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XAT

Xavier Aptitude Test — Conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur

Management
XLRI and 160+ XAMI member institutes
Typically January
National Level
80,000+
Candidates
Computer Based
Mode
Key Dates
Registration
Typically August - December
Exam
Typically first Sunday of January
Result
Typically January
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XAT Overview

XAT is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by XLRI and accepted by several top private B-schools.

Conducting Body
XLRI Jamshedpur
Exam Level
National Level
Category
Management
Programmes
MBA / PGDM
Accepting Institutes
XLRI and 160+ XAMI member institutes
Exam Schedule
Typically January
Mode
Computer Based
Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with minimum marks as per institute norms.
Final-year students can apply.

Exam Pattern

Computer-based test with sections on Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, followed by General Knowledge and an essay.

Syllabus Overview

No official syllabus; reading comprehension, logical reasoning, decision making, quantitative aptitude and general awareness.

How to Apply

Register on the XAT website and fill the application.
Pay the fee and select preferred test city.
Appear in the test and apply to XAMI institutes for GD/PI.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is XAT harder than CAT?
XAT includes a Decision Making section that is unique to it, so preparation differs from CAT.
Colleges & Universities

XAT score is accepted by XLRI and 160+ XAMI member institutes and other participating institutes.

Important Dates
Registration
Typically August - December
Exam
Typically first Sunday of January
Result
Typically January

Dates change every year — always confirm on the official website.

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