XGMT 2027 notification has been released for admission to eight management programmes offered by XIM University, Bhubaneswar.
The XGMT 2027 exam will be held on January 17, 2027, from 2 PM to 4 PM, in computer-based mode. Candidates must submit the application form by December 15, 2026, and pay the applicable application fee.
XIM University accepts XGMT, CAT, XAT and GMAT scores for MBA in Business Management (MBA-BM).
For MBA in Human Resource Management, Rural Management and Sustainability Management, candidates can also apply through NMAT. Applicants can select one or multiple admission tests, depending on their programme preferences.
Read ahead to know more about the XGMT Notification 2027, including eligibility, exam date, pattern, and more.
XGMT 2027 Notification Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the application deadline, examination date and other important events to complete the admission process on time.
- XGMT 2027 registration deadline: December 15, 2026 (Tuesday)
- XGMT test centre intimation: January 10, 2027 (tentative)
- XGMT admit card availability: January 12, 2027 (tentative)
- XGMT 2027 exam date: January 17, 2027 (Sunday)
- XGMT exam timing: 2 PM to 4 PM
- XGMT 2027 result date: January 31, 2027 (tentative)
The university will communicate test centre details through email or its website. Candidates can check their final centre allotment on the admit card.
XGMT 2027 Courses Offered by XIM University
XGMT is an entrance examination conducted by XIM University for admission to its management programmes. Candidates can apply for the following courses:
- MBA in Business Management (MBA-BM)
- MBA in Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM)
- MBA in Rural Management (MBA-RM)
- MBA in Sustainability Management (MBA-SM)
- 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)
- Executive MBA in Business Management (EMBA-BM)
Applicants must select their preferred programme or programmes in the application form.
The accepted admission tests vary by programme, so candidates must check the relevant options before submitting their applications.
XGMT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification to be eligible for XGMT 2027.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university.
- The degree must have a minimum duration of three years.
- Candidates from any academic discipline can apply.
- Applicants must have secured at least 55% aggregate marks in their bachelor’s degree.
- Candidates expecting to complete the final part of their degree examinations by June 15, 2027, can also apply.
XGMT 2027 Exam Pattern
XGMT 2027 will be conducted as a computer-based online test. The examination will last 120 minutes, and the question paper will be available in English.
The test will contain multiple-choice questions divided into four sections:
- Quantitative Aptitude (QA)
- Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning (VA & LR)
- Data Interpretation (DI)
- Emotional Quotient and General Awareness (EQ & GA)
The four sections will appear in a random order during the examination. Each section will have a separate time limit, so candidates must complete its questions within the allotted time.
Candidates who finish a section before the time limit expires cannot return to it. They must wait for the next section to begin.
Therefore, time management is important, as candidates cannot use the remaining time from one section to revisit completed questions.
XGMT Notification 2027 Marking Scheme
The examination follows a penalty-based marking system for incorrect answers.
- Correct answer: +3 marks
- Incorrect answer: -1 mark
- Unattempted question: 0 marks
Candidates should consider the negative marking rule when deciding whether to attempt a question. The exam pattern and question types are similar to those used in other major management entrance examinations.
XGMT 2027 Notification: List of Exam Centres
XIM University will conduct XGMT 2027 in the following 17 cities:
- Ahmedabad
- Bengaluru
- Bhopal
- Bhubaneswar
- Chennai
- Delhi
- Guwahati
- Hyderabad
- Jaipur
- Kochi
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
- Patna
- Ranchi
- Rourkela
Candidates can select up to three preferred cities while filling out the application form. However, they must appear for the examination in the city finally allotted to them.
The university may change an exam centre depending on seat availability.
Applicants must carry a valid admit card and reach the allotted centre before the reporting time. Entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without the admit card.
XGMT 2027 Notification: Admission Test Options
Candidates can apply through one or more accepted entrance examinations, depending on their preferred programme.
For MBA in Business Management (MBA-BM), the accepted tests are:
- XAT, conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur, on January 3, 2027
- CAT, conducted by the IIMs, on November 29, 2026
- GMAT, conducted during 2025 or 2026
- XGMT, conducted by XIM University, on January 17, 2027
For MBA-HRM, MBA-RM and MBA-SM, candidates can apply through XAT, CAT, GMAT, NMAT or XGMT. The relevant schedules are:
- XAT: January 3, 2027
- CAT: November 29, 2026
- GMAT: Conducted during 2025 or 2026
- NMAT: November–December 2026
- XGMT: January 17, 2027
Candidates must apply for and appear in at least one accepted admission test. The university also allows applicants to use multiple tests, subject to the options available for their selected programmes.
XGMT 2027 Application Fee
The application fee depends on the number of programmes and test options selected. The prescribed charges are:
- First programme or test option: ₹1,900
- Second programme or test option: ₹850
- Each subsequent additional programme or test option: ₹400
Applicable payment gateway charges and taxes may be extra. Candidates can use a single application form to apply for multiple programmes and/or through multiple entrance tests. They should review their selections before making the payment.
How to Apply for XGMT 2027
Candidates must complete the online application process by December 15, 2026. The process involves registration, entering academic and personal details, uploading documents and paying the fee.
Step 1: Register for an XU ID
Visit the XIM University application portal and enter the required basic details under the New User section.
The university will generate a unique XU ID or login ID and password and send the credentials to the registered email address.
Step 2: Complete the application form
Log in using the credentials received by email. Fill in the required information, including:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Work experience, if applicable
- Preferred management programme or programmes
- Selected admission test or tests
- Statement of Purpose (SoP)
Candidates must also upload their recent photograph and signature. The SoP is an important document in the subsequent selection process, so applicants should prepare it carefully.
Step 3: Upload the photograph and signature
Keep both files ready in the prescribed JPEG format before starting the application.
- Photograph: File size between 50 KB and 100 KB.
- Signature: Width of 280–840 pixels, height of 120–360 pixels, and file size between 3 KB and 40 KB.
Check the file dimensions and size before uploading to avoid application delays.
Step 4: Pay the application fee
Pay the applicable fee through the secure payment gateway.
The amount will depend on the programme and entrance test options selected.
Step 5: Check the confirmation email
After successfully submitting the form and completing the payment, candidates will receive an email confirming acceptance of their online application.
XGMT 2027 Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted for the next stages based on their performance in the accepted admission test or tests, including XGMT, CAT, XAT and GMAT, as applicable to their programme.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for the following selection rounds:
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Writing Ability Test (WAT)
- Personal Interview (PI)
Applicants should prepare for these stages alongside their entrance examination preparation.
Their application should also include a carefully written Statement of Purpose, as it will be considered during the subsequent selection process.
XGMT 2027 Notification FAQs
Q. When is the XGMT 2027 exam scheduled?
A. XGMT 2027 will be conducted on January 17, 2027, from 2 PM to 4 PM. The examination will take place in computer-based mode.
Q. What is the last date to apply for XGMT 2027?
A. Candidates must submit their XGMT 2027 application form by December 15, 2026. They must also pay the applicable application fee to complete the process.
Q. What is the eligibility criteria for XGMT 2027?
A. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification of at least three years from a recognised university, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks. Those expecting to complete the final part of their degree examinations by June 15, 2027, can also apply.
Q. Which courses are offered through XGMT 2027?
A. XIM University offers admission through XGMT to MBA-BM, MBA-HRM, MBA-RM, MBA-SM, MBA-UMG, MBA-PPM, MMS-BF and EMBA-BM programmes.
Q. What is the marking scheme for XGMT 2027?
A. Candidates receive three marks for every correct answer and lose one mark for every incorrect response. Questions left unattempted do not carry any marks.
