XAT 2022 has been successfully conducted on January 2 from 9:30 am to 12:40 pm. Based on the initial reaction of the candidates, the overall difficulty level of XAT 2022 has been rated moderate to high. Check XAT 2022 Exam Analysis
What is XAT Exam? XAT stands for Xavier Aptitude Test. XAT is one of the top national-level management entrance exams of India conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur to provide admission to MBA/ PGDM courses. XLRI has been conducting XAT exam for 70+ years on behalf of XAMI. XAT exam is one of the most sought-after by MBA aspirants as XAT score is accepted in more than 700 colleges across the country including XLRI and the 10 XAMI member institutes.
XAT 2022 Exam Dates were announced by XLRI on July 29, 2021. Given below are the important dates announced for XAT 2022 exam:
Main Events | Important Dates |
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Releasing of official notification | July 29, 2021 |
XAT Registration Begins | August 10, 2021 |
XAT Registration Last Date (Without Late Fee) |
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XAT 2022 Admit Card Release Date |
December 24, 2021 |
Release of official XAT Mock Test | December 28, 2021 |
Last Date to Download XAT Admit Card | January 2, 2022 |
XAT Exam Date | January 2, 2022 |
Validity of GMAT/ GRE Score | December 1, 2016, to December 31, 2021 |
XAT Response Sheet | January 3, 2022 |
XAT Answer Key | First week of January 2022 |
Declaration of XAT result | Last week of January 2022 |
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XLRI had released the official XAT 2022 mock test on Dec 28.
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Particulars | Details |
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XAT Full form | Xavier Aptitude Test |
XAT conducted Body | XLRI (Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur) |
XAT Exam Level | National |
XAT Exam Mode | Online |
Number of Questions | 100 MCQs carrying 1 mark each + 1 Essay (250 words) |
Number of Sections in XAT exam | 5 (3 in Part 1 and 2 in Part 2) |
XAT Exam Syllabus | Verbal and Logical Ability |
Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation | |
General Awareness/ Knowledge | |
Decision Making | |
Essay Writing | |
XAT Exam Duration | 190 minutes |
Mode of XAT Application Form | Online only |
XAT Application Fee | INR 1750 (without late charges) |
INR 2500 (Indian Candidates applying via GMP through GMAT) | |
INR 5000 (NRI or Foreign Candidates applying for one or multiple programs via GMAT) | |
XAT Minimum Eligibility Criteria | 3 year’s bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
Counselling | Yes |
Courses Offered | MBA/PGDM/Executive Diploma |
Acceptance Rate | <1% for XLRI Jamshedpur |
Total Intake | 180 seats |
Number of Attempts | No Restriction |
XAT Official Website | xatonline.in |
Helpline |
+91 6576653203 +91 6576653204 |
To apply for XAT 2022, candidates need to fulfill the eligibility criteria defined by XLRI. Here are some of the major highlights of XAT 2022 Eligibility Criteria.
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As usual, the difficulty level of XAT exam was comparatively higher than other MBA exams like CAT and CMAT. XAT paper analysis given below is based on the reviews of the candidates who appeared for the exam. It will help you in getting a brief idea of the exam difficulty level, number of good attempts, and the number of questions asked from each section in XAT 2022 exam.
Section Name | No of Questions | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts |
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Verbal and Logical Ability | 26 | Easy | 15-16 |
Decision Making | 21 | Moderate | 12-14 |
Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation | 28 | Difficult | 15-17 |
General Knowledge | 25 | Moderate | 11-13 |
Essay | 1 | Easy | - |
Overall | 101 | Moderate-Difficult | 53-61 |
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Candidates that clear the cut off for XAT get admission to XLRI Jamshedpur, one of the best management colleges in India. XLRI has ranked in the top 10 of various management course ranking frameworks such as NIRF. XAT Scores are also accepted by other major colleges in India. Here is a brief summary of the placements in XLRI Jamshedpur:
Category | Details |
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Number of recruiters | 108 |
Number of New Recruiters | 24 |
Median Salary | INR 23 LPA |
Average Salary | INR 24.30 LPA |
Highest Domestic Offer | INR 50 LPA (S & M Domain) |
Highest International Offer | INR 58.5 LPA (S & M Domain) |
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Read Difference between XAT Score and Percentile
XAT Cutoff ranges between 91 to 95 for BM and HRM programs. The cutoff is different for male and female candidates. Here are the XAT Cut Offs for XLRI and other participating colleges -
Section | Male | Female |
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Overall | 93-95 | 91-93 |
VALR | 74-79 | 72-74 |
DM | 73-78 | 68-74 |
QA | 75-85 | 70-75 |
Name of College | Score | Percentile |
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XIMB Bhubaneswar | 30.5-32.5 | 90-93 |
SPJIMR Mumbai | 32.5-34.5 | 93.50-95 |
IMT Ghaziabad | 30.5-32 | 90-92 |
Great Lakes Institute of Management | 26-27.5 | 80-85 |
LIBA Chennai | 26-27.5 | 80-85 |
KJ Somaiya Mumbai | 27.5-30.5 | 85-90 |
GIM Goa | 27.5-30.5 | 85-90 |
TAPMI Manipal | 26-27.5 | 80-85 |
IRMA Anand | 26-27.5 | 80-85 |
MICA Ahmedabad | 26-27.5 | 80-85 |
Check Expected & Previous Years’ XAT Cut Offs
XAT 2022 Participating Colleges | |
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IMT Ghaziabad | MICA Ahmedabad |
Great Lakes Institute of Management | TAPMI Manipal |
GIM Goa | KJ Somaiya Mumbai |
FORE New Delhi | IRMA |
IFMR | XIME Bangalore |
SFIMR Mumbai | Xavier Business School (XBS), St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata |
LIBA Chennai | XISS Ranchi |
XAT Counselling starts after the conclusion of XAT exam and the release of results and cut off. Check XAT Counselling Process
XAT Application Form filling window has been closed on December 10, 2021. However, candidates applying through GMAT/ GRE can fill the application forms till January 15, 2022. XAT registration fee for Indian Candidates applying for Ex-PGDM through GMAT is INR 2500. NRI or Foreign Candidates applying for one or multiple programs via GMAT must pay INR 500 extra for every course.
