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XAT 2024 Cut off has been released by XLRI Jamshedpur for the PGDM BM and HRM programs on xatonline.in. XAT 2024 Cut off for XLRI BM program is 96 and 95 percentile for male engineer and non-engineer candidates respectively. For female candidates, the cut off for engineer and non-engineering candidates is 91 and 90 percentile respectively.
XAT Cut off 2024 for XLRI HRM program is between 88-95 percentile depending on the gender and academic background of the candidates. XAT scores are also valid for admission to 114 XAT associate members and 12 XAMI members. Check XAT Cut off 2024 for XLRI and Other Top MBA Colleges
XLRI published XAT 2024 result on the official website- xatonline.in. Download XAT scorecard 2024 using your XAT ID and date of birth credentials now. XAT 2024 toppers list including the names and percentile scores of those with 95+ percentile is available, check here
For getting a 95+ percentile in XAT 2024, a good score is 12-13 in decision making, 14-15 in verbal & logical ability, and 15-16 in Quant & DI with 95% accuracy. Check XAT score vs percentile analysis
XLRI previously released XAT 2024 response sheet and answer key on the official website.
This year, the number of questions are reduced from 101 to 100. XAT 2024 question paper comprises 21 questions in Decision Making (earlier 22), 26 in Verbal & Logical Ability, 28 in Quant & DI, and 25 in GK.
Latest Updates:
- XAT 2024 analysis, topic-wise weightage, student reactions, good attempts
- XLRI releases XAT 2024 question paper PDF, download here
There have been significant seat expansions at XLRI:
- The seats for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management in Business Management (PGDM-BM) at the XLRI Jamshedpur campus have gone up from 180 to 240.
- Similarly, at the XLRI Delhi NCR campus, the seats for the PGDM-BM have increased from 120 to 180.
Excitingly, XLRI Jamshedpur has introduced a new program titled Post Graduate Diploma in Management in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Venture Creation (PGDM-IEV).
Ques. Is XAT tougher than CAT?
Ans. Yes, XAT is considered to be tougher than CAT mainly because of three reasons:
- The presence of additional sections of GK, Decision Making, and Essay in XAT
- The difficulty level of questions asked in XAT Quant-DI, Verbal & Logical Reasoning is similar or higher than CAT.
- The presence of negative marking for unattempted questions in XAT makes it even more challenging.
Ques. Is XLRI better than IIM?
Ans. Based on the latest NIRF 2023 rankings for management colleges in India, XLRI ranks lower than only 7 out of the 21 IIMs- IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Kozhikode, IIM Lucknow, IIM Mumbai, IIM Indore, and IIM Calcutta. As per these rankings, you can consider XLRI to be a better option than the other 14 IIMs.
Ques. Does SP Jain accept XAT scores?
Ans. No, SP Jain does not accept XAT scores for admission to its MBA/ PGDM programs. For admission to SP Jain Institute Mumbai, you need CAT or GMAT scores.
What is XAT Exam?
XAT stands for Xavier Aptitude Test. XAT is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur to provide admission to MBA/ PGDM courses. XLRI has been conducting XAT exam for 70+ years on behalf of XAMI. XAT exam is one of the most sought-after by MBA aspirants as XAT score is accepted in more than 700 colleges across the country including XLRI, 95 XAT Associates, and the 12 XAMI member institutes. Check XAT 2024 College Predictor
XAT Exam Date 2024
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| XAT Registration Date | July 15 to December 10, 2023 |
| XAT 2024 Exam Date | January 7, 2024 |
| Validity of GMAT/ GRE Score | December 1, 2018, to December 31, 2023 |
| XAT Response Sheet | January 11, 2024 |
| XAT Answer Key | January 15, 2024 |
| Declaration of XAT result | January 20, 2024 |
| XAT Cut off (Out) | January 31, 2024 |
| Chat with Experts & Aspirants, get exclusive insights: Join XAT Exam Community |
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XAT 2024 Highlights
XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), considered the toughest MBA entrance tests in India alongside CAT, is conducted every year by XLRI Jamshedpur.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| XAT Full form | Xavier Aptitude Test |
| XAT Exam Conducting Body | XLRI (Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur) |
| XAT Exam Level | National |
| Number of Questions | 100 MCQs carrying 1 mark each + 1 Essay (250 words) |
| Sections in XAT exam |
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| XAT Exam Duration | 210 minutes (175 minutes for Part 1, 5 minutes for Part 2, and 30 minutes for Part 3) |
| Courses Offered | MBA/PGDM/Executive Diploma |
| Total Intake in XLRI Jamshedpur | 180 seats each for PGDM BM & HRM programs |
| XAT 2024 Official Website | xatonline.in |
Also Read: 135000 registrations for XAT 2024, 40% more than last year
XAT 2024 Paper Analysis
XAT exam difficulty level is higher than other MBA exams like CAT and NMAT. XAT 2024 Exam Analysis is provided here for the test-takers to help them get an idea of the important topics, difficulty level of questions, the type of questions, good attempts, and expected cut off. Based on the initial student feedback, the overall difficulty level was moderate to tough. Most candidates have reported QADI and RC questions to be of moderate to high difficulty.
