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    XGMT Exam Pattern 2026: Section-Wise Weightage, Marking Scheme, Time Limit

    XGMT Exam Pattern 2026: Section-Wise Weightage, Marking Scheme, Time Limit

    Himanshu ShekharUpdated on 03 Feb 2026, 11:56 AM IST

    XIM University specified the XGMT 2026 exam pattern on its official website, xim.edu.in/x-gmt. XIM University specifies the exam pattern for X-GMT every year for the X-GMT 2026 exam, which concluded on January 25, 2026, while the XGMT 2026 result was released on January 30, 2026. As per the XGMT exam pattern, the X-GMT 2026 question paper will comprise questions from four sections, namely- Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Emotional Quotient & General Awareness, and Data Interpretation. Candidates will have to answer 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in the X-GMT entrance exam in 120 minutes. Read this article for all the details about the X-GMT exam pattern 2026.

    XGMT Exam Pattern 2026: Section-Wise Weightage, Marking Scheme, Time Limit
    X-GMT Exam Pattern

    XGMT Exam Pattern 2026 - Key Highlights

    The X-GMT 2026 exam will be held on January 25, 2026. XGMT exam pattern comprises details such as line mode of the exam, number of questions, section name, total time duration, type of questions, etc. Check out the major highlights of the X-GMT 2026 exam pattern.

    XGMT exam mode

    Online (CBT mode)

    Number of sections

    4

    Section name

    • Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning
    • Quantitative Aptitude
    • Emotional Quotient & General Awareness
    • Data Interpretation

    Total number of questions

    100+ (Varies every year)

    Type of questions

    Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    Exam duration

    120 minutes

    Sectional time limit

    Yes

    Marking scheme

    • +3 marks will be awarded for every correct answer
    • -1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer

    Question paper medium

    English

    XGMT Exam Pattern 2026 - Sectional weightage

    Section name

    Number of questions

    Sectional time limit

    Quantitative Aptitude

    25

    30 to 35 minutes

    Data Interpretation

    22-25

    25 to 30 minutes

    Emotional Quotient and General Awareness

    30-40

    25 to 35 minutes

    Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning

    20-25

    20-25 minutes

    XGMT Exam Pattern 2026 - Key highlights

    • The sectional time limit of the X-GMT exam changes every year, depending on the increase or decrease in the number of questions
    • There will be no fixed pattern of the order of the XGMT sections of the question paper
    • The type and nature of XGMT questions are like other MBA entrance exams, such as CAT, MAT, and XAT
    • The four sections during the test will appear in random sequence, and there will be sectional time limits, which means a candidate must complete a section in a given time.
    • If a candidate finishes any section early, then he or she must wait for the next section to begin and can not go back to a completed section

    Best books for X-GMT preparation 2026

    Check out the table below to know the best books to prepare for the X-GMT 2026 entrance exam.

    Book name

    Author/ Publisher

    How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT

    Arun Sharma

    Quantitative Aptitude for all Competitive Exams

    Abhijit Guha

    High School Grammar

    Wren & Martin

    How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT

    Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay

    Shortcuts in Reasoning

    Disha Publications

    A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

    R S Aggarwal

    The Pearson Guide To Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations

    Kinesh Khattar

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How many questions will be asked in the XGMT exam?
    A:

    More than 100 questions will be asked in XGMT exam. Number of questions varies every year.

    Q: Is there a negative marking in XGMT entrance exam?
    A:

    Yes, negative marking scheme is applicable in XGMT entrance test. For every incorrect answer, 1 mark will be deducted.

    Q: What is the total time duration of the X-GMT exam?
    A:

    The total time duration of the XGMT exam is 2 hours (120 minutes).

    Q: What is the sectional weightage in the X-GMT exam?
    A:

    There is no fixed pattern for the number of questions per section in XGMT exam. The number of questions may vary from 20 to 35 in each section.

    Q: How many sections will be in XGMT question paper?
    A:

    XGMT 2025 question paper will consists of four sections, namely- Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Emotional Quotient & General Awareness, and Data Interprepation.

    Q: Is there a sectional time limit in the X-GMT entrance exam?
    A:

    Yes, the X-GMT exam has a provision of a sectional time limit. The duration of the sectional time limit varies for each section.

    Q: In which mode XGMT exam will be held?
    A:

    X-GMT will be held in online (Computer Based) mode.

    Q: Is calculator allowed in XGMT?
    A:

    No, calculator or any other electronic devices is not allowed inside the X-GMT entrance exam.

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    Questions related to X-GMT

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    Have a question related to X-GMT ?

    No,Xavier General Management Aptitude Test (XGMT) 2025 exam of management for admission in xim university bhubaneswar dont allow candidates to use calculator in the exam.

    You will be provided with note boards and markers to work out your calculations on the Quantitative section. In addition, no personal items are allowed

    Hello,

    The Xavier General Management Aptitude Test (X-GMT) 2022 is an exam which is a prerequisite for admission to the various MBA and the MBF programs offered by Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneshwar (XIMB). The X-GMT exam is conducted by Xavier University, Bhubaneshwar. The application form will be available in

    Dear aspirant !

    Hope you are doing well !! Nothing is difficult in this world , everything can be achieved with proper strategy and planning ,you just need to beleive in yourself and rest depend on god .Give many many mock papers and solve previous at least 10 years papers

    Hello Dear,

    As you have not mentioned the category in which you belongs. If you caomes under any reserved category then there is a chance you might get the college.

    XIMB Cutoff - Xavier Admission Test

    Verbal Ability 45

    Quantitative Aptitude 35

    Data Interpretation 35

    Emotional Quotient and General Awareness

    Hello Aspirant,

    Some top colleges in India accepting GMAT scores are enlisted below :-

    • Administrative Staff College of India-New Delhi
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    • Indian Institute of Foreign Trade-New Delhi
    • Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad-Gujarat
    • Indian Institute of Management Bangalore-Karnataka
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