XAT Registration 2026 (Started) @xatonline.in: Direct Link, Fees, How to fill Application Form & Last Date

The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 registration has officially started from 10th July 2026 Aspiring MBA candidates can now apply online by visiting the official XAT website – xatonline.in. In order to complete the XAT registration process, candidates must ensure that they fulfill the eligibility criteria required to take admissions into the participating B schools of the country.

XAT Registration 2026 

XAT registration 2026 has started from 10th July 2026 onwards. The registration shall continue until 5th December 2026. Candidates interested in pursuing MBA from XLRI, Jamshedpur or other 250+ XAT accepting colleges can register for XAT 2026 by completing the registration process on the official website at xatonline.in.

The XAT registration fee is Rs. 2200 for all candidates. The XAT exam will be held on 4th January 2026 in nearly 110 cities. Its score is valid for admission to MBA/PGDM course at XLRI-Jamshedpur and other 250 B-schools accepting XAT score. Read below to know about XAT registration 2026 in detail.

XAT Registration 2026 Dates: Start Date and Last Date 

XAT registration has started from 10th July 2025 onwards and shall continue until 5th December 2026. Those who fill out the registration forms will be eligible to download the admit card from 20th December 2025 onwards for the exam which is scheduled for 4th January 2026. The following table has the list of important dates and events associated with XAT 2026. 

Who Can Apply Online for XAT 2026?

Only those candidates who fulfill the XAT eligibility criteria can fill out the XLRI XAT registration form 2026. Given below is the eligibility criteria to fill out XAT online form. 

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognized university

• Final-year students completing their degree by June 2026 are also eligible.

• There is no minimum percentage requirement in graduation.

• There is no age limit for appearing in the exam.

How to Register for XAT 2026 – Step-by-Step Process

Below we have specifeed the step by step registration process for XAT 2026 exam. 

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to the official XAT portal –xatonline.in and click on the “New Registration” link.

Step 2: Create an Account

Fill in your name, email ID, mobile number, and set a password. Submit to receive your XAT ID and password via email/SMS.

Step 3: Fill the Application Form

Log in using your credentials and enter the following details:

• Personal details (DOB, gender, address, etc.)
  
  

• Academic qualifications (Class 10, 12, graduation, etc.)
  
  

• Work experience (if any)
  
  

• Choice of XLRI program (optional)
  
  

• Preferred test city (you can select 2)
  
  

Step 4: Upload Documents

Upload scanned copies of:

• Passport-size photograph (200x230 px; 20-50 KB)
  
  

• Signature on white paper with black pen (140x60 px; 10-20 KB)
  
  

Step 5: Pay the Application Fee

You can pay the fee via:

• Debit/Credit card

• Net Banking

• UPI or mobile wallet

• Demand Draft or IDBI challan
  
  

XAT 2026 Application Fee

It is mandatory for all the candidates to pay the XAT application fee. The fee has to be paid in online mode or viua Demand Draft/IDBI challan. Only then the registration is successful. The XAT fee is given below in the table. 

XLRI Program Options in XAT 2026

While filling the form, candidates may choose to apply for one or more programs offered by XLRI. You must take a note that each program fee costs Rs. 200. 

• PGDM in Business Management (BM)

• PGDM in Human Resource Management (HRM)

• PGDM in General Management Programme (GMP)

• PGDM in Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Creation (IEV)

XAT 2026 Exam Highlights

Here are major highlights of XAT 2026 exam. 

• Mode of exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Duration of exam: 3 hours

• Sections: Verbal & Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, GK

• Marking Scheme: 1 mark per correct answer, 0.25 negative mark for wrong answers

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