XAT 2022 exam pattern is changed again after three years and the essay writing test is included in the XAT 2022 question paper. The exam remains a computer based test as was last year. However, XAT Exam 2022 duration is increased to 190 minutes from earlier 180 minutes. XAT will now be conducted on Sunday, January 2, 2022 from 9.30 AM to 12.40 PM in 72 cities in India.