- Logical Ability questions were of moderate difficulty.
- DM section was tricky and lengthy. There were 7 sets with 3 questions each.
- The overall difficulty level was similar to last year’s paper.
- In the QADI section, there were 4 DI sets covering 11 questions.
XAT Cut off 2024 (Out)
XAT Cut off is the minimum XAT percentile score required to participate in the PGDM/ MBA selection process of XLRI and other XAT score accepting colleges. XAT Cut Off varies for different colleges depending on various factors- seat intake, number of eligible candidates, preferred field of study, and the difficulty level of XAT exam. Check XAT Cut Off
XAT Cut off 2024 for XLRI HRM Program
| XAT Sections | XLRI XAT 2024 Cut off for HRM | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Engineering | Male Non-Engineering | Female Engineering | Female Non-Engineering | |
| VALR | 90 | 90 | 85 | 85 |
| DM | 85 | 85 | 78 | 78 |
| QA | 80 | 75 | 73 | 68 |
| Overall XAT Cut off | 95 | 93 | 90 | 88 |
XAT Cut off 2024 for XLRI BM Program
| XAT Sections | XLRI XAT 2024 Cut off for BM | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Engineering | Male Non-Engineering | Female Engineering | Female Non-Engineering | |
| VALR | 83 | 83 | 80 | 80 |
| DM | 85 | 86 | 80 | 81 |
| QA | 86 | 85 | 81 | 80 |
| Overall XAT Cut off | 96 | 95 | 91 | 90 |
XAT Previous Year Cut off
Going through XAT previous year cut offs is essential to get an idea of the cut off trends. Given below is XAT cut off 2023, 2022 & 2021 for XLRI BM and HRM courses.
XAT Cut Off for XLRI 2023 for HRM Program
XAT Sections | XLRI XAT 2023 Cut off for HRM | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Engineering | Male Non-Engineering | Female Engineering | Female Non-Engineering | |
| VALR | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 |
| DM | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| QA | 75 | 70 | 65 | 60 |
| Overall XAT Cut off | 93 | 90 | 91 | 88 |
XAT Cut Off for XLRI 2023: BM Program
| XAT Section | XLRI XAT 2023 Cut off for BM | |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Female | |
| Overall | 95 | 92 |
| VALR | 75 | 75 |
| DM | 75 | 75 |
| QA | 85 | 80 |
XAT Cut Off for XLRI 2022: PGDM-BM Program
| XAT Section | XAT Cut off for Male Candidates | XAT Cut off for Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 90 |
| VALR | 75 | 72 |
| DM | 72 | 72 |
| QA | 80 | 75 |
XAT Cut off for XLRI 2022: XLRI’s PGDM-HRM Program
| Category of Candidate | XAT VALR Cut off | XAT DM Cut off | XAT QA Cut off | Overall XAT Cut off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Engineering | 80 | 70 | 75 | 92 |
| Male Non-Engineering | 80 | 70 | 70 | 90 |
| Female Engineering | 80 | 70 | 64 | 90 |
| Female Non-Engineering | 80 | 70 | 60 | 87 |
XAT Cut off for XLRI 2021: PGDM-BM Program
| XAT Section | XAT Cut off for Male Candidates | XAT Cut off for Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 93 |
| VALR | 74 | 72 |
| DM | 78 | 74 |
| QA | 85 | 75 |
XAT Cut off for XLRI 2021: PGDM-HRM Program
| Category of Candidate | XAT VALR Cut off | XAT DM Cut off | XAT QA Cut off | Overall XAT Cut off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male Engineering | 79 | 73 | 75 | 93 |
| Female Engineering | 74 | 68 | 70 | 91 |
| Male Non-Engineering | 78 | 73 | 70 | 90 |
| Female Non-Engineering | 73 | 68 | 65 | 88 |
| SC | 55 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
| ST | 50 | 50 | 50 | 55 |
XAT 2024 Cut off for Other Colleges (Expected)
| XAT College | Expected XAT Cut Off Percentile |
|---|---|
| Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneshwar | 90+ |
| SPJIMR, Mumbai | 90+ |
