XAT Mock Test 2026

On the educational website of SelfStudys, an excellent study resource for the Xavier Aptitude Test is provided for free. It is known as the XAT mock test and with it, you can enhance your preparation journey. The tests are designed by our team of experts as per the latest pattern, marks distribution and scheme, and difficulty levels of the actual exam.

By attempting the questions that are given in the XAT exam mock test, you will be able to improve your problem-solving speed and accuracy in answering them. It is advised that you utilize this resource as soon as you have a good knowledge of the exam syllabus. This will help you to understand your overall readiness for the exam and make any changes in your preparation strategy.

Overview Of The Xavier Aptitude Test

The Xavier Aptitude Test is a national-level examination conducted for admission into MBA and PGDM courses by the Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur. For the upcoming test, there have been some changes made by the authorities that you can check out in the table given below. 

ASPECT	DESCRIPTION
Name of the Test	XAT: Xavier Aptitude Test
Test Conducting Organization	XLRI, Jamshedpur
Test Frequency	Annual
Mode of the Test	Computer-based test mode
Sections in the Test	Four sections  Part 1: Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning Decision Making Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation Part 2:  General Knowledge
Total Number of Questions and Duration of the Test	95 questions 180 minutes
Section-Wise Number of Questions in the Test	Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning: 26 questions Decision Making: 21 questions  Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation: 28 questions  General Knowledge: 20 questions
Official Website for the Test	https://xatonline.in/
Availability of the XAT Free Mock Test	At www.selfstudys.com

XAT Exam Mock Test For Different Sections 

SelfStudys offers you the XAT mock test online for each section i.e. Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge separately. You can select and attempt any of the section-wise mock tests on our platform free of cost. This section-wise feature helps to enhance your conceptual understanding of every topic properly. The direct links to all these mock tests are mentioned below for your reference. 

• XAT Latest Mock Test
• XAT General Knowledge Mock Test
• XAT Decision Making Mock Test
• XAT Quantitative Ability Mock Test
• XAT Verbal Ability Mock Test

Key Changes In The Xavier Aptitude Test

The XAT administration has announced some significant updates in the pattern of the upcoming test. We have described all the key changes in the points below. 

• The Analytical Essay Writing component will be administered during the Group Discussion and Personal Interview stages of the selection process, rather than as part of the test. 

• The General Knowledge section will now have 20 questions, reduced from 25. There will be 12 questions on current affairs and 8 questions from static GK. This division allows for a balanced evaluation of candidates' awareness of both ongoing events and foundational knowledge. 

• The Xavier Aptitude Test in 2026 will be divided into two distinct parts. The first part will be of 170 minutes and the second part which consists of only the General Knowledge section, will be a 10-minute segment. The total duration of the exam concludes to 180 minutes.

The authorities have made these modifications to ensure that this test remains an efficient tool for the assessment of candidates potential who want to take admission in various management programs. 

XAT Free Mock Test With Solutions

The XAT mock test free online is provided along with solutions to every question. Our subject-matter experts also include detailed explanations for the answers so that you can learn the underlying principles of the questions. With the solutions, you can also understand every step that you need to take while solving the question and clear any doubts. You can access these solutions once you have attempted and submitted the mock test on our website. 

Process To Attempt The XAT Mock Test Online On SelfStudys

You will be able to access and attempt the XAT mock test on our website by reading and following the steps that are given below. 

• In order to reach our website’s homepage, you have to open your preferred web browser and type www.selfstudys.com in the search panel. 

• You can now explore the website and then click on the ‘Navigation’ icon which is displayed at the left corner of the screen. 

• An extensive list of various study materials will open up on your screen wherein you need to select the ‘CAT’ section. 

• This section will further open a menu where you have to scroll down and click on the ‘XAT Mock Test’ option.

• Next, you will be directed to a new page that includes the section-wise XAT exam mock test. 

• You are permitted to choose any section and tap on its icon to open the XAT free mock test series.

• Finally, you can click on the ‘Start’ button of the XAT mock test online and begin with your attempt at the questions. 

Note: You will be able to check the result of your XAT mock test free online attempt after logging in or signing up with your Google account on SelfStudys. 

Crucial Topics Included In The XAT Mock Test Free Online

In our XAT mock test, the questions are prepared on all the important topics that are included in the official syllabus of the Xavier Aptitude Test. For your reference, we have mentioned the details of these topics in the table below. 

