XIM University MBA Entrance Exam X-GMT 2025

XGMT is the own admission test for XIM University MBA admission 2025 in its constituent MBA colleges. XIM University conducts XGMT. If you have not taken CAT/XAT/NMAT or GMAT, the XGMT is the only option to become eligible for MBA admission in XIMB and other management institutes of XIM University Bhubaneswar.  

XGMAT 2025 exam offers MBA admission opportunity in all the XIM University MBA colleges including XIMB. X-GMT is an important but an easier MBA entrance exam. Following are the key Exam highlights and other important details:

XIM General Management Aptitude Test (X-GMT) is an online entrance test being conducted by XIM University, Bhubaneswar for admission into various Master's Degree Programs as follows: 

• 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 & Governance (MBA-UMG) 
• Master of Business Finance (MBF) 
• Executive MBA in Business Management (EMBA-BM) 

Some of the top MBA Colleges of XIM University accepting XGMT Score for admission 2025 are – 

• Xavier School of Management (XIM)
• Xavier School of Human Resource Management (XAHR)
• Xavier School of Rural Management (XSRM)
• Xavier School of Sustainability (XSOS)
• Xavier School of Human Settlements (XAHS)
• Xavier School of Commerce (XSOC)
• Xavier School of Communications (XCOMM)
• Xavier-EMYLYON Business School (XEBS) 
   

X-GMT 2025 Eligibility criteria for attempting X-GMT 2024 have following key points

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent (of minimum 3-year duration) in any discipline from a recognized University with at least 55% of marks in aggregate
• Candidates who expect to complete the final part of their degree examinations by June 15, 2025, can also apply 

XGMT 2025 Exam Pattern as shared on XGMT Exam website is as below. XGMT Exam frequency is once a year and the exam is conducted for admission to Master’s Programmes offered by the institutes of XIM University Bhubaneswar

• XGMT 2025 will be a computer-based online test 
• The duration of the exam will be 120 minutes & the medium of the test is English for all the candidates. 
• Candidates need to attempt multiple choice questions (MCQs) that will be spread across 4 sections, namely, Quantitative Aptitude (QA), Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning (VA & LR), Data Interpretation (DI), Emotional Quotient and General Awareness (EQ & GA). 
• The four sections during the test will appear in random sequence and there will be sectional time limits, which means a candidate must complete a section in a given time. If a candidate finishes any section early, (s) he must wait for the next section to begin and can't go back to a completed section.
• The type and nature of questions will be like the other prominent entrance tests for management education. 
• Marking Pattern is 3 marks each for every correct answer and -1 mark for every wrong answer. 
• No marks will be awarded for unattempted questions. 

XGMT 2025 Exam: Sectional Division

• XIM University MBA application form gives you the choice to apply online for X-GMT Exam 2025 on the website www.xim.edu.in
• There is no separate form for XGMT
• You can apply for XGMT by opting for the program(s) through XGMT test option in the Program and Test section of the online application form for admission to various programs of XIM University Bhubaneswar
• Once any program is chosen vide XGMT, the onetime XGMT Fee (INR) 1400.00 will reflect in the field.  

6.1 XGMT Exam Fees 2025
X-GMT 2025 exam fees is Rs.1400/- and should be paid online. Apart from this you need to pay the MBA program wise application fee which is Rs.1800/- for the first choice/option, and Rs. 400/- each for the subsequent options. Upon successfully filling the online application form and paying the relevant application fee, the applicant will be intimated by email about the acceptance of the form. 
  
6.2 Step by Step X-GMT 2025 Application Process

X-GMT Exam Centres 2025 are spread across the capital cities of many states in India. The XGMT 2025 Exam Centers as shared by XIM University are:

7.1 How to Choose XGMT 2025 Exam Centers?  

• Candidates have the option of choosing their preferred exam center while filling the online application form
• The final allotment of the XGMT 2025 exam center can be viewed on the XGMT 2025 Admit Card 
• XIM University has the right to change the XGMT exam center anytime according to availability of seats
• Candidates should reach their exam centers before the reporting time, with their valid XGMT admit cards, without which they won't be allowed to enter the exam hall. 
   

