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XAT
XAT exam, also known as the Xavier Aptitude Test, is an annual entrance test organized by the XLRI Jamshedpur for students who want to get admission to its MBA programme. In 2027, the XAT exam will be organized on January 3, 2027. If you get a good score in XAT, you could enter one of the top B-schools in India. Almost 800+ B-schools accept the XAT score.
As per the updates, XAT 2027 will be organized in an online mode. The question paper for XAT is prepared based on different subjects, i.e., Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. For the XAT 2027 admissions process, registration started on July 15, 2027. Check out all the details and specifications like XAT date, the application process, syllabus, exam pattern, etc.
XAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
XAT 2027 Registration Process
The official website of the XAT exam is www.xatonline.in. It hosts XAT 2027 application forms. Aspirants, who want to seek admission to top B-schools can create their account on the website and fill out the XAT forms. Check out the XAT application/Registration process.
XAT is, as everyone knows, a speed-based exam. It is organized in an online mode and includes 100 mandatory questions to answer in 180 minutes. The question paper is divided into two sections, and there is time for a particular section. Check out XAT exam 2027 highlights.
| Exam Structure | Specifications |
| Exam sections | Decision making Verbal & Logical Ability Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation General Knowledge |
| Exam Duration | 180 minutes |
| Number of questions asked | 100 |
| Total marks | 100 |
| Language of paper | English |
| Exam-based | MCQ type questions |
| Mode of the exam | Online |
| XAT marking scheme | +1 for the right answer -0.25 marks for the incorrect answer -0.10 for more than 8 unattempted questions in the total exam. No negative marking for GK section. |
XAT 2027 Syllabus is the same as other MBA entrance tests. The only thing that makes XAT unique is that it has a particular section for decision-making questions. Below are some important topics for XAT subjects, checkout.
| Sections | Topics |
| Verbal and Logical Ability | Vocabulary, Analogy, Grammar, Para Jumble, Reading Comprehension, Critical Reasoning and Fill in the Blanks. |
| Decision Making | Logical Sequencing, Assumptions, Seating Arrangements, Premises, Conclusions, etc. |
| Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation | Percentage, Surds and Indices, Tables and Caselets, Algebra, Bar Diagrams, Pie Charts, Mensuration, etc. |
| General Knowledge | Economy, Business, Politics, Science, Static GK, Prizes & Award, Sports, World, Constitution of India, etc. |
XAT 2027 preparations will kick off from 2023 onwards; the exam is known for being the toughest and most challenging for the aspirants. To help aspirants, here are some of the preparation tips given below.
XAT Test Cities 2027
The XAT exam will be organized in more than 70 cities, and candidates can choose at least 3 cities in their application form.
| Agra | Nashik | Mumbai |
| Goa | Patna | Ludhiana |
| Allahabad | Raipur | Mangalore |
| Ambala | Indore | Delhi-NCR |
| Bengaluru | Udaipur | Udupi and more cities |
The Scope of XAT Exam
Are you one of the MBA aspirants? Have you dreamt of getting admission to India’s top MBA B-schools? If “yes,” XAT 2027 is the way that will let you achieve your dreams. This is the most prestigious and difficult MBA entrance test, which requires hard preparation and dedication. XAT 2027, once cleared, will open the gates to 800 Top MBA colleges in India. If you get a good score, you could take admission to your favorite college across India.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| General | INR 2300 |
| PGDM through GMAT/GRE | INR 2600 |