XAT 2025: Registration Process (Started), Exam Date (Jan 5), Syllabus, Pattern, Question Papers, Cutoffs
XAT Exam Highlights 2025
The XAT score is accepted by over 800 B-Schools across India, including renowned institutions like XLRI Jamshedpur, XIMB, XISS, IMT, GIM Goa, GLIM, and KIIT SOM. While the XAT exam pattern is similar to other MBA entrance exams, it features a unique sectional time limit and includes a distinctive Decision-Making section. Effective preparation for the XAT requires a dedicated plan separate from other MBA entrance exams. Here are the key highlights of the XAT 2025 exam:
Particulars | Details |
XAT application fees | INR 2,300 |
XAT application mode | Online |
Mode of examination | Online |
Number of sections | 4 (Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, General Knowledge) + Essay Writing |
Duration of exam | 210 minutes |
Sectional time limit | 175 minutes for Part 1 5 minutes for Part 2 30 minutes for Part 3 |
Number of questions | 103 |
XAT Exam Total Marks | 100 |
Difficulty level | Moderate to High |
Language of paper | English |
Number of answer choices | Four |
XAT marking scheme | +1 mark for correct answer - 0.25 marks for incorrect answer - 0.10 marks for more than 8 un-attempted questions No negative marking in the GK section |
XLRI cut off for admission | 94 percentile (for the 2024 batch) |
XAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
Refer to the table below for the complete schedule of the XAT 2025 exam:
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
15 Jul '24 | XAT 2025 Exam registration begins |
Oct '24 | XAT Mock Test by XLRI |
Dec '24 | XAT 2025 admit card download starts (Tentative) |
05 Jan '25 | XAT 2025 Exam |
Jan '25 | XAT 2025 response sheet release |
Jan '25 | XAT 2025 result (Tentative) |
Jan '25 | XAT 2025 Cut Offs Release (Tentative) |
XAT Registration Information
The registration process for XAT 2025 started on July 15, 2024, and will continue until November 30, 2024. Candidates can choose their preferred exam centres from over 70 locations nationwide.
Event | Dates |
Registration begins | July 15, 2024 |
Registration ends | November 30, 2024 |
Application correction | November 28-29, 2024 |
Admit card release | December 20, 2024 |
XAT Mock Tests and Admit Card Release
Mock tests are an essential part of preparation. The next mock test is scheduled for October 20, 2024. Candidates can download their admit cards from December 20, 2024.
Admit Card & Exam Schedule | Key Dates |
Admit card download begins | December 20, 2024 |
XAT 2025 exam | January 5, 2025 |
Exam Time | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
XAT Result and Cutoff Dates
The results are expected in the third week of January 2025, followed by the release of cutoff marks.
XAT 2025 Events | Tentative Dates |
Response sheet release | January 2025 |
Result declaration | January 2025 |
Cutoffs announcement | January 2025 |
Note: Candidates should download and print the admit card as it is mandatory for entry into the examination hall. Keeping track of deadlines and updates ensures smooth participation in the exam process.
XAT Answer Key
Although the XAT 2024 exam is scheduled for January 7, 2024, the official answer key will likely be released between January 10-12, 2024, enabling candidates to assess their performance. The response sheet will be available on January 10, 2024, and the final version of the answer key is expected around January 15, 2024.
Events | Dates |
XAT 2024 Exam | January 7, 2024 |
Answer Key Release | January 10-12, 2024 |
Final Answer Key (Tentative) | January 15, 2024 |
XAT 2025 Results
The XAT 2025 results will be announced on January 20, 2025, via the official website. Candidates can download their scorecards, including sectional and overall percentiles, until the last week of March 2025.
If candidates require a printed scorecard, they need to submit a demand draft (DD) of ₹300 in favor of XLRI Jamshedpur, payable at Jamshedpur.
XAT 2025 Cutoff and Selection
The XAT 2025 cutoff will be published in the first week of February 2025. Candidates meeting the cutoff criteria will be invited to participate in the final selection rounds, including:
- Group Discussion (GD)
- Written Ability Test (WAT)
- Personal Interview (PI)
The selection process will take place at various institutes nationwide in February or March 2025. Meeting the cutoff is essential to secure admission to the desired MBA program.
