Who is eligible for the XAT exam?

To be eligible for the XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), candidates must have a bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years’ duration from a recognized university. Final-year students completing their degree by June 2026 are also eligible. There is no minimum percentage requirement in graduation. There is no age limit. Indian citizens can apply for all participating institutes, while NRIs and foreign nationals can apply to select programs like GMP at XLRI via GMAT. Work experience is not mandatory for most programs but is required for some, such as the GMP at XLRI.

What is the XAT exam?

The XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted annually by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of XAMI. It is a 3.5-hour computer-based test held in January and is accepted by over 160 B-schools including XLRI, XIMB, IMT Ghaziabad, and TAPMI. It includes sections on Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, General Knowledge, and Essay Writing (evaluated during the interview). The exam emphasizes ethical judgment and decision-making, setting it apart from other tests like CAT.

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