XAT

XAT is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur, typically in January. It’s accepted by over 160 B-schools, including XLRI, XIMB, and SPJIMR, making it a key exam for 2025 MBA aspirants.

Key Details

• Conducting Body: XLRI Jamshedpur
• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Difficulty Level: Moderate to High
• Unique Feature: Decision Making section

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (no minimum marks specified)
• Final-year students eligible
• No age limit

Exam Pattern

• Sections: 4 (Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, General Knowledge)
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Questions: Approximately 100
• Marking: +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect; General Knowledge not counted for percentile

Preparation Tips

• Focus on Decision Making with case studies
• Strengthen quantitative and verbal skills
• Stay updated with current affairs for General Knowledge
• Practice past XAT papers for pattern familiarity

Why It Matters

XAT offers access to XLRI and other top institutes with strong HR and general management programs. Admission Valley helps you ace XAT and secure admission.

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