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Performance in GK and Essay Sections important for XLRI Admission; XAT Convenor & XLRI Admission Chair Dr Vishwa Ballabh

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XAT 2023 exam date is January 8, 2023 and given its reputation, XAT exam gets a new make over every year. This year XAT will be held in the afternoon session from 2 PM to 5.10 PM instead of morning session. With only a few days left for the XAT exam, the Countdown to XAT 2023 has truly begun and XLRI Jamshedpur has released the list of 70+ XAT exam cities in India after recording a massive jump of 25% in the number of XAT registrations which have gone up at 98,242 applicants this year. The XAT 2023 Admit card has already been released on December 26, 2022. Check step by step process how to download XAT Admit card

With a view to bust myths about XAT exam and to address XAT aspirants’ several queries including the XAT difficulty level, exam pattern, importance of GK and Essay Writing Section in XAT, last minute tips, MBAUniverse.com reached out to Dr Vishwa Ballabh, Convener of XAT and XLRI Jamshedpur Admission Chair, who has addressed various queries of XAT aspirants in a detailed video interview. MBAUniverse.com is publishing a series of articles and videos to dispel the myths around XAT. 

The first two articles published in the series were on XAT 2023 Exam Pattern and Difficulty level and the game changer Decision Making Section , here is the 3rd article on importance of GK and Essay Writing sections in XAT and their role in XLRI Admission process.

Out of the 100 MCQs making 4 XAT exam sections, 25 questions will be on General Awareness. All these GK questions will be without negative marking. Essay writing is an additional descriptive section. Dr Vishwa Ballabh has shared with MBAUniverse.com the why the GK and Essay Writing sections are important, why they are included and also shares key tips and his advice for XAT aspirants how to approach these sections

“GK in XAT plays important role in XLRI Admission” Tells XAT 2023 Convener The Part-2 of XAT 2023 exam will be of 25 minutes duration. It will consist of GK and Essay Writing sections. The GK and Essay writing tests in XAT are not counted for percentile calculation but still they are important. General Awareness (GK) plays a very important role in final selection process of XLRI admission. XAT convener shared the salient points about the importance and role of GK Section in XAT and said, “If you do poorly in GK section, XLRI may not offer you admission”

GK Section in XAT: 5 Salient Points

• Good GK Must: For XLRI Admission, the candidate is expected to have good knowledge on Business, Economy, current affairs, key national and international developments
• Mandatory for XLRI Admission : Without good score in GK section, No candidate will be offered admission in XLRI
• Prepare as per Past Papers: Check Previous XAT GK questions to familiarize and prepare for this section
• No Negative Marking : GK section has no Negative Marking for 25 GK questions, so you can score high
• XLRI Evaluates GK Performance before Admission: Your GK Section Performance will be evaluated in XLRI final selection round 

Essay Writing Test in XAT: Important to Assess Your Writing Skill The 5 th section in XAT 2023 exam is Essay Writing Test. While Essay score is not counted for percentile calculation, it plays important role in final selection process of XLRI admission. Sharing with MBAUniverse.com, XAT convener said, “Essay writing test is meant to test your writing skills. Write your Essay in Maximum 300 Words.”

• Importance of Essay Writing Section in XAT
• Test of Writing Skill: For XLRI Admission, the candidate is expected to have good writing skill with coherent flow of thoughts. This is ensured through Essay Writing Test
• Maximum Words are 300: You need to limit your essay in 300 words. The essay should contain more information and ideas in brief
• Mandatory for XLRI Admission : A good score in Essay writing test is must. If you do not do well, you may not be offered admission in XLRI
• Essay Topics: Essay topics are based on business, economy, current affairs, abstract ides. You should check Previous XAT papers to know the essay topic trends in XAT
• No Fixed Correct Answer : Essay writing is opinion and fact based descriptive test, there is no correct or incorrect answer for this. The more you score, the better will be your admission chances in XLRI
• Essay Evaluated in Final Selection Process: Since Essay score is not counted for percentile calculation, XLRI evaluates it only for those candidates who have been shortlisted 

Conducted by XLRI for the last 72 years, XAT is the mandatory entrance exam for XLRI admission. Apart from XLRI, XAT scores are also accepted by 160 B-schools including top MBA colleges like XIMB, MICA, IMI, IMT, IRMA, GIM Goa, Great Lakes among others.

Special Resources for XAT 2023 on MBAUniverse.com To help you prepare well and get ready for D Day, MBAUniverse.com offers many resources. Some of them are:

• XAT 2023 Exam Pattern will be similar to Last Year’s Paper
• Decision Making in XAT – a Game Changer
• Take  XAT 2023 Mock Test
• XAT 2022 Topper Kanika Mehra
• Success mantra by Shekhar Kapoor XAT topper
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XAT 2023 Analysis

XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) 2023 was conducted online on January 8, 2023, between 2 PM and 5:30 PM. The test had almost the same structure as last year. Three essay topics were provided. The test-taker had to select one.

The structure of the test along with suggested time allocation, good attempts, and estimated cut-offs based on the feedback from IMS students and experts are in the table below:

The Question Paper consisted of :

Part A questions invited negative marks of – 0.25 for each incorrect response. In addition, there was a penalty of  -0.1 mark for every unattempted question after 8 unattempted questions.

Overall, XAT-2023 was similar in difficulty level to XAT 2022. The DM Section was on par with the same last year with a few questions in DM being difficult. The VALR section was slightly more challenging than the same section in XAT 2022. The QA-DI section was slightly easier compared with XAT 2022.

Based on the inputs received from students and IMS mentors who appeared for the test and based on the actual cutoffs over the last two years, we estimate the following cut-offs for XLRI BM and HRM programs:

XLRI BM Program

XLRI HRM Program

SECTIONAL ANALYSIS

Note: For both BM and HRM programs of XLRI, the overall cutoff is significantly greater than the sum of the sectional cutoffs. Therefore, the number of good attempts for different sections has been estimated from the point of view of a student who wishes to maximize the score in that section.

Verbal and Logical Ability Section (26 questions)

There were 14 Reading Comprehension questions and 12 Verbal Ability/Reasoning questions. The Verbal ability/Verbal Reasoning questions were a fair mix of grammar, vocabulary, and reasoning-based questions (Critical Reasoning, Correct statements and Jumbled Paragraphs). The 14 RC questions were distributed among four passages and one poem. The poem-based RC was difficult. The remaining four passages were of 200 – 450 words each approximately; they had a mixture of mostly medium to difficult questions. Many of the questions were inferential and application-based.

An attempt of about 13-14 questions in this section in about 55-60 minutes, with about 75-80% accuracy would be considered a good attempt.

Decision Making (2 2 questions)

This section consisted of 22 questions. There was one Quantitative DM set.

The section consisted of 6 sets of 3 questions each and 2 sets of 2 questions each. Most of the questions were on Ethical Dilemma. As usual, some questions had a fair deal of ambiguity – in that either no answer seemed correct or more than one option appeared correct. Overall, the questions were of medium difficulty. Therefore, the choice of sets/questions to attempt would have depended mainly on your personal preferences and strengths.

In about 50-55 minutes, an attempt of about 11-12 questions with about 75-80% accuracy would be considered to be good.

Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation (28 questions)

This section was of moderate level of difficulty. As a whole, it was slightly easier than XAT-2022. Out of the 28 questions in the section, 22 were on Quantitative Ability and 6 were on Data Interpretation.

There were two sets of Data Interpretation with 3 questions each, one was based on a scatter plot, radar and bar graph while the other was on table.

Following is the break-up of the questions in the section:

An attempt of about 17-18 questions (with about 80 percent accuracy) in about 55-60 minutes would be considered a good attempt.

Part B: Keyboard Check 

General Knowledge

The 25 GK questions comprised 18 current affairs questions and 7 static GK questions. Overall, the GK section was slightly more difficult than XAT 2022.. 15 questions were based on national events, 10 questions were based on international events and miscellaneous topics As usual, the questions covered a wide range of areas and gave no special advantage to specialists in any one area.

To maximize the score in this section, one should have attempted 12 questions seriously. Additionally, as there was no negative marking in this section, all the remaining questions should also have been attempted. A score of 6 – 7 would be a good score in this section.

Essay Writing

Three topics were provided. The test-taker had to select one topic and write an essay in around  250 words.

The topics for the essay writing task were:

• Risk is the essential need of the soul, the absence of which produces a kind of boredom which paralyses in a different way from fear, but almost as much.
• Rapid decarbonization to fulfil India’s net zero commitments will have business consequences.
• Someone with half your IQ is making 10x as you, because they are not smart enough to doubt themselves.

