
The Xavier Institute of Communication (XIC) does not officially release a syllabus for Xavier's Entrance Test (XET). But the institute mentions some important topics from which questions may be asked. Shiksha has listed down some topics based on XIC OET previous years' question papers on this page. The XET syllabus for the objective type is largely based on language skills, general knowledge, general media knowledge, and logical and analytical reasoning. The syllabus of the subjective section is based on some course-specific knowledge. XIC designs this section to test the students on their media knowledge, writing skills, social values, creativity, etc.
Candidates preparing for the XET Entrance Test 2026 must check this page for syllabus. The mentioned topics will help them draw a preparation stratgy and study for the entrance test. The XIC OET entrance test is expected to be conducted in April 2026 in multiple days.
- XIC OET Syllabus 2026 Highlights
- XET Syllabus 2026 for the Objective Section
- XET Syllabus 2026 for the Subjective Section
- XET Exam Pattern 2026
- FAQs on XIC Entrance Test (XET) 2026 Syllabus
XIC OET Syllabus 2026 Highlights
Before checking the important topics included in the syllabus, candidates can refer to this table for a quick overview on XET syllabus and question paper structure.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Status of XIC OET 2026 Syllabus | Not Officially Released |
| Official Website | xaviercomm.org |
| XET Exam Conducting Body | Xavier Institute of Communications |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Number of Sections | 2 (Objective and Subjective) |
| Contact Details | Email: admin@xaviercomm.org Phone: 22621366, 22621639 Mobile Number: 8108462975 |
Commonly asked questions
To complete the registration process of XIC entrance exam, students have to provide these details.
- Name
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
- Interested Course
- Captcha Number
No, aspirants can only take XET 2026 in English. All the questions will be asked in English and must strictly be answered in English only. The exam body also mentions on its website that examinees must not use any slang, informal short forms or SMS language while answering their questions. Such answers will not be assessed at all.
XET Syllabus 2026 for the Objective Section
Important topics that candidates should study to perform well in the objective section of the XIC Entrance Test (XET) exam for admission in Mass Communication PG Diploma courses are as mentioned below:
Language Skills
In this section of the exam, the language ability of aspirants will be tested. Questions will be from topics related to correcting the spellings, singular, plural, synonyms, antonyms, idioms and phrases, one-word substitution, etc.
General Knowledge and Knowledge of Media
In this section questions related to general knowledge and current affairs awareness will be asked wherein an aspirant’s aptitude regarding the same will be tested. Thus, candidates need to be up-to-date with political, social and economic happenings in the country and abroad.
Logical and Analytical Skills
In this section, a candidate’s ability to identify a problem and the means to solve it is tested. Aspirants should practice questions on topics like series, blood relations, directions, critical reasoning, syllogism, and analogy.
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Commonly asked questions
The application process for XIC entrance test 2026 will probably start in the first week of March 2026. The application fee for XET 2026 will be stated in the online form. As per last year, the XIC OET application fee is INR 2500 (inclusive of GST).
Students should start preparing for XET at least four months before exams. It takes time to prepare for XIC entrance test. So, students are advised to start with syllabus early. Also, they are advised to focus on current events for General Awareness section and solving reasoning questions quickly to save time.
XET Syllabus 2026 for the Subjective Section
The questions in the subjective section of the XIC OET exam will be based on media. The test will assess the creativity, social values, writing skills, etc, of the candidates. Some questions will also be related to the course the candidate is applying for. As the MCQs and subjective questions both will be asked in the exam, candidates are advised to begin with their XIC Entrance Test (XET) Preparation well in advance.
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, candidates who will clear the XIC written test will be called for interviews. It will be conducted via a Zoom call. Details about call will be sent to them on their registered email IDs. The interview will include questions based on general knowledge, personal academic histories, Statement of Purpose (SOP) submitted with application form, etc.
Candidates will have to select their preferred XET date (out of the dates announced on the website) at the time of registration. The test link, password and login details will be sent to candidates just before their allocated time slot. More exam day instructions will be communicated to the applicants via this email by the exam body.
XET Exam Pattern 2026
The Xavier Institute of Communication prescribes the XIC Entrance Test exam pattern. The pattern includes details like number of sections, exam duration, maximum marks and subjects for the entrance exam. As per XET structure of question paper, the XIC OET entrance exam will be conducted online and will include two sections. These are objective and subjective. The total marks of XET entrance exam is 100 marks. Students preparing for the test can refer to this table for detailed pattern of XET 2026.
| Section |
Duration |
Maximum Marks |
Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective |
30 minutes |
50 marks
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Language Skills |
| General Knowledge and Knowledge of Media |
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| Logical and Analytical Skills |
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| Subjective |
30 minutes |
50 marks |
4 Questions: media-related to assesses the creativity, social values, writing skills, etc. of aspirants Few Questions: related to the course for which the aspirants are applying |
| Total |
60 minutes |
100 marks |
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, there are subjective questions in XIC OET test paper. This section is of 100 marks. The XET question paper includes 4 questions in this section to test students on media, social values, creativity, etc.
