Established in 1987, Xavier School of Human Resource Management (XAHR) is a school for education in the field of Human Resource Management under Xavier University, Bhubaneswar. Since its inception, this institute offers PG and a doctoral-level programme in the field.

Before XAHR came into being, XIMB (under Xavier University) offered a functional specialisation of HRM under its PGDM programme. The University launched its full-fledged two-year PGDM-HRM programme in 2011. This course is now offered as MBA-HRM, the flagship programme of XAHR.

XAHR admission 2021 is completely online. Candidates seeking admission to this institute must visit the official website and apply.

PG Course

• Final selection to MBA in HRM is based on a valid score in one among XAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ X-GMT/ NMATexam followed by the performance in WAT, GD and PI

PhD Course

• Shortlisted candidates for PhD are required to appear for Xavier Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT), subject test (if applicable), presentation, and PI for final admission

Admission for MBA in HRM programme at XAHR is already over. The last date for admission to MBA-HRM is tabulated below:

The below table covers all the important dates regarding PhD admission at XAHR:

DISCLAIMER: Due to COVID-19 outbreak in the country, the above-mentioned dates may vary with the actual dates. Shiksha will post the updated dates as soon as they are communicated by the university.

All the important dates regarding the entrance exams accepted for MBA in HRM at XAHR under Xavier University, Bhubaneswar are mentioned below along with their complete exam schedule:

Under Xavier University, two-year MBA in HRM programme is offered through Xavier School of Human Resource Management . The minimum eligibility criteria for this programme along with its selection criteria is mentioned below:

At the doctoral level, XAHR offers full-time and part-time PhD programme in a single specialisation. For both full-time and part-time PhD, candidates are shortlisted based on their academic records and SOP. Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for Xavier Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT), subject test* (if applicable), presentation, and PI. 

Check out the eligibility criteria for this programme as tabulated below:

Candidates seeking admission to XAHR need to apply online on the official website of the University (www.xub.edu.in) via a computer with an active internet connection (the University recommends using a computer for application with Chrome, IE-V11 and Mozilla as best suited browsers).

Step-by-step process of online application

Step 1: Visit the PG application page of XUB (xubpg.fdsbase.com/) to apply for the PG courses at XUB (MBA in HRM in this case)

Step 2: Click on ‘Apply’ in front of the desired course

Step 3: Register using personal details such as name, email-id and contact number

Step 4: Log in using the registration number and password sent by the University on the contact details added in the previous step

Fill the complete application form with all the details asked and submit it

NOTE: The application form once submitted could not be edited. Also, there is no need for the submission of a hard copy unless asked by the University officials.

XAHR Application Fee 2021

Application fee for MBA in HRM programme is tabulated below.

Before filling up the online application form, candidates must be ready with the following documents:

• Academic credentials (Certificate and mark sheets of Class 10, Class 12 and graduation)
• Digitised copy of passport-size photograph and signature

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Q. How is this institute related to Xavier University Bhubaneswar?

A. Xavier School of Human Resource Management (XAHR) is a school for education in the field of Human Resource Management under Xavier University, Bhubaneswar

Q. What all courses are offered by this institute?

A. This institute offers PG and a doctoral-level programme in the field of Human Resource Management and MBA in HRM is the flagship programme of XAHR.

Q. How to get admission to this institute?

A. XAHR admission process is completely online. Candidates willing to apply to this institute must visit the official website and apply. The final selection for all the courses is based on merit scores in the qualifying entrance exam.

Q. What is X-GMT?

A. X-GMT stands for Xavier General Management Aptitude Test. It is an online admission test conducted by Xavier University for admission to MBA programmes. 

Q. Which entrance test is accepted for admission to PhD?

A. For both full-time and part-time PhD, candidates are shortlisted based on their academic records and SOP. Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for Xavier Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT), subject test (if applicable), presentation, and PI.

Q. Is it possible for a student to defer his/her admission?

A. No, there is no provision to defer the admission. All the conditions for acceptance of admission offer are mentioned in the offer letter.

Q. Can a final year UG candidate apply for admission to MBA in HRM?

A. Yes, candidates in the final year of their UG degree can apply for admission to MBA in HRM. Admission in such cases will be provisional and candidates will be required to submit all the proofs of eligibility by the mid/end of June of the year of admission.

Q. What is the application fee for X-GMT exam?

A. The application fee for X-GMT exam is Rs 1,200.

• The average salary offered in the year 2018 is INR 11.88 LPA
• Institute ranked 2nd HRM program in India by Eduniversal 2019
• Institute conducts live project trainings for practical exposure
• University faculties have published around 370+ national and 420+ international journals so far
• Membership with Professional bodies such as SHRM, NHRDN, ISABS and NIPM for academic purpose
• Institute faculties have participated and represented Xavier University in various National Conferences, Workshops and Trainings programs
• XAHR offers the curriculum which is recognised by Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) USA as confirming with global standards