| Institute of Management Technology(IMT), Ghaziabad | 90+ |
| Great lakes Institute of Management, Chennai | 80+ |
| Goa Institute of Management | 85+ |
| KJ Somaiya | 85+ |
| FORE School of Management | 85+ |
| IRMA Anand | 80+ |
| LIBA Chennai | 80+ |
| TAPMI Institute | 80+ |
| Birla Institute of Management Technology, Greater Noida | 75+ |
| XIME, Bangalore | 75+ |
| MICA, Ahmedabad | 80+ |
| Welingkar, Mumbai | 75+ |
XAT 2024: XLRI Courses, Fees, and Seat Intake
| XLRI Program | Program Fee (in INR lakhs) | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| 2 years Full-Time Flagship PGDM (Business Management) | 23.6 | 180 |
| 2 years Full-Time PGDM (Human Resource Management) | 23.6 | 180 |
| PGDM (GMP) | 20.95 | 120 |
| Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) | - | 15 |
| Executive Fellow Programme in Management (EXEC-FPM) | 10.18 | 30 |
| Part-time & VIL(Virtual Interactive Learning) (Certificate Program) | 1.60 | - |
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XAT Answer Key and Response Sheet
XLRI releases XAT 2024 Response Sheet and Answer Key at xatonline.in. The same can be viewed and downloaded only by the candidates who took the exam using their login ID and date of birth/ password. The steps to download XAT 2024 answer key are provided below for your convenience:
- Visit xatonline.in and click on the ‘candidate response’ tab.
- Enter your XAT login id and date of birth
- View/ Download your XAT response sheet and answer key.
XAT previous year question papers are available for free download:
XAT Result 2024
XAT 2024 Result has been released in a scorecard format by XLRI Jamshedpur on January 20, 2024.
- To download XAT result from the official website, candidates would need to enter their XAT ID and DOB on the official website- xatonline.in.
- XAT Result will be valid for 1 year from the date of its release.
- XAT Scorecard will mention the personal details of the candidate along with the overall and sectional scores.
- It must be noted that XAT 2024 scores of the GK section will not be considered for the calculation of the final XAT Cut off percentile. It will be of value only during the final selection rounds.
XAT 2024 Selection Process
XAT 2024 Selection Process will begin after the declaration of result. XLRI does not carry out a centralized selection process, hence, every XAT score accepting institute follows its own selection process and criteria. XLRI XAT selection process will include GD-PI rounds. Only candidates shortlisted on the basis of XAT cut offs will be called for GD-PI rounds.
| Rounds | Process PDF |
|---|---|
| XLRI PI Process | Check Here |
| XLRI Group Discussion Process | Check Here |
- Post the conclusion of the PI round, XLRI will prepare the final merit list based on various parameters: XAT 2024 score, XAT GD-PI scores, work experience, past academic scores, and GK & Essay section scores. Read XAT GD-PI Preparation
- The weightage assigned to XAT score & GD/PI scores in the preparation of the final merit list will be 60% & 25% respectively.
Other Institutes may either follow a similar or a distinct selection process depending on their seat intake and allotment criteria.
XLRI Jamshedpur Placement Statistics
XLRI has completed the placements for the 2022 batch for PGDM BM and PGDM HRM programs with a 100% placement record. Here is a brief summary of the placement statistics in XLRI Jamshedpur for the 2022 batch:
- Consulting firms made offers to 24% of the candidates.
- Gaming & Online Services, ITES, E-Commerce constituted 27% of the roles offered to the students.
- Sales & Marketing accounted for 25% of the offers made.
