The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is one of the most renowned management entrance exams conducted in India for admission to various postgraduate management programs. XAT serves as a gateway to various management programs offered by XLRI and many other top-tier B-schools across the country.
The XAT exam is conducted annually in January by XLRI on behalf of the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI).Since its inception in 1956, XAT has maintained its unique nature by incorporating a subjective essay writing section in addition to the Objective Multiple Choice questions (MCQs)
XAT score is the total marks scored in the XAT test & XAT percentile is the rank of the student in the exam. If the candidate score more than 35 marks his percentile will be 95 .The XLRI XAT Cutoff is between 92 to 95 percentiles.
Date of XAT Exam 2024: January 7, 2024
Registration start date: July 15, 2023
Registration End date: November 30, 2023
Admit card download: From December 20 onwards
XAT Fees 2024:
XAT Registration Fee – Rs. 2100/-
Candidates interested in XLRI programmes have to pay an additional fee of Rs. 200/- each.
XAT Eligibility Criteria 2024
To be eligible for XAT exam, a candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree or be in the final year of their bachelor’s program. There are no specific percentage requirements, and candidates from any discipline can apply. Working professionals with CA, CMA, CS, degrees are also prefer these programmes
XAT Exam syllabus
Number of Multiple choice Questions: 100 (1 marks each), Reduction for each incorrect answer is 0.25 marks and reduction of marks for each un attempted questions is 0.10 marks.Essay Question: Paragraph of 250 words
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- Verbal and Logical ability : In this phase candidates are evaluated on their command over English language, including their understanding of grammar rules, reading comprehension and logical thinking
- Quantitative ability and data interpretation : This section assesses candidates analytical and quantitative skills in areas like arithemetic,geometric,algera,and data interpretation
- Decision Making: Candidates are tested on their capacity to make morally sound decisions under duress in the decision making part, which also includes case studies and situational questions.
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- General Knowledge: Candidates general knowledge is tested in this section, which includes questions on current events, static GK, and business
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- Each section will contain between 22 to 30 questions.
- General Knowledge and Essay sections will not be considered for the cutoff score. Their evaluation will be only during the interview stage
XAT Registration Process
- Register yourself.
- Verify email ID.
- Fill XAT Application form online
- Upload required documents.
- Pay application fees.
- Submit your application form.
Programs Offered by XLRI are as follows:
XLRI, with its legacy of excellence, offers various management programs, producing business leaders and change-makers who embody ethical values and excel in the corporate world.
Business Management Programme (BM): A flagship two-year full-time MBA program that focuses on developing business leaders
Human Resource Management Programme (HRM): Two-year full-time MBA program that specializes in human resource management.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM or GM):18 Months/Formerly known as GMP
Fellow Programme in Management (FPM): XLRI’s doctoral program aimed at nurturing research scholars
XLRI-RBS Double-master’s Programme
Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Creation Programme (IEV)
XLRI Online Program for working professionals (2 years):
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM)
Post Graduate Diploma in Finance
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Indian candidates can apply through GMAT/GRE for PGDM (GM) whereas an NRI/Foreign national can apply through GMAT for all the programmes. GRE scores are only valid for PGDM (GM).
Fee for Indian Candidates applying for PGDM (GM) through GMAT/GRE– Rs. 2500/-
Fee for NRI/Foreign Candidates applying for one or more programmes through GMAT– Rs. 5000/-