XAT 2026 Application Form has been released from 10th July 2025. XAT 2026 Exam Date has been announced. It will be held on 4th January 2026.
XAT 2026 Registration – Started
XAT 2026 Application Form has been released from 10th July 2025. Click here to apply online.
Eligible candidates are able to register themselves via online mode, as there is no offline method provided. Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is conducted by XLRI, Jamshedpur at University Level. It is a management program organized to provide admission into MBA/ PGDM programmes. XLRI, Jamshedpur organized XAT exam once in every year via online (CBT) mode.
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Candidates can go through the article below to know complete details related to XAT 2026 application form such as registration details, fee, exam dates, how to register, eligibility, etc.
XAT 2026 Registration
Know complete XAT 2026 registration details from the section below:
- XAT 2026 application form is released by XLRI Jamshedpur from 10th July 2025.
- There is only online facility available to complete the registration procedure, no offline method is applicable.
- First steps is to register which is divided into three stages & Start registering by creating a XAT login credentials.
- Now relog in and fill the application form with details such as personal details, communication details, academic information, etc.
- Candidates are advised to upload the correct documents such as Photo & Signature to avoid rejection of form.
- In case of any mistake in registration form, candidates will be able to make correction in it during edit window.
- Aspirants will be able to complete the XAT 2026 registration form probably till 5th December 2025.
- After submitting the form do not forget to take a hardcopy of form for further usage in admission.
Application Fee:
- Registration fee of XAT 2026 is same for all category candidates.
- Online facility is available to submit the fee.
- Rs. 2200/- is the application fee for all candidates.
- Online payment gateways such as Debit Cards (Rupay/ Visa / Master Card / Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets) is available.
We have mentioned the application fee for various categories:
Category | Application Fee |
XAT Application Fee (without late fee) | Rs. 2200/- |
Candidates interested in XLRI programmes need to pay an additional fee | Rs. 200/- each |
Indian Candidates applying for GMP through GMAT | Rs. 2500/- |
NRI/Foreign Candidates applying for 1 or more programs through GMAT | Rs. 5000/- |
Required Documents List
- Signature
- Passport size photograph (Recent)
- Here we have mention the dimensions and size of required documents:
XAT 2026 Documents | Dimensions | Size | Size Instructions | Format |
Photograph | 200 x 230 pixels | between 20KB-50KB | Size should be not more than 50 KB | JPG or JPEG |
Signature | 140 x 60 pixels | between 10KB —20KB | Size should be not more than 20 KB | JPG or JPEG |
XAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
We have mentioned the complete eligibility criteria of XAT 2026 in the section below:
- Nationality: To apply for XAT 2026, candidates must be citizen of India, NRI & foreign candidates can also apply.
- Through GMAT scores, foreign national will also apply for XLRI admissions.
- Qualification: Candidates must be 3-year graduation degree to apply.
- Age Limit: There will be no upper age limit set by XLRI to apply for XAT 2026 exam.
- Appearing: Those appearing candidates in their final year of graduation will also be eligible to apply.
XAT 2026 Registration Dates
Complete schedule of XAT 2026 is mentioned below in tabular format:
Events | Dates 2026 (Announced) |
Online Registration Starts | 10th July 2025 |
Last Date to apply | 5th December 2025 |
Application correction window | December 2025 |
Admit Card release | 20th December 2025 |
XAT 2026 Exam Date | 4th January 2026 |
How to Apply for XAT 2026
Step-by-step procedure to fill the XAT 2026 form is given below:
- Visit the website of XAT (Link is mentioned above).
- On the homepage press “Register” link.
- Start with the registration procedure by entering the basic information.
- After registration login credentials will be allocated to the candidates & press the “Login” option
- Re-Login to your account and start filling the application form.
- Fill the details such as academic, communicational & personal details.
- Select XLRI programme as per your preferences and select any 2 test city preferences.
- Now upload the scanned documents in specific format.
- Press “Submit” button and proceed to the payment step.
- Click on “Payment” tab and proceed for payment method.
- Submit the prescribed amount of fee using online gateways.
- Review the filled details & press the “Final Submit” button.
- Do not forget to take a hardcopy of application form for further usage in admission.
Aspirants can go through the article above to know complete details related to XAT Registration 2026. Apply for XAT 2026 has begin from 10th July 2025 via online mode. Exam Date of XAT 2026 has been released. We have also updated the direct link above in the page for interested candidates. For more such updates related to XAT 2026 exam, keep visiting the website.
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