XAT: syllabus, exam pattern & eligibility
Xavier Aptitude Test. MBA/PGDM admission at XLRI and 160+ institutes
- Category
- Management
- Conducted by
- XLRI Jamshedpur
- Level
- PG entrance (management)
- Frequency
- Once a year (Jan)
- Mode
- CBT
- Languages
- English
Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor's degree (3 years)
Exam pattern
XAT
180 min · 95 questions
- Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning: 26 questions, 26 marks
- Decision Making
- Quantitative Ability & DI: 26 questions, 26 marks
- General Knowledge: 20 questions, 20 marks
Syllabus
VALR
Reading comprehension, Verbal ability, Logical reasoning
Decision Making
Case-based decisions
QADI
Quant, Data interpretation
GK
Current affairs & static GK
Important dates (XAT 2026)
- XAT 2026 exam: 2026-01-04
- Result (expected): 2026-01-31
Selection process
XAT percentile + GD/PI/essay at XLRI and members
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Frequently asked questions
What is XAT?
XAT stands for Xavier Aptitude Test. MBA/PGDM admission at XLRI and 160+ institutes. It is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur. Level: PG entrance (management).
Who is eligible for XAT?
Education: Bachelor's degree (3 years).
What is the exam pattern of XAT?
XAT: 180 minutes, 95 questions. Mode: CBT.
How often is XAT held?
Once a year (Jan).
When is XAT held?
XAT 2026 cycle: XAT 2026 exam 2026-01-04; Result (expected) 2026-01-31.
How are candidates selected through XAT?
XAT percentile + GD/PI/essay at XLRI and members.
Compiled from public sources, last checked 2026-09-25. Dates, fees and rules change, so confirm with the official website before you apply.