Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025 - Expected, Previous Years

Intajur Rahaman

Updated On: October 17, 2024 09:42 PM | XAT

Aspirants can check the Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025 which will be released on the official XAT website. Candidates will find more about the Welingkar XAT cutoff and the admission process in the article below.
Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025

The Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025 will be released for both the Mumbai and Bangalore campuses and is expected to be set at 80-70 percentile for different courses. The Welingkar XAT Cutoff is important for aspirants who wish to apply for admission to the institute using their XAT scores. Candidates must note that meeting the XAT cutoff for Welingkar is the minimum criteria for the shortlisting for the online selection process and does not guarantee admission.

Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool) is one of the top management institutes in the country and every year MBA aspirants apply for admission to the PGDM programs offered by the institute. In this article, we have mentioned all the necessary details regarding the Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025 and the admission process!

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Welingkar Mumbai CAT Cutoff 2023 XAT Score vs Percentile

Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025: Mumbai & Bangalore

Candidates who wish to seek admission to any of the postgraduate management programs offered at Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool) must be aware of the cutoff marks they must meet to be eligible for the selection process. Candidates can check out the Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025 for both the Mumbai and Bangalore campuses in the table below:

Name of the Course

XAT 2025 Cutoff for Mumbai Campus (Percentile)

XAT 2025 Cutoff for Bangalore Campus

  • PGDM
  • PGDM E-Business
  • PGDM Research & Business Analytics

80

75

  • PGDM Retail
  • PGDM Media and Entertainment
  • PGDM Business Design

75

-

PGDM – Healthcare Management

70

-

PGDM – Rural Management

70

-

PGDM - Business Design & Innovation

-

70

Welingkar XAT Cutoff: Previous Years (2023, 2022, 2021)

Candidates can also check out the previous years XAT cutoff for Welingkar Institute to understand how the cutoff patterns have changed over the years. Take a look at the table below to check the Welingkar XAT cutoff for previous years:

Name of the Course

XAT 2023 Cutoff

XAT 2022 Cutoff

XAT 2021 Cutoff

  • PGDM
  • PGDM E-Business
  • PGDM Research & Business Analytics

80 (Mumbai)

75 (Bengaluru)

80 (Mumbai)

75 (Bengaluru)

80 (Mumbai)

75 (Bengaluru)

  • PGDM Retail
  • PGDM Media and Entertainment
  • PGDM Business Design

75

75

80

PGDM – Healthcare Management

75

70

70

PGDM – Rural Management

70

70

70

PGDM - Business Design & Innovation

75 (Bengaluru)

75 (Bengaluru)

75 (Bengaluru)

Welingkar MBA Admission 2025: Key Highlights

Candidates must be aware of all the major benefits of pursuing their postgraduate studies at Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool) before they apply for admission. Take a look at the major highlights for Welingkar mentioned in the table below:

Particulars

Details

Institute Ranking

Ranked 73 among Management Institutes across the country by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (For Mumbai Campus)

Accreditations & Approvals

Accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for its different PGDM management programs. Also approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Placements

One of the top institutes when it comes to placements, Welingkar has consistently improved its record for the highest and average salaries offered to graduates with the highest salary reaching INR 24 LPA and the average salary reaching INR 12.30 LPA for the 2023 placement season at the Mumbai Campus

Top Recruiters

Amazon, Axis Bank, Capgemini, Nestle, Reliance Retail, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, Cognizant, Darashaw, Deutsche Bank, Vedanta

Entrance Exams Accepted

CAT exam , Xavier Aptitude Test , ATMA exam , Common Management Admission Test , Graduate Management Admission Test

Industry Exposure

WeSchool was recognized as the "Best Performing Institution Innovation Council" of West Zone (WRO) by the Ministry of Human Resources Development - Innovation Cell (MIC), in collaboration with AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education), and received the AICTE-CII IndPact Award for Best Industry-Linked Institute for Management (Established).

International Exposure

Among the international partnerships with Welingkar Mumbai are VHL, Netherlands; University of Western Australia; University of Haifa, Israel; Tel Aviv University, Israel; and Malardalen University, Sweden. Sogang University in South Korea, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel, and IDC Herzliya in Israel are among the international partners of Welingkar Bengaluru.

