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XAT 2025 Cut-Off and XLRI Selection Process | Your Complete Guide

XAT 2025 Cut-Off and XLRI Selection Process | Your Complete Guide

Published on 1/14/2025

By Ankita J.


XAT 2025 Cut-Off and XLRI Selection Process | Your Complete Guide


The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is one of India’s top management entrance exams, widely accepted by XLRI and other reputed business schools. Understanding the XAT 2025 cut-off and XLRI’s selection process is crucial for aspirants aiming for top-tier management programs.


XAT 2025 Section-Wise Cut-Off Marks

The XAT cut-off is the minimum score required to qualify for the next stage of the admission process. XLRI determines the cut-off based on factors such as the number of test-takers, difficulty level, and seat availability. Here’s the expected section-wise cut-off for XAT 2025:


Section

PGDM-BM (Male Engineering)

PGDM-BM (Male Non-Engineering)

PGDM-BM (Female Engineering)

PGDM-BM (Female Non-Engineering)

PGDM-HRM (Male Engineering)

PGDM-HRM (Male Non-Engineering)

PGDM-HRM (Female Engineering)

PGDM-HRM (Female Non-Engineering)

Verbal and Logical Ability (VALR)

83

83

80

80

90

90

85

85

Decision-Making (DM)

85

86

80

81

85

85

78

78

Quantitative Ability (QA)

86

85

81

80

80

75

73

68

Overall

96

95

91

90

95

93

90

88


Key Points to Note:

  • XLRI sets different cut-offs for its flagship programs: Business Management (BM) and Human Resource Management (HRM).

  • Female candidates and non-engineering students often have slightly relaxed cut-offs to promote diversity.

XLRI Selection Process

Once candidates clear the XAT cut-off, XLRI’s selection process involves the following stages:

  1. Shortlisting for GD/PI Round: Candidates who meet the cut-off are shortlisted for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. For specific programs, additional components like essay writing may be included.

  2. GD/PI Performance:

    • Group Discussion: Evaluates critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills.

    • Personal Interview: Assesses personality traits, clarity of career goals, and alignment with XLRI’s values.

  3. Academic and Professional Profile: XLRI also considers the applicant’s academic history, work experience, and extracurricular achievements. A balanced profile can give you an edge.

  4. Final Composite Score: XLRI calculates the final score by combining XAT 2025 performance, GD/PI scores, and other criteria. The weightage for each component may vary by program.

Pro Tips for Aspiring Candidates

  • Focus on weak Areas: Identify sections where you lag and dedicate extra time to improve.

  • Practice Decision-Making: This section is unique to XAT. Use past papers and mock tests to understand the logic behind the questions.

  • Polish Communication Skills: Both GD and PI heavily depend on your ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

  • Be Authentic: During interviews, honesty and confidence go a long way in impressing the panel.

Good luck with your XAT 2025 journey!



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