Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) has reported a substantial rise in applications for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2025. Registrations have reached 1,42,235, marking a sharp increase from 96,438 in 2023 and 1.35 lakh in 2024.
This surge follows a decline in applications during the pandemic, which saw registrations drop to 79,843 in 2021. XAT is a key entrance exam for admission to some of India's top business schools.
Strategic Campaign Drives Increased Registrations
According to the official notification, the rise in registrations can be attributed to a strategic outreach campaign, supported by associate business schools. The campaign aims to dispel misconceptions about the exam and position XAT as a test for the country's most intelligent and promising business school aspirants.
XAT 2025 Exam Date & Admit Card Information
The XAT 2025 exam is scheduled to take place on January 5, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards starting December 20, 2024. The exam will be held across several cities in India, including Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and others.
Preparation Advice: Mock Tests Recommended
Candidates are encouraged to attempt mock tests to build confidence and improve their exam performance. This will help familiarize them with the format and reduce exam-day anxiety.
XAT 2025 Exam Pattern Overview
The XAT 2025 exam will consist of four sections, each designed to assess different skill sets:
Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning: Evaluates critical thinking and language proficiency.
Decision Making: Tests ethical judgment and decision-making abilities.
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation: Focuses on mathematical and analytical skills.
General Awareness: Assesses knowledge of current events, business trends, and the financial landscape.
XAT: A Gateway to Leading Business Schools
The XAT is a national-level entrance exam accepted by some of India’s most prestigious business schools for admission to PGDM and MBA programs.
