XAT 2027
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About XAT 2027
XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of XAMI. It is the second most popular MBA entrance exam after CAT.
XAT scores are accepted by XLRI Jamshedpur, XLRI Delhi, and over 150 other top B-schools in India including SPJIMR, IMT, TAPMI, and XIMB.
The exam is known for its challenging Decision Making section, which is unique to XAT. The exam also includes an essay writing component.
Quick Facts
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration |
| Minimum Percentage | No minimum percentage required |
| Age Limit | No age limit |
| Attempts | No limit on attempts |
| Category Relaxation | Relaxation as per government norms |
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal & Logical Ability | 26 | 26 |
| Decision Making | 22 | 22 |
| Quantitative Aptitude & DI | 27 | 27 |
| GK & Essay | 20 | 20 |
Syllabus
Cutoff Trends (Last 3 Years)
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 95 | 90 | 85 | 80 | 93 |
| 2023 | 93 | 88 | 83 | 78 | 91 |
| 2022 | 92 | 87 | 82 | 77 | 90 |
Top Colleges Accepting XAT
Preparation Tips for Bihar Students
Practice Decision Making — this section is unique to XAT and requires different preparation
Focus on Reading Comprehension — XAT has longer and denser passages than CAT
Practice essay writing on current affairs topics
Target 95+ percentile for XLRI BM (Business Management) program
Take XAT-specific mock tests — the exam pattern differs significantly from CAT
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