- Amazon, PayTM, ITC, BCG, Accenture Strategy, and Microsoft made the highest number of offers.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Recruiters | 99 |
| New Recruiters | 23 |
| Total Students | 427 |
| Percentage of Students who received Pre-placement Offers | 40.28% |
| Median Salary | INR 29 LPA |
| Average Salary | INR 30.73 LPA |
| Highest Domestic Offer | INR 60+ LPA (BFSI Domain) |
| Highest International Offer | INR 58.5 LPA (S & M Domain) |
| Top 10th Percentile Average Salary | INR 48.42 LPA |
| Top 25th Percentile Average Salary | INR 41.2 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | ITC, Paytm, Accenture, Freshworks, Microsoft, American Express, Amazon, Swiggy, PWC |
XAT 2024: Top Score Accepting MBA/ PGDM Colleges
Find below the list of top XAT 2024 Score Accepting MBA Colleges.
XAT Exam Pattern 2024
As per XAT Exam Pattern 2024, the question paper will be divided into 3 parts having a total of 101 questions. It is extremely important to go through the detailed XAT exam pattern to develop a sound preparation strategy.
- Mode of Exam: XAT is conducted in online CBT mode at test centers located across 70+ major cities of India.
- Medium of XAT Exam: The test is conducted only in English.
- XAT Exam Duration: 210 minutes (3 hours 30 minutes)- 175 minutes for Part 1, 5 minutes for Part 2, and 30 minutes for Part 3
- Number of Questions: 100 MCQs, and 3 essay questions (1 to be attempted).
- Number of Sections: Part 1 comprises 3 sections- Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, and Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation. Part 2 is mock keyboard testing. Part 3 comprises 2 sections- General Knowledge and Essay Writing.
- XAT Marking Scheme: 1 mark awarded for every right answer and 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
- Sectional Division of Questions:
| Parts | Section of XAT Exam | No. of Questions | XAT Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | XAT Decision Making | 175 minutes | |
| XAT Verbal & Logical Ability | 26 | ||
| XAT Quant | 28 | ||
| Part 2 | Mock Keyboard Testing | - | 5 minutes |
| Part 3 | XAT GK | 25 | 30 minutes |
| XAT Essay Writing (attempt 1 of the 3 options) | 1 | ||
| Total | - | 101 | 210 minutes |
XAT Marking Scheme 2024
XAT Marking scheme has not undergone any major changes in the past 2 years. It is recommended to take note of the important points regarding XAT 2024 Marking Scheme:
- Each MCQ carries 1 mark. For every incorrect response, 0.25 marks are deducted.
- A unique feature of XAT exam marking pattern is the deduction of 0.10 marks for every unattempted question after 8 unattended questions.
- The Essay is evaluated only for the candidates shortlisted for the PI round.
- There is no negative marking for the GK section. GK scores are not considered while calculating the final XAT scores.
XAT Syllabus 2024
| Section | Syllabus |
|---|---|
| XAT QA-DI Syllabus | Number System, Work & Time, Probability, Geometry, Mensuration, Modern Maths, Permutation & Combination, Percentage & Ratios, Mixtures & Alligation, Arithmetic, Algebra, Profit and Loss, Speed & Distance, Quadratic Equations, Logarithm, Surds & Indices, Statistics, Trigonometry, DI Graphs, Tables & Charts. |
| XAT Decision Making (DM) Syllabus | Business Decisions, Analytical Reasoning, Ethical Dilemma, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving skills, Prioritization, Situational Conditions, Grouping Test, Data Arrangement Test, Decision Making in a situation. |
| XAT Verbal & Logical Ability Syllabus | Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles, Para Completion, Vocabulary, Grammar, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Synonyms & Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, Odd One Out, etc. |
| XAT GK Syllabus | Static GK and Current Affairs: Politics, Economics, History, Geography, Sports, Business Affairs, National & International Affairs, and States, etc. |
| XAT Essay Writing | A short essay of 250 words on any topic- current affairs, social & economic issues, abstract, science & technology, business & management-oriented topics, etc. |
XAT Preparation 2024
XAT 2024 exam will be held on January 7, 2024, hence there is ample time for XAT 2024 aspirants to prepare well for the exam. XAT exam is considered to be even tougher than CAT exam, thus, preparations should begin early to cover the vast and dynamic syllabus. Your focus should now be on the revision of important formulas and short tricks for Quant and DI section, attempting XAT mock test regularly and analyzing it, strategizing on the ideal attempts based on XAT score vs percentile analysis of last 2 years.
Given below are the section-wise preparation tips and strategies for XAT 2024 along with some of the most recommended books for XAT preparation.
