Xavier School of Management PGDM-GM

Xavier School of Management 3 PGDM (GM) XLRI One Year MBA Transform your career with XLRI's flagship eighteen-month residential management program designed for experienced professionals.

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XLRI PGDM (GM) Overview XLRI PGDM (GM), formerly known as GMP, is an eighteen-month full-time residential management program offered by XLRI. This transformative program is designed for professionals with at least three years of expertise in industries such as IT/ITeS, Energy/Power, Automobile, and Manufacturing.

The program transforms incoming students into corporate warriors with a human touch, combining cutting-edge management theory with practical application and ethical leadership principles.

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Application Deadline for XLRI 2026 Intake XAT Application Last date to apply: December 5, 2025

GMAT/GRE Application Last date to apply: December 31, 2025

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Work Experience Requirement

36 Months The work experience requirement for the PGDM (GM/18 Months) program has been revised from 60 months to 36 months. This change is effective immediately, making the program more accessible to mid-career professionals.

This significant reduction opens doors for professionals earlier in their careers to benefit from XLRI's world-class management education.

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Eligibility Criteria 1 Educational Qualification Candidates must possess a recognized bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline.

2 Work Experience A minimum of three years of managerial or supervisory experience by March 31, 2026, is required.

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Acceptable Admission Tests Test Options Applicants may submit scores from one of the following tests: GMAT or GRE scores taken between December 1, 2022, and December 31, 2025 XAT 2026 scores (exam scheduled for January 4, 2026; separate registration required)

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Application Process 01

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Multiple Program Applications

Interview Requirements

Selection Criteria

Candidates may apply for multiple programs at

Multiple interviews and/or group discussions

Selection criteria may vary depending on the

XLRI.

may be required for those applying to more

nature of the program.

than one program.

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Selection Factors XAT Performance

Academic Ability

Work Experience

Multiple components of XAT performance are

Your educational background and academic

Relevant professional experience and career

evaluated comprehensively.

achievements are carefully assessed.

progression matter significantly.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Interview Performance

Leadership roles and achievements beyond

Performance in personal interviews and group

work are valued.

discussions is crucial.

XLRI encourages applications from diverse backgrounds in pursuit of academic excellence.

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Interview Process Flexible Interview Options For candidates unable to attend in-person interviews due to being out of the country, online interviews will be conducted for the PGDM (GM) program.

Interview Rounds Interviews for GMP will be conducted in multiple rounds: Round 1: Between November and December Round 2: Between January and February

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Program Investment

¹24.20L Total Program Fees Approximate fees and other charges for the 18-month PGDM (GM) for academic year 2024-2025

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About the XLRI PGDM GM Program The PGDM-GM course enables students to comprehend the most recent management theory, broadens their viewpoints, and propels them into new problem-solving avenues. Year after year, XLRI's dedication to nation building is shown by the program's cultivation of socially conscious change agents who are altering the business environment of contemporary India.

Program Excellence

Industry Recognition

This is one of XLRI's flagship programs, earning numerous prestigious

Post-graduation, participants are highly sought after by industry due to

accreditations including AMBA and AICTE.

superior course structure and extensive work experience.

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XLRI Institute Rankings 1

2

PIR 2021

Outlook I-care 2021

Ranked 5th (Highest)

Ranked 1st for Private B-schools

3

4

Economic Times

Business Today 2021

Ranked 2nd B-school in India

Ranked 6th in all India

Accredited by AACSB and AMBA - globally recognized quality standards.

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Class Profile: Batch of 2022-23

113

29

84

15%

Batch Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

Years

Months

International Work Experience

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Academic Background Distribution

Engineering

Art & Commerce

Science

Others

Masters

The program attracts a predominantly engineering background, with 82% of students coming from technical fields, bringing strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to the classroom. www.goalisb.com | Shruti P | ISB, IIM, MBA Expert | contact@goalisb.com | https://www.youtube.com/@Goalisb

Work Experience Distribution 60

40

20

0

5-6 years

6-8 years

8-10 years

10+ years

The majority of students (51%) have 5-6 years of experience, creating a cohort with substantial professional maturity while remaining open to transformation. www.goalisb.com | Shruti P | ISB, IIM, MBA Expert | contact@goalisb.com | https://www.youtube.com/@Goalisb

Latest News & Events August 28, 2023

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XLRI hosted Ms. Oindrila Majumdar, Executive Vice President and CEO of TIAA India, for a CXO Series Fireside Chat. Her insights into financial services, innovation, and diversity provided profound understanding of the dynamic business

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August 30, 2023 The PGDM (GM) batch welcomed Manohar Raghavan for the

landscape.

XLRI CXO Series. With over 30 years of global business

September 16, 2023 The program introduced Ramakrishna Vyamajala for the

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leadership across EMEA and APAC regions, he managed 3M Commercial Solutions Division as Director-Asia and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt.

KRONOS - CHRO Conclave, bringing valuable insights from senior HR leadership.

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Previous Designation Profile

30%

27%

Manager/Team Lead

Developer/Engineer

20%

18%

Analyst/Consultant

Others

3%

2%

Business Owner

Project Management

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Industry Representation Overall Industries IT/ITeS: 42% Automotive: 11% Others: 11% Manufacturing: 8% BFSI: 7% Education and Training: 4% Retail & FMCG: 4% Oil & Gas, Power: 3% Tourism & Hospitality: 3% Aviation & Aerospace: 3% Telecom: 2% Services: 2%

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Non-IT Industry Functional Distribution Manufacturing

Automotive

BFSI

Analytics

Others

Oil, Gas & Power

Education 0

8

16

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IT Industry Functional Distribution Engineering Services

Consulting

36%

18%

BFSI

Product Management

13%

13%

Telecom

Others

11%

9%

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Placements 2021-22: Overview Batch Statistics Batch Size: 114 Opting for Placement: 112 Average Age: 28 Years Average Work Experience: 5.9 years Male: 70 Female: 44

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Placements 2021-22: Sector Distribution

IT/ITES

Consulting

Telecom

BFSI

FMCG

Media

IT/ITES and Consulting sectors dominated placements, accounting for 80% of all offers, reflecting strong demand for XLRI graduates in these highgrowth sectors. www.goalisb.com | Shruti P | ISB, IIM, MBA Expert | contact@goalisb.com | https://www.youtube.com/@Goalisb

Placements 2021-22: Salary Highlights

¹44.7L

¹26L

¹34.2L

¹32.5L

Highest Salary

Median Salary

Average Salary

Average Salary

Top 10%

Top 25%

¹30L Average Salary Top 50%

Top 5 Recruiters (2021-22) Accenture

Ericsson

Bain & Co.

Deloitte

Jio

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Placements 2020-21: Pandemic Year Performance Salary Highlights

Batch Statistics Batch Size: 93

100%

Opting for Placement: 84

Highest Salary

Average Age: 29 Years Average Work Experience: 6.5 years

¹34.3 Lakhs

Male: 77

54%

Female: 16

Sector Distribution IT/ITES: 60%

Median Salary ¹18.5 Lakhs

Operations/SCM: 17%

78%

Consulting: 15% BFSI: 5% Sales & Marketing: 2% E-Commerce: 1%

Top 10% Average ¹26.6 Lakhs

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Frequently Asked Questions What makes Executive PGDM different from other XLRI programs?

What degree is offered on completion?

The PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) programs are both two years long.

successfully completing their studies.

Students receive a Master of Business Administration degree after

The Ex-PGDM is an 18-month full-time residential general management program designed for professionals with at least five years of post-graduation work experience. The program builds on previous experience to prepare students for senior management positions.

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