XAT 2024 Question Paper and Answer Key Solutions Available (Memory Based); PDF Download
Xavier Aptitude Test 2026 ( XAT )
Exam On - 3 Jan '27
XAT 2024 question paper and answer key solutions (memory based) have been provided here. Candidates appearing for XAT 2025 must check the official XAT 2024 question paper and answer keys to get an idea of the latest question type and difficulty level. They should also solve the XAT question paper 2024 once before the exam.
XAT 2024 answer key
XAT 2024 exam was held on January 7, 2024 from 2 PM to 5:30 PM. The official XAT 2024 question paper was released on January 7, 2024, after the exam. This is the first time, XAT authorities have released the XAT question paper before answer key. Candidates appearing for XAT 2025 must check the official XAT 2024 question paper and answer keys to get an idea of the latest question type and difficulty level. They should also solve the XAT question paper 2024 once before the exam.
XAT 2024 question paper download PDF: XAT-2024-QP-first-Copy
- XAT Answer Key 2024 (Memory Based)
- XAT 2024 Question Paper
- XAT 2024 Questions Paper: Difficulty Level
XAT Answer Key 2024 (Memory Based)
Here are some memory based XAT questions and answer keys 2024 for candidates to check their answers and evaluate their performance.
Q: Log 5 (x-2) = 2 Log 25 (2x-4). Number of values of X?
a) 0
b) 4
c) 1
d) Infinitely many
e) 2
Q: A four digit number abbb, a>0
What is the necessary sufficient condition?
a) 3b is divisible by a
b) B is equal to 0
c) 21b is divisible by a
d) 9b is divisible by a
e) B is divisible by a
Q: King has some rare jewels in three boxes, first box has 1/3, second box has K/5 and third box has 66. If K>0, find the number of rare jewels King had.
a) 240
b) 1080
c) 660
d) 990
e) Cannot be determined
XAT exam was moderately difficult. Overall, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation section of the XAT 2024 were tough. This section of the XAT 2024 question paper was dominated by Arithmetic and there was on DI set.
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, solving XAT question paper is of immense help in exam preparation as one can get an idea of the exam pattern, difficulty level of the questions, and learn time management. The XAT question papers of previous years also give you an idea of what type of questions (Reading Comprehension passages and poem) are asked in XAT. In fact, preparation of Decision Making section is totally dependent on XAT question papers. XAT question papers of previous years also act as practice test providing you with the opportunity to master speed and time management.
Candidates must solve previous years’ XAT questions paper of at least last five years, so that they are aware of the latest type of questions especially poem, RC passages and Decision Making passages.
XAT Decision Making questions can be tricky. Key is to understand what solution is being discussed in it. To crack this section of XAT, practice a variety of Decision Making questions.
XAT 2024 Question Paper
The exam pattern of XAT 2024 exam was same as last year. Here’s a table indicating the sectional break up of the XAT 2024 question paper.
| XAT Sections |
No. of Questions |
Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Decision Making |
22 |
22 |
| Verbal and Logical Ability |
26 |
26 |
| Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation |
28 |
28 |
| General Knowledge |
25 |
25 |
| Essay Writing (250 words) |
1 |
To be evaluated after PI shortlisting |
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XAT 2024 Questions Paper: Difficulty Level
Give below are the difficulty levels of all the sections of XAT question paper as per the exam experts:
| XAT Sections |
Level of Difficulty |
Number of Good Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| Decision Making |
Moderate |
11-15 |
| Verbal and Logical Ability |
Easy |
18-20 |
| Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation |
Moderate to tough |
18-20 |
| General Knowledge |
Moderate |
8-10 |
| Essay Writing (250 words) |
Moderate |
To be evaluated after PI shortlisting |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
Standard books useful across these exams include Quantitative Aptitude by Arun Sharma or R.S. Aggarwal, Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha, and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis for building a strong vocabulary.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
It might be difficult to get admission at XIME Kohchi with 88% in XAT. The institute accepts a 99.99% in XAT. However, these rules may change in the future; students are recommended to visit the Shiksha official page for the latest updates.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates can apply by selecting the course and campus option while filling out the XAT application form. There is no separate application form for XLRI courses.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
XLRI Jamshedpur officially releases the XAT registration and application form. It is made available online on their official exam website, xatonline.in. Candidates must register on this portal to apply for the exam and for XLRI admission
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
The XAT application process is facilitated online. Candidates must visit the official website to register, fill the form, upload scanned documents, and pay the exam fee.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates holding a bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised university can apply for XAT exam. Final year graduation students are also eligible to apply.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates can complete the XAT registration by generating a XAT ID, filling academic and personal details, uploading scanned documents, selecting test cities, and successfully paying the application fee online.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, candidates must separately fill the admission forms of other XAT accepting colleges. There is no option to choose multiple colleges other than XLRI in the XAT form.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, candidates do not need to fill separate application form. The XAT application form has an optional field to select the preferred XLRI courses. Candidates have to pay an additional fee for the same.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates cannot select a specific test centre for XAT exam, but they can choose two test city preferences from a drop-down menu during registration. Authorities allot XAT centres based on these preferences on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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