The Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS) originated as an extension department of St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi, in 1955. Its primary aim was to provide training to young individuals in areas such as Rural Development, Personnel Management, and Industrial Relations. In 1973, the institute attained independent status and was registered as a separate educational society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Subsequently, in 1978, it relocated to its current location and has since established itself as a distinguished institution in the field of management education, research, consultancy, and development interventions, carving out its own distinct identity as a center of excellence.