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Everything you need to know about XAT 2023 - registration, syllabus, and tips for better preparation.

XAT Exam 2024: Syllabus, Important Dates, Eligibility

byDinesh
Updated on - 19 May, 2024

XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) is a general management aptitude assessment examination which is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on an national level on behalf of Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI) for admission to over 160 top business schools across India. XAT assesses an individual's decision-making and analytical skills using complicated multiple-choice questions that require an aptitude. The exam takes on skills in verbal, quantitative and logical thinking with reasoning and decision-making as the main focus. 

The XAT 2024 exam date is 08 Jan 2023. It will take place online in a competitive environment, which consists of two phases - Part I and Part II. Part I will be the question from verbal ability, intellect reasoning, decision making and quantitative ability along with data interpretation. Part two will be covering the general knowledge topics. In total, the candidate who will finish part one in 180 minutes which includes the questions of 100 objective types and part two of 25 descriptive type questions can qualify for the exam.

XAT Exam Highlights 2024

Feature Description
Exam Date January 7, 2024
Mode of Exam Online
Total Marks 100
Number of Answer Choices 5 options
Sectional Weightage All sections have equal weightage (25% each)

XAT Exam Dates 2024

Event Date (Expected)
Official Notification Release July/August 2024
Registration Dates Likely first week of August 2024 (approx. Aug 3) - Third/Fourth week of September 2024
XAT Exam Date Typically the first Sunday of January (This would be January 5, 2025 for XAT 2025)

Documents Required for Apply XAT Exam 2024

1. Screenshot copy of passport size photograph

2. Duplicate signature.

3. Valid email ID 

4. Valid mobile number 

5. Credit card/Debit card/Net banking/Online application fees remittance details.

6. Scans of 10th and 12th mark sheets and a certificate as proof.

7. Degree Certificate or the Provisional Certificate (if applicable).

8. Certificates of competence(if any) available.

9. If applying for scholarships or quotes under the categories SC/ST/OBC, I should provide the requested caste certificate as well.

10. This certificate is issued by authorized body if applying concessions as PwD category.

XAT Application Fee 2024

Particulars XAT Registration Fees (Without Late Fee)
Fee for Unreserved Category Students Rs. 2100
Additional Fee per XLRI Programme (Optional) Rs. 200
Indian Candidates Applying for GMP through GMAT Rs. 2500
NRI/Foreign Candidates Applying for Programs through GMAT Rs. 5000

How to Apply for XAT Exam 2024?

1. Registration: XAT official website (xatonline.in) shows registration link. Thus you should click on that link. Create your login credentials.

2. Fill Application Form: Enter through the link and fill the online application form with your name, social security number, and other required information.

3. Upload Documents: Upload signature scans and caste certificate (if eligible) and other documents as per the instructions.

4. Pay Application Fee: Please apply online by paying the application fee through the Credit/Debit card, net banking, or UPI. The cost of XAT 2024 is going to be Rs. 2000.

5. Review and Submit: Crosscheck your XAT application form for completeness once you have uploaded. Follow up with all information that entered.

6. Download Confirmation Page: Download and keep the printed copy of your XAT confirmation page that clearly discloses your XAT ID and application number.

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