Xavier Institute of Social Service - [XISS]

The admission to the MBA course at XISS Ranchi usually starts in the month of October every year. Admission to MBA courses is based on CAT/XAT/CMAT scores, followed by GD & PI. Candidates need to have passed a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks. The final selection process is based on XAT/CAT/CMAT (40% weightage)+ Academics/Work Experience (30% weightage) + Group Discussion (10% weightage) + Personal Interview (20% weightage). The important details about admission to the MBA course at XISS Ranchi are tabulated below-

* Note:

• 50% of the seats will be filled by applicants with CAT and/or XAT scores, and the other 50% will be filled by candidates with CMAT scores.
• 50% of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to Christian Minorities, ST, SC and other minorities, and as such, while filling up the form, please ensure that you indicate your category accordingly.

NOTE: XISS Ranchi MBA GDPI Admit cards 2026 have been released. Check your GDPI Venue and Date here (for Outstation GDPI Centres Only) 

1. XISS Ranchi MBA Admissions 2026
2. XISS Ranchi FPM Admission 2026
3. XISS Ranchi Certification Course Admission 2026
4. XISS Ranchi Admission FAQs

XISS Ranchi MBA Admissions 2026

For admission to MBA courses at XISS Ranchi, candidates need to register themselves and pay a non-refundable application fee of (INR 2000+18% GST=INR 2360). The more important details about the admission process are given below.

XISS Ranchi MBA Admission Dates 2026

XAT Exam Dates 2026

CAT Exam Dates 2026

CMAT Exam Dates 2026

Probable GD&PI dates of XISS Ranchi is mentioned below:

NOTE: Eligible candidates for outstation GDPI centres may download their admit cards from their XISS Applicant Account Dashboard starting March 13, 2026, while candidates appearing at the Ranchi GDPI centre may download theirs beginning in the last week of March 2026.

In the following video, the candidate discusses the eligibility criteria, exam accepted and her detailed interview experience.

XISS Ranchi MBA Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum qualification for admission to the PGDM program at the Institute is a three /four-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
• Candidates who have appeared for the final semester of their graduation are also eligible to participate in the admission process, provided they have no backlogs.

Popular Questions Asked

Ques. Can I edit my XISS Ranchi application after submission?

Ans: Yes, candidates can edit their XISS Ranchi application form. Only limited edits are allowed till the last date (December 15, 2025) by logging into the portal. Post-deadline changes are not permitted except for entrance exam scores, which can be updated until shortlisting.

Ques. Can a student fill multiple application forms for admission at XISS Ranchi?

Ans: No, candidates can’t fill out multiple application forms, since only one application form is allowed per Aadhar card. However, candidates can fill a maximum of 2 specialisations in the form with no additional costs. 

Ques. How are GD & PI conducted at XISS Ranchi, and do candidates get a chance to reschedule in case they miss their first slot?

Ans.  GD & PI at XISS Ranchi typically follows a multi-stage selection: Phase 1 (often a shortlisting stage or initial GD/PI), Phase 2 (final GD/PI or campus rounds), and then a final merit list. Missing Phase 1 usually means elimination from that admission cycle unless you have verifiable emergency documentation and the institute’s policy allows discretionary rescheduling. Act immediately: consult the official admission notice, send written proof, and request a remedy in writing. If no remedy is granted, plan to reapply the next cycle and strengthen your profile.

XISS Ranchi Cutoff 2026

Candidates need to secure a minimum cutoff percentile in entrance exams (CAT/XAT/CMAT) to get shortlisted for Group Discussion & Personal Interview. XISS Ranchi Cutoff 2026 of the entrance exam for the general category candidates are given below-

 The cutoff for CMAT exam had seen a drastic change from 2022 (95 percentile) to 70 percentile in 2024. More details about CMAT cutoff for various specializations are given below-

Popular Question Asked

Ques. How do cutoffs differ across entrance exams at XISS Ranchi?

Ans: CAT and XAT cutoffs are pretty much similar (60 percentile for MBA-HRM), while CMAT is 10-15 percentiles higher (70 percentile for HRM) for the general category candidates due to its applicant pool and normalization, ensuring balanced shortlisting across 50% quota per exam category.

Ques. When and where does the GD & PI usually happen for MBA admissions at XISS Ranchi?

