XET Syllabus 2026: Check Objective & Subjective Section Syllabus Here

Xavier Institute of Communications Online Entrance Test 2025 ( XIC OET )

Nupur Jain
Updated on Sep 18, 2025 11:13 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

XET 2026 Syllabus: The exam body, Xavier Institute of Communication (XIC), does not officially release a syllabus for Xavier's Entrance Test (XET). However, they do mention some broad topics, and based on older test papers, the XET syllabus can be predicted with some accuracy. The XET 2026 syllabus for the objective type is largely based on language skills, general knowledge, general media knowledge, and logical and analytical reasoning. The XET syllabus of the subjective section is based on some course-specific knowledge. It is designed to test the students on their media knowledge, writing skills, social values, creativity, etc. 

Candidates preparing for the XET Entrance Test 2026 can check out this page for some important topics and sub-topics of the XET 2026 syllabus. These topics will help candidates 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. Read further to learn more. 

Q:   What is the exam pattern of the XIC Entrance Test?
A: 

The XET pattern is explained in the table below. 

Particulars

Details

Mode 

Online Test

Medium 

English 

No. of Sections 

2 (Objective and Subjective)

Time Duration 

1 hour (30 minutes per section)

Total Marks 

100 (50 per section)

Q:   What is the marking scheme of XIC Entrance Test?
A: 

According to the exam pattern of XET 2025, the total marks allotted to the test are 100. Each section (objective and subjective) will hold 50 marks. Each question in the objective section will hold 1 mark while the 50 marks allotted to the subjective section will be divided among 4 questions. There will be no negative marking in the test. 

Q:   Where can a candidate fill the XIC Entrance Test (XET) admission form?
A: 

The application form will be available on the official website only. The candidates can fill the form and pay the application fee online. The official website is xaviercomm.org. To fill the application form, aspirants must click on the 'Register Now' button that pops up on first visiting the site. From there, they can register and go on to fill the XET 2025 application form. 

Table of content
  • 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
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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 substitutes, 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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Q:   When should one start preparing for XIC Entrance Test (XET)?
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Aspirants should start preparing for the examination at least four months before the test date. XIC Entrance Test (XET) preparation requires long-term planning thus one must start early. While preparing for the entrance test, aspirants must focus on memorising current events and solving reasoning and problem solving questions. 

Q:   When will the application process for the XIC Entrance Test (XET) start?
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The registration dates for XET 2025 are March 1 to 31, 2025. Aspirants can apply online on the institute's website. The XET 2025 application form will cost them INR 2500 (inclusive of GST). Application fee payment can be made thrugh credit cards, debit cards, net banking or UPI. It is advised that the aspirants first check the eligibility requirements before applying. Undergraduate degree holders who are 35 years of age or younger are eligible. 

Q:   When will XIC Entrance Test (XET) 2025 admit card be released?
A: 

Candidates will receive the admit card via email at least a week before the exam date. They are advised to check their inbox along with their spam or junk mail so that they do not miss out on the admit card. Candidates are also advised to preserve their admit card carefully as only this document will be accepted in all further transactions between them and XIC.

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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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Q:   How will I get to know about my XIC Entrance Test (XET) exam date?
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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.

Q:   Is an interview conducted after clearing XIC Entrance Test (XET)?
A: 

Yes. Based on a candidate's score in the online test, they will be called for the interviews. The interview will be conducted via a Zoom call. Details about the call will be sent to them on their registered email IDs. Questions in the interview will be based on general knowledge, personal academic histories, Statement of Purpose (SOP) submitted with the application form, etc. 

Q:   When will the XIC Entrance Test (XET) 2025 exam be conducted?
A: 

XIC Entrance Test (XET) 2025 will be conducted on April 5, 6 and 13, 2025. Candidates can appear for the XET from wherever they are located (from home or an internet cafe). The date and time of XET will be mentioned in the XET admit card. These admit cards will be sent to applicants individually on their registered email IDs. 

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XET Exam Pattern 2026

The Xavier Institute of Communication prescribes the XIC Entrance Test (XET) exam pattern. According to the exam structure, the XET 2026 online exam will have two sections: objective and subjective. Check out the table below for a detailed breakdown of the XET entrance exam 2026:

Section

Duration 

Maximum Marks

Subjects

Objective

30 minutes 

 

50 marks

 

Language Skills

General Knowledge and Knowledge of Media

Logical and Analytical Skills

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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Q:   What are the total marks of XIC OET exam?
A: 

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.

Q:   Are there any subjective questions in XIC OET?
A: 

Yes, there are 100 marks worth of subjective questions in the XIC OET. There will be 4 questions in this section based on media, society, social values, creativity of the examinee, etc.

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FAQs on XIC Entrance Test (XET) 2026 Syllabus

Find additional FAQs on the entrance test in the space below. 

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Q:   Does XIC Mumbai offer certificate courses?
A: 

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:

Q:   How many sections are there in the XIC Entrance Test (XET)?
A: 

The XIC Entrance Test consists of one Objective and one Subjective section. Candidates will be given separate time to complete both the sections (30 minutes each). Questions in the objective section will be based on Language Skills, General Knowledge and Knowledge of Media, Logical and Analytical skills. In the subjective section, a total of 4 questions will be asked. The question will be designed to test the aspirants' creativity, social values, writing skills, subject-specific knowledge, etc.

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Answered a month ago

According to the official website, the Xavier's Institute of Communication conducts the XIC OET entrance exam in English medium only. Additionally, XIC forbids candidates to use slangs or short forms while writing their entrance test. Any use of such words can result in disqualification of the candi

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Candidates applying for XIC OET entrance exam are required to submit their XET registration form on or before the deadline to be eligible to appear for the entrance test. To register for XET entrance exam, candidates are required to provide the following details:

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Nishtha Rai

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No, a candidate cannot get their XET admit card in offline mode. The Xavier's Institute of Communications sends the XIC OET admit card only at the registered email ID of candidates who have successfully submitted their XET application form on or before deadline.

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Nishtha Singh

Beginner-Level 5

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Yes, candidates are required to keey their XIC OET admit card with them even after the exam is over. It is because the Xavier Institute of Communication asks the selected candidates to bring in or show their XET admit card during further admission process.

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Atul Singh

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The Xavier Institute of Communications will send the XIC OET admit card on the email ID provided during XET registrations in the online form. Candidates are required to check their Junk/Spam email folders if they cannot find their admit card in the Inbox. 

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