Welingkar 2025 PGDM Eligibility Criteria

Apart from the Welingkar XAT Cutoff the eligibility criteria are a mandatory requirement that aspirants must fulfill if they wish to seek admission to any of the management courses offered at Prin. L.N.Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool). Candidates must make sure they take a look at the eligibility criteria for their preferred courses before applying. Take a look at the general eligibility criteria for PGDM admission at Welingkar mentioned below:

  • Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, which must have a minimum duration of three years, and candidates must have at least 50% aggregate marks or an equivalent CGPA.
  • It must also be noted that for admission to the 2025-26 batch candidates must complete their graduation course by June 2025.
  • Candidates should have registered and appeared in one of the following exams to be considered for admission at Welingkar - CAT 2023/XAT 2025/CMAT 2025/ATMA (Feb 2025)/ GMAT (Taken from 2021 onwards) and must score the required cutoff marks to become eligible for admission.
  • Candidates who have fulfilled the degree requirements and are awaiting results, as well as those who are taking the final year bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification exam, are also qualified to apply for admission.
  • If a final-year student is offered admission and Welingkar determines that they are provisionally eligible, they must turn in their mark sheet and degree certificate from the final year bachelor's degree test by the deadline that the institute announces.

Also Read: Top MBA Colleges Accepting XAT 2025 Scores

Welingkar 2025 Selection Process

The selection process at Welingkar is similar to that of other B-schools who select candidates based on entrance exam scores like CAT, XAT, ATMA, etc. Candidates must be familiar with the selection process along with each of the stages to put in their best effort. The different stages of the Welingkar 2025 Selection Process have been explained below:

Stage 1: Applying for Admission & Appearing for Accepted Entrance Exams

The first step for aspirants who wish to seek admission at Welingkar Institute is to appear for any of the accepting entrance exams which include CAT (2023)/ XAT (2025) / ATMA (Feb 2025)/CMAT (2025) /GMAT (2021 onwards). Candidates who apply for admission before the stipulated deadline will be shortlisted based on the minimum qualifying score in the entrance exam like the Welingkar XAT Cutoff.

Stage 2: Shortlisting for Group Activity/Personal Interview Round

Aspirants are shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process based on several factors which include entrance exam scores, academic profile, and extracurricular activities. The Academic Profile includes Class 10, 12, and Graduation Marks. As for extracurricular activities, only District, State, National & international level achievements are considered. Relevant work experience is also considered during profile-based shortlisting. It must be noted candidates can also be selected for non-profile based shortlisting if they are not shortlisted during profile-based selection.

Stage 3: Group Activity & Personal Interview

During this stage candidates are required to appear for both Group Activity and Personal Interview rounds. During the group activity candidates have to display communication skills, confidence, knowledge, and ability to work as a team. During this round candidates are typically divided into groups and are provided with a topic to elaborate on and discuss by putting forward their views. As for personal interviews, a panel of interviewers assesses the aspirant based on their confidence, managerial skills,  communication skills, interpersonal skills, academic and professional knowledge, etc.

Stage 4: Final Selection

Once all the previous stages of the selection process have been concluded, candidates will be evaluated based on different factors for the final selection. The final evaluation is based on entrance exam scores, relevant work experience, academic profile, extracurricular activities, Group Activity scores, and Personal Interview scores. Final admission is offered to candidates who have performed well in all the aforementioned criteria. Candidates can check the weightage each parameter is given during the final selection round in the table below:

Welingkar Final Selection Parameters

Weightage

Qualifying Entrance Test Score/Percentile:

40%

Academics Profile (Class 10, 12, Graduation)

15%

Pre Interview Questionnaire and Personal Interview (PIQ)

40%

Extracurricular Activities

5%

Total Composite Score

100%

Courses Offered at Welingkar Mumbai & Bangalore

Aspirants have several options when it comes to management courses offered at Welingkar Institute. Candidates must check the admission requirements for the courses they prefer and choose the one that suits them best. Take a look at the different courses offered at Welingkar mentioned below:

