What is the medium of XAT exam?
The XAT exam will be conducted in the English language. The question paper will not be set in any other regional languages. Therefore, candidates appearing for the exam must have a certain level of proficiency in English to qualify for the test.
What is the format of questions in XAT 2025?
The format of the XAT 2025 includes both objective and descriptive types of questions All the objective questions coming in the XAT exam will be in MCQ format. Each question will be provided with five options. There will also be two essay-writing questions. Students have to answer any one of them.
Which section of XAT 2025 comprises maximum number of questions?
The Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation section of XAT 2025 will carry the maximum number of questions i.e 28. Besides this, 21, 25 and 26 questions will be asked in the Decision Making, General Knowledge and Verbal and Logical Ability sections respectively.
Do all the sections of XAT 2025 carries equal marks?
No, all sections of XAT 2025 do not carry equal marks. Each section has a different weightage in terms of the number of questions and marks. While quantitative ability and data interpretation have maximum weightage, the decision-making section has the least number of questions.
How many questions will be asked in the XAT exam 2025?
A total of 100 questions will be asked in the XAT exam. Each question will carry one mark. The total time allocated is 180 minutes therefore students will get ample time to solve each question. However, speed and efficiency are extremely important in the XAT exam due to the high difficulty level of the exam.
How many sections are there in XAT 2025?
XAT is divided mainly into 4 sections namely Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation and General Knowledge. There is a fifth essay writing section that has been re-introduced in the XAT exam in 2025. There is no sectional time limit for the exam and the students can complete each section at their own pace.
What is the total duration of the XAT exam?
The total duration of the XAT exam is 180 minutes. Additional 10 minutes are allotted to complete the essay section. No extra time will be allotted to any candidate. The students must try answering the maximum number of questions in these three hours which will increase their scope to get admission to XLRI and other MBA institutes.
What is the marking scheme of XAT 2025?
One mark will be awarded for each correct answer and 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in XAT 2025. 0.10 marks will be deducted for more than eight consecutive unanswered questions. There is no scheme of negative marking for the general knowledge section.
Can I attempt the XAT exam 2025 in any order?
Yes, you can attempt the XAT exam 2025 in any order. You can start the paper from whichever section you feel is convenient. However, the general knowledge section can be attempted at the end after all the previous three sections are complete.
Is there any negative marking in XAT 2025 exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking in XAT 2025 exam. 0.25 marks will be deducted in case the candidate answers any question wrong. The negative marking will be the same for quantitative ability and data interpretation, decision making, verbal and logical ability. No marks are deducted in the general knowledge part.