XAT 2024 Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation Preparation
XAT 2024 Question paper will comprise 28 questions from various topics of the QADI syllabus. The major tips to ace XAT QADI preparation are as follows:
- Study and Revise basic concepts and formulas like important ratio-percentage conversion ratios, quadratic equations, squares and square roots, cubes and cube roots, divisibility rules, remainder theorem, permutations, and combinations, and probability.
- Make it a habit to practice at least 20 questions every day to ensure consistency and build retention power.
- Refer to online study platforms like Unacademy, BYJUs, T.I.M.E, Career Launcher, IMS Learning, etc. to study regularly, to clear doubts, and to learn short tricks and formulas
- Choose any good Quant & DI book for XAT preparation by Arun Sharma, NK Sinha, RS Aggarwal. Focus on your weak areas and practice questions on these daily.
- Practice sectional as well as full-length XAT mock tests and sample papers.
- For XAT DI preparation, solve at least 2-3 DI sets every week from different types of data sets including, pie charts, bar graphs, line graphs, tabular data, and caselets. To overcome the problem of time management in solving DI questions, it is extremely important to be aware of the important ratio-percentage conversions.
XAT 2024 Verbal & Logical Ability Preparation
XAT 2024 Verbal & Logical Ability will comprise 26 MCQs- about 4 RC passages, 2-3 poem-based comprehensions, 2-3 para jumbles, 4-5 critical reasoning questions, and miscellaneous grammar and vocabulary based questions. The most important tips to keep in mind for XAT VALR preparation are given below:
- To increase vocabulary, refer to the book titled’ Word Power Made Easy’ by Norman Lewis and also read at least 1-2 newspaper/ magazine/ online articles.
- To learn grammar concepts and practice questions on error detection, para jumbles, fill in the blanks, refer to some of the most recommended VA books like VARC by Ajay Singh, How to Prepare for VARC by Arun Sharma, and Objective English by SP Bakshi.
- To increase the reading speed for RC passages, firstly start reading short passages (300-400 words) from reference books and gradually increase the length of the passages.
- Also, to decipher the core idea of the RC passages, it is extremely important to understand the tone of the passage. The most commonly asked tones are: argumentative, didactic, narrative, informative, cynical, satirical, technical, etc.
- Solve as many sample papers and online quizzes as possible to be able to practice maximum type of questions.
XAT 2024 Decision Making (DM) Preparation
There is no particular study material or method to prepare for XAT DM section. However, candidates preparing for XAT 2024 must keep in mind the following tips to prepare for XAT Decision Making section:
- The best way to prepare for this section is to solve XAT previous year question papers. What is more important is to analyze your answers and the correct answer to figure out the approach for answering such questions accurately.
- Based on the analysis of previous year papers, it is seen that more than 50% of the questions were related to business decision making and the rest were based on ethical dilemmas. So, it is important to solve previous year papers to get an idea of what to expect in XAT 2024.
- Do not let your bias affect your answers as you are required to choose the best alternative from the given options.
- To answer questions on ethical dilemmas, first, try to understand the ethics of the given situation and avoid choosing passive options.
XAT 2024 GK Preparation
XAT GK forms part 2 of XAT question paper and comprises 25 questions from static general knowledge and current affairs. The most important points to keep in mind while preparing for XAT 2024 are mentioned below for your reference.
- For Static GK, refer to any good book like Lucent’s GK, Manorama Year Book, Arihant’s GK, etc.
- Read newspapers (The Hindu, Indian Express, Economic Times), Magazines (Frontline, Business Line, Yojana), and online news articles to stay updated with the current events of national and international importance.
- The most important step is to take notes of daily current affairs to ease last-minute revision.
Read more XAT GK Preparation Strategy
Previous Year XAT Exam Analysis
Given below is the detailed section-wise paper analysis of last year’s XAT exam for your reference.
| Section Name | No of Questions | Distribution Of Questions | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal and Logical Ability | 26 |
| Easy-Moderate | 17-18 |
| Decision Making | 22 |
| Moderate | 16-18 |
| Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation | 28 |
| Difficult | 15-17 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | Mixed Questions on Static GK and Current Affairs | Difficult | 10-11 |
| Essay | 3 (attempt any 1 out of the 3) | Any 1 of the given 3 topics had to be attempted | - | - |
| Overall | 105 | - | Moderate-Difficult | 59-68 |
Preparation Tips from XAT 2023 Topper Lavisha Taneja (99%ile)
With a 99 percentile in XAT, Lavisha Taneja made her way to the XLRI, Jamshedpur. In an interview with Collegedunia, Lavisha Taneja shared her strategy for XAT exam. She also recalls her interview experience and last-minute preparation tips: As per Lavisha, it is important for students to grasp the topics that interest them. For instance, if you are good at English, you must strive to score maximum marks in the VARC section. To prepare for Quant and other sections, here are some important tips that students should focus on during their preparation stage: Quant Strategy
- Conceptual Building is necessary for students at the initial stage of preparation. Go through the basic topics and solve questions based on them. Practice previous year's question papers, sample papers, etc., regularly or on an alternate day.
