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+1 mark for each correct answer
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-0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
Full Name: Xavier Management Aptitude Test
XMAT is an entrance test conducted for admission into MBA and PGDM programs offered by Xavier-affiliated institutions. It assesses a candidate’s aptitude in language, reasoning, quantitative skills, and general awareness. It is usually conducted separately by the institute and is not to be confused with XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) by XLRI.
Understanding how marks are awarded and deducted
+1 mark for each correct answer
-0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university
Final year students can also apply
Minimum aggregate marks as per university requirements (usually 50%)
Quantitative Aptitude
Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation
Language Comprehension
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Total Questions: Approximately 100–120
Sections: 4
Duration: 120 minutes
Type: MCQs
Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 per incorrect answer
Review past XMAT papers if available
Practice daily reading and comprehension exercises
Strengthen arithmetic and logical reasoning basics
Follow national and business current affairs
Take full-length mocks to build stamina and speed
Recent announcements and important notices
XMAT 2025 is expected to be conducted in January 2025
Online application window to open in November/December 2024
Admit card and exam schedule to be released by the institute’s website
Conducted by Xavier-affiliated institutes
Online-based test format
Balanced paper for general aptitude and business awareness
Focused for admission to in-house MBA/PGDM programs
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