XAT Exam Pattern 2018 – Key Things You Must Remember

Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is one of the top management entrance exams in India. It is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur. MBA aspirants who are planning to appear for this exam must fill and submit the application form of XAT before November 30, 2017. It is important for the candidates to gain a clarity on XAT exam pattern 2018 as that will make the exam preparations easier.

Until last year, XAT used to be a pen and paper based exam. However, from this year onwards, it will be conducted in computer-based mode. CAT 2017 and SNAP 2017, two of the other management entrance exams, will also be conducted in computer-based mode.

Sections in XAT 2018

As per the exam pattern of XAT 2018, the exam will be divided into two parts. In Part 1, there will be three sections – Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making, and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation. As far as the number of questions is concerned, it varier from year to year. Last year, the total number of questions in this section was 72. All questions are Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Each question carries one mark. The duration of the exam will be 3 hours and 35 minutes.

In Part 2, there will be two sections – General Knowledge and Essay Writing. In GK section, around 25 questions will be asked. The questions will be based on current affairs and other topics like economics, history etc. In essay writing, candidates will be required to write a topic on a given topic. This section will not just test the knowledge and understanding of candidates but also their ability to convey their thoughts and ideas effectively.

XAT is counted among one of the toughest management entrance exams in India. In order to crack this exam, candidates need to put in a lot of hard work. It is important to focus on each of the section of XAT 2018 exam. Gaining an understanding of XAT Exam Pattern is the first step that the candidates need to take while preparing for XAT 2018.

On the basis of XAT scores, candidates are shortlisted for PGDM programmes offered by XLRI, XAT scores are also accepted by around 150 other institutes across the country. With XAT scores, candidates can apply to a many of the leading management institutes in India. The exam is scheduled to be held on January 7, 2018 in 47 cities across India and 2 international locations.

CDS II 2017 notification to be out of August 9

Union Public Service Commission conducts CDS II exam 2017 every year for the candidates those who are interested for the post of Assistant Commandant in Defence forces. Candidates those who are selected in this exam gets various benefits and respect after their recruitment. Notification for CDS II 2017 will be released on 9 August 2017. Candidates those who are interested and eligible for the exam can check all the details in the notification and apply for the exam before the last date of application. It will be an offline exam and is expected to be conducted on 1 19, November 2017.

Important Dates For CDS II 2017

The notification and the application forms of CDS-II for the exam will be released on 9 August 2017. Last date for submitting the application form is 8 September 2017. Any application received after that will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Now the candidates those who are interested must first check the eligibility criteria for the exam as without being eligible, they cannot appear in the exam.

Eligibility Criteria For CDS II 2017

To appear in CDS II 2017, candidates will have to fulfill all the eligibility criteria mentioned in this section. If even a single condition remains unfulfilled then their application will not be accepted. To be eligible:

1. Candidates must have accomplished their graduation degree from a recognized university or any other equivalent for OTA and IMA.

2. Must have completed their Engineering for NVA.

3. Must have completed graduation with Mathematics and Physics as main subjects for AFA.

CDS II 2017 Application Form

The application form for CDS II 2017 will be available on the official website of UPSC. Candidates will have to fill and submit the form with all the correct details and submit it before the last date of form submission. Candidates must also go through all the general instructions before filling up the form. If any mistake is encountered, then their form will be rejected straight away. To submit the application form, candidates can take the help of steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the official website of UPSC.

2. Search and click the link for application form on homepage.

3. Enter all the details that are asked in the form. These details must be correct and complete in all aspect.

4. Upload the required images as per the given instructions.

5. Submit the form and proceed for fees payment.

6. Take a copy of application form and fee receipt as well, for any future reference.

Application fee for CDS II 2017 is 200/-. Candidates can pay this fees either via online mode or by offline mode as well. Online fees can be paid using credit or debit card, net banking and offline fees can be paid as cash at any nearest SBI branch.

CDS II 2017 Admit Card

The candidates those who have successfully submitted their application for CDS II 2017 exam will have to download their admit card to appear in exam. Admit card will be available three weeks prior to the exam date.

Final selection of candidates will be based on their performance in written exam, document verification, interview or personality test, medical examination. Candidates will have to qualify all the stages for final selection.

UPSC CDS Exam Pattern 2017

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) runs Combined Defence Service Exam (CDS exam) every year two times CDS 1 Exam and CDS 2 exam. UPSC CDS Paper. Lately telling was released by section for CDS 1 Exam. Assess CDS 1 Exam Pattern given below.

CDS Exam essentially a written exam paper which includes Objective type questions with time duration of 02 hours. Capable nominees will be shortlist for Interview. Nominees must assess “Exam routine of CDS Exam” before begin their CDS Exam Preps.

UPSC CDS Exam Paper Design

CDS 2017 Exam Pattern is an objective kind paper design which contains General knowledge 03 areas English and Elementary Mathematics and Absolute of marks is 300. All areas have same 100 marks and time duration of CDS 1 exam is 02 hours. And Participants that are appearing for Officer Training Exam (OTA Exam) they confront English and General Knowledge paper just. Those nominees who Successfully qualified in written exam they’ll called for brains and character test at Service Selection Board (SSC).