- Take the mock test. Mock tests are designed under similar conditions to the actual exam. Therefore, taking mock tests before the XAT exam helps cover different types of questions that are usually asked.
VARC Strategy
- Develop a reading habit. Read a wide range of topics from various sources like newspapers, and books, or you can watch videos on YouTube and make notes of the same. Most importantly, XAT VARC section is all about objectivity, read the passages carefully and answer the questions accordingly. Refrain from giving your interpretation, rather focus on answering the questions logically based on the questions.
- According to Lavisha Taneja, retention of the passages is important. So to increase your retention power, read a passage regularly before you go to bed. This will help you increase your reading speed and retain the important information.
- Since 3 months are left for XAT 2024, students can practice questions on para jumbles, reading comprehension, sentence completion, etc., and attempt mock tests. Plus, analyze your mock test, check sections with low scores, and work on improving them.
Decision Making Strategy
- Decision Making section in XAT is doable. You don’t need any particular text for XAT, but you can glance over the previous years’ question papers to understand the nature of the question.
How to Analyze Mock Tests?
Lavisha Taneja also shared how to make use of mock tests to improve your weak areas:
- After you take the mock test, analyze the entire question thoroughly. Learn to understand the areas where you are weak and note down the points that you need to consider while attempting the questions. In mock tests, target sections that will increase the chance of scoring high marks.
- As Lavisha rightly said self-preparation is important to get the 99+ percentile. Apart from coaching you should focus on self-study and figure out what works for you.
- During mock test or at the actual XAT exam, attempt the section first in which you are confident. This will keep you motivated and save time for other difficult questions.
XAT Important Books
The list of section-wise best books for XAT 2024 preparation is given below:
| Section | Name of the Book | Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| QADI | Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | R S Aggarwal |
| How to Prepare for QA for CAT | Arun Sharma | |
| Data Interpretation for CAT | Nishit K Sinha | |
| Quantum CAT | S K Verma | |
| Verbal & Logical Ability | Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension | Ajay Singh |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis | |
| How to Prepare for VARC for CAT | Arun Sharma | |
| A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | R S Aggarwal | |
| Decision Making | Jabbing the XAT | R K Jha |
| XAT Solved Papers | Gautam Puri | |
| Target XAT Simplified Edition | Disha Experts | |
| GK | Manorama Year Book | Mammen Mathew |
| Lucent’s Objective GK | Lucent Publications | |
| General Knowledge | Manohar Pandey |
XAT 2024 Preparation: Online Coachings and Resources
Preparing online for competitive exams has become the new normal due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are plenty of resources available online to prepare for MBA exams, especially XAT and CAT.
- Online education platforms provide excellent courses, live lectures, and study materials.
- Top MBA coaching centers also provide online preparation courses with mock tests and sample papers.
- Many Youtube channels are there for practicing GK questions and revising daily current affairs.
Quick Links:
XAT 2024 Mock Test
XLRI has successfully conducted the official XAT mock tests 2024. Only registered candidates are eligible to take XAT 2024 mock test.
Candidates need to follow the below-mentioned steps to take XAT 2024 Mock Test:
- Visit the official XAT 2024 website- xatonline.in
- Click on the “Mock Test” button above the navigation bar.
- Enter your login credentials used during registration (XAT login ID and password) and then you can start the test.
XAT Eligibility 2024
To appear for XAT 2024, candidates must have a 3 yr bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Also, there is no upper age limit to take XAT exam. Foreign candidates are also eligible to apply for XLRI admissions based on their GMAT scores. To fill XAT Application forms, candidates need to fulfill the below-mentioned eligibility criteria defined by XLRI.
- Nationality: Indian citizens can apply for XAT 2024. Also, foreign nationals can apply for admissions based on their GMAT scores.
