XAT 2026 Registration Opens
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Hello, future studies MBA students! A big change is on the way: if you want to get into a famous B-school like XLRI, XIMB, IMT, etc., you should absolutely prepare for the XAT 2026 registration, which is scheduled to start tomorrow.
Many serious MBA candidates apply for the Xavier Aptitude Test, or XAT, one of those management entrance tests. The exam is organized annually by XLRI Jamshedpur and is recognized by over 160 Business colleges in India.
XAT 2026 - Key Things to Keep in Mind
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Registration Starts: From tomorrow, i.e., July 10, 2025
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Official Website: xatonline.in
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Application Mode: Online only
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Expected Exam Date: First Sunday of January 2026 (usually around Jan 5)
You can register and complete the form on the official XAT website as soon as the link goes live. Although it is anticipated that the form will be available for a few months, it is always preferable to apply ahead of time to prevent the last-minute rush (you know how exam sites go down at the last minute, don't you?).
Who Can Apply?
To be honest, qualifying is rather simple to understand: you are eligible if you have completed at least three years of coursework toward a bachelor's degree in any field. No CGPA or minimum percentage is necessary. Final-year students are also eligible to apply.
What About the Application Fee?
The typical XAT registration fee is ₹2100, though this year's price may vary somewhat. If you are applying particularly to XLRI's programs, there is an additional cost.
Keep your documents ready
such as your academic information, signature, and photo. Verify that your phone number and email address are operational and reachable. During registration, you will also have to select the exam city of your choice.
Final Word
Therefore, don't pass the XAT if you want to enroll in one of the best MBA programs in India. Watch the official website and get started as the form goes live tomorrow.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
XAT 2026 registration will begin on July 10, 2025. You can fill out the form online at xatonline.in.
Anyone with a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) in any stream can apply. Final-year students are also allowed to appear for XAT.
Although the official date will be announced soon, XAT is usually held on the first Sunday of January, so it’s likely to be around January 5, 2026.
The expected fee is around ₹2100 for general candidates. If you’re applying to XLRI programs, there might be an extra charge per program.
Top B-schools like XLRI Jamshedpur, XIM Bhubaneswar, IMT Ghaziabad, GIM Goa, TAPMI, and many others accept XAT scores.
XAT and CAT are both challenging, but XAT includes a Decision Making section (which CAT doesn’t), and it sometimes has an essay. The difficulty level can vary depending on the section.
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