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XLRI is conducting XAT 2024 exam on January 7, 2024 as a computer based in single session of 3 hrs 30 minutes duration from 2 PM to 5.30 PM. XAT exam has two parts and the second part consists of GK and Essay Writing Test. Although Essay score is not counted for percentile calculation, it plays important role in final selection process of XLRI admission and assesses your writing skills.

How to Write Essay in XAT: Topper’s Tips XAT 2023 Topper with 99.98 Percentile and XLRI Jamshedpur student, Anna J Joseph suggests following Essay Writing Strategy and Tips for XAT 2024 Aspirants:

• Write at least 2 Essays Every week.
• Focus on writing different styles of essays and of different word limits
• There are online resources for essay topics for XAT. Take a topic & write the essay
• After Writing the Essay, find and solved essay topic online. Read it, and see how you can structure your ideas better

XAT Essay Writing: Word Limit XAT Convener had earlier advised to frame your ideas in the essay in 300 words, which may be considered an ideal word limit.

Importance of Essay Writing Section in XAT: 5 Salient Points

• TEST OF WRITING SKILL: For XLRI Admission, the candidate is expected to have good writing skill with coherent flow of thoughts. This is ensured through Essay Writing Test
• MAXIMUM WORDS ARE 300: You need to limit your essay in 300 words. The essay should contain more information and ideas in brief
• MANDATORY FOR XLRI ADMISSION : A good score in Essay writing test is must. If you do not do well you may not be offered admission in XLRI
• ESSAY TOPICS: Essay topics are based on business, economy, current affairs, abstract ideas. You should check Previous XAT papers to know the essay topic trends in XAT
• NO CORRECT ANSWER : Essay writing is opinion and fact based descriptive test, there is no correct or incorrect answer for this. The more you score the better will be your admission chances in XLRI
• ESSAY EVALUATED IN FINAL SELECTION PROCESS: Since Essay score is not counted for percentile calculation, XLRI evaluates it only for those candidates who have been shortlisted 

XLRI had restored Essay Writing Test section in XAT 2023 exam. Earlier the essay writing test was removed from XAT exam in 2019. A 5 minute pause will be given between XAT Part-I and Part-II to ascertain that there is no technical glitch (For example all the alphabetical, numeric, punctuation and sign keys on key board should be working fine) 

Top 20 Previous Year XAT Essay Topics The list of XAT essay topics consists of such topics which appeared in past Essay writing tests in XAT.  XAT Essay topics are mostly based on abstract ideas. The Essay Writing Test in XAT is evaluated only for the shortlisted candidates in the final selection round by XLRI.  The Essay topics in XAT exam are also used in WAT process by many top MBA colleges. Top 20 XAT Essay Topics for XAT exam as appeared in previous XAT years are detailed below:

40 Most Important Essay Topics for XAT 2024 The important thing is that on any essay topic in XAT, the writing of essay will be like a long paragraph of not more than 250-300 words. So, one of the XAT essay writing tips by the experts is to make sure whatever you write is meaningful and is non repetitive in content. The probable essay topics are:

• FAME India Scheme to reduce Vehicle Pollution : Review of Phase 1 & 2 Objectives and Success; Phase 3 Plans
• Viksit Bharat@2047 : A Timely Program for India's Transformation
• The Deepfake Dilemma : Unravelling the World of AI-Generated Content
• Ethics in Business : A Passing Fad or Necessary Condition?
• Narayana Murthy's Call for a  70-Hour Workweek : A Debate on Pros and Cons 
• Think Global, Act Local
• Women Reservation Bill
• India’s Solar Mission Aditya-L-1 : Another Success Story in Space
• India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor
• Global Space Economy : Can India be a Leader?
• ‘ One Nation One Poll ’: Benefits are More for India
• India Semiconductor Mission : Why is Chip Manufacturing a priority for Modi Government; Economic Impact
• China Plus One Strategy : How India can Benefit from Global companies adopting China Plus One Strategy
• Chandrayaan 3 – Benefits for India & Management Lessons
• India to overtake US as world's second largest economy by 2075: Goldman Sachs Report
• Digital Personal Data Protection Bill
• Uniform Civil Code : History, Benefits and Concerns, UCC Bills
• Future of Artificial Intelligence
• Work From Home : Desirable and Dream Job option for Employees?
• Foreign Universities in India : Will it raise academic standards and benefit Indian students, parents?
• World War 3 : Will Russia Ukraine Conflict result in Third World War?
• India overtakes China as the world's most populous country : Is Population a Boon or a Bane?
• Hindenburg Report  accuses Adani Group of Stock Manipulation, Fraud: Will this tarnish India’s Image?
• Digital Public Goods  (DPG): India’s approach and opportunities for the World
• ChatGPT : Will ChatGPT kill search engines or transform them
• National Green Hydrogen Mission  launched; Can India lead the world in Green Energy?
• Vande Bharat Express  Train: Necessity of Time or Luxury
• G 20  - India Presidency in 2023: History, Plans, Expectations and Roadmap
• Tech Layoffs : Top Tech Layoffs At Big Tech Companies In 2022
• Moonlighting in India  - What, Why and Should of this HR nightmare
• 5G Telecom Services in India  – Benefits and Impact
• Global Hunger Index 2022: Hunger in India
• Fair Digital Finance
• National Logistics Policy : Will it Reduce Costs & Improve Competitiveness of India
• Buy Now Pay Later  (BNPL): A convenience or a trap
• Gati Shakti Master Plan
• Global Climate Crisis: India Leadership
• Coal Crisis in India  
• Russia Ukraine War : Reasons for Conflict & Impact on India
• Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC):  Impact on Indian Financial System & Cryptocurrency

5 XAT Essay Writing Skills you need

• Subject knowledge
• Clarity of thought
• Flow of ideas
• Examples based on facts   
• Correct usage of Grammar & Vocabulary

10 XAT Essay Writing Tips XAT Essay Writing Tips include your flow of writing, grammatically correct writing, making meaningful sentences in easy and coherent language apart from subject knowledge. The important XAT essay writing tips are:  

• Make sure to write in paragraphs
• Each paragraph should express different idea that contributes to the main idea
• Paragraph should contain - (i)  Topic Sentence: it is the 1st sentence expressing the main idea of the paragraph- Say what you are going to say; (ii)  Supporting Sentences: they expand the main idea expressed in the topic sentence; (iii) Concluding Sentence: rounding off what has been said or a logical conclusion of the idea in the topic sentence
• Flow of paragraphs is must with words used with precise meanings without ambiguity
• The first paragraph should be an introduction to the subject matter
• Expansion/ support/ refutation of the idea must follow in subsequent paragraphs
• The last paragraph must have a conclusion of the main idea
• You can choose either Deductive or Inductive form of essay writing
• Read the directions carefully and focus on the issue rather than peripheries
• Recognize action words- analyse, discuss, evaluate, argue, comment  

 5 Important don’ts for XAT Essay Writing: Key Tips

• Do not use Jargon or Slang
• Do not use Cliché
• Do not use Abbreviations
• Do not use Quotations without acknowledgments
• Make tentative statements; avoid definitive statements- it leaves a scope for further discussion

How to improve Essay Writing skill: 5 Preparation tips

• Regularly read Newspaper editorials
• Read Top articles in News papers
• Check and read News websites
• Read Non-fiction
• Indulge in meaningful discussions with friends and family

XAT Essay Writing Test: Key Changes The essay writing test in XAT is online computer based test. The key features and changes introduced by XLRI in XAT Essay Writing Test are:

• Essay Writing test in XAT is in the 2 nd part of XAT exam
• Maximum 3 marks are awarded for the correct, coherent and well worded XAT Essay writing 
• Test taker has to complete XAT essay writing along with GK section in 25 minutes or less
• No extra time for XAT Essay writing test is assigned in online computer based XAT. Candidate has to complete the essay writing test within the overall time limit of 25 minutes
• 250-300 words limit is good for essay writing test in XAT 2024  
• No negative marking is there on XAT essay writing test
• The question on Essay writing in XAT is the last question in XAT exam

Solved XAT Essay topic XAT essay topic which earlier appeared in XAT exam is also an important guide. The previous XAT essay topic ‘Globalization and Jingoism always coexist’ seems to be an abstract Essay topic, but in fact it is a current affairs topic for essay writing. The importance of this essay topic can be understood by the fact that it has gained international relevance post the United States’ President elections. The solved XAT essay topics is shared below:   

Solved topic: Globalization and Jingoism always coexist The last decade of 20 th  century began with the concept of Globalization especially the developing economies taking steps to leap from Jingoism – the too aggressive protectionism at national level to spread wings in order to reap benefits of competitive Global markets.