- Graduation: It is mandatory to have a 3 years bachelor's degree or its equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Minimum Marks: There is no minimum aggregate marks criteria in graduation to apply for XAT 2024 exam.
- Age: There is no upper age limit criteria to appear for XAT 2024.
- Final Year Students: Final year students can also apply for the exam provided they complete their graduation by June 2022 and submit their scores to the respective colleges.
- Number of Attempts: There is no limit on the number of times a student can take the exam.
XAT 2024 Registration, Fees, and Documents Required
Every year around 1 lakh candidates register for XAT exam. XAT Registration is the first step in seeking admission to PGDM/ MBA courses offered by more than 160 XAT Score Accepting Colleges like XLRI, XIME, XIMA, XIMB, etc.
- XAT Registration process is completely online and the application forms are released on the official website- xatonline.in.
- XAT 2024 Application window will remain active till Nov 30, 2023.
XAT 2024 Application Process and Fee
Knowing XAT 2024 registration is essential to ensure zero-error completion of the application process. The steps to register for XAT are given below for your reference:
New Candidate Registration: Generate User ID and Password
Candidates need to create their login credentials- XAT ID and Password on the official website- xatonline.in by following the below-mentioned steps:
- Visit the official website and click on the ‘Register’ tab.
- Enter the basic details- email, name, contact number, etc., and submit the form.
- Your XAT ID and Password will be displayed on the screen. Note it down for all future correspondence.
Fill XAT Application Form
Login using the credentials generated in the previous step to fill XAT application form. The application form will have to be filled for the following details:
- Personal Details: Date of Birth, Category, Nationality, Names of Parents, Permanent/ Current Address, Contact details.
- Academic Details: Class 10th marks, class 12th marks, graduation and postgraduation scores, professional degree/ course details.
- Work Experience Details: Full-time work experience details till March 31, 2024.
- XLRI Program Preference: Candidates willing to apply for XLRI programs need to submit their choice of program- Business Management (BM), Human Resource Management (HRM), Fellow Management Program.
- XAT Exam City Preference: Candidates can select 2 XAT exam cities from the drop-down list based on their convenience.
Upload Documents
Scanned images of the following documents need to be uploaded while filling XAT application form:
- Photograph: Recent photograph in JPG/ JPEG format. File size should be between 20kb to 50kb. The recommended dimension is 200 x 230 pixels.
- Signature: Signature done in black ink on white paper. File size should be between 20kb to 50kb. The recommended dimension is 140 x 60.
Pay XAT Application Fee
XAT Application Fee needs to be paid online via Debit card, Credit card, UPI, Net banking, online payment wallets.
| Particulars | XAT Application Fee |
|---|---|
| XAT Registration Fee | INR 2100 (+200 for candidates interested in XLRI programs) |
| Indian Candidates applying for GMP through GMAT | INR 2500 |
| NRI/Foreign Candidates applying for one or more programs through GMAT | INR 5000 |
XAT Admit Card 2024
XAT 2024 Admit Card has been released on Dec 27, 2023 by the exam conducting authority. It will be available for download on the official website- xatonline.in.
- XAT 2024 Admit Card/ Hall Ticket is issued to successfully registered candidates only.
- XAT Admit card contains all important information related to the exam center, exam time, reporting time, and exam day instructions. Check XAT 2024 Exam Centers
- Without a printed copy of the admit card, candidates are not allowed to enter the exam hall.
How to Download XAT Admit Card 2024?
- Visit the official XAT website and log in using your XAT login ID and password generated at the time of registration.
- Click on the Download Admit Card link.
- Your Admit Card will be downloaded and displayed on the screen.
- Take the printout of the admit card and save it for future reference.
XAT 2024 Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. When will XLRI release the official notification for XAT 2024 exam?
Ans. XLRI has already released the official notification for XAT 2024. The official website for XAT 2024 is xatonline.in. As per the latest notification, XAT 2024 exam will be conducted on Jan 7, 2024.
Ques. Is XAT exam tougher than CAT?
Ans. Yes, XAT is tougher than CAT. As per students and experts alike, the difficulty level of the questions asked in XAT Quant, DI, and Verbal Ability are tougher than those asked in CAT. Furthermore, XAT has two sections, namely GK and Decision Making, which are not a part of CAT syllabus and this adds to the difficulty level of XAT.
Ques. How many candidates take XAT exam every year?