Ans: GD & PI is the next stage of MBA admission process at XISS Ranchi. The candidates are shortlisted based on entrance exam scores (CAT/XAT/CMAT). GD & PI are usually conducted in Jan end or First week of Feb, 2026. Mode of GD&PI will be Offline (face-to-face).
GDPI centres for Phase-I at Outstation centres will be at the following locations:Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore.
The GDPI at Home centre (Ranchi) will take place after concluding the outstation round.

* Note: The application form carries a check box to register the applicant’s preference. (The Final decision will, however rest with the institute).

XISS Ranchi MBA (HRM) Batch Profile

A total of 119 students with (Male: Female) in a ratio of 9:11 have enrolled in MBA (HRM) in 2025. The more detailed batch diversity over the past few years is tabulated below-

• Over the period 2022–2025, the PGDM-HRM batch at XISS Ranchi has shown a strong gender diversity, with female representation consistently exceeding 55% and peaking at 62% in 2023–2024, making the program as one of the most gender-balanced HR specializations in India.
• The proportion of students from engineering backgrounds has declined sharply from 29% in 2022 to approximately 12–14% in 2024–2025, confirming the programme’s increasing preference for non-engineering graduates from Arts, Commerce, and Social Sciences streams.

XISS Ranchi MBA Selection Criteria

The final admission is based on entrance exam scores (CAT/XAT/CMAT), followed by GD & PI. After the GDPI round, admission offers are made to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes, which include:

• Past academic record: 20% weightage.
• Performance in entrance tests: 40% weightage.
• Performance in Group Discussion: 10% weightage.
• Performance in Personal Interview: 25% weightage.
• Extracurricular and Diversity: 5% weightage.

XISS Ranchi FPM Admission 2026

XISS Ranchi offers a full-time Fellow Programme in Management in 5 different specialisations. The tuition fee is INR 1 LPA. Admissions are based on entrance exam scores, presentation (15 minutes), and past academic performance.

Entrance Exam Accepted: CAT/XAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT/UGC-NET or JRF/CSIR or the XISS Entrance Test (XET).

The important dates for FPM admission at XISS Ranchi are tabulated below-

XISS Ranchi Certification Course Admission 2026

XISS Ranchi offers certification courses in Business Analytics and Geospatial Technology. The important details about these courses are tabulated below-

XISS Ranchi Admission FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for PGDM admission at XISS Ranchi?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree of at least three years' duration in any discipline from a recognised university, with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) to be eligible for MBA admission at XISS Ranchi. Final-year students awaiting results are eligible to apply provisionally, provided they secure the required marks by August 2026 and submit proof of no backlogs. There is no age limit, and candidates must possess a valid score in CAT 2025, XAT 2026, or CMAT 2026.

Ques. What are the expected cutoff percentiles for PGDM programs at XISS Ranchi?

Ans. Cutoffs required for admission to MBA courses at XISS Ranchi vary by program, exam, and category. For the General category in 2025:

• CAT/XAT percentiles ranged from 25-60 (e.g., 60 for PGDM-HRM, 25-35 for PGDM-RM/FM/MM);
• CMAT cutoffs were 10-15 percentiles higher (e.g., 70 for HRM).

Candidates should aim for 10 percentiles above the expected cutoff for a competitive edge.

Ques. What is the selection process for MBA admission at XISS Ranchi?

Ans. The selection process for MBA admission at XISS Ranchi includes multiple stages:

(1) Shortlisting based on CAT/XAT/CMAT scores (60% weightage);

(2) Academic profile and work experience evaluation (10% weightage);

(3) Group Discussion (GD) (10% weightage); and

(4) Personal Interview (PI) (20% weightage).

GD/PI rounds are conducted at centers including Ranchi, Kolkata, New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Guwahati. Final merit lists are prepared holistically, with document verification and fee payment for confirmation.

Ques. How and when can I apply for PGDM admission at XISS Ranchi?

Ans. Applications are accepted exclusively online via the official website (www.xiss.ac.in) under the "Admissions" section. The registration starts in the month of October, with the last date in the second week of December, every year. The application fee is with a non-refundable fee of ₹2,000 + GST. Required documents include scanned photographs, signatures, mark sheets, category certificates (if applicable), and entrance exam details. Early applications are recommended due to limited seats.