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XAT Syllabus 2024

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Last updated on 09-May-2023

XAT Syllabus 2024

XAT Syllabus 2024 – The XAT 2024 exam has different sections, such as Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, Mock Keyboard Testing, General Knowledge, and Essay Writing. XLRI Jamshedpur doesn't provide a detailed official syllabus on its website. In this article we have shared all information on the XAT syllabus 2024 and exam pattern, read entire article for more information.

XAT Syllabus 2024 – Overview

If you want to take the XAT Exam in 2024, it's important to know that XAT stands for Xavier Aptitude Test. It's a really challenging MBA entrance exam in India. Check out the next section for some basic info about XAT 2024.

ComponentsDetails
XAT Full formXavier Aptitude Test
Conducting body of XAT ExamXLRI Jamshedpur (Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur)
Exam LevelNational
Mode of the XAT ExamOnline
Number of Questions105 questions (Including1 Essay Questions)
Number of sections in XAT Exam3 parts – Parts 1, 2 and 3
XAT 2024 syllabusPart 1: Verbal and Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, Decision-Making
Part 2 Mock Keyboard Testing
Part 3: General Awareness/ Knowledge, Essay Writing
Time duration210 minutes (175 minutes + 5 minutes + 30 minutes) minutes 
XAT 2024 application formOnline
XAT Exam feesINR 2000 (without late charges) + INR 300 for every XLRI program.
INR 2500 (Indian Candidates applying via GMP through GMAT)INR 5000 (NRI or Foreign Candidates applying for one or multiple programs via GMAT)
XAT Exam eligibility detailsBachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university
Courses offeredMBA/PGDM
Number of attemptsNo Restriction
The official website for XAT Examxatonline. in
Helpline number+91 6576653203, +91 6576653204, admis@xlri.ac.in

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XAT Syllabus 2024 – Latest Changes

The Exam conducting body made some changes in the XAT syllabus 2024 and the candidates who are interested for apply for this exam must be aware of the new changes.

There are 3 parts:

  1. Part A: English and logical skills, decision-making, and math & data understanding.
  2. Part B: Practice using a computer keyboard.
  3. Part C: General knowledge questions and writing an essay.

Currently, there are no new updates for the XAT Syllabus 2024. It's important to know that the Essay section came back in 2018, but they only check it if you get shortlisted for a Personal Interview. XLRI, the organization running the exam, doesn't list the XAT Syllabus on its official website. To help you, our experts have gathered information from past papers, including important topics for each section, recommended books, and tips for preparation.

Key Changes in XAT Syllabus

  1. There are 6 sections in total, split into three parts:
    • Part A: English and logical skills, decision-making, and math & data understanding
    • Part B: Practice using a computer keyboard
    • Part C: General knowledge questions and essay writing
  2. There are 105 questions in total.
  3. The Essay Writing part will only be checked if you make it to the GD-PI (Group Discussion and Personal Interview) round.

XAT Pattern 2024

If you're taking the upcoming exam, it's important to know the key points of the XAT Syllabus listed below.

PartSection
Part 1Verbal & Logical Ability
Decision Making
Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation
Par 2Mock Keyboard Testing
Part 3General Knowledge
Essay

XAT Syllabus 2024 – Section Wise Details

Based on last year's review, the XAT Exam Syllabus for 2024 includes a total of 6 sections.

  1. Decision Making (DM)
  2. Quantitative ability and data interpretation (QA and DI)
  3. Verbal and logical ability (VA and LR)
  4. Mock Keyboard Testing
  5. General Knowledge (GK)
  6. Essay Writing

XAT Syllabus 2024 – Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning

In the XAT Syllabus for 2024, there are 26 questions in the VALR section. This part includes questions on understanding English, reading passages, and logical thinking. The table below breaks down the important topics for this section.

XAT Syllabus – Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning
Sentence CorrectionFill in the Blanks
Synonyms and AntonymsAnalogy
Error IdentificationReading Comprehension
Para Jumbles, Word UsageContextual Vocabulary
Sentence CompletionWord Usage

XAT Syllabus 2024 – Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation

In the XAT Syllabus for 2024, there are 28 questions in the Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation section. Here are the details of what this section covers.

XAT Syllabus 2024 for Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation
ArithmeticPercentageProfit and LossRatio and ProportionSpeed Distance TimeTime and WorkSI and CIMixtures and Allegations
AlgebraProgression (AP GP HP)Quadratic EquationsLinear EquationsInequalitiesLogarithmsBinomial TheoremFunctions & Graphs
Geometry & MensurationTrigonometryCoordinate Geometry
Number SystemSurds and IndicesHCF and LCM
Modern MathsVenn DiagramsProbabilityPermutation & Combination
Data InterpretationTablesPie ChartsLine GraphBar Diagrams

XAT Syllabus 2024 – General Knowledge

The XAT Syllabus for General Knowledge includes questions about things that don't change (like history) and things happening now (current affairs). Here are the topics for this section.

  • Economics
  • National and International Current Affairs
  • History
  • Geography
  • Business Affairs
  • Sports
  • Business Affairs
  • Business Affairs

XAT Syllabus 2024 – Essay

The XAT Essay section doesn't have a specific syllabus. It came back in 2018. For essays, there are 3 questions (arguments), but you only need to answer 1 in 250 words. The topics are usually about abstract ideas and can fall under the following headings.

  • Capitalism and Democracy can't co-exist
  • Stellar performance in academics in the South by institutions, but such people make average managers

XAT Syllabus 2024 – Section – Wise Weightage

Check the table below to see how much each section is likely to count for in the XAT exam syllabus for 2024.

SectionNo of Questions
Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning26
Decision Making21
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation28
General Knowledge25
Essay1

FAQs

What is the XAT Exam?

The XAT, or Xavier Aptitude Test, is a nationally conducted MBA Entrance Exam for admission into XLRI Jamshedpur and Xavier Association of Management Institutes. The XAT Exam 2024 consists of three parts: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. Questions cover Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation.

When is the XAT 2024 Exam scheduled? +

The official notification from XLRI Jamshedpur indicates that the XAT Exam 2024 will take place on January 7th, 2024. Stay updated with BYJU’S Exam Prep for further details.

What are the sections in the XAT 2024 Exam? +

The XAT 2024 Exam is divided into three parts:
Part 1: Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation.
Part 2: Mock Keyboard Testing.
Part 3: General Knowledge and Essay Writing.

What methods will be used to finalise the XAT merit list? +

XAT Merit List is determined by adding all of the candidates’ scores from all phases of the selection process.

Can a third-year degree student apply for XAT? +

Yes, you can apply for XAT, if you are enrolled in a three-year degree course, and you are in the final year of your course.

How many sections are there in XAT Online Exam? +

XAT Online exam has 4 sections:
Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation, Analytical Reasoning and Decision Making, Verbal and Logical Ability, General Knowledge

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