Download the XAT 2017 question paper, one free PDF without an answer key. Part I had 72 aptitude questions across three sections, while Part II had 25 GK questions and an essay.
XAT 2017 Question Paper
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About the XAT 2017 Paper
| Mode | Pen and paper (OMR answer sheet) |
|---|---|
| Part I | 72 questions (24, 21 and 27) in 170 minutes |
| Part II | 25 GK questions (35 minutes) and an essay |
| Unattempted penalty | 0.05 mark each beyond 12 unattempted questions |
| Answer key on this page | No |
The free allowance for unattempted questions dropped from 13 in 2016 to 12 in 2017.
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XAT 2017 Question Paper FAQs
How many questions were in XAT 2017 Part I?
Part I had 72 questions in three sections of 24, 21 and 27 questions, six fewer than in 2016.
What was the penalty for unattempted questions in XAT 2017?
After 12 unattempted questions, each further one cost 0.05 mark, spread across the three sections.
How long was the XAT 2017 exam?
The total time was 210 minutes, with 170 minutes advised for Part I and 35 minutes for the GK questions; the essay came at the end.