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The top 10 private colleges accepting XAT 2026 feature top-tier institutions, including esteemed institutes such as XLRI Jamshedpur, XISS Ranchi, XIMB Bhubaneswar, and IMT Ghaziabad, among others. Over 1,000 leading MBA colleges in India accept XAT scores. Among these, 754 are privately owned, 62 are run by public or government organisations, and 6 are managed by public-private entities.
XAT is a key entrance exam for admission to many of the top MBA colleges in the country. XLRI Jamshedpur administers the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) annually to select candidates for its postgraduate management programs. To gain admission to these colleges participating in XAT 2026, candidates must pass the XAT exam and succeed in subsequent selection rounds, such as the Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI). The article comprehensively underscores the top 10 private colleges accepting XAT 2026 scores.

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NMAT 2025 Question Paper for Day 1, held on November 5, was perceived by most test‑takers as a moderately challenging exam. The Quantitative part was the toughest; it had a lot of number‑crunching problems that needed quick mental math and a good understanding of algebra, geometry, and data tables. The Logical Reasoning (or Critical Reasoning) section had longer passages, which made it harder to finish on time. The Verbal Ability section was more balanced, mixing reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary at a moderate level. In short, the paper was a step up from the normal NMAT pattern: the math pushed many candidates, the reasoning required careful reading, and the verbal part gave a fair chance to score.

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The NMAT 2025‑26 cutoff for MBA differs by section and by the college you’re targeting, showing how competitive the exam is. While GMAC doesn’t publish official sectional cutoffs, experts advise aiming for a balanced score across Language, Quantitative, and Logical Reasoning. The Language Skills section should be targeted at 70‑75 marks to demonstrate solid comprehension and verbal reasoning. For Quantitative Skills, which is usually the toughest part, aim for 72‑78 marks to handle the heavy calculations. In Logical Reasoning, a score of 68‑75 marks is advisable to show strong analytical thinking and pattern‑recognition abilities.

The XAT 2026 Modern Math Questions are effective for preparation for the XAT 2026 Quantitative Aptitude (QA) section, it's advantageous to begin practicing Modern Maths questions early. A systematic approach is key to success. Modern Maths in XAT 2026 focuses on important topics such as Probability, Permutation and Combinations, Set Theory, Time, Speed and Distance, Profit and Loss, and Arithmetic Progression.
Typically, 2 to 3 questions from these topics appear in the XAT exam. Mastering the fundamentals and practicing a range of XAT Quant questions is essential to understanding the problem types you'll face. To boost your preparation, explore the sections below for XAT 2026 Modern Maths sample questions and key topics that are crucial for securing a high score.

IIMA Launches Two-Year Blended MBA in Business Analytics & AI: The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has announced a new two-year blended mode MBA programme in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, designed for mid-career executives and working professionals. The program is designed to build executives who can use data, analytics, and AI for strategic business decisions. Unlike a normal full-time MBA, this course is a blended mode programme consisting of online live sessions along with the mandatory on-campus visits at IIM Ahmedabad.