The move of Globalization has been viewed as the step taken to bring the world closer, get the benefits of advanced economies, make the economy of the home country grow on the lines of Global growth, know and spread the culture of one another. However, since Globalization without the touch and feel of domestic requirements will lose the relevance at national level, both the concepts have coexisted and will continue to co-exist.

Globalization: Concept is not new Globalization is the new name for Laissez-faire – a French term that came up in 17 th  century calling for minimum Government intervention and allowing free movement of goods and services offering healthy competition to the local economy to enable it to improve its quality and standard.

Given the fact that many countries which remained under the control of foreign powers for hundreds of years and could not compete Globally after they were freed and apart from the moving on the path of growth in accordance with Global trends, they had to protect their home industries by imposing import restrictions, high tariffs, custom restrictions, quotas on certain imported goods to protect and enable home industries to grow. To inculcate the feeling of nationalism the use of domestic made products has been promoted.

Thus, the Globalization with Jingoism has continued to co-exist for centuries to help the under developed countries to become developed and become one of the strong economies with high per capita income in the world.

Earlier the developed economies like United Kingdom, United States of America and other countries also aggressively practiced Globalization with jingoism but placed no tough restriction on employment to the skilled technical personnel and other human resources coming for employment from other countries. The outsourcing of services in low per capita income countries was also freely permitted to increase profit margin in home countries.

No restriction on imports, exports of goods and services by the developed countries like USA was imposed earlier. 

Quite recently, Jingoism-the national patriotism to somewhat extreme level has again started overpowering the Globalization even in developed countries. This could also result in isolation due to too much protectionism. 

More Developed countries practicing Jingoism Recently elected President of America Mr Donald Trump has fuelled the Jingoism more while announcing number of restrictions on free import of various goods, issuing the Visa to foreign nationals and foreign skilled professionals coming for employment in USA.

USA has recently announced a hefty increase in import tariff on Aluminium and steel. The Jingoist action has been criticized by Europe, China and World Trade Organization alike and is viewed as a step to stop spread of Globalization. Any counter reaction by Europe on other imports from USA may become a deterrent on spread of Global Trade that could become prosperity.

Similarly, the President of USA has put the arrival of professionals from certain Islamic countries under a tough scan by announcing certain restrictions. This has irked the targeted Islamic countries. But on the similar grounds US President has also announced liberal aids to many countries and has stopped the major chunk of aid to the countries like Pakistan who give shelter to the terrorists. This move is appreciated worldwide as the spread of Global Trade is not possible without elimination of fear of terrorism.

Brexit is another example of Jingoism to protect home economy against Globalization. Brexit refers to the Britain moving out of the European Union with the objective to put a check on immigration by tightening its visa norms deviating from the European Union norms.

No going back: Co-existence is easier now Internet, Social media, easy Global movements, have made it easier to get in touch any part of the world, buy any product from any part of the world, move and set up a business abroad.

This has given rise to Global networking and views are instantly expressed on any Global happening or event. It has also become possible to promote the native product, culture and make it more prominent while competing with cultures and practices of other countries. It however depends how well both are practiced and not taken to either of the two extremes on Globalization or Jingoism.

Fear of loss giving rise to Jingoism Countries are opening up now. More people study and search employment in foreign countries than earlier. Many of them migrate to other countries for good and settle there. This has given rise to the fear among the natives that their jobs might be taken away as people are coming at lower remuneration, outsourcing by industries in low cost countries could result in loss of employment in home country and so on.

However, since it is the Globalization that is spreading business, it is very much possible that with the expansion of trade, home country will reap more benefits resulting in more employment for natives in the expansion phase.

The fear of losing the native culture, indigenous arts, cottage industry among others also give rise to Jingoism, making it a hindrance in spread of Globalization.

Thus, with the greater Globalization, more fear of loss will be there giving rise to more Jingoism. Hence, both will coexist unless the countries become confined to isolated homes without making any Global trade which is not possible for the future of world economy.

It is now for the country, understanding among the people how they keep a balance between Globalization and Jingoism.

XAT Essay Writing Test: Important Changes Over the years

• In 2018, XAT essay writing became computer based test.
• In 2019, it was scrapped from XAT exam.
• Now in XAT 2024 it is restored again.
• You need to write the essay on a given topic in XAT exam online.
• Essay topics in XAT exam have remained on abstract ideas or on Social topics. Sometimes they are based on current affairs.
• XAT essay topics are twisted and look like abstract topics asking for your opinion instead of hard facts
• XAT Essays are on the topics that touch the lives of common people.
• Essay Writing test in XAT needed good concentration and well practiced preparation to write a good essay

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XAT Essay Writing 2024 – The Xavier Admission Test (XAT) is a widely-known exam for MBA entrance, just after CAT. Many good MBA colleges accept XAT scores to decide who moves forward in the admission process. What makes XAT different is that everyone taking the test has to write an essay on a given topic. This part is often seen as the toughest by most students. In this article, we’ll share a simple strategy on how to get ready for the XAT Essay Writing 2024 and handle the topic you get in the exam.

XAT Essay Writing 2024 – Overview  

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XAT Essay Writing 2024

The XAT Essay is quite similar to the WAT test in the IIM Selection Process. However, a crucial difference is that, in WAT, only those candidates shortlisted for the GD-PI round participate in the WAT round. On the other hand, in XAT Essay Writing, all candidates must tackle this section during the XAT Exam, but the evaluation happens later if they make it to the next selection rounds. The essay holds a certain weight in determining the final merit, and this weight varies among different colleges.

XAT Essay Writing 2024 – Previous Year Topics

In the previous XAT exams, the essay topics were mostly abstract ideas, social issues, or sometimes based on current events. While the essay topics may appear simple, candidates are frequently unaware of how to articulate their ideas in 200 words within the time limit when writing an essay.

The XAT essay subjects were twisted, and they appeared to be abstract topics that asked for your opinion rather than concrete facts. XAT Essays intended to touch the lives of ordinary people and the difficulties they faced regularly.  The following are some XAT Essay Topics that have appeared in prior years’ XAT exams:

How To Write Essay For XAT Exam

Besides content knowledge, Essay Writing is an art that includes writing flow, grammatically accurate composition, and creating meaningful words in simple and clear language. The primary abilities required for writing a decent essay are subject knowledge, clarity of thought, correct use of vocabulary and grammar, the flow of ideas, and illustrations based on facts. The following are some of the most crucial XAT essay writing tips:

• Analyse the subject and choose a direction for your essay.
• Make a rough draft of the topic you’ll be writing about.
• Make sure to write in short paragraphs so that it seems and sounds engaging to read.
• Make a list of the ideas you wish to offer in your essay in the right order, and back up your points with facts and information, examples, and so on.
• Each paragraph should represent a new notion contributing to the main theme, and paragraph flow is essential. The words must have definite meanings and no ambiguity.
• The first paragraph should serve as an introduction to the topic, with succeeding paragraphs expanding the idea.
• Candidates must conclude the essential point in the last paragraph.
• You can write an essay in either deductive or inductive style.
• Read the directions attentively, concentrate on the main point rather than the details, and keep count of your, so you don’t go over your allotted time.

Jargon, slang, clichés, and abbreviations should all be avoided.

• Candidates should carefully structure the essay. It must not go above the required words.

We hope this post has helped you with all the necessary information and subjects for  Essay Writing in the XAT Exam  section.

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Reading newspaper editorials, online articles, non-fiction books, and engaging in meaningful debates with friends can all help you enhance your essay writing skills.

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Some crucial topics for XAT Essay Writing are mentioned above. Candidates should review and practice these topics adequately to perform well in the XAT Essay section.

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For the following questions answer them individually

Read the following statements. The leave policy is bound to be unpopular either with the management or among workers. If the leave policy is unpopular with the management, it should be modified. We should adopt a new policy if it is unpopular with workers. If the above statements are true, which one of the following MUST also be true?

We should attempt to popularize the leave policy among either the management or workers.

We should modify the leave policy only if this will not reduce its popularity among workers

If the leave policy is popular with the management, then we should adopt a new policy

We should modify the leave policy if modification will not reduce its popularity with the management.

If the leave policy is popular among workers, then we should adopt a new policy

In this question, the statements say that the leave policy is bound to be unpopular either with the management or among workers.

In Option C, it is given that the leave policy is popular with the management => it should be unpopular among the workers.

The statement says that we should adopt a new policy if it is unpopular with workers.

Therefore, Option C is correct.

Arrange the following into a meaningful sequence: 1. I’m not sure when I first became aware of the Singularity. 2. In the almost half century that I've immersed myself in computer and related technologies, I've sought to understand the meaning and purpose of the continual upheaval that I have witnessed at many levels. 3. Gradually, I've become aware of a transforming event looming in the first half of the twenty first century. 4. I'd have to say it was a progressive awakening. 5. Just as a black hole in space dramatically alters the patterns of matter and energy accelerating toward its event horizon, this impending Singularity in our future is increasingly transforming every institution and aspect of human life, from sexuality to spirituality.