SECTION	CRUCIAL TOPICS
Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning	Verbal Ability: Vocabulary-based questions; Fill in the blanks; Synonyms; Antonyms; Contextual meaning of words; Jumbled paragraphs; Correction of errors in sentences; Correct usage of words; Completion of sentences; Completion of paragraphs; Cloze test; Poems.
	Reading Comprehension: Information-based questions; Author’s view type questions; Inference-based questions; Main idea and purpose of the passage; True or false statements based on the passage; Explanation of words or phrases in the passage.
	Logical Reasoning: Clocks & Calendars; Analogy; Fact, Inference, Judgement; Binary logic; Seating arrangement; Blood relations; Logical sequences; Assumption, Premise, and Conclusion.
Decision Making	Conditioning and Grouping tests; Data arrangement test; Complex arrangement; Decision making in a situation; Case lets.
Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation	Quantitative Aptitude: LCM & HCF; Percentages; Profit and Loss; Simple and Compound interest; Speed, Time, and Distance; Time and Work; Averages; Ratio and Proportion; Number system; Algebra; Geometry; Co-ordinate geometry; Mensuration; Venn diagrams; Linear equations; Quadratic equations; Complex numbers; Logarithm; Progressions; Binomial theorem; Surds and Indices; Inequalities; Permutations and Combinations; Probability functions; Set theory; Mixtures and Allegations; Trigonometry.
	Data Interpretation: Data tables; Data charts; Bar diagrams; Pie charts; Graphs; Data analysis and comparison.
General Knowledge	Economics; Finance; National and international current affairs; Constitution of India; Laws; Capitals and Currencies; Famous personalities.

How To Build Confidence With The XAT Mock Test For Exam Success?

The subject-matter experts at SelfStudys have given some strategies that you can use while attempting the XAT exam mock test. These will surely enhance your confidence and readiness for the Xavier Aptitude Test. 

• Before you begin with the XAT free mock test attempt, it is important that you review the format of the exam. You also need to do an analysis of the XAT PYQs in order to understand the pattern and difficulty level of the questions. 

• You should include the XAT mock test online at regular time periods in your study routine. You may attempt them weekly or bi-weekly and check your progress.

• Once you have attempted all the questions of the XAT mock test free online, you should spend some time analyzing your correct as well as incorrect responses. In this way, you can notice the mistakes you are making and avoid them in future attempts. 

• You must develop a good XAT mock test-taking strategy. You can do so by learning to recognize the questions that are easier and solving them first. This will surely secure you quick marks and build your confidence. 

• You can make a log book in which you should maintain a record of your scores in the XAT exam mock test. You should then check how much you have improved and make any necessary changes in your study plan accordingly.

• On the basis of your experiences in the XAT free mock test, you need to experiment with different techniques to solve problems or strategies to manage your time. 

• The SelfStudys website offers performance feedback on the XAT mock test online immediately. You should use these insights to learn about the mistakes and improve yourself.

• You need to make sure that you review the detailed explanations of the solutions that are provided in the XAT mock test free online. This will help you to understand the reasoning behind correct solutions easily. 

How To Maximize XAT Free Mock Test Results?

In order to increase the benefits of your results in the XAT exam mock test, you can check out the image displayed below and utilize the strategies.

Xavier Aptitude Test Participating Colleges 2026

A number of colleges participate in the Xavier Aptitude Test and we have mentioned some of them in the table below. 

XAT MEMBERS
Loyola Institute of Business Administration, Chennai	Xavier Institute of Management, Xavier University, Bhubaneswar
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University, Chicago	Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship, Bengaluru
ST. Francis Institute of Management and Research (SFIMR), Mumbai	Xavier Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai
St. Joseph’s Institute of Management, Bengaluru	Xavier Institute of Development Action and Sciences (XIDAS), Madhya Pradesh
St. Aloysius Institute of Management and Information Technology, Mangalore	XLRI Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur
Xavier Business School (XBS) St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata	Xavier Institute of Social Service, Ranchi
XAT ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
ABBS School of Management, Bengaluru	Amrita School of Business (Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Kochi, Amravati)
Ahmedabad University, Ahmedabad	Alliance University, Bengaluru
AIMS Institutes (Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences), Bengaluru	ASBM University, Bhubaneswar
Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, New Delhi	Sri Balaji University, Pune
Badruka School of Management, Hyderabad	Bennett University, Greater Noida
Balaji Institute of International Business, Tathawade	BFIT Group of Institutions, Dehradun
Bharathidasan Institute of Management (BIM), Tiruchirapalli	Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur
Birla Institute of Management Technology, Greater Noida	Chandragupt Institute of Management, Patna
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani	Christ (Deemed to be University) Delhi NCR
Centurion University of Technology and Management, Bhubaneswar	Deccan Education Society’s Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR), Pune
Dr. Vishwanath Karod MIT-WPU University, Pune	Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Gandhinagar
Doon Business School, Dehradun	FLAME University, Bengaluru
Dr. D.Y. Patil B-School, Pune	Fore School of Management, New Delhi
Dr. Karippa School of Art and Design Management, Bengaluru	Fuel Business School, Pune
GITAM Hyderabad Business School, Hyderabad	Goa Institute of Management, Goa
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai	Global Institute of Business Studies (GIBS Business School), Goa
Hari Shankar Singhania School Of Business(HSB)(New Associate), Jaipur	GNIOT Institute of Management Studies, Greater Noida
IFMR Graduate School of Business, Krea University, Andhra Pradesh	Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal
Indian Institute of Cost and Management Studies & Research (INDSEARCH), Pune	Institute for Technology and Management, Navi Mumbai
Institute of Insurance and Risk Management, Hyderabad	Institute of Management Technology, Dubai
International Academy of Management & Entrepreneurship (IAME), Bengaluru	International Management Institute, Bhubaneswar
International School of Business & Media,Pune (ISB&M)	Jagdish Sheth School Of Management, Bengaluru
International School of Management Excellence, Bengaluru	International School of Management, Patna
K J Somaiya Institute of Management/ Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai	Jagan Institute of Management Studies, New Delhi
MCC Boyd Tandon School of Business, Chennai	Kirloskar Institute of Advanced Management Studies, Harihar
Mittal School of Business, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara	Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, Delhi
National Institute of Bank Management, Pune	Prin. L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Mumbai
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysore	School of Business, Woxsen University, Hyderabad

