Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)
A national-level entrance exam conducted by XLRI for admission to MBA/PGDM programs at XLRI and other top management institutes in India.
Key Dates
- Registration: Jul - Nov
- Admit Card: Dec
- Exam Date: First Sunday of January
- Result: End of January
Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years duration from a recognized university. Final year students can also apply.
Application Process
Apply online through the official XAT website. Complete registration, upload documents, and pay the application fee.
Exam Pattern
Computer-based test with sections: Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, General Knowledge, and Essay Writing.
Syllabus
VALR
Reading Comprehension, Critical Reasoning, Grammar, Vocabulary.
DM
Business Decision Making, Ethical Scenarios, Case-based Questions.
QA_DI
Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation.
GK
Current Affairs, Business, Economy, Static GK.
Preparation Tips
- Practice decision-making caselets regularly.
- Focus on reading editorials for VARC and GK.
- Strengthen fundamentals of QA topics.
- Attempt full-length mock tests.
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