XAT exam pattern has been revised by XLRI this year. As per the recent changes introduced in XAT exam pattern, the following points are noteworthy regarding XAT test pattern and marking scheme:
All questions in XAT paper will be objective type. Tabulated below is a brief of section-wise XAT Exam Pattern 2022 for your reference:
Parts | Section of XAT Exam | No. of Questions | XAT Cut Off |
XAT Time Duration |
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Part 1 | XAT Decision Making | 21 |
8-9 marks
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165 minutes |
XAT Verbal & Logical Ability | 26 | 9-11 marks | ||
XAT Quant | 28 | 10-12 marks |
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Part 2 | XAT GK | 25 | XAT GK marks are not considered for score calculation. | 25 minutes |
XAT Essay Writing | 1 | Will be evaluated only for the candidates shortlisted for the PI round | ||
Total | - | 100 | 27-31 marks | 190 minutes |
XAT Syllabus is specified by Xavier School of Management, the exam conducting body. XAT Syllabus has been revised and the essay writing section has been reintroduced. XAT 2022 Syllabus consists of 4 other sections: Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, Decision Making, Logical & Verbal Ability, and General Awareness. Given below is the section-wise XAT Syllabus for your reference:
XAT 2022 Syllabus | |
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Section | Topics |
XAT QA-DI Syllabus | Geometry, Mensuration – 2D and 3D, Probability, Algebra Functions, Profit and Loss, Speed & Distance, Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations, Logarithm, Surds & Indices, Statistics, Trigonometry, Graphs, Arithmetic |
XAT Decision Making Syllabus | Ethical Dilemma, Business Decisions, Analytical Reasoning, Situational Conditions, Grouping Test, Data Arrangement Test, Data Comprehension, Decision Making in a situation |
XAT Verbal Ability Syllabus |
Para Jumbles, Para Completion, Vocabulary, Analogy, Grammar, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Parallelism, Antonyms, Idioms, etc |
XAT GK Syllabus | Static GK and Current Affairs: Politics, History, Sports, National & International Affairs, and States, etc. |
XAT Essay Writing | A short essay of 250 words on any topic including current affairs, social & economic issues, business & management-oriented topics, etc. |
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XAT Admit Card is released online on the official website of XLRI- xatonline.in. XAT Admit Card contains details such as exam center, date, and timing of the exam, instructions for candidates, as well as the candidate’s registration details.
Valid Photo ID in original and photocopy to be carried along with admit card to the exam center are mentioned below:
XLRI has released the list of XAT 2022 Test Centres along with the official notification. In order to capacitate thousands of XAT aspirants, almost all major cities in India have at least a test center.
XAT exam preparation should ideally begin at least 4-5 months before the exam date to cover the vast and dynamic syllabus of XAT 2022 exam. Tabulated below are the section-wise preparation tips for XAT 2022 along with some of the recommended books for XAT preparation. Candidates are also advised to download XAT Previous Year Question Papers for last-minute preparations.