XGMT 2025 Admission Process for MBA 2025-27 batch at the MBA colleges affiliated to XIM University Bhubaneswar through XGMT 2025 Cut Off  is shared below. X-GMT MBA Admission Process 2025 comprises 3 major Steps:

• Appearing and scoring well in entrance exam; 
• Get shortlisted for final MBA Selection round comprising GD, PI, WAT 
• Get admission offer based on performance in XGMT Exam, GD-PI-WAT, Academics and other achievements. 

The step by step admission process through XGMT 2025 exam is detailed below:

Step-1: Apply and Appear in X-GMT 2025 Exam

• XIM University will accept CAT 2024, XAT 2025, GMAT (Taken in 2023 and 2024) and XGMT 2025 exam score to shortlist the candidates for final selection round.
• An applicant may apply to X-GMT on the same application form against the academic programs by paying the test fee of Rs.1400/-. 
• If not opting for X-GMT, registering for XAT or CAT or GMAT is a prerequisite for applying to XUB MBA-BM program 
• NMAT by GMAC 2024 scores are accepted for MBA-HRM, MBA-RM, MBA-SM, programs. So, Applicants are required to take any one of the following Admission Tests:

XAT to be conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur, on January 05, 2025, or
CAT to be conducted by IIMs on November 24, 2024, or
GMAT taken in 2023 or 2024, or
X-GMT to be conducted by XIM University on January 25, 2025.

Step-2: X-GMAT MBA Shortlist Criteria 2025

• XIM University, Bhubaneswar gives emphasis not only on entrance exam scores but also on Academic Profile, Work experience, and other parameters. 
• Candidates will be short-listed for GD-WAT-PI round on the basis of their sectional and overall scores in the entrance exam after declaration of entrance exam result. 

Step-3: Final Selection Criteria
Candidates short-listed on the basis of admission test (XAT, CAT, GMAT, or X-GMT) scores will be called for Group Discussion, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview at Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai. 
The final selection will be based on the candidate's performance in XAT/CAT/GMAT/ X-GMT, GD, Writing Ability Test, & Personal Interview, and will take into account the past academic record and relevant work experience.  

8.1 XGMT Cutoff 2025 for MBA Admission 
X-GMT 2025 cut off will be announced at the time of shortlisting. XUB will decide the program wise cut offs depending upon the applicants’ pool and X-GMAT score, and other key parameters. XGMT cut off is based on sectional as well as overall score. 
 

Important XGMT 2025 dates for XIM University MBA admission 2025 are as below:

XGMT Syllabus 2025 covers 4 sections of exam which include Quantitative Aptitude (QA), Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning (VA & LR), Data Interpretation (DI), Emotional Quotient and General Awareness (EQ & GA). The best X-GMAT preparation tips 2025 for the exam are to go through the previous XGMT questions. XIM University has shared some of the section wise sample questions for XGMT 2025 exam as below:

Q: How can I apply for XGMT 2025 and for XIM University MBA Admission?
A: XIM University application form can be filled up through online mode at its website www.xim.edu.in. You need access to an internet enabled computer to apply to XGMT.

Q: Which are the MBA programs available for admission in 2025 through XGMT 2025?
A: Admission to following MBA programs is available through XGMT 2025 

• 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 & Governance (MBA-UMG) 
• Master of Business Finance (MBF) 
• Executive MBA in Business Management (EMBA-BM) 

Q: Is the XGMT 2025 exam fee is in addition to the XIM University application Fees?
A: Yes, you need to pay Rs.1400 extra towards XGMT 2025 exam fees, if you want to appear in XGMT 2025. 

Q: What is the last date to apply for XGMT 2025?
A: The last date to apply for XGMT 2025 is December 10, 2025