.
Q. What is the XGMT 2027 application fee?
A. The first programme or test option costs ₹1,900, the second costs ₹850, and every subsequent additional option costs ₹400. Applicable payment gateway charges and taxes are extra.
Q. Can I apply for multiple programmes through one application form?
A. Yes. Candidates can select multiple programmes and/or admission tests through a single application form, subject to the options available for their chosen programmes. Additional fees apply based on the number of options selected.
Q. What documents are required for XGMT 2027 registration?
A. Candidates must upload a recent photograph and signature in JPEG format within the prescribed file-size and dimension limits. They must also provide their personal details, educational qualifications, work experience if applicable, programme preferences and Statement of Purpose.
Q. When will XGMT 2027 be conducted?
A. XGMT 2027 is scheduled for January 17, 2027, from 2 PM to 4 PM. The test centre intimation and admit card release dates are tentative, scheduled for January 10 and January 12, respectively.