XIC OET holds a total of 200 marks out of which 100 marks are for the objective type questions and 100 are for the subjective questions.
FAQs on XIC Entrance Test (XET) 2026 Syllabus
Find additional FAQs on the entrance test in the space below.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, Xavier Institute of Communications indeed offers various certificate courses to the students. The courses costs between INR 8,000 to INR 18,500. Interested candidates can check out the following list to know about the offered certificate courses at XIC Mumbai:
- Certificate in Radio Jockey
- Online in Public Speaking & Personality Enhancement
- Certificate in Announcing, Broadcasting, Compering, Dubbing and E-books Narration (ABCDE)
- Online certificate in Creative Writing
- Workshop in Graphic Design
- Certificate in Branding
- Certificate in Conversational English online
The Xavier's Institute of Communication has not yet announced the exam dates for XIC OET 2026 exams. The expected date for XET entrance test is the first week of April 2026. The exact date and time of the exam will be mentioned in the candidate's admit card.
The XIC Entrance Test has two sections.
- Objective Section: Language Skills, General Knowledge and Knowledge of Media, Logical and Analytical skills
- Subjective Section: Total 4 questions to test candidate's creativity, social values, writing skills, subject specific knowledge, etc.
Candidates will receive XET admit card via email at least a week before exam. They must also check their spam or junk mail to avoid missing out on admit card. Students are also advised to keep the admit card with them for further admission process after test.
Once the XET entrance exam 2026 is over, the institute will release a list of selected candidates on the official website - xaviercomm.org. The XIC OET 2026 result will be tentatively released in the first week of May 2026. After the release of the merit list, candidates will have to pay their course's tuition fee to confirm their admission.
XIC OET Exam
Student Forum
Answered a week ago
No, the Xavier's Institute of Communication conducts XIC OET entrance test in multiple days. For 2026-27 admission cycle, the university is expected to begin the exams in April 2026. The exam will be conducted in online mode and will include two sections.
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Beginner-Level 5
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Below is the list of exam cities and their centre address for XIC OET exam.
| City | XIC Entrance Test (XET) Centre |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | St. Xavier's College Campus, 5 Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai 400 001. |
| Kolkata | St. Xavier's College (Autonomous) 30, Mother Teresa Sarani (Park Street), Kolkata 700 016. |
| Bengaluru | St. Joseph's College of Commerce, (Autonomous), 163, Brigade Road, Bengaluru 560 025. |
| Delhi | St. Xavier's Senior Secondary School, 4, Raj Niwas Marg, (Near ISBT, Kashmiri Gate), Delhi 110054. |
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
According to Xavier's Institute of Communication, candidates are not allowed to write answers to subjective questions in short forms or SMS language. In case a candidate uses them, their answers will not be accepted.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
The XIC OET entrance exam incudes subjective as well as objective questions. This means candidates have to practice to maintain their speed for solve multiple choice questions and write long answers.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
The Xavier's Institute of Communication does not officially release the syllabus for XET entrance test. But, it mentions the important topics from which questions may be asked. Candidates planning to take XET exam must check Shiksha page to know the curated list of topics for exam.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
Candidates must have following documents during XET counselling.
- Class 10 transcripts
- Class 12 transcripts
- Graduation certificate of qualifying exam
- Migration
- XIC Entrance Test Admit Card
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- Class 10 pass certificate for verification of age
- In case result is awaited, evidenc
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
As XIC OET exam is conducted in online mode, the Xavier's Institute of Communication will share the login details and password, 10 minutes before exam starts.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
As Xavier's Institute of Communication releases the admit card on applicant's registered email ID, candidates are advised to look for the XET admit card on the provided email. In case the mail is not there on the registered ID, candidates must check their Junk/ Spam Email Folders.
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Beginner-Level 5
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Yes, a candidate have to submit Statement of Purpose (SOP) along with their XIC OET application form. The SOP includes the motivation, reason, career goals and academic background behind selecting the course.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
No, as per guidelines set by Xavier's Institute of Communication, to successfully submit the XET application form, candidates have to pay registration fee only via Bank Debit/Credit Card/ Net banking/ UPI.
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Beginner-Level 5
1 Institutes accepting XIC OET
Xavier Institute of Communications
Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai • Private
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