Name of the Course

Seat Intake

WeSchool Mumbai Campus

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

180

PGDM -­ E­-Business

120

PGDM -­ Research and Business Analytics

120

PGDM ­- Rural Management

60

PGDM ­- Retail Management

60

PGDM ­- Business Design

60

PGDM -­ Healthcare

60

PGDM ­- Media & Entertainment

60

WeSchool Bengaluru Campus

PGDM

60

PGDM ­- Business Design & Innovation

30

PGDM -­ E­-Business

120

PGDM -­ Research and Business Analytics

60

Hopefully, aspirants found the article on Welingkar XAT Cutoff 2025 informative. Candidates must check out the articles mentioned to learn more!

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FAQs

Which is the best management course offered by Welingkar Institute?

The best management course offered by Welingkar Institute will depend on the candidate’s personal preferences and career goals. That being said, courses like PGDM Research & Business Analytics and PGDM Media and Entertainment have huge scope in the future due to the increasing demand for professionals in these areas.

What are the stages involved in the Welingkar selection process?

The Welingkar selection process includes various stages of assessment like:

  • Applying for Admission & Appearing for Accepted Entrance Exams
  • Group Activity/Personal Interview Round Shortlisting
  • Group Activity/Personal Interview Round
  • Final Selection

What is the eligibility criteria for management admission at Welingkar Institute?

The eligibility criteria for management admission at Welingkar Institute is as follows:

  • A bachelor's degree, with a minimum duration of three years, and at least 50% aggregate marks or an equivalent CGPA (Minimum 45% for reserved category students).
  • A valid score in CAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT and must score the required cutoff marks to become eligible for admission.
  • Candidates awaiting final year results are eligible to apply for admission.

Is the Welingkar XAT cutoff the same for all management courses?

No, the Welingkar XAT cutoff is different for different PGDM courses and specializations offered at the B-school. For instance, the Welingkar XAT cutoff for PGDM, PGDM E-Business, and PGDM Research & Business Analytics courses is 80 whereas the same for PGDM Retail, PGDM Media and Entertainment and PGDM Business Design courses is 75.

What is the shortlisting criteria for Welingkar MBA selection process?

The shortlisting criteria for the Welingkar MBA selection process include several factors other than the entrance exam scores. Candidates are assessed on factors like their academic profile, work experience (if applicable), and extracurricular activities as part of their overall application profile. As for the selection process rounds conducted by the institute, candidates also have to perform well in the Group Activity and Personal Interview to secure admission at Welingkar Institute.

Which is better Welingkar Mumbai or Welingkar Bangalore?

Both Welingkar Mumbai and Welingkar Bangalore are top-ranked institutes and offer a variety of management programs to aspirants. However, the Mumbai campus being older has more credibility and also access to better faculty and facilities as compared to the Bangalore campus.

Which entrance exams are accepted at Welingkar?

Apart from XAT, there are other entrance exams accepted by Welingkar Institute for admission to its various management programs. The entrance exams accepted by Welingkar include:

  • CAT
  • XAT
  • CMAT
  • ATMA
  • GMAT

Are candidates only accepted at Welingkar based on entrance exam scores?

No, Welingkar shortlists candidates for its management programs on the basis of either their profile or their percentile score in the accepted entrance exams. Candidates who are able to score the required percentile score in CAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT are shortlisted for the selection process.

What are the factors determining the XAT cutoff for Welingkar?

The XAT cutoff for Welingkar is determined by several factors which vary every year. The factors determining the XAT cutoff for Welignkar include:

  • Total Number of Applicants
  • Total Number of XAT Qualifiers
  • XAT Difficulty Level
  • Institute Ranking
  • Management Program Preferred

Is meeting the XAT cutoff for Welingkar enough for admission?

No, meeting the XAT cutoff for Welingkar is not enough to secure admission. Meeting the Welingkar XAT Cutoff enables candidates to participate in the selection process. Candidates must participate in the selection process rounds for Welingkar and if they perform, they will be selected for their preferred management programs based on their overall performance in all rounds of the admission process.

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