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 Xavier University, Bhubaneswar 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.
DOCTORAL PROGRAM (FULL-TIME):
OVERVIEW
This program is intended to prepare full-time participants for research and teaching positions both within and outside academia. Our doctoral scholars are expected to be innovative knowledge builders 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 a 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.
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 of a particular school need not apply to the school.
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: Candidates should have |
|---|---|
|
School of Commerce |
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline 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 out 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 (XRAT), followed by Research Presentation, and Personal Interview, the details of which will be communicated in due course. Details about XRAT are available separately on our website www.xim.edu.in/admission.
Candidates who have qualified UGC NET (Category-1: JRF) will be exempted from XRAT. However, they will take part in the other selection processes as listed above.
Candidates qualified in UGC-NET (Category-2: Assistant Professor and Category-3: Admission to Ph.D) may appear for XRAT (Conducted by XIM University) to become eligible for a University Scholarship based on merit. These candidates are required to take part in the other selection processes as listed above.
The coursework for the selected candidates is expected to commence tentatively from July 2027.
DURATION OF THE PROGRAM
The doctoral program is for a minimum duration of three (3) years and a maximum duration of six (6) years following doctoral registration. Those who join after a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree will need to go through an initial pre-doctoral coursework that has been prescribed.
| Timeline | Milestone / Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
|
Year 1 |
June/July |
University Registration & Program Admission |
|
June/July – May |
Pre-Doctoral Coursework (Mandatory for 4-Year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree entrants) |
|
|
Year 1/2 |
June/July – May |
Doctoral Registration followed by Doctoral Coursework |
|
End of Coursework |
Comprehensive Qualifying Examination |
|
|
Year 2 / 3+ |
Subsequent Years |
Thesis Phase: – Domain Review Seminar – Research Review Seminars (Optional) – Draft Proposal Seminar (Optional) – Thesis Proposal Seminar – Thesis Submission Seminar |
|
Final Year |
Completion Phase |
Thesis Submission & Open Thesis Defence |
DOCTORAL PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
PRE-DOCTORAL COURSEWORK:
Candidates joining after a minimum of 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree will be required to attend the pre-doctoral coursework that is prescribed by the Research Committee of the school, for an expected duration of one year.
DOCTORAL COURSEWORK:
The purpose of doctoral coursework is to expose Ph.D students to the basic curriculum of the field of study and a variety of pedagogical approaches followed in academics and teaching. The doctoral coursework spans one year. The credit requirement ranges from 12 to 18 credits, determined by the total number of courses the Ph.D student completes.
COMPREHENSIVE QUALIFYING EXAMINATION:
The Comprehensive qualifying examination will be conducted after the successful completion of the coursework. After successful completion of the comprehensive qualifying examination, the student will be allowed to proceed to the Thesis Phase.
THESIS PHASE:
This phase will involve working on the thesis proposal till the final submission of the thesis. The scholar is conferred the title as given below on successful completion of all the requirements of the thesis.
| School | Title of Conferment |
|---|---|
|
School of Commerce |
Doctor of Philosophy in Commerce |
Any extension of time beyond the expected completion duration as noted above will be based on the review of the progress status of the scholars in concern. Students failing to comply with the program requirements will be de-registered. A student has to meet all the requirements of the Doctoral Program according to the prescribed standards and no exemption will be granted for any reason whatsoever.
PH.D ACTIVITY DATES 2027:
| Sr. No. | Activity | Dates |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Last date for On-line Application |
February 28, 2027 |
|
2 |
Conducting XRAT (Research Aptitude Test of XIM University, Bhubaneswar) |
April 2027 (Tentatively) |
|
3 |
Presentation, and Admission Interviews |
April 2027 (Tentatively) |
|
4 |
Declaration of Admission Results |
May 2027 (Tentatively) |
|
5 |
Issuance of admission letter to selected candidates |
May 2027 (Tentatively) |
|
6 |
Student Admission & Mentorship Program
(Academic Program calendar starts immediately following this)
|
July 2027 (Tentatively) |
X-RAT GUIDELINES:
XRAT is the Research Aptitude Test conducted by XIM University, Bhubaneswar as a part of the Ph.D admission process. The XIM Research Aptitude Test (XRAT) evaluates foundational skills essential for academic research: writing ability, verbal ability and comprehension, logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude and basic knowledge in the domain of research.
INDICATIVE AREAS OF RESEARCH:
At the time of applying for admission, candidates are required to choose their School. They should also indicate their preferred area of research from the list provided below; this will however be formalized by the end of the doctoral coursework
SCHOOL OF COMMERCE
- A&F: Challenges and scope of carbon trading in India
- A&F: Fintech and Financial Inclusion
- HRM/OB: AI and HRM Practices
- Marketing: Marketing Communication in Virtual Platforms
- A&F: Digital Inclusion and Accounting
- A&F: Sustainable Finance/Green Finance and firm performance
- HRM/OB: Sustainable HRM/Green HRM
- Marketing: Omni-channel marketing strategy in the digital platform era
CONTACT US
All Doctoral Program admission-related queries may be addressed to: [email protected]
Phone: +91-674-6647 766/806/807
(During office hours:- 8:30am -12:30pm & 1:30pm – 5:00pm on Weekdays)