Registration for XAT 2026 has started on July 10th. The last date to apply is December 5th, 2025. The exam will be held on January 4th, 2026. Students applying on the first day will receive a special benefit.
XAT 2026: The online application process for the XAT 2026 exam, conducted by the Xavier School of Management (XLRI), has begun on July 10, 2025. Interested candidates can apply through the official website xatonline.in until December 5, 2025. The exam will be conducted across India on January 4, 2026.
XAT 2026 Registration Process Begins
The registration window for the Xavier Aptitude Test, or XAT 2026 exam, is now open. This exam is conducted by the Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur. Through this exam, candidates are selected for admission to management courses like MBA and PGDM.
This registration process, which started on July 10, 2025, will continue until December 5, 2025. Candidates are advised not to wait for the last date and to complete the application process in a timely manner.
XAT 2026 Exam Date and Time
The XAT 2026 exam will be held on January 4, 2026. The exam time is scheduled from 2 PM to 5 PM. This exam will be conducted in offline mode at various exam centers across the country.
Admit Card and Other Important Dates
Admit cards for XAT 2026 will be released by December 20, 2025. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards from the website using their login details. Subsequently, candidates must bring the admit card and a valid photo ID to the examination center.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process
- First, visit the official website xatonline.in.
- Click on the "Registration" link available on the homepage.
- New users need to self-register.
- Fill in details like name, email, mobile number and verify with OTP.
- After that, log in and complete the application form.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form and keep a printout for future reference.
Fee Structure
Information about the application fee for XAT 2026 is available on the official website. Generally, the fee may vary based on the category. While applying, the fee can be paid through online modes such as credit card, debit card, or net banking.
Special Benefit for First-Day Applicants
Candidates applying on July 10, the first day of registration, are being offered a special benefit. The first 100 such students will be added to an exclusive Telegram group. In this group, they can directly interact with toppers and XAT exam coordinators.
Candidates will receive guidance on important topics such as exam preparation strategy, time management, and section-wise approach through this group. In addition, students will be able to post their doubts and receive real-time answers from experts.
Why XAT 2026 is Special
XAT is a national-level entrance exam, recognized by the country's leading B-Schools. Apart from XLRI Jamshedpur, many other prestigious institutions offer admission to MBA and PGDM courses based on XAT scores. After CAT, this exam is considered the second most prominent test in the management field.
Which Institutions Offer Admission
Based on the XAT score, more than 160 management institutes across the country, apart from XLRI Jamshedpur, offer admission to candidates. These include prominent institutions like SP Jain Institute, IMT Ghaziabad, TAPMI, and XIMB.
Exam Pattern
The XAT exam consists of four sections:
- Verbal and Logical Ability
- Decision Making
- Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation
- General Knowledge
It also includes an essay writing section, which is considered for evaluation during the interview. The total duration of the exam is 3 hours.
