Colleges in Kochi

MBA at VIT Chennai has a total tuition fee of INR 6.97 lakh whereas GLIM Chennai has tuition fees of INR 9.45 – 11.5 lakh and XIME Chennai’s tuition fees is INR 9.7 lakh. Therefore, VIT Chennai has the most affordable tuition fees out of the three colleges.

VIT Chennai also has the highest package out of the three colleges. Therefore, VIT Chennai has the highest net positive return on investment out of the three colleges offering MBA in Chennai.

XIME Kochi considers national-level Management entrance exam scores for admission to PGDM course. The institute accepts CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, etc. However, mere qualifying the entrance exam won't guarantee admission in the institute. Aspirants also need to fulfil the eligibility criteria for admission. Candidates who have completed graduation with at least 50% aggregate are eligible for admission.

XIME Kochi offers a two-year fully-residential PGDM course. During the second-year of the course, students have to choose an elective. The specialisations available are mentioned below:

• Analytics
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Marketing
• Operations

The total fee for XIME Kochi PGDM is INR 12.90 lakh. Candidates need to pay the fee in six installments. Besides, aspirants also have to pay a one-time caution deposit of INR 25,000 at the time of admission. The deposit is refundale at the end of the course after deduction of dues to XIME, if any.

Yes, XIME Kochi provides scholarships to meritorious students. Those interested have to apply for the preferred scholarship. Some of the scholarships available for XIME Kochi students:

• George Thomas Kottukapally Memorial award of INR 10,000 and certificate for excellence in Humanitarian and Social Service
• Dr. Manoj Varghese sponsored award of INR 10,000 and a certificate for Excellence in Talent Management 
• XIME President’s Roll of Honour for Outstanding Academic Achievement Award for the second rank holder 

Candidates can apply online for admission at XIME Kochi. Aspirants need to pay an application fee of INR 1,750 (inclusive of 18% GST) for admission. Below are the steps to apply for admission:

Step 1: Visit the XIME Kochi official website.

Step 2: Click on 'Admissions Open'.

Step 3: Scroll down and click on 'Apply Now' below PGDM Kochi.

Step 4: Register by entering some basic details to create login credentials.

Step 5: Login and fill out the application form.

Step 6: Pay the application fee and submit the form.

The minimum qualification to get admission in XIME Kochi is graduation. Hence, mere qualifying Class 12 won't get admission in the institute. Candidates need to complete graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate to apply for a course. There is a 5% relaxation in the aggregate for reserved category aspirants. Any candidates with 60% in graduation can get admission provided they also meet other selection requirements.

XIME Kochi admission process includes multiple-steps. Candidates have to first register for the course online by paying an application fee. Aspirants also need to submit a valid entrance exam score. The institute accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, etc. for admission. Selected candidates are further called for a group discussion and personal interview round for final selection. Once selected, aspirants are informed about their admission in the institute.

No, XIME Kochi does not offer direct admissions. Candidates have to qualify any of the accepted entrance exams. The institute considers scores in CAT, MAT, XAT, etc. The final selection is based on academic performance, entrance exam score, GDPI and the participation of candidates in sports, extra-curricular activities, academic diversity and gender diversity.

The full form of MBA is Master of Business Administration which is a two-year PG degree designed to equip students with advanced skills and knowledge in business management and leadership. Students can check the list of some career options available after completing MBA course from Bhavan's Royal Institute of Management from the table presented below: