There are many candidates who wish to take up XAT and score good ranks to get admissions at the best B-Schools. The candidates are advised to go through the XAT syllabus 2017 before they start with preparation. The examination syllabus of XAT 2017 includes these sections- English language, General Knowledge, Decision making & Logical reasoning, Quantitative ability and Essay.
XAT Syllabus 2017
The examination syllabus for XAT 2017 is given below. The appearing candidates must go through section-wise detailed examination syllabus mentioned below.
1. Syllabus for General Knowledge
This section consists of current affairs and the candidates are advised to stay updated with the latest news on regular basis to well prepare for this section. GK section can be divided into 2 sections- Static & Current Affairs. The topics which should be covered under general knowledge section are-
- Business
- History
- Nation & States
- Politics
- Geography
- Literature etc.
2. Syllabus for Decision making & analytical reasoning
- Decision making
- Mathematics
- Venn Diagram
- Semi-Quantitative topics etc.
3. Syllabus for English Language
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Para Jumble
- Critical Reasoning
- Fill in the blanks
- Reading comprehension
- Logical completion of Idea
- Arguments etc.
4. Syllabus for Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation
- Heights & Distance
- Arithmetic
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Probability
- Functions
- Mensuration-2D & 3D
- Graphs
- Direction Sense & Time
- Data Interpretation- Web Diagram
- Speed & Distance
- Table
- Statistics
For more queries about XAT Syllabus 2017, visit official website.
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