About Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Bangalore
Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME) Bangalore is a premier autonomous management institution located in Electronic City, Bangalore, Karnataka. Established in 1991 and approved by AICTE, XIME offers the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) — a two-year full-time programme equivalent to MBA — with an intake of 180 students. XIME is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and AIU and is among the few Indian management institutions with international AMBA accreditation, placing it in the company of the world's top 2% of business schools globally.
Admission is through CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT or XIME's own entrance test, followed by group discussion and personal interview. Apply at xime.org.
Programme Offered
| Programme | Duration | Intake | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) | 2 years | 180 | CAT / XAT / GMAT / XIME Test |
| PGDM — International Business | 2 years | 60 | CAT / XAT / GMAT |
AMBA Accreditation — Global Recognition
XIME's Association of MBAs (AMBA) accreditation is one of the most rigorous international business school quality standards, held by only the top 2% of the world's business schools. In India, only a handful of institutions hold AMBA accreditation. This global recognition means XIME PGDM graduates' qualifications are recognised by international employers, global MBA rankings and multinational companies' HR systems, giving XIME graduates a career positioning that most Indian B-schools cannot offer.
Electronic City — Bangalore IT Hub Location
XIME's Electronic City location places it at the centre of Bangalore's largest IT employment zone. Electronic City hosts Infosys global headquarters, Wipro, HCL, TCS, Biocon and hundreds of technology companies. Management students at XIME access industry leaders, corporate events, live project opportunities and placement recruiters walking distance from campus. The campus's immersion in the technology industry ecosystem distinguishes XIME from management schools in traditional educational campuses away from business districts.
Entrepreneurship Focus
XIME's name explicitly includes "Entrepreneurship" — reflecting the institution's commitment to producing entrepreneurs alongside corporate managers. The Entrepreneurship Cell at XIME connects students with Bangalore's active startup ecosystem through mentorship from founders, investor interactions and incubation support. For students interested in launching ventures or joining early-stage startups, XIME's Electronic City location provides direct access to Bangalore's venture capital and startup community.
Career Scope
XIME PGDM graduates are recruited by IT companies, consulting firms, FMCG companies and startups through campus placements. The AMBA accreditation supports international job applications. Median CTC for XIME graduates reflects the Electronic City industry catchment's demand for management talent in technology, operations and business functions.