1 introduces the author's uncertainty about when their awareness of the Singularity began and 3 builds on the first one, indicating that the author's awareness has developed gradually, and it specifies that the transforming event (the Singularity) is expected in the first half of the twenty-first century. 4 further emphasizes the gradual nature of the author's awareness, describing it as a "progressive awakening". 5 expands on the analogy of a black hole, drawing a parallel between a black hole's impact on space and the Singularity's transformative effect on various aspects of human life. 2 provides background information, explaining that over almost half a century, the author has been immersed in computer and related technologies, seeking to understand the meaning and purpose behind the continual upheaval witnessed.

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows. More people signed up for Harvard’s online courses in a year, for example, than have attended the university in its 377 years of existence. In the same spirit, there are more unique visits each month to the WebMD network, a collection of health websites, than to all the doctors working in the United States. In the legal world, three times as many disagreements each year amongst eBay traders are resolved using ‘online dispute resolution’ than there are lawsuits filed in the entire US court system. On its sixth birthday, the Huffington Post had more unique monthly visitors than the website of the New York Times, which is almost 164 years of age. The British tax authorities use a fraud-detection system that holds more data than the British Library (which has copies of every book ever published in the UK). In 2014, the US tax authorities received electronic tax returns from almost 48 million people who had used online tax preparation software rather than a tax professional to help them. The architectural firm Gramazio & Kohler used a group of autonomous flying robots to assemble a structure out of 1500 bricks. The consulting firm Accenture has 750 hospital nurses on its staff, while Deloitte, founded as an audit practice 170 years ago, now has over 200,000 professionals and its own full-scale corporate university set in a 700,000-square-foot campus in Texas. The author of the above paragraph is trying to conclude something by citing different pieces of evidence. What could the author be trying to prove?

How new organizational forms are emerging

How automation is taking away jobs traditionally done by humans.

How professionals are getting replaced by technology

How old firms are dying.

What old firms can do to survive.

The passage provides various examples of how technological advancements and online platforms are changing traditional ways of doing things, such as education, healthcare, legal dispute resolution, news consumption, tax preparation, architecture, and the structure of organizations. The examples collectively suggest a shift toward new organizational forms and approaches.

Therefore, Option A is the correct choice.

When facing various challenges, people in today’s digital world heavily rely on private, online information-seeking behaviour. Individuals who experience depression will often attempt to understand their predicament and seek remedy by searching the Internet for depression-related information and treatment. A recent report says that there exists evidence of many searches comprising the word depression, during and just after the elections, in country Y. So, it can be concluded that the election is experienced by many people in country Y as a truly psychologically traumatizing event—and as such as being potentially depressionogenic. Which of the following statements MOST seriously weakens the conclusion drawn in the passage?

Election is a festival in some countries, people happily choose their leader by casting votes.

A survey in country Y shows that an election can cause a significant increase in the average level of depression.

Depression-related advertisements are on the rise during and just after the election in country Y.

Many people do not use the Internet in country X.

Per day sale of anti-depression drugs is constant across the years in country Y.

If the sale of anti-depression drugs remains constant across the years in country Y, it suggests that there is no significant increase in the demand for such drugs during and after the elections. The conclusion in the passage is based on the premise that the election is a psychologically traumatizing event, leading to increased searches related to depression.

In summary, option E weakens the conclusion by providing evidence that contradicts the expected increase in the demand for anti-depression drugs during and after the elections in country Y.

Read the following sentences carefully. 1. The boss accused her employee for stealing information. 2. The boss had better discuss the issue with the employee concerned. 3. The India of 2022 is very different from the India of 1947. 4. The government is committed to providing people with food. 5. He is good in playing the piano. From the following, identify the option with INCORRECT sentences.

Statement-1

The correct preposition to use with "accused" is "of" instead of "for." The sentence should be: "The boss accused her employee of stealing information."

Statement-5

The correct preposition to use with "good" in this context is "at" instead of "in." The sentence should be: "He is good at playing the piano."

Therefore, C is the correct answer.

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows. As a generation, we are rethinking what we are to others. Our technological prowess has become a wireless lifeline for others. Some of us apply ourselves to innovation: hackathons and other forms of technological creativity. Our families look to us to know how to use technology both to waste time and to make meaning. Some of us set up Facetime for those denied face-to-face time. We show them it will be OK, that digital relationships are real relationships - though in fact we are not always sure. Which of the following will be the most MEANINGFUL conclusion of the passage?

Technological advancement helps society derive meaning from work

The Pandemic has increased societal dependence on technology

Technology is destroying families and communities

Technology usage has changed social relations for this generation

Change is the only constant in life, so people must embrace technology

The passage discusses how the current generation is rethinking its role in relation to others, emphasizing the impact of technological prowess as a lifeline, the role of innovation, and the use of technology in both wasting time and making meaning. Additionally, the passage highlights the setting up of FaceTime for remote interactions and the assertion that digital relationships are real, though uncertainties exist. This suggests a transformation in social relations due to technology use.

Therefore, D is the correct answer.

Read the following sentences carefully. 1. The exam will begin from 2:00 p.m. on January 8th. 2. While entering into the college building, he saw the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. 3. The government has entered into a discussion with the local bodies for keeping the streets clean. 4. I will start my world tour from Sri Lanka. 5. Amitabh Bacchan is married with Jaya Bacchan 6. I have been working on this project for three weeks. From the following, choose the option having all the CORRECT sentences.

The correct sentence would be, "The exam will begin at 2:00 p.m. on January 8th."

The correct preposition to use with "entering" is "the." The sentence should be: "While entering the college building, he saw the statue of "Mahatma Gandhi."

The correct preposition to use with "married" is "to." The sentence should be: "Amitabh Bacchan is married to Jaya Bacchan."

Therefore, 3,4 and 6 are the correct sentences.

Arrange the following into a meaningful sequence: 1. Our knowledge about life developed over the centuries thanks to the many philosophers, physicists, chemists and biologists, who examined such complex matters according to their different points of view. 2. Out of this long history, I wish to quote here only one date, the year 1953. 3. In that year, Miller and Urey carried out their famous experiment about the primordial universal soup, whose foundations had already been expounded by the Russian chemist Alexandre Oparin in 1924. 4. From a mixture of five gases, methane, ammonia, carbon dioxide, hydrogen and water vapor, and an electric discharge as the source of energy, complex molecules were produced, including amino acids.

1 sets the stage by acknowledging the collective efforts of various thinkers over centuries. 2 introduces a specific date, 1953, suggesting a pivotal moment in the history of our understanding. 3 provides context for the significance of 1953, mentioning the experiment conducted by Miller and Urey and its relation to the ideas proposed by Alexandre Oparin in 1924. 4 details the experiment conducted in 1953 and its outcomes, contributing to the development of knowledge about the origin of life.

Fill up the blanks with appropriate words. Oil painting did to appearance what capital did to social____________. It reduced everything to the __________of objects. Everything became __________because everything became a commodity. All reality was mechanically__________ by its materiality

Construction, minuteness, commercial, evaluated

Relations, equality, exchangeable, measured

Setup, understanding, useless, identified

Reality, randomness, saleable, located

Justice, level, expensive, understood

Option B is the correct answer because it accurately fills the blanks with terms that align with the context and convey the intended meaning. The sentence draws a parallel between the impact of oil painting on appearance and the impact of capital on social relations.The term "relations" aptly describes the complexity of social connections, while "exchangeability" aligns with the idea that both oil painting and capital reduce diverse elements to a commercial, commodified form. "Measured" effectively concludes the sentence, emphasizing the mechanistic quantification of reality based on its material aspects. This option provides a coherent and contextually fitting completion.

Read the following excerpt carefully. In the future, hydrogen may form a significant part of our energy systems. Today it is mostly used in oil refineries and fertiliser but in the future hydrogen could power our cars, heat our homes, and fuel industry. A recent McKinsey study suggested that in less than 25 years, hydrogen could account for 18% of global energy consumption and reduce carbon dioxide emissions from current levels by some 6 gigatons…. Which of the following sentences will MOST logically complete the above excerpt?

The impact of such a change in the energy system would be huge, potentially generating $2,500 billion in revenue globally and creating more than 30 million jobs.

Germany unsuccessfully experimented with trains fuelled by hydrogen.

Hydrogen can be made through reformation, electrolysis, or pyrolysis, comes labelled in different colours from simple green to more complicated turquoise, can be stored as a gas, cryogenic liquid, converted to ammonia or even borane and then finally made useful through a fuel cell, engine, or burner.

