Our Story
For over four hundred and fifty years the Jesuits have been in the field of education. In September 1540, their founder, Ignatius of Loyola, established the Society of Jesus in the Catholic Church to help persons live out their humane life. Because of his own studies in the University of Paris to obtain a Masters in Theology, he gauged that providing education was the best means to achieve that aim.
Schools and universities were set up and, quite soon after his death, the Jesuits came to be referred to as the "School Masters of Europe." Already during his lifetime, starting with Francis Xavier, the Jesuits started to arrive in Asia, and almost immediately they set up schools and colleges, like St Paul's in Goa in 1542. X-TECH has drawn on the large Jesuit legacy to choose and plan its programmes of studies.
"Jesuit education is geared for much more than the mere training of the mind. The heart must also be activated so that the individual person considers one's neighbour as one's own other self."
St. Xavier's Technical Institute (X-TECH) is one of 130 Universities/Colleges in the world and one of 84 colleges in India that is managed by the Jesuit Order. It started off in the early 1930s on the premises of St Xavier's College, Mumbai, Fort, and when it soon began to burgeon it also demanded larger premises, which were found in Mahim.
The original need was for an institution that could train radio communication officers for the shipping industry. The Jesuits decided to set up St Xavier's Technical Institute, a polytechnic that would serve the maritime interests. With the rapid development of Information Technology, a further need was recognised for providing quality education in Computers and Electronics, and thus in 2005 a degree-level college, XIE, was set up alongside X-tech.
X-TECH has a programme that offers personal care to every student, and fosters a holistic formation. The students appreciate the one-on-one chats with their mentors (ombudsman and the staff). Classrooms are planned to contain no more than 60 students and the staff-student ratio is 1:15. The laboratories have state-of-the-art equipment.
X-TECH is affiliated to Directorate of Technical Education, but it is autonomous. Various courses have been added over the years: programming skills in Python, Embedded systems, Internet of Things, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence. These courses and the talents of X-TECH students have caught the attention of major industries and corporations.
Vision & Mission
We envision a world where every student who walks through our doors emerges not just technically skilled, but fundamentally transformed — equipped with the values, knowledge, and spirit to lead meaningful lives in service of others.
To provide an excellent education rooted in Jesuit values — developing technically proficient, ethically grounded, socially responsible engineers and technologists who contribute positively to society and industry.
Leadership & Administration
Our institute is guided by experienced Jesuit educators and technical academics who bring decades of expertise in education, research, and industry collaboration.
A Jesuit priest with over 30 years of experience in technical and higher education. Visionary leader committed to excellence and holistic formation.
Accomplished educator and researcher with extensive experience in technical education, curriculum development, and academic leadership.
Jesuit Educational Network in India
St. Xavier's Technical Institute is proud to be part of a distinguished network of 84 Jesuit colleges in India, collectively forming one of the most prestigious educational systems in the country. The most popular Jesuit Institutions in India include:
Jesuit Education International Network
X-TECH is one of 130 Universities and Colleges worldwide managed by the Jesuit Order — a global network spanning six continents, united by a shared commitment to academic excellence, ethical formation, and service to humanity.
Jesuit pedagogy begins with the premise that encountering reality in the world is less a threat and more of an opportunity to realise a person's true potential. At the end of studies in a Jesuit institution, graduates possess the critical awareness to navigate a complex world with integrity and purpose.
"Already during his lifetime, starting with Francis Xavier, the Jesuits started to arrive in Asia, and almost immediately they set up schools and colleges, like St Paul's in Goa in 1542."
Our Alumni-Owned Companies
Our alumni have gone on to build successful ventures, startups, and enterprises — a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit and technical excellence nurtured at X-TECH.
Our Recruiters
About 57 companies come to our campus to recruit our students every year. Our graduates are sought after by some of India's most respected organisations across technology, engineering, and consulting sectors.