Learn About our Doctoral Programs
XIM University
Research at XIM University
XIM University views research as an activity where our core institutional values are expressed clearly. At XIM University we recognize the need to participate in the global academic environment through high quality publications. At the same time, research at XIM University is also driven by the need to engage with specific clients and user groups, in accordance with our vision and values.
In order that research activities at the University may add up to create a big picture consistent with our vision, XIM University provides various institutional mechanisms to promote information sharing, shared understanding, extended research-oriented engagements with potential clients/users, and meaningful collaborations. overall, research at XIM University seek the exciting frontiers of capacity building, social innovation, collective intelligence, human development, and such other ends as relevant to the mission of the various schools under the university.
GOALS OF THE PROGRAM
- Integrity and excellence in Research through research training, original research, and dissemination
- To prepare students for professional leadership in the respective field of choice.
- To facilitate research entrepreneurship wherein researchers are encouraged to explore themselves, ask questions, actively seek peers' feedback, build conviction in their ideas with peers in specific and society in general.
- To make scholarly contributions to XIM University's endeavor towards sustainability, Entrepreneurships and Analytics (SEA) by understanding those issues which are fundamental to research enquiry.
Ph.D (Full-Time) Program:
This program has been designed to cater to the scholarly needs of candidates who are in a full-time employment. The program is intended to prepare participants for research and teaching positions both within and outside academia. Our doctoral scholars are expected to be specialists in their respective fields and capable of generating new knowledge and be the great new thinkers for our world. The scholars are expected to develop deep understanding in the areas of research selected by them. They also get a structured exposure to a range of topics, develop various professional skills, and participate in academic and other activities.
Basic Eligibility:
Candidates need to satisfy the following criteria to be considered eligible for doctoral studies in select schools at XIM University, Bhubaneswar as indicated below. For information about schools please visit the XIM University, Bhubaneswar homepage www.xim.edu.in . Candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria need not apply to the school in concern.
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES HAVING A BACHELOR’S DEGREE AS THE HIGHEST DEGREE:
Candidates seeking admission to a school under XIM University after a minimum of 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree (e.g. B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc-Agriculture & Allied Sciences / B.Arch / B.Plan) should have a minimum CGPA of 7.5/10 or equivalent.
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES HAVING A MASTER’S OR EQUIVALENT DEGREE:
Candidates seeking admission after a Master’s or an equivalent degree need to meet the school-specific requirements as in the table below
| School | Necessary Qualification for Doctoral Studies |
|---|---|
|
Xavier Institute of Management |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Human Resource Management |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Rural Management |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Human Settlements |
For Ph.D-Urban Management and Governance and Ph.D-Planning:
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Sustainability |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Commerce |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Communications |
Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism / Visual Communication / Communication / Electronic Media / New media / Fine Arts / Advertising and Public Relations / Broadcast Communication / Film Studies / English language and literature, OR a professional Degree in the stream of communication declared equivalent by the corresponding statuary regulatory body with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Computer Science and engineering |
M.Tech / M.E in relevant discipline / MCA / M.Sc / MS in Computer Science or Mathematics or Statistics or equivalent / MBA with B.Tech in the relevant discipline. Minimum requirement is 55% of marks in aggregate in the Master’s level from a recognized University. |
|
Xavier Law School |
L.L.M. Degree (regular mode) with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized |
|
School of Governance and Public Affairs |
Master’s degree in Public Administration / Public Policy and Governance studies / Sociology / Psychology / Political Science / Economics / Management Studies with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Economics |
Master’s degree in Economics / Statistics with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
For SC / ST categories a relaxation of 5% will be applicable on all schools tabled above. In case the score is available on a letter-grade system or grade-point system, the University expects a minimum equivalent of prescribed percentage of marks in aggregate as per the awarding University’s norms for conversion to a percentage.
How to Apply:
Applicants have to fill up the online application form separately for the Doctoral program(s) at: www.xim.edu.in. Upon successfully filling the online application form and paying the application processing fee, the applicant will receive the confirmation by email.
Selection Process:
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their academic records and Statement of Purpose (SoP). The shortlisted candidates will be required to appear for XIM Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT), Presentation, and Personal Interview as per the modes decided and communicated. Details about X-RAT is available separately on our website. Candidates who have qualified UGC NET-JRF within three years (calculated from the date of issuance of the respective scores and the last date of application to the program) will be exempted from X-RAT. However, they will take part in the other selection processes as listed above.
The coursework for the selected candidates is expected to commence from June/July 2024.
