2. Practice one XAT mock each week during CAT prep: Every year candidates would either say that XAT is easier or tougher from CAT. I have seen aspirants argue over it too. The crux is that it is a different exam with a different exam pattern. The verbal seemed tougher in XAT to me this year. So to avoid biases and confusion practice at least one XAT mock each week. Get a hang of the essay writing so that it has the potential to become a talking point in your PI like it earlier used to be. Do not take the exam lightly.
3. Develop a separate strategy for XAT: Like every other exam, beware of sectional cutoffs. My strategy was to finish DM first because they are usually straightforward questions which require a little introspection instead of calculation.
4. Solve previous year XAT papers: This is important to adjust your time management skills for XAT. XAT may feel slightly different and tough for people because of the shift in pattern as compared to other exams.
5. Prepare religiously for CAT: All the above points work only if you are well prepared for what CAT is going to throw at you. Quant and DI might be one section for XAT but it plays an important role in XLRI calls. For people weak in DI, you need to make sure you get as many quant questions right as possible.
6. GD/PI: XLRI is notorious for giving GD topics based on work ethics, corporate culture and workplace behaviour. So, make sure to get an idea on how corporate world functions if you are a fresher.
Hope this helps. Feel free to contact me in case of any queries. All the best, folks!
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