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XAT
Xavier Aptitude Test
National
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Negative Marking
100 Marks
3 Hours
Duration
3 Hours
Questions
100
Total Marks
100
Conducting Body
XLRI Jamshedpur
About XAT
XAT is the entrance exam for admission to XLRI Jamshedpur and other XAT-accepting B-Schools for MBA programs.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| VARC | 26 | 26 |
| Decision Making | 21 | 21 |
| QA & DI | 28 | 28 |
| GK | 25 | 25 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| result | January 2026 |
| exam_date | January 2026 |
| registration_end | November 2025 |
| registration_start | August 2025 |
Syllabus
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| xlri | ₹300 |
| general | ₹2000 |
Eligibility
Bachelors degree (final year can apply)
Preparation Tips
- Decision Making is unique - practice well
- Focus on GK current affairs
- Essay writing is important
Top Colleges Accepting XAT
XLRI Jamshedpur
IMT Ghaziabad
XIMB
TAPMI
GIM Goa
Frequently Asked Questions
Official website
xatonline.in