ComparisonXLRI XSM JamshedpurIIFT New Delhi
Which is better XLRI or IIFT?
Posted On - Jun 29, 20212 Answers
XLRI and IIFT are both excellent. What matters is which one you are able to enter. Simply focus on each exam and consider it important, and you will be admitted. When you have a choice, you can make a decision. In terms of the alumni network, corporate connect, international collaboration, placement, PPOs, and offers, both Business Schools rank higher than many IIMs.
Although you can consider XLRI slightly better than IIFT because of the following factors:
You must take your time, look at each and every possible aspect of both colleges and decide what suits best for your future prospects. You should not blindly follow people’s opinions, rather do what you think is good for you.
| Factors | XLRI | IIFT |
| Established | 1963 | 1949 |
| BT Ranking | 9 | 3 |
| NIRF Ranking 2022 | 24 | 8 |
| Specialization | MBA IB | PGDM, PGDM HRM |
| Exam Accepted | IIFT Test | XAT/GMAT |
| Test Cutoff | IIFT Score: 48.5 | XAT: 96 |
| Full-Time Faculty | 41 | 82 |
| Average Salary 2022 | 25 LPA | 32 LPA |
You must take your time, look at each and every possible aspect of both colleges and decide what suits best for your future prospects. You should not blindly follow people’s opinions, rather do what you think is good for you.
While both of the institutes are great, XLRI definitely has an edge. I have friends currently studying in both colleges and honestly, XLRI makes up for the better choice. Have a look at the following reasons to know why.
- XLRI holds a legacy of being one of the prime B-schools across the nation and currently, it is amongst the top 5 b-schools in India.
- XLRI provides a course in HR and Business Management whereas IIFT has only 1 specialization in International Business. The HR specialization provided by XLRI is the best in the Asia-Pacific region.
- You will see a rich campus culture as it belongs to one of the first business schools across the globe (including Harvard business school).
- In terms of academic excellence, infrastructure, campus life, and placements as well XLRI scores way above. One of my friends states it is the best campus to spend your journey.
- XLRI has a bigger reputation and a close-knit alumni network both in India and abroad.
- ‘Having the tag of XLRI can never let you be jobless at any point in life. Yes, the brand name can get you unlimited job opportunities.
|
Institute |
XLRI |
IIFT |
|
Average CTC |
25 LPA |
21.08 LPA |
|
Highest CTC |
60 LPA |
46 LPA |
|
Major recruiters |
Master Card, DE Shaw, Microsoft |
Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant |
At the end of the day, it also depends on what your cup of tea is. If HR and business management is your interest, then XLRI is the best choice. On the other hand, if you are looking for international business specialization and the glamorous big city life of Delhi, then IIFT should be your call.
