XIC OET 2024- Exam Date, Registration (Ongoing), Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation

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About XIC OET 2024

XIC OET 2024: The Xavier Institute of Communications for Journalism & Mass Communication, Public Relations & Corporate Communications, Advertising & Marketing Communication and Film, Television & Digital Video Production exam will be conducted most likely on April 5, 6 & 7, 2024. The XIC OET 2024 application process began on March 1, 2024. The registration process will continue till March 31, 2024. The Personal Interviews will be conducted at different centres starting most likely from April 19, 20, and 21, 2024, in Delhi; April 23, 2024, in Kolkata; April 24, 2024, in Bangalore; and April 26, 27, and 28, 2024, in Mumbai. The final merit list is expected to be released on May 3, 2024. Selected candidates will be able to pay the fees till May 15, 2024 (by 4 pm). 

To offer admission to mass-communication courses, Xavier Institute of Communications, Mumbai conducts the Xavier Institute of Communication Online Entrance Test (XIC OET). Based on the applicant's entrance score candidates are shortlisted for admission to Diploma courses in Journalism, Mass Communication, and other related domains.

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XIC OET 2024 Highlights

Here are some major highlights of the XIC OET 2024 are as follows:

Category

Highlights

Exam Name

Xavier Institute of Communications Online Entrance Test

Level of Exam

National Level

Conducting Body

Xavier Institute of Communications

Mode of Exam

Online

Eligibility Criteria

Passed Bachelor degree with a minimum of three-year duration

Test Duration

1hr 30 minutes

Total Marks

150

Application Fees

INR 4,000 (inclusive of GST)

Courses Covered

  • Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication
  • Diploma in Advertising & Marketing Communication
  • Diploma in Film, Television & Digital Video Production
  • Diploma in Communication for Development
  • Diploma in Public Relations & Corporate Communication

XIC OET 2024 Important Dates

All the important dates related to XIC OET 2024 have been provided below.

Event

Dates

XIC OET 2024 Application Start Date

March 1, 2024

XIC OET 2024 Application Last Date

March 31, 2024

XIC OET 2024 Admit Card Release Date

According to XIC Mumbai

XIC OET 2024 Examination Date

April 5, 6 & 7, 2024

XIC OET 2024 Online PI

  • April 19, 20, and 21, 2024 (Delhi)
  • April 23, 2024 (Kolkata)
  • April 24, 2024 (Bangalore)
  • April 26, 27, and 28, 2024 (Mumbai)

XIC OET 2024 Final list 

May 3, 2024

Wait List Release

May 16, 2024 (at approx 4 pm)

Last date to pay course fees by selected aspirants

May 25, 2024 (at approx 4 pm)

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XIC OET 2024 Conducting Body

Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC) is the conducting body of XIC OET. It is a curricula unit of St. Xavier’s College and a professional media centre offering a variety of services in training and production. The Institute is at two locations; the St. Xavier’s College campus and the St. Xavier’s High School Campus, Mumbai. The Bombay St. Xavier’s College Society Trust also comprises St. Xavier’s College, the Xavier Institute of Communications, the Xavier Institute of Management and Research (XIMR), and the Heras Institute of Indian History and Culture.

XIC OET 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates are eligible to register for XIC OET if they meet the requirements mentioned below:

  • They are 35 years or below in age.

  • They have completed 3 years of Graduation (12+3 years) in a University approved stream in India : (Arts, Commerce, Science, Computers, BMM, BMS, BE, Catering, etc.)

  • They are appearing for their last semester or Third year Graduation in the present Academic year.

In this last case, to be selected for the XIC Course of their choice, and successfully complete it in keeping with the academic, attendance and other standards laid down by XIC, the Diploma will be awarded only on completion of their graduation and on submission of the relevant attested Final mark-sheet of their graduation.

Eligibility for Advanced Integrated Communication Programme AICP

  • A Graduate in any discipline and Work experience of 2 years in a non-staff function (executive or supervisory function desired).

  • Organizational sponsorship for this program is preferred, however, a letter from the organization shall be required stating that they are aware of your joining this course.

  • Registration Fees: Rs.3,500/- (inclusive of GST)

  • Registration Fees for the AICP course Rs.2,500/- (inclusive of GST)

XIC OET 2024 Exam Pattern

The XIC OET Exam pattern for 2024 is mentioned below:

  • Mode of exam: The exam is computer based, and is carried out in online mode

  • Sections: The paper comprises of two Sections- Subjective Section, and Objective section

  • Maximum Marks: 150 marks

  • Time / Duration: 90 minutes/1 hour 30 minutes

  • Sections in Paper: 2 (Objective and Subjective)

  • Section-wise marks: 100 marks are allotted to the objective section, and 50 marks are allotted to the subjective section

XIC OET 2024 Syllabus

The Xavier Institute of Communication does not specify any detailed syllabus for the XIC OET entrance test. Candidates have to go through the below-mentioned topics to perform well in the XIC OET Exam 2024:

  • Language Skills: In this section candidates' language ability will be tested from sections like Spellings, Singular, Plural, Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases, One Word Substitutes etc.

  • General Knowledge and Knowledge of Media: In this section, candidate’s aptitude will be tested related to the general knowledge and current affairs awareness questions. It is imperative for the students to be updated with the Political, Social and Economic Happening of the country and abroad.

  • Logical and Analytical Skills: In this section, students should be well-versed with topics like Series, Blood Relations, Directions, Critical Reasoning, Syllogism and Analogy.

XIC OET Application Form 2024

The XIC OET Application Form was made available on March 1, 2024. Applicants wishing to get admission in PG courses from the Xavier Institute of Communications can apply in XIC OET by filling out the application form with correct and complete details. Students can download the application form through online mode only. It cannot be obtained through any other offline mode. Students who have successfully completed and submitted the application form can appear for the entrance test. Candidates can fill out the XIC OET Application Form 2024 following the steps mentioned below.

  • Go to the official webpage of the Xavier Institute of Communications.

  • Click on the link of the exam and select the course 

  • Fill out the application form with all the correct and complete details such as the candidate’s name, address, phone, email ID, and other educational qualification details.

  • Indicate any employment experience in the media field in this area of the XIC OET application form 2024 (if applicable).

  • Upload their scanned copy of the photo and signature on the application form and submit it.

  • Pay the application fee of INR 3,500 including 14% service tax. It can be paid through online mode using Credit Card/ Debit Card/ Net Banking.

  • After that, applicants have to download and take the printout of the application for further use.

XIC OET 2024 Application Fee

The application fee for the XIC OET 2024 exam has been provided below.

Mode of Payment

Amount

Debit card/credit card/net banking/e-wallets/UPI

Rs. 4000

(including GST)

XIC OET 2024 Registration Process

XIC OET 2024 Registration Process has been described as follows:

  1. Go to the XIC website www.xaviercomm.org and click on REGISTER. 

  2. The candidates had to enter the following details: 

  • Name

  • Mobile Number

  • Email ID

  • Course Interested In

  • Captcha Number 

  1. After submitting the details, candidates received a login ID and password which they had to use to log in, in order to avail the XIC OET application forms.

  2. Payments can be made by using your Bank Debit/ Credit Cards / Net banking / UPI.

  3. Provide your Statement of Purpose (SOP). If you qualify for the Personal Interview stage, it could be brought up for discussion. Hence, please give sufficient thought while putting your SOP together.

  4. Now you can proceed and complete the payment procedure.

  5. Select your preferred OET date and personal interview center.

  6. Failure to upload your scanned photograph or provide proper details, will not allow you to proceed further.

  7. On completion of your Registration, please note down your Application Number.

  8. Your XIC OET 2024 Admit Card will be sent to you later on the E-mail ID mentioned in your Registration form.

  9. Finally, preserve your admit card carefully. Only this document will be accepted in all further transactions between you and XIC.

XIC OET Admit Card 2024

The XIC OET Admit Card 2024 will be issued to the applicants in the month of April. Applicants have submitted their application form successfully, they will get the admit card on their registered email id. Candidates must take their Admit Cards along with themselves to the examination center without which they might be debarred.

The XIC OET Entrance Test 2024 Admit card contains the following details:

  • Name of the Candidate

  • Candidate’s Signature

  • Candidate’s Photograph

  • Test related information

  • Examination Venue

  • Test Time and Date

  • Counselling related information

XIC OET Result 2024

The XIC OET 2024 final result will be tentatively declared on May 3, 2024 (at approx 4 pm) on the official website of Xavier Institute of Communications. Applicants who have appeared in the XIC OET Exam 2024, can check their results through online mode by submitting the required details such as their registration number. 
The waiting list will be announced most likely on May 16, 2024, at 4 PM. Shortlisted candidates' names and reference numbers will appear on the merit list. In the next round of selection, these candidates will undergo a group discussion and an interview. Candidates can pay the course fee tentatively till May 25, 2024, by 4 PM for selected candidates.

What to Carry Along with the XIC OET 2024 Admit Card?

Applicants have to bring along one of the following photo IDs with the XIC 2024 Admit Card to the exam centre:

  • Voter’s ID card

  • Passport

  • Adhaar Card

  • Driving license

  • Identity card issued by the previous institution

What Not to Carry to the XIC OET 2024 Examination Hall?

Candidates are advised not to carry the below-given things to the XIC OET 2024 examination hall:

  • Any electronic gadget

  • Study material

  • Any paper, excluding admit card and identity proof

XIC OET Admission Procedure

The following table shows the selection process of different courses:

Course

Selection Process

Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication

XIC OET

Personal Interview/ Skype Interview

Diploma in Public Relations & Corporate Communications

XIC OET

Group Discussion

Personal Interview

Diploma in Advertising & Marketing Communication

XIC OET

Skype Interview

Diploma in Film, Television & Digital Video Production

XIC OET

Personal Interview

XIC OET Counselling 2024

After qualifying for the XIC OET 2024, candidates will be summoned for a personal interview. The Personal Interviews will be conducted from April 19, 20, and 21, 2024, in Delhi; April 23, 2024, in Kolkata; April 24, 2024, in Bangalore; and April 26, 27, and 28, 2024, in Mumbai. Applicants must carry the following documents at the interview session:

  • Class 10 Mark-sheet

  • Class 12 Mark-sheet

  • Graduation certificate of the qualifying examination

  • Migration Certificate

  • Admit Card of XIC OET 2024

  • Category Certificate (if applicable)

  • Class 10 pass certificate for verification of age

  • In case the result is awaited, evidence of appearing in qualifying exams

  • Self-attested photocopies of all the documents

How To Prepare For XIC OET 2024?

Given below is the study plan that candidates can follow in order to ace XIC OET 2024:

  • Solve XIC OET previous year’s sample papers and mock tests to understand the paper pattern, marking scheme, type of questions, difficulty level. 

  • Set targets to complete the entire syllabus and to ensure proper revision too.

  • Revise all the concepts to retain all the data well, and also learn them throughly. Constant revision would help to retain all the topics well. Note down the important points of each chapter on a set of placards, and color code them according to the difficulty level. These will help up the end moment revision, and save a lot of time.

  • Read new articles every day, practise writing essays, read newspapers, last years’ question papers etc. to improve your writing skills for the subjective section. 

  • Focus on your time management skills and improving speed of answering questions with high accuracy based on English and General Knowkedge.

XIC OET 2024 Exam Centres

While filling out the online application form, the aspirants will have to choose the test centre. Here are the XIC OET exam centers.

Location

Address

Mumbai

Xavier Institute of Communications, St. Xavier's College Campus, Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai, Pin Code- 400001, Ph No. 022-2262-1366/1639

Delhi

St. Xavier's Senior Secondary School, Raj Niwas Marg Near- ISBT, Kashmiri Gate, Delhi, Pin Code-110054

Kolkata

St. Xavier's College, Mother Teresa Sarani, Park Street, Kolkata, Pin Code- 700 016

Pune

St. Vincent's High School, 2005/2006, St. Vincent'ss Street, Pune, Pin Code- 411 001

Bengaluru

St. Joseph's College of Commerce, 163-Brigade Road, Bengaluru, Pin Code- 560025

XIC OET 2024 Contact Details

Address: St. Xavier's College Campus,5 Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai 400 001

Helpdesk: +91.22.2262 1366 / 2262 1639, +91.22.2265 8546

Official Website: https://www.xaviercomm.org/

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FAQs about XIC OET

How many courses are offered by Xavier Institute of Communications?

Following programmes are offered by the Xavier Institute of Communications:

  • Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication
  • Diploma in Advertising & Marketing Communication
  • Diploma in Film, Television & Digital Video Production
  • Diploma in Communication for Development
  • Diploma in Public Relations & Corporate Communication

What is the required eligibility for XIC OET?

The required eligibility for XIC OET is a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three-year duration.

What is the application fee for XIC OET 2024?

The application fee for XIC OET 2024 is INR 4,000. Candidates need to pay this fee to complete the registration process of XIC OET.

What is the exam duration of the XIC OET exam?

The exam duration of the XIC OET exam is 120 minutes or 2 hours.

Which is the conducting body of XIC OET?

Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC) is the conducting body of XIC OET.

When will the XIC OET 2024 exam be held?

The XIC OET exam is likely to be conducted on April 5, 6 and 7, 2024. Official dates are yet to be announced by the authority.

Is an interview and group discussion be held after the XIC OET?

Yes, an interview and group discussion will be held after the XIC OET. The Personal Interviews will be conducted at different centres starting most likely from April 19, 20, and 21, 2024, in Delhi; April 23, 2024, in Kolkata; April 24, 2024, in Bangalore; and April 26, 27, and 28, 2024, in Mumbai. 

What is the mode of registration for XIC OET 2024?

The mode of registration for XIC OET 2024 is online. Candidates can fill out the application form by visiting the official website of XIC 2024, i.e. xaviercomm.org in. 

What are the total marks of the XIC OET 2024 exam?

The total marks of the XIC OET 2024 exam is 150 marks.

Will only objective questions be asked in the XIC OET 2024 exam?

In XIC OET 2024, both Objective and Subjective questions will be asked.

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