What Are The Benefits Of Attempting XAT Exam Mock Test Regularly?

Regular attempts at the XAT mock test can surely provide you with numerous benefits in the actual Xavier Aptitude Test. We have mentioned some of these benefits in detail below. 

• You can easily do time management practice with the help of frequent XAT exam mock test attempts. You will be able to make sure that you allocate proper time to each section and question during the test. By attempting a variety of mock tests, you can also notice the sections that are taking more time and develop good strategies to address the areas. 

• You get familiar with the different types of questions and formats by attempting the XAT free mock test on SelfStudys. In this way, you can avoid any surprises in the real exam. Moreover, these online mock tests also help you to understand the digital test interface which ultimately reduces any exam-related anxiety. 

• By solving the XAT mock test online questions, you can learn about the areas where you excel or need improvement. This helps you to make any changes in your study plan and give more time to the weaker areas. You may use the results of your attempted mock tests to adjust your strategies for studying. 

• You are able to experiment with different techniques to answer the questions by attempting the XAT mock test free online. You can choose whether it is better to eliminate the options or solve the easier questions first. By analyzing your mistakes in the mock tests, you can learn about the common errors and avoid them in the future. 

• The XAT mock test results give you the data that you can use for refining your study plan. You can concentrate on the areas that require more attention and improve your overall preparation strategy. You should then make a schedule where you do a review of your test performance and focus on the challenging topics specifically. 

• You can stay updated with any changes in the pattern of the exam or question types by taking the XAT exam mock test regularly. This will ensure that you are doing an effective preparation for the Xavier Aptitude Test. On our platform, you can also compare your scores with other test-takers and strategize accordingly. 

• The daily attempts at the XAT free mock test help in enhancing your analytical as well as critical thinking skills. These skills are quite necessary to tackle the complex questions in the actual exam. With the review of your mock test performance, you are able to build good decision-making skills like which questions you should solve first and how to answer them efficiently. 

• You can balance your performance across different sections with the XAT mock test online attempts. This way, you can make sure that not any section will affect your overall score. By replicating the actual exam environment at the time of attempting the mock test, you can learn how to increase your score in each section. 

Cities Where The Xavier Aptitude Test Is Conducted

There are many places all over the country that are selected for the regulation of the Xavier Aptitude Test. We have mentioned the names of these test centers in the table below. 

Xavier Aptitude Test Is Conducted
Agra	Ahmedabad	Aurangabad City (Maharashtra)
Allahabad	Ambala	Amravati
Amritsar	Bengaluru	Berhampur
Bhatinda	Bhilai Nagar	Bhopal
Bhubaneswar	Chandigarh/Mohali	Chennai
Coimbatore	Cuttack	Dehradun
Delhi-NCR	Dhanbad	Dibrugarh
Durgapur/Asansol	Ernakulam	Gandhinagar
Goa	Gorakhpur	Guwahati
Gwalior	Hooghly	Hubballi (Hubli)
Hyderabad	Indore	Jabalpur
Jalandhar	Jaipur	Jammu
Jamshedpur	Kannur	Kanpur
Kolkata	Kota	Kottayam
Kurnool	Lucknow	Madurai
Mangalore	Mumbai	Mysuru
Nagpur	Nashik	Patna
Pune	Raipur	Rajahmundry
Ranchi	Roorkee	Rourkela
Sambalpur	Siliguri	Surat
Thiruvananthapuram	Tiruchirappalli	Tirupathi
Tiruvallur	Udaipur	Udupi
Vadodara	Varanasi	Vijayawada
Visakhapatnam	Warangal	Tejpur
Jorhat	Rajkot	Shillong
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Conclusion:

With the help of the XAT mock test free online at SelfStudys, you get a realistic view of the actual Xavier Aptitude Test. Attempting it allows you to master the unique exam pattern and sharpen your analytical as well as decision-making skills. Furthermore, by analyzing your performance in these mock tests, you can improve yourself at a steady pace and approach the exam with clarity and confidence. Ultimately, this tool can help you achieve a higher score and get admitted to your preferred college.