Published on 15th July 2024, 2:00 PM
XAT, or Xavier Aptitude Test, is a highly competitive national-level exam conducted by XLRI on behalf of XAMI. It is known for being one of the toughest management entrance exams.
Here is a brief overview of the XAT 2025:
> It is a computer-based test conducted across 70+ cities in India.
> XAT 2025 consists of 5 sections: verbal ability and reading comprehension,
quantitative aptitude and data interpretation, decision-making, general knowledge and essay
writing.
> The duration of the XAT exam is 210 minutes.
> It consists of 100 multiple-choice questions and one subjective question.
> For MCQs, there is an addition of 1 for each right answer and a deduction of 0.25 for every incorrect answer.
The preparation of XAT is similar to that of CAT, but the only extra section that requires separate preparation in XAT is the decision-making section. The XAT notification for the 2025 intake has been released, and the registration for the same has started from 15th July 2024.
XAT Application Fee
Unlike most other MBA Entrance Exams, the XAT Exam Fees are not differentiated based on the candidate’s category. Apart from the XAT Application fees, candidates also need to pay for the programs that they wish to apply for:
> XAT Registration Fee (without late fee) – INR. 2100/-
> Candidates interested in the XLRI program(s) must pay an additional INR 200/- each fee.
XAT Registration Process
The examination will be held in a single-day session in the first week of January, tentatively on January 5th, 2025. Here are the steps to register in advance for the XAT Exam to avoid any last-minute hassle:
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Steps |
Instructions to Register |
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Visit XAT 2025 Official Website |
New applicants should open the official website and click on “Register 2025”. |
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Register and Enter Your Personal Details |
Fill in the required details and submit the form. You will receive a verification email from XLRI. Click on the link and you will be redirected to the Application form. |
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Verify Your Email ID |
Candidates must verify the email ID and get their XAT ID to log in and complete the form. |
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Fill in your details and scan the documents. |
You will be required to fill in the following details > Personal information > Educational qualifications > Work experience after graduation > Choice of XLRI PGDM programs > Preferred test cities Keep all your documents handy and read the instructions carefully before scanning them. |
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Remit the application fee online and register successfully. |
The registration fees can be paid online through credit/debit/UPI or Net banking. After the payment, you can register for the exam successfully. |
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Download the application form and take a printout for future reference. |
Ensure that you save the application form and print it. The enrolment ID mentioned on the form will help you download your XAT admit card later on. |
Other Important Points to Remember
As we are aware that XAT can completely shift its pattern, it is necessary to encircle some important pointers regarding registration as stated below:
> There is no specific age limit to register for XAT 2025
> XAT Registration dates are extensible and will be governed by XLRI, the test administrator.
> If there is a registration delay, you can be sure that the XAT admit cards will be available on time.
It is worth noting that there is no mention of the last date to apply for the XAT exam on the official website of XAT. However, the candidates can edit the test city preference only once before 30th November 2024.
For further updates on XAT 2025, click here.
Best of Luck!!