Section | Number of Questions | Preparation Tips | Recommended XAT Preparation Books |
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Verbal and Logical Ability | 26 |
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Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension by Ajay Singh |
A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R S Aggarwal | |||
How to Prepare for VARC by Arun Sharma | |||
Decision Making | 21 |
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Jabbing the XAT |
Previous Year XAT Question Papers | |||
Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation | 28 |
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Quantum CAT by S K Verma |
How to Prepare for QA by Arun Sharma | |||
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by R S Aggarwal | |||
General Knowledge | 25 |
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Newspapers like The Hindu, Indian Express, etc. |
Manorama Year Book | |||
Essay Writing | 1 |
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Previous Year Papers |
Newspapers and Magazines |
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Utkarsh joined a coaching center that offered recap batches every week. He took 2 mock tests on a weekly basis. He maintained a schedule like waking early, solving sudoku puzzles, and reading newspapers/magazines. To crack XAT reading comprehension and verbal ability, he read the Guardian newspaper on a regular basis. GMAT Club and CR bible helped him with the Critical Reasoning section. Utkarsh solved all the question papers of previous years to crack XAT DM questions. He aced the Quant section by solving mock tests and analyzing his weak areas afterward by going through the solutions. Ultimately, working on basics and being stress-free on exam day helped him score a 99.99 percentile.
One of the best alternatives for XAT Preparation is online preparation. Check Best XAT Online Coaching Centers with Pricing Details and Key Benefits
To score well in the XAT 2022 Exam, one must practice plenty of practice papers and sample papers. While solving XAT mock tests, attempt it like how you would in the exam hall. Put a timer of 200 minutes before attempting and carefully analyze your attempt before moving forward, and learn from any mistakes you might have made. Download Free XAT Practice Papers
Ques. When will XLRI release the official notification for XAT 2022 exam?
Ans. XLRI has released the official notification for XAT 2022 on July 29, 2021, on the official website. XAT 2021 exam will be conducted on Jan 2, 2022.
Ques. Is XAT exam tougher than other MBA exams like CAT?
Ans. Yes, XAT is considered to be tougher than other management exams. XAT has two sections, namely GK and Decision Making, which are not a part of CAT syllabus and this adds to the difficulty level of XAT.
Ques. How many times is XAT exam conducted by XLRI in a year?
Ans. XAT is conducted by XLRI once every year, usually on the first Sunday of January. XAT 2022 will be held on January 2, 2022.
Ques. How many candidates appear for XAT every year?
Ans. Every year more than 80000 candidates appear for XAT exam. In 2021, around 75000 candidates appeared for XAT exam due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hence, about 75000-85000 candidates are expected to appear for XAT 2022.
Ques. When will XLRI conduct XAT 2022 exam?
Ans. XLRI usually conducts XAT exam on the first Sunday of January every year and for XAT 2022 it is no different. XAT 2022 exam will be conducted by XLRI on January 2, 2022, as per the official notification.
Ques. Do IIMs accept XAT scores?
Ans. No, IIMs do not grant admission on the basis of XAT exam scores. IIMs only accept CAT scores for admission. XAT score is accepted by other top management schools across the country like XLRI, Jamshedpur, XIME Bangalore, TAPMI Manipal, XISS Ranchi, etc.
Ques. What is the application fee for XAT exam?
Ans. The Application Fee for XAT exam is INR 1750. No concessions in the application fee will be granted to any candidate. XAT application fee is the same for all candidates irrespective of gender, caste, and category.
Ques. Can I edit the details that I entered while filling XAT application form?
Ans. Candidates must recheck all the information before submitting XAT application form as after submitting the application, there is no provision of editing XAT application form. In case of any incorrect information, the application form will be rejected.
Ques. Will the candidates be able to choose the order of attempting sections in XAT 2022 exam?
Ans. Yes, the applicants can choose any of the 3 sections in part 1 of XAT question paper, to begin with. However, the GK and Essay Writing sections can be attempted by the candidates after they’re done with the first 3 sections.
Ques. Will there be any sectional time limit in XAT 2022?
Ans. The first 3 sections- Decision Making, Verbal & Logical ability, and Quant have to be completed within 165 minutes, and 15 minutes will be given to complete the GK section. Also, 10 minutes will be provided for writing the 250 word essay.
Ques. How do I know that my XAT application has been successfully submitted?
Ans. After successful filling of XAT application form and confirmation of fees payment, the screen displays ‘registration successful’ along with “XAT ID”. The candidates must note down the id as without it they will not be able to log in and download their admit card.
Ques. Can candidates in their 2nd year of graduation apply for XAT?
Ans. No. Candidates must either be graduates or should be in the last year of graduation to apply for XAT 2022 exam. Candidates in the 2nd year of graduation are not eligible to apply for XAT exam.
Ques. Which are the top 5 institutes which accept XAT scores?
Ans. Following are the top 5 institutes that accept XAT scores:
Ques. By registering and paying for XAT 2022, am I eligible for XLRI and other Associate Member Institutes?
Ans. Candidates interested in XLRI need to apply for the programs of their choice. Please note that each institution independently decides the weightage to be given for each of the test components on the basis of its needs. XLRI does not play any role in the selection of candidates in these institutes. For XAT Associate Member Institutes (refer XAT Associate Institutes website) XAT is a common test for admission into academic programs of XLRI.
Ques. In how many months can I prepare for XAT?
Ans. The ideal number of months required for XAT preparation is between 4 to 6 months. However, candidates can make their own schedules depending on their level of preparation and understanding.
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