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    About XAT Exam:

    The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a prominent national MBA entrance exam administered by the prestigious Xavier Labour Relation Institute (XLRI) in Jamshedpur, India. With a great tradition spanning over 70 years, XLRI has been tasked with identifying the most eligible candidates for its prestigious management programs via the XAT. XAT scores are highly valued and acknowledged by 11 XAMI member institutes, 83 associate institutes, and over 600 other prestigious business schools in India.


    The following is an outline of what applicants should expect before beginning their XAT preparations.


    Highlights Details
    XAT Full-form Xavier Aptitude Test
    Official Website xatonline.in
    Conducting Body XLRI Jamshedpur
    Mode of Exam Online (Computer-based)
    Medium of Exam English
    Total Time 3 hours and 30 minutes
    Total Questions 100-105
    Sections Part 1: Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation

    Part 2: General Knowledge and Essay Writing
    XAT Application Form Online
    Courses Offered MBA, PGDM

    XAT 2025 Important Dates:


    The following is an outline of what applicants should expect before beginning their XAT preparations.


    XAT Events XAT 2025 Dates
    XAT notification date 2025 July 15, 2024
    XAT 2025 registration form date July 15, 2024
    XAT 2025 registration last date November 30th, 2024
    XAT 2025 admit card date To be notified
    XAT 2025 exam date January 5, 2025
    Response sheet of XAT 2025 January 9, 2025 (Tentative)
    Release of XAT 2025 answer key January 9, 2025 (Tentative)
    Last date for XAT answer key objection filling January 14, 2025 (Tentative)
    XAT 2025 result date January 31, 2025 (Tentative)
    XAT 2025 scorecard January 31 to March 31, 2025 (Tentative)

    XAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria:

    • The XLRI Jamshedpur will release the XAT eligibility criteria 2025 along with the official notification. These criteria explain the minimum prerequisites for candidates to take the exam.
    • The most important parts of the XAT eligibility criteria are academic qualifications, age limits, and qualifying exam scores. Before beginning the XAT registration procedure, candidates must review all XAT eligibility requirements. This is significant since disqualified candidates are not permitted to take the exam despite successfully completing the registration process.

    XAT Academic Qualifications 2025


    The XAT 2025 academic qualifying requirements for admission to all XAMI-affiliated colleges and other MBA programs accepting XAT scores are as follows:


    • Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3-year course duration from a recognized university in any discipline.
    • Candidates in the last year of their bachelor's degree program or those awaiting final year results are also eligible to take the XAT exam.
    • Final-year students must submit a bachelor's degree certificate and mark sheet by the end of the admission year.

    XAT 2025 Age Limit


    • There is no upper age limit for the XAT exam. Candidates of any age are allowed to apply for the XAT exam 2025. Both fresh graduates and professionals can take the XAT exam.

    XAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria for NRIs


    • NRI individuals applying for admission to XLRI institutes must submit valid GMAT scores. However, candidates must finish the XAT registration process because it is required for admission. NRI candidates with GMAT scores can pursue MBA programs in human resource management, general management, and business management.


    XAT 2025 Paper Pattern:


    XAT Division Sections Sections Total Questions Time Allotted
    Part 1 Verbal and Logical Ability
    Decision Making
    Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation     		26
    22
    28     		175 minutes
    Part 2 Mock Keyboard Testing - 5 minutes
    Part 3 General Knowledge
    Essay Writing     		25
    1     		30 minutes
    Total 102 210 Minutes

    XAT Exam Pattern 2025: Highlights


    Before taking the XAT 2025 exam, it is critical to have a thorough awareness of the details. This understanding will allow for greater comprehension and more effective preparation. Here are some important details to consider.


    XAT Exam Structure Exam Details
    Number of sections July 5
    Number of sections 5
    XAT time limit 3 hours and 30 minutes (210 minutes)
    Number of questions 105
    Total marks 105
    Number of answer choices Five
    Mode of examination Online
    XAT marking scheme +1 mark for correct answer
    - 0.25 marks for incorrect answer
    - 0.10 marks for more than 8 consecutive un-attempted questions
    No negative marking in GK section

    XAT Marking System:


    XAT Exam Pattern 2025: Marking Scheme.


    • Every right answer in the MCQs will result in a +1 mark.
    • An incorrect attempt results in a 0.25-mark penalty.
    • Aside from these marks, a candidate cannot leave more than 8 questions unanswered.
    • All unanswered questions (more than 8) result in a penalty (expected) of 0.10 marks.
    • The General Knowledge Section has no negative marking.
    • This component of the XAT exam format makes the exam challenging due to the limit on the number of questions that can be left unanswered.
    • As a result, candidates must carefully plan their XAT exam strategy. This can only be developed after a candidate has attempted multiple mock tests.
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    Selection Process Following XAT 2025:


    All institutes that accept XAT scores have their own admissions processes and interview rounds. The XAT admission procedure for XLRI Jamshedpur consists mostly of three parts. They are as follows:


    Step 1: Shortlisting Candidates:

    • To be considered for the subsequent admission rounds, candidates must score above the XAT cutoffs

    Step 2: Group Discussion & Interview:

    • Shortlisted candidates must go through a group discussion and an interview stage. These rounds will take place at multiple centers across many cities, and shortlisted candidates will be required to select their preferred location.

    Step 3: Final selection:

    • The final list of candidates will be compiled using XAT scores, GD-PI rounds, and academic history, among other criteria. Thus, the final candidates would be required to complete the admissions processes.

    XAT 2025 Registration/Application Fee:

    • The XAT Exam Fees are not differentiated based on the candidate's category, unlike most other MBA Entrance Exams. Aside from the XAT application fees, candidates must pay for the programs that they desire to apply for: XAT Registration Fee (No Late Fee) - INR. 2200/- Candidates interested in the XLRI program(s) need to pay an additional fee of INR 200/- each.

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