

Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS) Ranchi offers a range of management programs like PGDM/MBA, certificate programs, and a Fellow Program in Management (FPM). The admission process involves evaluation of academic performance, scores from national entrance exams like CAT/XAT/CMAT, followed by group discussions(GD) and personal interviews(PI). For certain certificate and research programs, additional assessments like research proposals and work experience may be considered. Admission for the PGCM - Geospatial Technology and FPM is open for the academic year 2025-26.
XISS is accepting applications for the academic year 2025 for its PGDM, a Certificate in Geospatial Technology Applications, a Certificate in Business Analytics for Managers (BAM), and a full-time non-residential FPM. To apply for the PGDM program, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 50% (45% for SC/ST) and a valid score in CAT/XAT/CMAT. The selection process includes entrance test scores, group discussions, and personal interviews. For the Fellow Program in Management, applicants need a master’s degree with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) and a valid score in exams like CAT/XAT/GRE/GATE/GMAT/UGC-NET or JRF/CSIR, or the XISS Entrance Test (XET). The FPM also includes a research proposal presentation and a personal interview. The application fee for FPM is INR 2500, and for BAM, it is INR 590.
XISS Ranchi has opened admissions for 2026–28. Students for any stream, including final-year students, can apply with CAT 2026, XAT or CMAT 2026 scores. GDPI may happen in late January or early February 2026. The form fee is ₹2000 + 18% GST and you must register using a valid email, phone number and Aadhar number.* Source
Course | Date |
PG Certificate in Management Geospatial Technology Applications Last date to apply | 12 June 2026 |
A Certificate Program in Business Analytics for Managers(BAM) Last date to apply | - |
Fellow Program in Management(FPM) Last date to apply | 12 April 2026 |
PG Diploma in Management: Last date to apply | - |
XISS Ranchi offers various postgraduate programs for 2026, like PGDM, FPM, and Certificate courses along with placement opportunities. The Certificate Program in Geospatial Technology Applications is open to graduates, postgraduates, and working professionals. Applications will be accepted online, and selection is based on academic records and work experience. For PGDM programs, XISS accepts scores of CAT/XAT/CMAT. Candidates must have an aggregate of 50%(45% for SC/ST) in their UG degree. For the Fellow Program in Management (FPM), candidates need a valid score in exams like CAT/XAT/XET and a master’s degree with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). Shortlisted candidates of the FMA present a research proposal and give an interview.
XISS Ranchi is offering a Certificate Program in Management with a focus on Geospatial Technology Applications. The last date to apply will be announced soon on the official website. To be eligible, candidates must meet at least one of the following conditions: they should be a graduate or postgraduate in any discipline with at least 45% marks, an engineering or IT or computer science graduate, a student currently pursuing postgraduation, MPhil/PhD or a working professional from government or private sectors involved in areas like water management, forestry, land use, mining, or disaster management. Professionals from other private sectors and final-year graduation students can also apply, but final-year students must submit their marksheet by December 2025. The program has only 30 seats, and interested candidates must apply online. Selection will be based on academic qualifications and work experience. Those selected will receive an email and must confirm their admission by paying the fee and verifying their documents. For PGDM programs at XISS, candidates must have a UG degree with an aggregate of 50%(45% for SC/ST) from a recognised university.
Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS) Ranchi invites applications for its PGDM/MBA programs for the 2025 academic session. The institute accepts scores from XAT, CAT, and CMAT for admission. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) to be eligible. Final-year undergraduate students can also apply, provided they meet the minimum eligibility requirements by the time of admission. The selection process includes entrance exam scores, followed by group discussions and personal interviews. XISS offers PGDM in Human Resource Management, Rural Management, Marketing Management, and Financial Management, with a strong academic structure and industry-oriented approach. XISS ensures quality education for aspiring management professionals.
Jharkhand offers multiple opportunities for management education, with XISS Ranchi being one of them, along with other MBA colleges in Jharkhand.
XISS offers the Fellow Program in Management (FPM) for 2025. To be shortlisted for the selection interview, applicants must have a valid score in exams like CAT/XAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT/UGC/XET. Final selection will be based on academic background, test scores, and research presentation. To be eligible, applicants must have a Master’s degree with an aggregate of 60% marks (55% for reserved candidates), along with a registration fee of INR 2,500.
To apply for XISS Ranchi management programmes (PGDM/MBA, FPM, BAM) in 2026, applicants need to first register to create an account, fill in personal and academic details, upload documents, pay the XISS Ranchi application fee of INR 2500 for various courses, and then submit the application form. The application deadline for most programmes is around April-June of the year, depending on the course. Admissions are confirmed only after document verification and payment of the admission fee .
Steps to apply
Step 1. Visit the Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi official website
Step 2. The candidate should check the Eligibility Criteria for PG and certificate programs.
Step 3. The applicant should register online and then create an account.
Step 4. Fill out the Application Form for the particular course
Step 5. Now pay the Application Fee, through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI (depending on your preferred mode of payment)
Class 10 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
Class 12 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
Bachelor's Degree Certificate in Original/Provisional along with an Attested Copy
Candidates awaiting results should produce the Degree Certificate (final/provisional)
Entrance Exam Scorecard(e.g.CAT/XAT)
Postgraduate Degree (If Applicable)
Work Experience Certificates (If Applicable)
Birth Certificate
Identity Proof
Migration Certificate
Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
Transfer CertificatePassport Size Photographs
Research Synopsis (For FPM applicants)

