The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 will be conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on January 4, 2026 (first Sunday of January) in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The XAT 2026 registration process begins on July 10, 2025 on the official website — xatonline.in. Candidates aspiring for MBA admissions to XLRI and 800+ top B-Schools in India must apply online before the deadline.
XAT is one of the most competitive MBA entrance exams in India, with more than 1 lakh applicants every year. The XAT 2026 exam pattern will include 95 questions covering Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Knowledge. The total duration of the exam will be around 3 hours.
XAT 2026 Exam Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| XAT 2026 Registration Start Date | Second week of July 2025 |
| XAT 2026 Registration Last Date | November 30, 2025 |
| XAT Admit Card 2026 Release | December 20, 2025(Tentative) |
| XAT 2026 Exam Date | January 4, 2026 |
| XAT 2026 Answer Key & Objection | Second week of January 2026 |
| XAT 2026 Result Announcement | Third week of January 2026 |
XAT 2026 Application Fee
| Particulars | Fee Amount (INR) |
| XAT Application Fee | 2,200 |
| XLRI Program Fee (per course) | 200 |
Candidates must ensure successful online payment to complete the application. Fee payment can be done through credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking.
XAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) from a UGC-recognized university is mandatory.
- Final-year graduation students are also eligible to apply.
- No minimum percentage is required to apply for XAT, but for MBA admission:
- General category: Minimum 50%
- Reserved category: Minimum 45%
There is no age limit to appear for the XAT exam.
Candidates are advised to keep checking the official portal — xatonline.in — for latest updates and direct application link. Early registration is recommended to avoid last-minute issues.
