XAT 2019 would be conducted in an online mode on January 6, 2019. Earlier the XAT exam was a paper pen-based exam. XAT exam pattern will make candidates aware of the pattern of the Question Paper, Marking Scheme, Duration, Total Count of Questions etc. XAT would be an online paper-based for 3.5 hours.

The examination is broadly divided into 2 parts - Part 1 & Part 2

Given below is the eligibility criteria of XAT Exam:

• The candidate should be a graduate or hold an equivalent bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized institute or university.
• Candidates have to complete their graduation by June 10, 2019.
• All Indian candidates must appear for XAT 2019. However, NRI and foreign candidates may apply through GMAT score (except Dubai and Kathmandu wherein candidates have an option of appearing for XAT 2019.)

There are 11 member institutes and 150 institutions in total that participate having separate eligibility criteria. 

Eligibility criteria for HRM/BM

• Bachelor's degree for 3 years duration must be possessed by the candidate from any recognized institute. 

Eligibility Criteria for GMP

• Bachelor degree in India or abroad with a minimum of 5 years of experience by March 31, 2019. Candidates can either apply through XAT or GMAT scores.

Registration for XAT 2019 will close on 30th Nov 2018. Check out the simple steps to follow while applying for XAT Exam.

XLRI issues a final call letter for the students who have been selected for the interview round. The XAT 2019 Interview Letter could be downloaded from the website. The final selection or the list that determines the admission of the candidates are usually declared once the interview rounds are over. The participating institutions would declare the final selection list of the candidates on the basis of the performance of the candidates in the rounds that were held.

The XAT Selection Procedure is conducted at B-schools and there are no common counselling sessions held. The rounds may vary across B-schools with respect to XAT Selection Criteria in terms of Group Discussion/Case Study/Personal Interview/Written Ability Test.

As per the information was given by XAT Authorities, participating institutes ask for the shortlisted essay of the candidates who are selected without conducting a separate round for the same.

Admit card can be downloaded from official website of XAT once the admit cards are released by the authorities

Steps to Download XAT Admit Card:

• Visit the official website
• Click on the ‘Download admit card' tab
• Enter details like XAT 2019 Registration Number and DOB in DD/MM/YY format and enter submit
• Download the admit card
• Take a printout of the admit card

The XAT Admit Card would be released on December 20, 2018. The XAT 2018 Admit Card would be available online on the XAT Official Website. XAT Admit card would contain relevant information regarding the candidates, the exam location and the timings. By entering the XAT ID and password, candidates can log in and download the same.

If there arises any discrepancy in the admit card, the candidate has to notify the XAT Officials from XLRI Jamshedpur to make changes.

XAT 2018 Admit Card would be carrying the following information:

1. Name of the Candidate
2. Roll Number and XAT ID
3. XAT 2018 Schedule
4. Photo and Signature of the Candidate
5. Instructions as on the Test Date

XAT Exam is not tougher than CAT, it's almost same as CAT.

Here are some of the quick Preparation Tips:

• XAT is not a tougher exam than CAT, it simply requires a different mindset.
• Keep the different sections of the exam in mind and check the XAT selection procedure properly.

XAT exam is a pen and paper based examination. XAT exam pattern has four important sections. The sections are: Quantitative Ability, English Language & Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, GK and Essay

It is crucial that aspirants are well aware of the complete syllabus to prepare strategically and obtain a good score. Here is section- wise topics and subtopics that need to be prepared for each section:

Quantitative Ability

English Language & Logical Reasoning

Logical Reasoning

XAT 2017 Paper consisted of 2 parts:

• Part1- Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, and, Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation
• Part 2- General Knowledge and Essay Writing

Analysis of Part- 1

Analysis of Part- II

XAT cut off will be declared soon after the XAT result is out. College with the highest cutoff is XIMB with 95% cutoff, cut offs of XLRI varies from 88 to 93 and colleges like IMT GZB, Great Lakes Institute of management has 90% cut off.

XAT is a standout amongst the most prominent and competitive exams in our nation. There are numerous A+ evaluated establishments which acknowledge XAT scores. The most well-known among these are XLRI, Jamshedpur, and XIM Bhubaneswar. The Selection procedure begins with the entrance test i.e. XAT. In the light of XAT cut offs, candidates are required to give the GD and PI round. The criteria for conclusive determination incorporating the XAT score are candidate' scholarly record, the general profile of the candidate, work experience and so forth.