Financial Times Ranking Placed XLRI Among Top 100 Business Schools
Key Points:
- XLRI climbed eight places in global executive education ranking
- Financial Times placed XLRI 77th worldwide for 2026
- Ranking recognised leadership and lifelong learning initiatives
JAMSHEDPUR – XLRI secured the 77th position globally in the Financial Times Executive Education Open Rankings 2026.
Meanwhile, the institute improved from last year’s 85th position. The ranking placed XLRI among leading global business schools.
Moreover, the recognition highlighted XLRI’s executive education initiatives. Leadership development programmes also received international acknowledgment.
Furthermore, the ranking reflected XLRI’s industry-focused learning approach. Organisers emphasised globally relevant educational experiences.
In addition, the institute highlighted lifelong learning commitments through executive programmes. Officials also stressed organisational and social impact.
Besides, the Financial Times ranking recognised business schools worldwide. XLRI remained among the Top 100 institutions globally.
Moreover, the institute continued focusing on leadership-oriented education programmes. Executive learning remained a major institutional priority.
Furthermore, the ranking acknowledged impactful professional development initiatives. Industry-oriented learning frameworks also received recognition.