Despite the potential, 90% of the general population knew nothing about hydrogen technology.

Earlier, experts thought that hydrogen fuel would be too expensive

Option A is the correct answer because it logically extends the information provided in the excerpt about the future potential of hydrogen in energy systems. The excerpt discusses how hydrogen may play a significant role in our energy systems, and Option A complements this by introducing the potential impact of such a change. It mentions the economic aspects, stating that the impact could be huge, potentially generating $2,500 billion in revenue globally and creating more than 30 million jobs. This additional information aligns with the broader implications of adopting hydrogen as a significant part of energy systems, making Option A the most logical completion of the excerpt.

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According to IMS, an attempt of about 13-14 questions in this section in about 55-60 minutes, with about 75-80% accuracy would be considered a good attempt. As per Career Launcher, 16-18 questions were doable.

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Xat 2023 analysis: decision making .

As per the experts at IMS, In about 50-55 minutes, an attempt of about 11-12 questions with about 75-80% accuracy would be considered to be good.  According to the analysis by Career Launcher, it is slightly tougher than last year. A good attempt in this section is 15 to 17 questions.

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Xat 2023 analysis:  quantitative ability and data interpretation.

According to IMS, an attempt of about 17-18 questions (with about 80 percent accuracy) in about 55-60 minutes would be considered a good attempt. As per Career Launcher, the Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation was moderately more difficult in comparison to last year. A good attempt in this section would be 16 to 18 questions.

XAT 2023 Analysis:  General Knowledge

According to IMS, to maximize the score in this section, one should have attempted 12 questions seriously. Additionally, as there was no negative marking in this section, all the remaining questions should also have been attempted. A score of 6 – 7 would be a good score in this section. As per experts at Career Launcher, a  good score in this section would be 10+.

XAT 2023 Analysis:  Essay Writing

Three topics were provided. The test-taker had to select one topic and write an essay of around  250 words.

The topics for the essay writing task were:

• Risk is the essential need of the soul, the absence of which produces a kind of boredom which paralyses in a different way from fear, but almost as much.
• Rapid decarbonization to fulfil India’s net zero commitments will have business consequences.
• Someone with half your IQ is making 10x as you, because they are not smart enough to doubt themselves.

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XAT 2023: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Cut Offs, Eligibility Criteria

What is xat.

XAT stands for Xavier Aptitude Test. XAT is a Computer Based Test that is conducted by XLRI (Xavier Labour Relations Institute) on behalf of XAMI (Xavier Association of Management Institutes). The XAT exam score is used by more than 160 institutes for admission. XAT 2023 is expected to be on the first Sunday of January 2023 i.e. 1 January 2023. The XAT entrance exam is conducted across various cities in India.

In this article the following points have been discussed:

Important Highlights of XAT 2023

Xat 2023 important dates.

• XAT 2023 Latest Updates
• XAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
• XAT 2023 Key Changes in Exam Pattern

The XAT 2022 was held on 2 January 2022. The XAT 2023 Notification will be released around November 2022. The XAT last date to register for XAT and XLRI will be tentatively in November 2022. The XAT 2023 exam date is yet to be announced. Candidates can check the XAT 2023 official website for the registration process once the XAT notification is released. The XAT online test consists of 2 Parts. Part 1 consists of Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, and Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation section. Whereas Part 2 consists of General Knowledge and Essay section. The Essay section was reintroduced in XAT 2022. However, the Essay question will be evaluated after the candidate has been shortlisted for the interview. The XAT exam is conducted annually. The duration of the XAT exam is 190 minutes which is divided into Part 1 which has a sectional time limit of 165 minutes and Part 2 which has a sectional-time limit of 25 minutes.

The mode of XAT 2023 is English only. The question paper consists of two time-bound sections. The important highlights of the XAT exam are given below:

XAT is conducted on the first Sunday of January. It is expected that XAT 2023 will be conducted on 1 January 2023. Candidates should check the important dates of XAT Exam

Candidates need to register for XLRI XAT 2023 exam on the XAT official website. Candidates can also apply for XAT Associate Institutes through the XAT scorecard. Candidates need to remember that the payments for registration for XAT and XLRI are non- refundable.

XAT Exam Pattern

The XAT exam 2023 consists of two-time bound parts. Part 1 consists of 3 sections-Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Decision Making and Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation, and Part 2 consists of General Knowledge and Essay. The exam pattern for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is given below:

• +1 mark for every correct answer
• -0.25 marks for every incorrect response
• -0.10 marks for every unattempted question after 8 unattempted question
• No negative marking for the General Knowledge section
• Essay to be evaluated only for those candidates who have been shortlisted for the interview

XAT 2023 Syllabus

XAT 2023 is one of the most popular management exams in the country. XAT consists of the Decision Making section which is not there in other MBA entrance exams. XAT does not have a prescribed syllabus. However, BYJU’S Experts have compiled a list of topics for the upcoming XAT exam.

XAT Syllabus 2023 for Decision Making

The decision-making section of XAT consists of 21 questions. This section consists of case study-based questions. This section is not there in CAT and other MBA exams. This section is unique to the XAT exam. The XAT syllabus for the Decision Making Section is given below:

XAT Syllabus 2023 for Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning

As XLRI does not prescribe any syllabus, the syllabus for XAT 2023 Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning section is based on the previous year’s trends. This section consists of 26 questions. This section is similar to the CAT exam’s VARC and Logical Reasoning section. The overview of the XAT 2023 syllabus of Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning is given below:

XAT Syllabus 2023 for Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation

The Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation section of the XAT entrance exam consists of 28 questions. The XAT Syllabus of Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation section consists of questions from both the quantitative ability and questions on data sets which are a part of the Data Interpretation. The level of difficulty of this section was Moderate for XAT 2022. The overview of the XAT Quantitative aptitude and Data Interpretation section is given below

XAT Syllabus 2023 for General Knowledge

This section consists of 25 questions. The General Knowledge section is not there in the CAT exam. This section does not have any negative marking. The questions asked in the XAT General Knowledge section include both Static GK and Current Affairs. An overview of the topics for XAT General Knowledge questions is given below

The syllabus of GK is vast and is not merely restricted to the above topics.

XAT Syllabus 2023 for Essay Section

The Essay Section was reintroduced in XAT 2023. There is only 1 question in this section. The candidates are given two topics and they are required to select one topic for the Essay writing. In this section, the candidates are required not to exceed 250 words. The Essay will be evaluated after the candidate has been shortlisted for the interview. The topics for the Essay are usually on abstract ideas. There is no fixed syllabus for the Essay section.

XAT Eligibility

The XAT Eligibility criteria refer to the basic requirement that a candidate needs to meet in order to be eligible to appear for the XAT exam. Candidates must be aware of the XAT eligibility criteria before they register themselves for the exam.

The XAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria are prescribed below

• There is no restriction on the age
• In terms of educational qualification, candidates must have completed their 3 years of Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline recognized by a University or Deemed University
• Candidates in their final year of Graduation can also apply
• NRI candidates can apply through GMAT

XAT Registration

The XAT Registration’s last date is usually in November. Candidates keen on seeking admission into XLRI or any of the XAT member institutions need to register for the XAT exam. The candidates can download the XAT admit card tentatively in December. The XAT Exam date is usually on the first Sunday of January. Candidates need to note that the payment made towards the XAT Registration is non-refundable. The overview of the XAT registration process is given below

Visit the official website: Candidates are required to visit the XAT official website and get themselves registered. Candidates need to have a valid email id and mobile number for registration

Filling the personal details: The candidates are then required to fill the following details in the registration form:

• Valid Email Address
• Mobile Number
• Choose a password
• Select state and city

After this the candidates will receive the XAT ID and Password on their registered email id.

Logging in through XAT ID and Password and filling the XAT application form: The candidates are required to fill in the details correctly, upload the required documents, photograph and signature and select the XAT test city centre.

XAT Exam Fees Payment: Lastly, the candidates are required to pay the XAT exam fees in order to complete the XAT registration process.

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Topics For Essay For XAT 

The essay has been reintroduced as the 5th section of the XAT exam. The essay will form part of part 2 of the exam along with the general knowledge section.

The general knowledge and essay combined will have a duration of 25 minutes, and these sections can only be unlocked after you have completed part 1 of the XAT exam.

Upon introducing the essay in the XAT 2022 exam, the exam duration is 3 hours and 10 minutes from the earlier 3-hour duration.

The essay for the XAT exam would not be calculated in the percentile, for which only the first part of the XAT is calculated. The essay will be considered only for the shortlisted candidates.

Essay topic for XAT

The essay topics in XAT are mainly focused on social issues or abstract ideas. They are framed in a way that asks for your opinion instead of facts so as to be able to learn about your point of view and personal identity and choices.