Ans. On an average, XAT exam is taken by 75000-80000 candidates every year. In 2023, around 80000 candidates appeared for the test while in 2022, about 90000 candidates appeared. However, in the previous years (2021-2019), not more than 80000 candidates have appeared for the test.
Ques. Does XLRI also offer MBA courses apart from its PGDM programs? Are the PGDM programs offered by XLRI at par with MBA?
Ans. No, XLRI does not offer MBA programs. It only offers 2 years full time AICTE approved PGDM programs in Business Management (BM) and Human Resource Management (HRM). However, these are duly recognized as MBA equivalent by the AIU. Apart from these, XLRI also offers a 15 months full time PGDM (General Management) program.
Ques. How much is XAT 2024 application fee?
Ans. XAT Application fee has been increased from INR 1800 to INR 2000 (+200 for every XLRI program). Also, XAT application fee is the same for all candidates irrespective of their gender, caste, and category.
Ques. Is there any sectional time limit in XAT exam?
Ans. XAT Question Paper comprises 75 MCQs in Part 1- Decision Making, Verbal & Logical ability, and QADI. For this part, 175 minutes are given in total. There is no division of time between these 3 sections in Part 1. For attempting the GK and Essay Writing sections in Part 3, 30 minutes are provided.
Ques. Will IIMs accept XAT 2024 scores?
Ans. No, IIMs will not grant admission on the basis of XAT 2024 exam scores. IIMs will only accept CAT scores for admission. However, XAT 2024 score will be accepted by other top management schools across the country like XLRI Jamshedpur, XLRI Delhi, XIM Bangalore, SPJIMR Mumbai, GIM Goa, KJ Somaiya Institute of Management, XIME Bangalore, TAPMI Manipal, XISS Ranchi, etc.
Ques. Is there any restriction on the number of attempts for XAT?
Ans. No, there is no restriction on the number of times you can attempt XAT exam. XAT is conducted once every year. Hence, candidates can take XAT every year provided they fulfill the other minimum eligibility criteria mentioned in the article above.
Ques. Does XLRI release different XAT cut offs for BM and HRM programs?
Ans. Yes, XAT cut off varies depending on the XLRI programs- BM and HRM. Also, the cut off for these programs differs for males and females, engineers and non-engineers. The cut off for XLRI programs ranges between 91-95 depending on the above categories of candidates.
Ques. Are there sectional cut offs for XLRI admission through XAT?
Ans. Yes, XLRI releases sectional XAT cutoffs. Candidates need to secure the minimum marks in each of the sections along with the overall cutoff. If candidates are unable to meet the sectional XAT cut offs, they are ineligible for admission to PGDM-BM/ HRM courses offered by XLRI.
Ques. Which are the 12 XAMI Member Institutes that accept XAT scores for admission?
Ans. The 12 XAT Associate XAMI Member Institutes that accept XAT score for admission are tabulated below for your reference:
| XAT Associate XAMI Member Institutes | Location |
|---|---|
| Loyola Institute of Business Administration | Chennai |
| Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago | Chicago |
| St. Francis Institute of Management and Research (SFIMR) | Mumbai |
| St. Joseph's Institute of Management | Bengaluru |
| St.Aloysius Institute of Management and Information Technology | Mangalore |
| Xavier Business School (XBS), St.Xavier's University ,Kolkata | Kolkata |
| Xavier Institute of Management, Xavier University | Bhubaneswar |
| Xavier Institute of Management & Entrepreneurship | Bengaluru |
| Xavier Institute of Management & Research | Mumbai |
| Xavier Institute of Development Action and Sciences (XIDAS) | Jabalpur (M.P) |
| XLRI Xavier School of Management | Jamshedpur |
| Xavier Institute of Social Service | Ranchi |
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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The exam day for the XAT 2024 is set for Sunday, January 7, 2024. XLRI conducts XAT on behalf of XAMI. To choose the best candidates for management education, XLRI has been conducting XAT at the all-India level for more than 72 years. More than 160 institutes use the XAT score as a prerequisite for admission. On the official XAT website, you can register for the exam and find out additional information.
XAT is a competitive exam but you can ace this examination if you have invested right amount of time and dedication in the prepration. There are various tips and tricks that can be employed in your preparation strategy. Please check these tips and tricks from XAT Preparation Tips.
There is no minimum mark requirement to take XAT. Students in their final year of graduation registering for XAT can mentioned their expected CGPA/percentage.