Ph.D (Part-Time) Program:
The program draws upon Indian and global experience in doctoral education in management and various related fields. The program is also designed to serve as a venue for nurturing various academic debates concerning research. The program structure includes a significant component of research training, facilitated by both in-house and visiting researchers. Ph.D Scholars are expected to develop deep understanding in the areas of research selected by them. They also get a structured exposure to a range of management topics, develop various professional skills, and participate in the Institute’s academic activities. The Institute supports participation in academic conferences and publication of one’s work in scholarly media.
Basic Eligibility:
Candidates need to satisfy the following criteria to be considered eligible for doctoral studies in select schools at XIM University, Bhubaneswar as indicated below. For information about schools please visit the XIM University, Bhubaneswar homepage www.xim.edu.in. Candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria need not apply to the school in concern.
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES HAVING A BACHELOR’S DEGREE AS THE HIGHEST DEGREE:
Candidates seeking admission to a school under XIM University after a minimum of 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree(e.g. B.E / B.Tech / B.Sc-Agriculture & Allied Sciences / B.Arch / B.Plan) should have a minimum CGPA of 7.5/10 or equivalent.
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES HAVING A MASTER’S OR EQUIVALENT DEGREE:
Candidates seeking admission after a Master’s or an equivalent degree need to meet the school-specific requirements as in the table below
| School | Necessary Qualification for Doctoral Studies |
|---|---|
|
Xavier Institute of Management |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Human Resource Management |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Rural Management |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Human Settlements |
For Ph.D-Urban Management and Governance and Ph.D-Planning: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Sustainability |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Commerce |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Communications |
Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism / Visual Communication / Communication / Electronic Media / New media / Fine Arts / Advertising and Public Relations / Broadcast Communication / Film Studies / English language and literature, OR a professional Degree in the stream of communication declared equivalent by the corresponding statuary regulatory body with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Computer Science & Engineering |
M.Tech / M.E in relevant discipline / MCA / M.Sc / MS in Computer Science or Mathematics or Statistics or equivalent / MBA with B.Tech in the relevant discipline. Minimum requirement is 55% of marks in aggregate in the Master’s level from a recognized University. |
|
Xavier Law School |
L.L.M. Degree (regular mode) with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Governance and Public Affairs |
Master’s degree in Social Science / Technology / Management / Allied Discipline or equivalent from a recognized University securing an aggregate of 55% marks or its equivalent grade. |
|
School of Governance and Public Affairs |
Master’s degree in Public Administration / Public Policy and Governance studies / Sociology / Psychology / Political Science / Economics / Management Studies with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
|
School of Economics |
Master’s degree in Economics / Statistics with at least 55% of marks in aggregate from a recognized University. |
For SC / ST candidates a relaxation of 5% will be applicable on all schools tabled above. In case the score is available on a letter-grade system or grade-point system, the University expects a minimum equivalent of prescribed percentage of marks in aggregate as per the awarding University’s norms for conversion to a percentage.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
PART-A
The university shall obtain a “No Objection Certificate (NOC)” through the candidates for Ph.D Part Time program from the appropriate authority in the organization, where the candidates are employed, clearly stating that;
- The candidate is permitted to pursue studies on a Part Time basis.
- His/her official duties permit him/her to devote sufficient time for research.
- If required, he/she will be relieved from the duty to complete the course work.
The NOC needs to clearly state points 1-3 indicated above and needs to be on the organization letterhead and signed by the appropriate authority. The contact details of the organization need to be furnished on the letterhead.
PART-B
The candidates selected for the Ph.D Part Time program who are not employed anywhere should submit a self-declaration at the time of joining the program clearly stating that he/she will not join any organization for employment during the course of study without prior intimation and approval from the concerned authority. In case he/she joins any employment while pursuing the doctoral program at XIM University, he/she needs to submit the NOC from the appropriate authority of the new organization (with format and content accordingly as given under PART-A) within 30 days of joining the organization, failing which the studentship will be cancelled.
How to Apply:
Applicants have to fill up the online application form separately for the Doctoral program(s) at: www.xim.edu.in. Upon successfully filling the online application form and paying the application processing fee, the applicant will receive the confirmation by email.
Selection Process:
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their academic records and Statement of Purpose (SoP). The shortlisted candidates will be required to appear for XIM Research Aptitude Test (X-RAT), Presentation, and Personal Interview as per the modes decided and communicated. Details about X-RAT is available separately on our website. Candidates who have qualified UGC NET-JRF within three years (calculated from the date of issuance of the respective scores and the last date of application to the program) will be exempted from X-RAT. However, they will take part in the other selection processes as listed above.
The coursework for the selected candidates is expected to commence from June/July 2024.