The essay will help the admissions committee judge your attitudes and perceptions and your ability to express your ideas in a coherent and meaningful way.

Previous Year Essay Topics

Tips for Essay

As the essay has been reintroduced, it becomes essential that you go through certain key points for the preparation of the essay section of the XAT exam 2025.

• Coherent thought : when writing an essay, make sure that you present your viewpoints in a coherent and effective way so that the examiner is able to analyze and understand your perspective.
• Balanced viewpoint : try not to adopt an extreme or biased viewpoint. Have a neutral and balanced perspective on the issue at hand so that you can critically examine the issue at hand.
• Facts : an essay should not be completely based on subjective opinions, but these same opinions must be backed by facts to provide credibility to your claims.
• Knowledge : you must aim you understand the topic well and answer the question from all perspectives. It should look well-researched and must display your subject knowledge of the same.
• Practice : if you wish to be good at essays, nothing can beat practice. At first, you might struggle with finding the right points for your answer, and you might take some time. However, you will eventually be able to write effectively within minutes with practice.
• Presentability : make sure that you present your essay well. Do not write long paragraphs. Instead, focus on writing small paragraphs. However, do not make them very short. Remember, balance is the key.

Tips for improving essay writing in XAT 

• Newspapers : when you refer to newspapers, you will understand the current affairs that will keep you updated on the latest social events. This will help your reading skills as well as your knowledge of various topics.
• Literature : reading literature will enrich your vocabulary, and you will also learn to frame your viewpoints in unique ways. The knowledge of various parts of speech is a valuable tool to help you in essay writing.
• Other tips include practicing essays, referring to top national and international affairs, with a special focus on events of social importance like climate change. Try not to use vague and general words in describing your essay topic. Make sure your thoughts are communicated precisely to the examiner.

These are some of the tips you can use to enhance your score in essay writing for the XAT exam 2025.

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XAT 2023 Syllabus and Exam Pattern

XAT is a competitive management exam at the national level. Most management colleges accept XAT scores for admissions for MBA or PGDM programs. XAT 2023 exam will be organized on January 8, 2023. Candidates need to be aware of the exam pattern and syllabus. The official website has released the exam schedule, syllabus, and pattern. The important details about the syllabus and paper pattern for XAT 2023 are based on the previous results of XAT. Although the questions in this exam may differ from the previous exam, the basic question pattern will remain the same. However, the XLRI-XAT Entrance Examination Program is not predefined for XAT 2023.

The XAT exam has multiple sections: Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation, Decision Making, Essay Section, GK section, and Verbal and Logical ability. Here is the exam pattern section, along with the important topics of the exam. 

XAT 2023 Quantitative Ability

XAT 2023 Quantitative Ability exam pattern will include verbal and quantitative questions. The Quant section of the exam will be made up of 28 questions. These will be broken into individual and group questions, with three to four questions per set. The level of difficulty in the Quant section will be moderate to difficult. The questions include numbers, geometry, measurement, functions, and Venn diagrams. The XAT 2023 Quantitative Ability syllabus and exam pattern include examples from past tests.

XAT 2023 Data Interpretation

The XAT 2023 Data Interpretation syllabus includes four major subjects and an essay writing section. The essay writing section will be evaluated after a candidate is shortlisted for the PI round. The XAT Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation syllabus covers the major topics and DI sets based on graphs. In addition, part 2 includes a decision-making section designed to assess problem-solving abilities. The exam will have seven sets of three questions to judge the candidate's ability to analyze a given situation.

XAT 2023 Essay section

In the Essay section, the length will be three hours and ten minutes. This section was previously excluded from the XAT Exam Pattern but reintroduced for the 2023 exam. As a result, the XAT exam duration will be three hours and ten minutes, with 165 minutes allotted for the Part 1 section and 25 minutes allotted for the Essay section. The XAT 2023 Exam Pattern hasn't changed much from previous years, but candidates should prepare according to the previous years' format to ensure success.

The XAT 2023 Essay section has been reintroduced after the recent changes to the exam pattern. There will be no breaks, and the total number of questions will be no more than 101. The XAT 2023 Essay section syllabus and exam pattern contain topics related to the five areas covered in Part B. The number of questions in the essay section is capped at 250 words, and the time allowed to answer each question is 10 minutes. The topics will be listed in the table below. 

XAT 2023 GK section

The XAT GK section is a multi-choice question paper that covers various topics such as history, geography, and science. It has no specific time limit and comprises 21 questions. Most of the questions come from current affairs, while others are static and are based on books and other sources. Therefore, students should plan their studies for this section to ensure they are well-versed in the tested topic.

XAT 2023 Logical Ability

XAT 2023 Logical Ability exam pattern includes questions on critical reasoning and analytical topics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and argumentation. It also includes questions on data interpretation, decision-making, and moral dilemmas. The syllabus is divided into five parts, each worth about one-third of the total paper.

The exam pattern is the same as XAT 2022, but the syllabus is slightly different. The exam is held in the first week of January. The  XAT 2023 question paper  will be in MCQ format. The exam is expected to run for about two hours. The syllabus varies from year to year, so be sure to check the exam pattern before applying.

XAT 2023 Decision-making

XAT 2023 Decision-making syllabus is divided into two parts. Part 1 comprises 75 questions, while Part 2 consists of 25 questions. To prepare for this XAT, you need to solve a sample paper. It will help familiarize you with the exam paper's pattern and improve your performance section-wise and overall.

It is possible to change your response or leave the exam room. However, you cannot go back to a question you have answered incorrectly. The new section of the exam consists of numerical questions. The answers to these questions are entered using a virtual keypad.

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XAT 2023-Notification (Out), Application form (Released), Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Results (Out)

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XAT 2023 Notification : XAT or Xavier Aptitude Test is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur. It is used for admission to various MBA/PGDM programs offered by colleges and universities across India. XAT is one of the oldest management entrance exams in India and is widely accepted by top B-schools. Check out the details of the  XAT 2023 Application Form, Date, Eligibility, Fee, Exam Pattern, Syllabus. 

Here we have provided the complete XAT 2023 Exam Pattern, Exam Dates, Eligibility, XAT Syllabus,  XAT 2023 Application Form, and Fee .  XAT exam is conducted for the admission in more than 150 B-Schools of the country.  XAT scores are used by more than 100 institutes for admission to MBA, PGDM, and other management courses.

XAT 2024 – Overview

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About XAT 2024

Xavier Labour Relations Institute  offers three two-year management programs: Human Resource Management (HRM), Business Management Programme (BM), and the Global MBA Programme. Admission to these programs is through XLRI’s entrance test, Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT), and GMAT. After applying for XAT, candidates apply to other member colleges, which use XAT scores for their respective admissions. XLRI updates the admission procedure on its website every year.

XAT 2024 Important Links

XAT Important Dates

XAT Exam Dates 2024

The official notification for XAT 2023 is released in Official website. The last date to submit the application is August 10, 2022. The XAT 2023 exam will be conducted on January 8, 2023 .

XLRI, Jamshedpur will be conducting the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT 2023) for admission to various MBA/PGDM programs offered by colleges and universities across India

XAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

The Eligibility Criteria for XAT 2023 which includes the Age limit & Educational Qualification. you can also check the details of the number of Attempts by the candidate in the XAT Online Examination.

Qualification: Completed 3 years of a bachelor’s degree from any recognized institute or are currently in the last year of their bachelor’s degree college.

Nationality: Indian and students from abroad may apply to XLRI courses through GMAT scores

Number of Attempts: No limit

There is no age limit XAT 2023

XAT Application Form 2024

The XAT 2023 Online Application Available on the Official Website of XAT. The following we provide the Online Application form for XAT 2023 examination.

XAT 2024 Application Fee

The Application Fee for XAT 2023 is Rs.2000/-

For Online Application, the Candidate has to select the Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking option to pay the application fee and follow the online instructions to complete the payment of the fee. After successful payment, the candidate will be able to print the Application Form.

XAT Application Process

• The candidates who are going to apply in XAT 2023 are required to apply online.
• Candidates have to log into the website and then have to register by creating their account. This will provide you with a XAT ID and password.
• Check your eligibility by referring to the eligibility document available on the official website of XAT 2023. The application should be completed in all respects including the filling of all necessary details and uploading of signature & photograph.
• Applicants should note that registration for XAT 2023 and appearing for XAT 2023 is the preliminary step towards applying to XLRI and XAT Associate Institutes. Applicants to different institutes of XLRI, have to apply separately to Institutes of your choice.

