XAT 2024: Exam timings, last minute tips and guidelines

The Xavier Aptitude Test will end at 5.30 PM. As per the previous year's XAT exam analysis, this year, the XAT 2024 paper is expected to be moderate to difficult.

• The XAT full form is Xavier Aptitude Test which is taking place in 80+ cities across the country. 
• The XAT exam date is January 7, 2024 (Today).
• As per the test day details given in the XAT admit card, the XAT exam timing 2024 is from 2 PM to 5.30 PM.
• The XAT exam duration is of 3.30 hours.

Before the commencement of the Xavier aptitude test 2024, in a conversation with careers360, Aprajita, a XAT aspirant quoted, "My preparation for XAT exam is good. After CAT exam I started studying for XAT 2024 and gave 4-5 hours everyday for XAT preparation. I am planning to go for top MBA colleges like FMS, Delhi and MDI, Gurgaon but I have also applied to other colleges as well."

 Xavier Aptitude Test 2024 Aspirant

The entry gates for the Xavier aptitude test 2024 have been closed. The XAT exam timing 2024 is from 2 PM to 5.30 PM. 

XAT exam centre gates closed

Candidates participating in XAT 2024 have successfully accessed their systems in the examination hall and the XAT exam has begun. The XAT exam timings are from 2 PM to 5.30 PM. It will be over at 5.30 PM i.e., after 3.30 hours.

The XAT last-minute tips for all the candidates are: 

• Read the questions in the XAT question paper very carefully
• Keep track of time while attempting each section
• For XAT essay writing, understand the question first, draft a few pointers and then start formulating the XAT essay structure
• Candidates must keep calm and have confidence in themselves

The exam centre gates have now been closed. The XAT 2024 exam will begin at 2 PM. The XAT exam timings are from 2 PM to 5.30 PM. It is a 3.30 hour long paper. 

The gates of XAT exam centres have been closed. The gate closing time is 1:50 PM. Now, no one will be allowed inside the XAT test centre.

Candidates have started entering the XAT exam hall. Many students are confident with their preparation for the XAT 2024 examination.  As per the feedback collected by careers360, one of the XAT aspirants said, "My XAT preparation is pretty good and on average I used to give 6-7 hours daily for my XAT preparation. I started preparing for XAT 2024 after giving my CAT exam".

XAT 2024 Aspirant

The entry of candidates at the XAT exam centre is currently going on. The gates of the XAT 2024 exam centre are about to close in 20 minutes.

For entry at the XAT exam centre, candidates must have the following documents with them:

• XLRI XAT admit card
• 2 passport size photograph
• One valid original photo ID proof mentioned in the XAT 2024 admit card
• Ball pen
• Disability certificate (If required)

XAT 2024 is scheduled to be held today, January 7 in 80+ cities across the country. Students have started arriving at the allotted XAT exam centre. In a conversation with Careers360, one of the XAT aspirants, Kowshi quoted, "This is my first attempt at XAT and I didn't pick up any caching. However, I prepared myself for XAT 2024. I have been preparing for XAT for the last 20 to 30 days."

XAT 2024 aspirant

XAT 2024 score is valid for admission in more than 800 B-schools in India, apart from XLRI Jamshedpur and Delhi. After the XAT exam, XLRI will release the candidate response sheet and XAT answer key.

The conducting body of the XAT has arranged facilities for the candidates to store their luggage. Candidates can keep their luggage at their own risk in the examination center's free baggage area.

Free baggage area at XAT exam centre 2024 

The exam conducting body has affix the notice to the XAT exam centre regarding the mandatory documents required to take the XAT exam 2024.

Documents required for XAT exam 2024

Entry for XAT 2024 has started. Candidates are queuing up at the XAT exam centres to take the exam. The XAT test starts at 2:00 pm.

Entry begins for XAT exam 2024

To solve this decision making questions for XAT with high accuracy, you should remember the following points:

• Establish Stakeholders in a given problem
• Analyse Problems Holistically
• Take the viewpoint that maximises benefit and minimises damage
• Avoid personal opinions
• Do not adopt unethical practices
• Do not select options that pronounce unsubstantiated judgements
• Question yourself and make sure you are not missing anything

• Over stressing before the XAT 2024 exam
• Arriving late at the XAT exam centre
• Attempting difficult questions first
• Random guessing while attempting XAT exam
• Not following XAT dress code

Check out the topics from the XAT GK questions below. Candidates can also get the XAT GK questions pdf from our site.

It is advisable to practice the XAT PYQ to understand the XAT 2024 exam pattern, difficulty level, and number of questions asked.

XAT exam 2024 will take place from 2 pm to 5:30 pm. Students have started arriving at the XAT exam centres. The reporting time is 12:30 pm.

Check out the XAT 2024 exam timing in the below table:

Below is the list of XAT essay writing sample topics expected this year.

