XAT 2024 Question Paper and Answer Key Solutions Available (Memory Based); PDF Download
Xavier Aptitude Test 2026 ( XAT )
Registration - 10 Jul '25 - 5 Dec '25
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.
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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?
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.
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
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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.
There is no minimum number of questions to be solved in XAT. There are 95 questions in the question paper and candidates can attempt whichever question they think they solve. There is negative marking in XAT so candidates must not fall in the trap of solving maximum questions.
However, to score well in XAT, one should aim for solving nearly 2/3rd of the total questions asked in every question. For example, if the Decision Making section has 21 questions, candidate must attempt about 14-15 questions.
Yes, solving XAT question papers of previous years, just a week before the exam will be helpful. By the last week of the exam, you would have completed your preparation and doing revision. While, doing revision, solving previous years' XAT question papers will be helpful in assessing strong and weak areas, as well as understanding which type questions have been asked previously and what can you expect. Basis that, and your strength and weakness, you can decide which questions to attempt and which to skip. Solving past years' XAT question papers will also boost your confidence.
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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 |
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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At GIBS, they keep the entrance exam part really simple. For PGDM or MBA, they accept almost all the common exams like CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, and GMAT. Even state-level or institute-level scores are considered.
Honestly, GIBS doesn't stress too much about “only one specific exam.” As long as you
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XLRI Jamshedpur considers XAT scores for admission to PGDM programmes. Those who are seeking admission in PGDM BM, PGDM HRM and Double Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management and logistics (PGDM & MS) requires XAT scores. Aspirants can also apply for admission to General Management programme (PGDM
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Candidates who are applying for XAT have to pay an application fee. Aspirants have to pay INR 2,200 to apply for XAT. Candidates can pay the fee via any of the online payment modes. Aspirants have to pay INR 200 each for every additional programme of XLRI.
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XLRI Delhi accepts XAT scores for admission to PGDM programme. Aspirants seeking admission in PGDM Business Management are offered seat only via their XAT scores. For PGDM IEV, candidates can also take admission without XAT based on their scores in CAT, MAT, GMAT, etc. Candidates have to register on
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No, you cannot use the score of XAT 2025 for admission to 2026 batch at XLRI as the validity of exam score is one year only. Thus, you will have to appear for XAT 2026 exam if you plan to pursue MBA from XLRI in 2026. The registration process for XAT 2026 is open and the last date to apply is Decemb
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The total course fee of full time MBA at XLRI is INR 28 Lacs according to Shiksha. The fee is to be paid semester wise. The first installment is to be paid at the time of admission. The XLRI course fee includes tuition fees, hostel and mess charges, caution money, library chargers and other miscella
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There is no process of applying for multiple XAT accepting colleges through one form because there is no common counselling for XAT. Candidates have to apply to the colleges of their choice individually. They must keep in mind the application last date so they don't miss out on it. Also, they must c
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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.