XAT Question Paper 2021: Download PDF with Answer Key

Updated By Subhashri Roy on 19 Aug, 2024 13:25

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XAT previous year question paper PDFs are available to download below. Solving these papers is extremely beneficial as they help understand the exam pattern and difficulty level. Candidates can identify important topics, enhance time management skills, and gain more confidence. Regular practice of past papers also improves accuracy and speed, essential for excelling in the XAT exam.

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XAT Question Paper 2021

The XAT 2021 question paper is available for download in PDF format. Conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on January 3, 2021, the exam was held for admission to their Business Management and Human Resource Management programs. The 2021 exam adhered to the revised pattern introduced in 2020, featuring a total of 100 questions across four sections. These sections included Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, General Knowledge, and an essay writing component. The XAT 2021 paper comprised 101 multiple-choice questions and one essay. Memory-based answer keys for XAT 2021 are available to assist candidates in evaluating their performance. The difficulty level of the XAT 2021 question paper was comparable to XAT 2019 and XAT 2018. Those preparing for the upcoming XATย exam can use these to understand the types of questions asked. Links to download XAT Question Paper 2021 are available below.

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XAT Question Paper 2021 PDF Download Link

Below, you can find links to download the XAT 2021 question papers for each subject and shift. These PDFs are essential resources for candidates actively preparing for the next XAT exam.

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XAT Exam Pattern 2021

XLRI and XAMI focused solely on the first 75 questions from the first three sections of XAT 2021 for final evaluation. Candidates had to complete Part 1 before accessing the GK section in Part 2, with no extra time allocated for GK. The number of questions varied slightly, and the marking scheme was largely similar, with minor changes in negative marking.ย 

Sections

No. of Questions

Total Marks

Verbal and Logical Ability

26

26

Decision Making

22

22

Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation

28

28

General Awareness

25

25

Total

101

101

XAT Exam Analysis 2021

The XAT Exam Analysis 2021 offers a detailed look at the examโ€™s structure, including total marks, good attempts, and difficulty levels for each section. Here is a summary of performance expectations and difficulty ratings for each section of the XAT 2021ย exam:

Sections

Total Marks

Good Attemptsย 

Difficulty Level

Verbal and Logical Ability

26

16 โ€“ 18

Easy

Decision Making

22

16 โ€“ 17

Easy

Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation

28

17 โ€“ 18

Moderate

General Awareness

25

12 โ€“ 14

Moderate

The XAT Exam Analysis 2021 provides insights into the examโ€™s difficulty and performance metrics. The Verbal and Logical Ability section, worth 26 marks, was relatively easy, with candidates making 16โ€“18 good attempts. The Decision Making section, valued at 22 marks, was also easy, with 16โ€“17 good attempts. The Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation section, totaling 28 marks, was of moderate difficulty, with 17โ€“18 good attempts. Finally, the General Awareness section, worth 25 marks, presented a moderate challenge, with 12โ€“14 good attempts.

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FAQs about XAT Question Papers

What are the marking schemes and number of questions for each section in XAT 2021?

The marking schemes and number of questions for each section in XAT 2021, with a total of 101 questions: Verbal and Logical Ability (26 questions), Decision Making (22 questions), Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation (28 questions), and General Awareness (25 questions). Minor changes in negative marking applied.

How does the XAT 2021 question paper help in preparing for XAT 2024?

The XAT 2021 question paper helps in preparing for XAT 2024 to understand the types of questions asked and the exam's difficulty level. This insight can aid in targeted preparation for the XAT 2024 exam.

What is the difficulty level of the XAT 2021 question paper?

The difficulty level of the XAT 2021 paper was comparable to XAT 2019 and XAT 2018. The Verbal and Logical Ability and Decision Making sections were relatively easy, while the Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation and General Awareness sections were of moderate difficulty.

What was the exam pattern for XAT 2021?

The XAT 2021 exam comprised 101 multiple-choice questions and one essay, divided into four sections: Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Awareness. The evaluation focused on the first 75 questions from the first three sections.

Where can I download the XAT 2021 question paper?

The XAT 2021 question paper can be downloaded in PDF format from the links from the article above. You can access the XAT 2021 question paper and its solutions by following the download links available on this page.

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