• Capitalism and democracy cannot co-exist.
• In management, we don't need people who have never experienced setbacks.
• Ethical practices and sustainability: do they co-exist?
• Globalization and Jingoism always coexist.
• Technology and Nature are natural enemies.
• Listening is a dying art. We hardly listen to understand. We only listen to refutes or replies.
• The most beautiful thing can neither be seen nor touched but can only be felt.
• Corruption is the root cause of the economic slowdown in India.
• Government is not addressing the root cause of poverty.

XAT 2024 admit card

Those who do not attempt more than eight questions in a row will get -0.10 marks for each question.

Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a national-level MBA entrance examination conducted by the Xavier Labour Relation Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur, on behalf of XAMI. More than 160 Bschools accepting the XAT score for MBA admission.

A total of 101 questions + 1 question in the Analytical Essay Writing (AEW) section are in the XAT exam 2024.

Checkout the past 3 years XAT paper analysis

• XAT 2023: The XAT exam paper was reported to be moderate.

• XAT 2022: The paper was reported to be moderate to difficult.

• XAT 2021: Candidates found the overall difficulty level to be difficult.

Check out the expected sectional XAT cut off.

No, general knowledge scores are not considered for overall XAT score calculation and percentiles are affected by them. However, in the XLRI selection process, the shortlisted candidates for GD and PI will be given weightage for GK section marks.

Check out the XAT cut off marks vs percentile below:

There is a variable distribution of questions in the XAT 2024 exam, i.e. one section has more than another section. Apart from MCQs, one XAT essay writing question will be there. Check out the sectional break-up of the XAT exam pattern 2024.

XAT is considered a bit more difficult than CAT exam. The key difference between CAT and XAT syllabus is varying topics and sections. CAT exam does not have Decision Making and GK section but XAT exam has both.

XLRI Jamshedpur conducts XAT entrance exam once a year. Usually XLRI conducts XAT exam either on first or second Sunday every year.

The XAT 2024 answer key is usually released within a week of the exam. The provisional answer key and XAT response sheet are expected to be released on January 9, 2024. Candidates who appeared in the XAT 2024 exam can download the XAT exam answer sheets from the official website, xatonline.in.

After the conclusion of the XAT exam candidates can check their estimated XAT percentile with the help of a XAT percentile predictor. This can help students get an idea of their XAT scores and their chances of getting into top B schools accepting XAT 2024.

The XAT GK section comprises 25 questions, each worth one mark. It's recommended that candidates tackle this section at the end of the exam, dedicating approximately 15 minutes to solve it. The allotted time limit for the XAT GK section is also 15 minutes.

GK scores do not contribute to the overall XAT score calculation but do impact the XAT percentile in the selection process. Nevertheless, during the XLRI selection process, the GK section's marks will contribute in candidates' selection for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) stages based on their weightage.

The XAT cutoff usually ranges between 95 to 97 percentile. For female candidates, the cutoff for the XAT exam could be lower by 1-2 percentiles.

After the conclusion of XAT 2024 exam, XLRI Jamehdpur will release individual XAT response sheet within a week. Candidates will be able to access their individual XAT response sheet by using thier login credentials such as XAT ID and Password.

XLRI Jamshedpur is all set to conduct XAT 2024 exam today in CBT mode. XAT exam will be held in single shift from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. At the XAT test centre, it is mandatory to carry a printed copy of XAT admit card along with one valid photo ID proof.

As per official XAT notification, XLRI jamshedpur will announce XAT 2024 result in online mode on January 31. But going by past year trend we can expect the declaration of XAT result in the third week of January.

CAT exam comprises three sections- VARC, DILR and Quantitative Aptitude while XAT has four sections, namely- Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge.

There is no direct answer for this question but in terms of the difficulty level, XAT is one of the toughest of all MBA entrance exam. Candidates need a proper strategy to crack the same.

It is recommended that XAT aspirants choose straightforward attire like plain sweaters and plain cardigans, It is important not to wear jackets or hoodies with many pockets, clothing or accessories made with metal, closed shoes, Jewellery, veils, caps etc.

More than 1.35 lakh candidates have registered for the XAT 2024. This year, the total number of candidates registered for the XAT exam 2024 has increased by approximately 39.9%.

Candidates appearing for the XAT 2024 exam must adhere to the following general exam day guideline.

• Candidates are advised to reach their respective XAT test centre as per the reposting time mentioned on XAT admit card.
• Candidates must adhere to all the instructions given on the XAT admit card and by the exam invigilator
• Do not carry any prohibited items such as electronic devices, notebook, etc.
• Do not wear heavy jewellery
• Rough work has to be done in the margins and any type of misbehavior will not be tolerated
• As per Centre Registration Number (CRN), candidates will have to occupy their allotted seats

The XAT result 2024 are expected to be announced on January 31. As per past year trends, XAT result 2024 can be announced before January 31.