XAT 2024 Exam pattern

  The XAT 2023 exam is divided into two sections as paper 1 and paper 2. Paper 1 will consist of 72 questions and paper 2 will consist of 25 questions & one essay topic.    The exam will be conducted through Offline mode. Test topics such as Decision Making & Analytical Reasoning, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge.

• Total Questions- 101
• Test Duration-190 Minutes
• Mode of Exam-Online
• Type of Questions- MCQ type

XAT 2024 Syllabus

XAT 2023 syllabus consists of English, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Decision Making, General Awareness, and Essay Writing. The Major Topics are given below.

Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation

• Linear and Quadratics Equations
• Surds and Indices
• Inequalities
• Mensuration and Geometry,
• Profit and Loss
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Tables and Caselets
• Probability
• Critical Path
• Averages and Partnerships
• Allegations and Mixtures

English Language & Logical Reasoning

• Para Completion and inference
• Reading Comprehension
• Verbal Logic
• Parajumbles.
• Fill in the blanks
• Grammar questions

Decision Making

• Logical reasoning
• Decision-making

General Knowledge

• Current affairs
• Important happenings around the World
• Awards and winners
• Government and Politics
• Famous Personalities

How to Prepare XAT 2024

• Make small daily targets, weekly targets and Revise the subject or topic as many times as possible until you are perfect on that.
• The best source is to refer the past question papers and practice those model papers. When we refer to the previous question papers then we automatically know the important topics and type of the questions.
• Mark the questions that we feel important or tough. Have to improve faith in yourself. Motivation and planning in the study are mandatory. For good motivation visit coaching centers and motivate yourself.

XAT Exam Previous Question Papers

You can Check the previous Question Papers for XAT 2023 Exam. we provide the Official Question Papers for the Candidates appearing in XAT 2023 exam.

Previous Papers for XAT Exam

XAT 2024 Admit Card

Candidates will be able to get XAT Hall Ticket will be released on December 26, 2022. Candidates who have successfully submitted their application form within the time frame. Admit card will contain exam schedule, exam center details, candidate’s roll number, etc.

XAT 2024 Results

Candidates can check their XAT Entrance Test 2023 result by entering roll number. The merit list will be declared after the results official available on the institute’s website.

XAT Cut off & Merit list

On the basis of cut-off candidates can get admissions in various institutions. The cut-off is maintained on the basis of total candidates who appeared in the examination. It is the minimum score that is required to qualify for the exam.

XAT Admission Procedure

Counselling will be held through an online process. During the admission procedure, candidates will have to go through the process of group discussion and Personal Interview rounds. Candidates will be shortlisted for admission as per the marks obtained by them in the examination and GD/PI. The final admission will be based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam and in further rounds.

XAT 2024 Counselling

• 1800-419-2929 (Toll-Free)
• 080-46785000 (Non-Toll-Free)

Courses Offered Through XAT

• Executive MBA
• Part-time MBA
• One-Year MBA
• Two-Year MBA
• Dual Degree MBA
• Industry Integrated MBA

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Xat 2024 – faqs, what is the eligibility criteria for xat 2023.

A candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PWD candidates) to be eligible for XAT. Final year students can also apply.

What is the exam pattern of XAT 2023?

XAT is a computer-based test of 3 hours duration. The exam consists of four sections – Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation,

What is the syllabus for XAT?

The XAT syllabus includes topics such as Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Current Affairs, and General Knowledge.

When is XAT 2023 conducted?

XAT is usually conducted in the month of January 8, 2023

How can I apply for XAT 2023?

Candidates can apply for XAT online through the official website of XLRI.

What is the validity of XAT score?

The XAT score is valid for one year only and can be used for admission to MBA/PGDM programs offered by various colleges and universities across India.

Is there negative marking in XAT?

Yes, there is negative marking in XAT. For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks are deducted, and for every Un attempted question beyond eight, 0.05 marks are deducted.

What is the cutoff for XAT?

The cutoff for XAT varies for each college and university, and it depends on various factors such as the number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, and the availability of seats.

Hope this article definitely gives the entire information about XAT 2023 Application Form, Exam Pattern, Date, Eligibility, Fee, Syllabus . For any query, you can contact us via the comment box. Don’t forget to share this article with your friends.

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XAT 2024 Predicted Question Paper: Important Topics, Weightage

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The XAT 2024 exam has been conducted on January 7, 2024. Get your hands on the XAT 2024 Predicted Question Paper with important topics and weightage here.

XAT 2024 Sectional Weightage

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The XAT predicted question paper 2024 is one of the most essential tools that candidates can use to ace the exam. Having an idea of the XAT 2024 question paper is essential for a thorough understanding of the important topics, syllabus, and exam pattern. To gain an upper hand, applicants are also advised to solve mock tests, sample papers, and last year’s question papers regularly. Three sections will comprise the XAT 2024 question paper: Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning; Decision Making; Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation; and Essay. The overall difficulty level of the XAT 2024 exam can be anticipated to range from moderate to difficult.

XAT 2024 is one of the widely accepted popular entrance exams for management studies. XLRI Jamshedpur conducts the exam on behalf of the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI). The XAT 2024 exam has been conducted on January 7, 2024 . Check out the article and find out more about the XAT 2024 Predicted Question Paper and other vital information. It will come in handy while preparing for the exam and also help in acquiring a good XAT score.

Also Read: What is a Good Score in XAT 2024?

The XAT section-wise weightage was expected to be the same as last year. Given below is the Predicted Sectional Weightage of XAT 2024:

Keeping in view the last few years’ trends, here are some of the XAT 2024 Predicted Topics and their respective weightage:

Note: E.D. here refers to Ethical Dilemma Questions while B.D. expands to Business Decision questions.

Also Read: CAT vs CMAT, NMAT, XAT, SNAP & Other MBA Entrance Exams

Learning and devoting more time to the important topics of XAT 2024 is the right way to prepare for the exam. It increases the chances of performing well and getting into one of the top XAT participating colleges . Provided below are the section-wise important topics of XAT 2024. Aspirants should take note of them and strategize accordingly.

Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation

Verbal and Logical Ability

Decision Making

General Knowledge

Provided below are the important essay topics for the XLRI writing test 2024:

Also Read: How to Prepare for XAT 2024 Without Coaching?

The exam pattern and syllabus for XAT 2024 exam have been provided in the table below:

You can find the detailed syllabus of XAT 2024 below. Candidates appearing for the exam must be thorough with the entire syllabus.

Candidates appearing for the XAT 2024 exam must be aware of the following changes in the exam pattern:

Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions have been introduced.

In the redesigned XAT exam pattern, each unattempted question after the first 8 will result in a negative marking penalty of 0.10 marks.

The time of the XAT 2024 exam has been changed from 9.30 AM to 12.40 PM. The time duration for the XAT exam has been extended. Instead of three hours, the XAT 2024 exam will now run for three hours and thirty minutes.

The total number of questions has gone up from 99 to 101.

The descriptive essay test, which was discontinued in 2019, has been reintroduced. Now there will be both MCQs and descriptive questions.

The XAT 2024 exam paper will have 4 MCQ sections and 1 essay writing section.

Percentiles will not be determined by taking into account the GK section having 25 questions.

The general knowledge and essay writing portions will not carry any negative marking.

There were five options for each MCQ, but only one of them is correct.

The essay of each candidate will be assessed after they have been chosen for the interview process.

The countdown counter at the top, right-hand side of the screen displays how much time is available for you to complete the examination for the part of the question paper you are answering (Part 1/Part 2).

After the allotted 165 minutes are completed, Part 1 will be locked. You will be moved to Part 2, the section of the exam that includes the general knowledge and essay questions.

For the initial part of the XAT exam (the first three sections), the scribe will get an additional 25 minutes in 2024.

Candidates were not permitted to leave the examination center before the XAT 2024 exam is finished.

PwD applicants could submit their responses at any time between 165 and 220 minutes for Part 1 and between 15 and 20 minutes for Part 2 of the exam. A PwD candidate could therefore leave the lab after 180 minutes.

The XAT 2024 Question Paper consisted of two timed parts:

Also Read: XAT Score vs Percentile 2024

Check the links below for a detailed guide for XAT 2024 preparation below.

Candidates should also check out the articles mentioned below to learn more about XAT 2024!

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No, CAT scores are not accepted as admission criteria at XLRI. Candidates must take the XAT exam rather than the CAT in order to get admitted to XLRI. IIMs and other B Schools use CAT scores. However, both CAT and XAT scores are accepted by numerous other top b-schools in India.

Although both CAT and XAT have the same syllabus (apart from Decision Making and GK), the variation is in the sorts of questions and degree of difficulty. Both the XAT and the CAT are harder than other MBA entry examinations in terms of their level of difficulty.

