XAT 2025– The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur, for admission to various MBA/PGDM programs across XLRI and other affiliated institutes.
XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) is on of the premier entrance exams for serious MBA aspirants. It is a nationwide entrance exam for MBA/ PGP Programs conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur, which has a remarkable legacy of over 70 years and is entrusted with identifying the most deserving candidates for its esteemed management programs through the XAT.
XAT and XLRI Registration Process can be completed through a single application form, however, an additional payment may be required for those opting for an XLRI Program. XAT is considered to be one of the must -sit-for exams in the country for MBA admissions, and its scores hold immense value as it is regarded as one of the most challenging entrance exams. The XAT exam is Scheduled to be held on January, 2025, and has a duration of 205 minutes, consisting of five sections with moderately difficult questions.
XAT 2025 Important Dates
| EVENTS | DATES |
| Starting Date of XAT Registration | July 15, 2024 |
| XAT Closing date of Registration | November, 2024 |
| Correction window | November 2024 |
| Admit Card | December 2024 (Expected) |
| Exam Date | Jan 5, 2025 |
| Result | June 2025 |
XAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates should Graduate in Any stream from any recognized university of India.
- Candidates who are appearing in 2024 of their final exam can also apply.
XAT 2025 Application Fee
| CATEGORY | APPLICATION FEE |
| XAT Registration fee (with late fee) | Rs. 2100/- |
| XLRI Programmes needs to pay an additional fee | Rs. 200/- each |
| Apply for GMP through GMAT | Rs. 2500/- |
| NRI/ Foreign Candidates Applying for one or more Program through GMAT | Rs. 5000/- |
XAT 2025 Exam Pattern
| XAT DIVISION | SECTIONS | TOTAL QUESTIONS | DURATION |
| Part -1 | Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning | 26 | 175 MINUTES |
| Decision Making | 21 | ||
| Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation | 28 | ||
| Part – 2 | General Knowledge | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| Analytical Essay Writing (AEW) | 1 Descriptive Topic | ||
| Total Questions (Part – 1 + Part – 2) | 100+1 Essay | ||
How to Apply for XAT 2025
Step-1: Open your search engine and visit on the official website of XAT i.e. https://xatonline.in/
Step-2: At homepage looking for the “XAT Application 2025 Link”.
Step-3: If you are not registered on XAT portal then firstly, registered yourself.
Step-4: Fill your Required personal details.
Step-5: Upload All required scan documents.
Step-6: Pay Application Fee
Step-7: Before submission Your application click on review button and check all filling details.
Step-8: If all details are correct then click on the Submit button.
Step-9: Take a print out of your application for further references.
SYLLABUS OVERVIEW:
- Verbal and Logical Ability (VA & LR):
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Critical Reasoning
- Sentence Correction
- Decision Making (DM):
- Analytical Reasoning
- Decision-Making Scenarios
- Ethical Dilemmas
- Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation (QA & DI):
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Data Interpretation
- General Knowledge (GK):
- Current Affairs
- Static GK
- Business and Economy
- Awards and Recognitions
- Sports
Last updated on July 28th, 2024 at 12:08 pm