Check out the expected XAT 2024 score vs percentile below:

Authorities have brought back the XAT essay writing section. Many students struggle with this question in their XAT exam as well. So, to know how to write essay in XAT 2024, follow the tips given below:

• Analyze the XAT essay topic 2024 and decide the way you want to drive it
• Assemble the points before starting
• Write a draft before starting the XAT essay 
• Structure your essay properly
• Keep time in check

Yes, there is negative marking in the XAT exam. For each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks are deducted, and if more than eight consecutive questions are left unanswered, a deduction of 0.10 marks per question is applied.

To score good percentile in XAT 2024, candidates can apply these XAT 2024 preparation tips by toppers in their preparation strategy.

• In the last minute of XAT preparation, do not take unnecessary topics to read only focus on such topics which you have good command
• Take a last XAT mock test before D-day
• Dedicate special attention to GK and Decision-Making section

Candidates going to appear for XAT 2024 exam tomorrow must go through these XAT exam highlights given below in the table:

After downloading the XAT 2024 admit card, candidates must check if all the following details are mentioned on it or not. In case of any error, candidates will have to contact the exam conducting body as soon as possible.

• XAT ID
• Candidates photograph
• Signature of the candidate
• Candidates name
• Date of birth (DOB)
• XAT 2024 exam date
• PwD status
• Reporting time for the XAT 2024 exam
• Gate closure time
• Test City
• Exam duration
• XAT 2024 exam centre name and address
• Google map link
• Emergency contact number
• XAT exam day guidelines and instructions

The XAT exam date 2024 is January 7 and the XAT exam time is from 2 PM to 5.30 PM. For entry at the exam centre, candidates can carry the following ID proof along with XAT admit card to appear in XAT exam 2024:

• Voter ID card
• Aadhar card
• College ID
• PAN card
• Driving license
• Passport
• Employee ID card

The XAT exam date 2024 is January 7, tomorrow. At this moment, candidates must go through all their notes and flashcards prepared during the XAT preparation. They must revisit the important topics from XAT previous year papers with solutions along with the XAT mock tests. 

This year, 90,000 to 1 lakh students are expected to appear in XAT 2024 exam. The number of candidates has increased as compared to previous years.

The following table consists of the past years' XAT essay writing topics.

Candidates can download XAT previous year papers with solutions provided in the table. XAT aspirants can use this XAT pyq for effective preparation.

In order to download XAT admit card 2024, candidates can refer to the following steps:.

Step 1 - Visit the official website of XLRI Jamshedpur

Step 2 - Click on the “Login” tab

Step 3 - Now candidates will have to provide XAT User ID and Date of birth (DOB) after clicking on the “Login” tab

Step 4 - Now click on the hall ticket tab

Step 5 - The option to download the XAT 2024 admit card will be displayed on the computer screen

Step 6 - Click on the download tab and save the XAT admit card as a pdf

Yes. XLRI issued the XAT 2024 admit card on December 27, 2023. But the hall ticket download link was removed from the site and reactivated on December 29. Candidates can download their XAT admit card by entering a valid XAT ID and password at xatonline.in.

Check out the XAT syllabus below, where the questions will be asked on the XAT 2024 exam in the following sections:.

XLRI has opened the XAT free mock test window on its official website. Candidates who registered for the XAT exam 2024 can take the XAT mock test at xatonline.in.

As per the schedule, the XAT exam time is 2 pm to 5:30 pm. The total duration of the XAT 2024 is 3 hours and 30 minutes.

• 1 mark will be given for correct answer

• 0.25 marks will be deducted for incorrect answer

• 0.10 marks will be deducted for more than 8 un-attempted consecutive questions

• No negative marking in GK section

Check out the latest XAT 2024 exam pattern and question types below.

Candidates must not carry any electronic items to the XAT test centres. Items like mobile phones, watches, calculators, iPads, etc. are prohibited inside the XAT exam hall. In case any such item is found on any candidate, their candidature will be confiscated.

Candidates shall carry the following on XAT exam day to attempt the XAT exam paper successfully:

• XAT 2024 admit card

• Valid photo ID proof (Original)

The XAT 2024 exam is scheduled to be held across 80+ cities in the country. Check out the XAT exam centre list here.

XLRI Jamshedpur will conduct the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) tomorrow, January 8, 2024, in computer-based mode. As per XAT exam timing, as per the official XAT notification, it is 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. The duration of the XAT exam is 3 hours and 30 minutes. XAT 2024 is scheduled to be held in 80+ cities across the country. Candidates are advised to reach the allotted XAT exam centre as per the mentioned reporting time on the XAT admit card.

XLRI Jamshedpur (Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur) will be conducting the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2024 tomorrow, i.e., January 7, in online mode at more than 80 test centres.