The answer to how difficult is XAT from CAT, aspirants need to be aware of certain factors. Nearly all of the XAT's sections have a moderate to a high level of difficulty. An extra, highly challenging component of the XAT tests decision-making skills. Furthermore, it includes a GK portion that is absent from other competitive tests like the CAT, NMAT, etc.

Both the XAT and the CAT score highly in the quantitative ability and data interpretation portions. Similar to how the VARC and LR questions of the CAT are challenging, the Verbal Ability and Decision Making questions of the XAT are challenging. As a result, it is a little bit more challenging to score in certain CAT and XAT areas.

The XAT Analysis 2024 and candidate feedback predict that the exam will be moderate to difficult. Expect straightforward answers to the queries posed to VALR and DM. However, because most of the QADI section's questions were lengthy, that part was the hardest. According to XAT Analysis 2024, the GK segment in Part 2 was also challenging.

Yes, XAT 2024 has a negative marking. Candidates must properly understand the XAT format and pattern in order to succeed. Every appropriate response gives one mark. After 8 failed attempts, 0.10 of your total score is deducted. Each wrong response leads to a 0.25 point negative marking.

In the General Knowledge section of XAT 2024, a total of 25 MCQ-style questions will be asked. The questions are drawn from the most pertinent areas of business, economics, and current affairs, among others. Along with the other three categories, XAT GK questions will be a significant component of the XAT 2024 computer-based online test and the application procedure for XLRI.

XAT 2024 will have a total of five sections. In order to establish your percentile and merit position, the XAT syllabus for 2024 will use essential topics from areas such as Verbal and Logical Ability (VA & LR), Decision Making (DM), Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation (QA & DI), General Knowledge (GK) and Essay Writing.

Yes, there will be an essay writing test in XAT 2024. The essay writing test has a 25-minute time limit, which the applicant must adhere to. The XAT 2024 essay writing test should have a 150–200 word limit. The XAT essay writing test does not have any negative marking. The last question on the XAT exam is a question on essay writing.

As of right now, the XAT paper format for 2024 will have five sections, 100 MCQs, and one descriptive essay. Accordingly, there will be a total of 101 questions in the updated XAT exam pattern for 2024.

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XAT or Xavier Aptitude Test is scheduled to be conducted on January 5, 2025. Every year it is conducted by XLRI on the first Sunday of January. XAT is a counterpart of CAT and both exams are accepted by a number of B-schools all over India. Interested candidates can register for the exam before November 2025 on xatonline.in by filling out the application and paying the fees.

To give you a reference, the XAT Cut off for XLRI BM program is 96 and 95 percentile for male engineer and non-engineer candidates respectively. For female candidates, the cut off for engineer and non-engineering candidates is 91 and 90 percentile respectively. In this article, you’ll find everything there’s to know about the Exam Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation strategy.

What is XAT?

XAT stands for Xavier Aptitude Test. It is a national-level management entrance exam conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur to provide admission to MBA/ PGDM courses. XLRI has been conducting the exam for 70+ years on behalf of XAMI. It 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, 95 XAT Associates, and the 12 XAMI member institutes.

Is XAT tougher than CAT?

It Depends on your command on verbal. The verbal section is extremely exhausting and unconventional. Decision-making is a deal breaker and again highly verbose where you have to read a lot. Quant used to be easy to moderate but 2025 was an outlier where even quant was extremely tough. The good thing is you get enough time to showcase your strength in the XAT exam unlike CAT where the clock is running out

Know if you’re Eligible

• Graduation: It is mandatory to have a 3 years bachelor's degree or its equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Minimum Marks: There is no minimum aggregate marks criteria in graduation to apply for the exam.
• Age: There is no upper age limit criteria to appear for XAT.
• Final Year Students: Final year students can also apply for the exam provided they complete their graduation by June 2022 and submit their scores to the respective colleges.
• Number of Attempts: There is no limit on the number of times a student can take the exam.

XAT 2025 Registration, Fees, and Documents Required

Every year around 1 lakh candidates register for the exam. Registration process is completely online and the application forms are released on the official website- xatonline.in . XAT 2025 Application window stops working in November.

XAT 2025 Application Process and Fee

Fill Application Form

Login using the credentials generated in the previous step to fill XAT application form . The application form will have to be filled for the following details:

• Personal Details: Date of Birth, Category, Nationality, Names of Parents, Permanent/ Current Address, Contact details.
• Academic Details: Class 10th marks, class 12th marks, graduation and postgraduation scores, professional degree/ course details.
• Work Experience Details: Full-time work experience details till March 31, 2025.
• XLRI Program Preference: Candidates willing to apply for XLRI programs need to submit their choice of program- Business Management (BM), Human Resource Management (HRM), Fellow Management Program.
• XAT Exam City Preference: Candidates can select 2 exam cities from the drop-down list based on their convenience.

Upload Documents

Scanned images of the following documents need to be uploaded while filling XAT application form:

• Photograph: Recent photograph in JPG/ JPEG format. File size should be between 20kb to 50kb. The recommended dimension is 200 x 230 pixels.
• Signature: Signature done in black ink on white paper. File size should be between 20kb to 50kb. The recommended dimension is 140 x 60.

XAT Exam Pattern

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How to prepare?

XAT exam is considered to be even tougher than CAT exam, thus, preparations should begin early to cover the vast and dynamic syllabus. Your focus should now be on the revision of important formulas and short tricks for Quant and DI section, attempting mock test regularly and analyzing it.

Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation Preparation

XAT 2025 Question paper will comprise 28 questions from various topics of the QADI syllabus. The major tips to ace XAT QADI preparation are as follows:

• Study and Revise basic concepts and formulas like important formulas
• Make it a habit to practice at least 20 questions every day .
• Focus on your weak areas and practice questions on these daily.
• Practice sectional as well as full-length XAT mock tests and sample papers.

Verbal & Logical Ability Preparation

XAT 2025 Verbal & Logical Ability will comprise 26 MCQs- about 4 RC passages, 2-3 poem-based comprehensions, 2-3 para jumbles, 4-5 critical reasoning questions, and miscellaneous grammar and vocabulary-based questions.

• Refer to the book titled’ Word Power Made Easy’ by Norman Lewis and also read at least 1-2 newspaper/ magazine/ online articles.
• To increase the reading speed for RC passages, firstly start reading short passages (300-400 words)
• Solve as many sample papers and online quizzes as possible to be able to practice maximum type of questions.

Decision Making (DM) Preparation

There is no particular study material or method to prepare for XAT DM section. However, candidates preparing for XAT 2025 must keep in mind the following tips to prepare for XAT Decision Making section:

• It is seen that more than 50% of the questions were related to business decision making and the rest were based on ethical dilemmas .
• Do not let your bias affect your answers as you are required to choose the best alternative from the given options.
• To answer questions on ethical dilemmas, first, try to understand the ethics of the given situation and avoid choosing passive options.

GK Preparation

XAT GK forms part 2 of question paper and comprises 25 questions from static general knowledge and current affairs. The most important points to keep in mind while preparing for XAT 2025 are mentioned below for your reference.

• For Static GK, refer to any good book like Lucent’s GK, Manorama Year Book , Arihant’s GK, etc.
• Read newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Economic Times and Magazines Frontline, Business Line, Yojana.
• The most important step is to take notes of daily current affairs to ease last-minute revision.

Read more GK Preparation Strategy

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Given below is the detailed section-wise paper analysis of last year’s XAT exam for your reference.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. How many candidates take XAT exam every year?

Ans. On an average, the exam is taken by 75000-80000 candidates every year. In 2025, around 80000 candidates appeared for the test while in 2023, about 90000 candidates appeared. However, in the previous years (2021-2019), not more than 80000 candidates have appeared for the test.

Ques. What is the XAT 2025 exam date?

Ans. XAT 2025 will be held on the first Sunday of January 2025, which is January 5. The exam date will be officially announced by XLRI Jamshedpur in the month of July 2025. The announcement will be made at the XATONLINE website. The exam will be held in 72 cities from 2 pm to 5:30 pm. In 2023, the exam timing was increased this year by 20 minutes.

* The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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The exam day for the XAT 2024 is set for Sunday, January 7, 2024. XLRI conducts XAT on behalf of XAMI. To choose the best candidates for management education, XLRI has been conducting XAT at the all-India level for more than 72 years. More than 160 institutes use the XAT score as a prerequisite for admission. On the official XAT website, you can register for the exam and find out additional information. 

XAT is a competitive exam but you can ace this examination if you have invested right amount of time and dedication in the prepration. There are various tips and tricks that can be employed in your preparation strategy. Please check these tips and tricks from XAT Preparation Tips .

There is no minimum mark requirement to take XAT. Students in their final year of graduation registering for XAT can mentioned their expected CGPA/percentage. 

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