XAT QA and DI Syllabus 2025, Important Topics & Questions

by Pankaj Rathore Wed 06 Nov 2024 04:12 PM 17
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The XAT QA and DI section is harder than other sections. To crack it, candidates must have strong arithmetic and data analysis skills. One must be thoroughly prepared to answer all questions in the XAT QA and DI section. It is pertinent to clear the mathematical fundamentals in both the QA and DI syllabus. While DI questions appear in sets and are usually lengthy, QA questions may be tricky.

A candidate must practice the XAT QA and DI sections to cover all XAT important topics in the XAT syllabus. The XAT 2025 examination will be conducted on January 5, 2025. Students must set aside a few hours daily to practice the QA and DI questions for thorough preparation. this article will underscore the XAT QA and DI syllabus 2025 and provide XAT exam preparation tips.

XAT QA and DI Syllabus 2025

The XAT QA and DI Syllabus 2025 consists of 28 questions. The DI section will be dominated by Geometry and Arithmetic questions. The distribution of questions across the QA and DI syllabus is random and the section structure is difficult to predict. Meanwhile, interested students can check the highlights of the XAT QA and DI syllabus 2025 below.

  • The XAT QA and DI section will have approximately 28 questions.
  • The QA section is dominant while DI questions appear in sets.
  • Data computation/estimation in the DI section takes up extra time.
  • Based on the XAT exam analysis, around 20 questions will be asked in the QA Section while 8 questions will be from the DI syllabus.
  • Arithmetic and Geometry questions are important in the QA syllabus.
  • Questions based on Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Bar Diagrams, etc are important in the DI syllabus.

XAT Exam 2025 Important Dates

The XAT exam will be conducted on January 5, 2025. Check the table below for important information on the exam date, answer key release, and result date.

XAT Exam 2025 Important Dates
XAT Admit Card DownloadDecember 20, 2024
XAT Exam Date and TimeJanuary 5, 2025 (Sunday) from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm
XAT 2025 Answer Key Release2nd Week of January 2025 (Tentative)
XAT 2025 Result DateLast week of January 2025 (Tentative)

XAT QA and DI Syllabus 2025

The XAT QA and DI syllabus comprises topics such as arithmetic, geometry, linear equations, tables, graphs, etc. The table below provides an overview of the syllabus for XAT 2025.

ParticularsXAT QA SyllabusXAT DI Syllabus
Core TopicsArithmetic, Co-ordinate Geometry, Algebraic Equations, Data Sufficiency, Time ZoneBar Diagrams, Pie Charts, Tables, Graphs, and Data Charts
Marks

+1 for each correct answer

-0.25 for an incorrect answer

After 8 consecutively unanswered questions, -0.10 marks per unsolved question.

+1 for each correct answer

-0.25 for an incorrect answer

-0.10 marks per unattempted question after 8 consecutively unattempted questions.

Type of QuestionsMCQsMCQs based on 2 Data Sets
Books RecommendedQuantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations by Guha AbhijitData Interpretation & Data Sufficiency by Ananta Ashisha

XAT QA Syllabus 2025

The XAT QA Syllabus 2025 comprises Arithmetic, Geometry, Mensuration, Percentages, and Algebra topics. Check the table for detailed XAT QA Syllabus 2025

Topic CategoryTopicsSub-Topics
ArithmeticPercentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Averages, Time, Speed & Distance, Time & WorkPercentage increase/decrease, Ratios, Mixtures, Simple & Compound Interest
ArithmeticMixtures & AlligationsProblems based on mixing of solutions or items
ArithmeticSimple & Compound InterestCalculation of interest over time for various rates
ArithmeticProfit & LossDiscounts, markups, net profit and loss
ArithmeticTime, Speed & DistanceProblems on trains, boats, escalator-based problems, and relative speed
ArithmeticTime & WorkWork-efficiency-based problems
AlgebraLinear & Quadratic Equations, Logarithms, Inequalities, FunctionsLinear equations, quadratic roots, exponential laws, log properties
AlgebraProgressions (AP, GP, HP)Arithmetic Progression, Geometric Progression, Harmonic Progression
AlgebraInequalitiesInequalities in equations, graphical interpretation
Geometry & MensurationLines & Angles, Triangles, Circles, Polygons, Coordinate Geometry, 2D & 3D MensurationProperties of triangles, theorems on circles, perimeter and area of polygons
Geometry & MensurationCoordinate GeometryDistance formula, slope, section formula, equations of lines
Geometry & MensurationMensurationSurface area and volume of 3D shapes like cubes, spheres, cylinders
Number SystemProperties of Numbers, Divisibility Rules, Factors, LCM & HCF, RemaindersPrime numbers, factorization, divisibility rules, remainder theorems
Modern MathsPermutations & Combinations, Probability, Set Theory & Venn DiagramsCounting techniques, basic probability, conditional probability, Bayes' theorem
Modern MathsTrigonometryTrigonometric identities, angles, height and distance problems
Modern MathsBinomial TheoremExpansions and coefficients of binomials
Modern MathsSurds & IndicesSimplification and rationalization of surds, properties of indices