CDS Exam Layout CDS Exam Layout for Indian Naval Academy, for Indian Military Academy, CDS Exam for Air Force Academy

CDS Paper Area Duration Maximum Marks

I English 2 hours 100
II General Knowledge 2 hours 100
III Basic Math 2 hours 100
Entire 300 Marks

CDS Exam Layout for Officers Training Academy (OTA)

Paper Area Duration Maximum Marks
I     English 2 hours 100
II    General Knowledge 2 hours 100
Complete 200

Note:- Simple math paper & CDS General Knowledge Paper will probably be place in both language English and Hindi.

Maximum marks for SSB Interview and for CDS written exam will soon be same for all classes. And Maximum marks will probably be given in written exam and SSB Interview is 300 each for AFA , IMA , INA. And Maximum 200 marks for OTA Exam. Just Competent nominees of written exam are allowed for Second round exam of Interview. And in both exams 1 nominees must qualify for final result. written exam 2. SSB Evaluation. For value capable nominees will likely be put after closing qualification based on keep marks in both evaluation amounts.

Aspirants read CDS Exam design evaluation attentively before begin their CDS Exam trainings so they’ve got appropriate path for their UPSC CDS Exam 2017. Nominees also assess other Study content of CDS Exam.

SSC GD Constable 2017 Recruitment Process Here

SSC Constable GD Recruitment 2017 telling is going to be released soon through the official website ssc.nic.in. Staff Selection Commission will fill huge vacancies of Constable places in SSB, BSF, CRPF, ITBP, CISF, NIA, SSF and Riflemen in Assam Rifles through this SSC CAPF Constable Recruitment 2017. Nominee that are waiting for latest constable notification can use SSC BSF Constable Recruitment 2017. We’ve given the SSC Constable GD Syllabus 2017 and choice process together with qualification in our website.

SSC CAPF Constable Recruitment

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) releases many tellings in every year to recruit the eligible nominees in the vacancies of departments, organizations and ministries under the government of India through its official website ssc.nic.in. Now, it is going to publish the notification for SSC Constable GD Recruitment 2017 for Central Armed Police Force (CAPF). Constable Nominees who are waiting for SSC CRPF Constable Recruitment 2015 can employ this Recruitment. The official telling of SSC CAPF Constable Recruitment 2017 will be released shortly on the official telling and accessible in Rozgar.

SSC BSF Constable Recruiting

Nominee should need to settle the application fee of Rs. 50/- through online through state Bank of India or post offices. Candidate should apply through on-line at official site ssc.nic.in for this SSC ITBP Constable Recruitment 2015 with two registrations. The SSC Constable GD Selection procedure is, applied candidates are called for Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PST), Written Exam and Medical Exam. We anticipate heavy competition for this SSC GD Constable due to its tremendous vacancy. We have certainly mentioned the SSC Constable GD Syllabus 2017 in our website. The details like age limit, application fee educational qualification, choice process, scale of pay and others are given below.

SSC CRPF Constable Recruitment

1. Name of the organization: Staff Selection Commission for CAPF

2. Official website: ssc.nic.in

3. Job Function: Constable Riflemen & GD

4. Occupation Category: Government

5. Eligibility standards for SSC Constable GD Recruitment 2017

Instruction Qualification: Candidate should have minimum qualification of matriculation passed or 10th class.

Age Limit: Candidate should have age between 18 years to 23 years as on 01.01.2015

Application Fee: Candidate should have to pay Rs. 50/-

For SC/ST/Girls have no application fee

Scale of Pay: Rs. 5200/- 20,200/- per month with level Pay Rs. 2000/-

SSC GD Constable Choice Procedure: Candidate will be chosen on the grounds of-

Physical Standard Test (PST)
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Written Examination
Medical Examination

Download SSC GD Constable Sample Papers

Candidates preparing for SSC Constable exam can take help of SSC Constable Sample Papers to finalize their preparation. It is necessary to prepare well for the exam. Sample papers will help candidates in their preparation. Sample papers are the question papers that are based on the main exam pattern. These SSC Constable GD 2017 Sample Papers provide practice the main exam by providing the sample papers in the same pattern. These papers are designed by the teachers and various other experts. Sample papers will help candidates in preparing well for the exam.

SSC Constable Sample Papers will help candidates in understanding various aspects related to the exam. They will be able to know the type of questions asked in the exam, the total number of questions asked in the exam, the number of sections, marking scheme, etc. All these factors about the exam will be clear to the candidate  through sample papers.

SSC GD Constable Sample Papers are available via online and offline mode as well. The candidates those who are done with the preparation from the book can move on to the sample papers. Sample papers are for advanced level preparation. Candidates must use them for their preparation but not completely rely on them. SSC GD Constable Sample Papers are available via online and offline mode. The candidates must first access the offline sample papers. These sample papers are available in the form of a booklet and can be downloaded from certain websites as well. Candidates can download them and solve them later.

Offline Constable GD Sample Papers will help candidates in clearly understanding various aspects of the exam. Since there is not timer attached with these sample papers therefore candidates can take their time to solve these SSC Constable GD 2017 Sample Papers and try to maximize the number of correct answers. This will help them in increasing the percentage of correct answers in the exam.

After completing the offline sample papers, candidates must move on to the online sample papers. These SSC GD Constable Sample Papers are a bit advanced from the offline sample papers. Candidates need an internet connection and a computer to solve these papers. Online sample papers have a timer attached with them and hence candidates will have to finish their paper in time. Practicing from the online sample papers will help candidates in increasing their speed of solving the questions. They will be able to attempt a maximum number of questions in the exam. Various other features like monitoring the performance, the growth of candidate, etc. are also provided by online sample papers.