XAT comprised of three sections last year- Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning (VA), Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation (QA) and Analytical Reasoning and Decision Making Ability (AR).

Candidate may apply for a maximum of three programmes and those who apply for multiple programme are liable to appear for multiple interviews or group discussions. The selection criteria for varied programmes may differ depending on the kind of programme. XAT written test will have multiple components and one needs to increase the performance in each of these components.

In search of academic excellence, XLRI encourages the students coming from diverse social, economical and cultural backgrounds. While preparing the final list, XLRI takes into account performance in XAT, academic ability, relevant work experience, performance in personal interviews (group discussions), extra curricular activities etc.