XAT DI Syllabus 2025

Topic CategoryTopicsSub-Topics
Bar DiagramsReading and Interpreting Bar DiagramsAnalyzing data presented in bar charts for comparisons
Pie ChartsUnderstanding Proportions and SegmentsBreaking down data into percentages or proportions displayed in pie charts
Data Analysis and ComparisonComparing and Analyzing DataUsing different data sets for analysis
GraphsLine Graphs and Scatter PlotsUnderstanding trends and patterns using graphs
Data ChartsComplex Data RepresentationsAnalyzing data using data charts
Data TablesInterpreting Information from TablesExtracting key insights and comparisons of data from table
Data SufficiencyAssessing the Sufficiency of Provided DataDetermining if the given data is sufficient to answer a question
Complex ChartsCombination of Multiple Data TypesAnalyzing complex data representations with multiple variables

XAT QA Syllabus 2025 Books

To gain a solid understanding of the core topics in the XAT QA Syllabus, it is crucial to read the right books and practice questions. Check the table below for XAT preparation books for QA section.

XAT QA 2025 Book TitleName of the Author
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive ExaminationsR.S. Aggarwal
Quantitative AptitudeNishit Sinha
Quantitative Aptitude Made EasyM.Tyra
Quantitative AptitudeS. Chand

XAT DI Syllabus 2025 Books

The XAT DI Books covering the entire DI syllabus is a valuable resource for MBA aspirants. Check the table below for XAT DI Syllabus 2025 Books with title and author name.

XAT DI 2025 Book TitleName of the Author
Data InterpretationR.S. Aggarwal
Data InterpretationAshish Kumar
A Modern Approach to Data InterpretationR.S. Aggarwal
Data Interpretation Practice BookG.K. Publications
Mastering Data InterpretationSarvesh K. Verma

XAT 2024 QADI Analysis

The topic wise analysis of QADI for the year 2024 is given in the table below:

Quantitative Ability (15 Questions Breakdown)

SectionEasyMediumDifficultTotal
Arithmetic1102
Geometry1113
Modern Math0213
Algebra3205
Numbers0112
Total QA57315

Data Interpretation (13 Questions Breakdown)

SectionEasyMediumDifficultTotal
Statistics Based Set3003
Average Based Set1203
Algebra (Set 1)0303
Algebra (Set 2)0202
Set Theory2002
Total DI67013

Total QA-DI Combined

CategoryEasyMediumDifficultTotal
QA-DI Combined1114328

XAT QA Section Study Tips

For effective preparation for XAT QA section, it is crucial to focus on specific formulae and concepts, maintain speed, solve numerous mock tests, etc. Check the table below for valauble tips you can use to master XAT QA Section.

XAT QA SectionStudy Tips
Learn and Practice FormulaeWhile preparing for the XAT QA Section, ensure that you know all important formulae by heart and practice regularly.
Master ConceptsIt is crucial to master core concepts in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and number systems as these topics dominate the section.
Mock TestsPracticing through mock tests will help students to prepare well for the exams.
Speed and AccuracyStudents must sovle variety of problems in the QA section to improve solving speed and accuracy.

XAT DI Section Study Tips

The XAT DI section questions may take time but are simple indeed. MBA aspirants must focus on speed, accuracy and data interpreation abilities to score well in the XAT QA Section. Check the table below for more information on study tips for XAT DI Section.

XAT DI SectionStudy Tips
Data TypesFor mastering the DI Section, candiates must understand different data types and how to interpret data from sets.
Practice InterpretationThe most crucial component of the XAT DI Section is the ability to correctly interpret complex data. Practice is the key to data interpreation.
Time ManagementThe XAT DI Section is lengthy. Students need to develop strategies to quickly analyze data and make decisions.
Value EstimationCandidates need to learn how to estimate values and trends rather than calculating exact figures in DI Section to save time.

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