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Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
XAT 2026 Application Window Opens for MBA/PGDM Admission to 250+ B-Schools
With an enduring legacy of over 75 years, the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) remains the most time-honoured and trusted entrance examination for MBA/PGDM admissions in India. Conducted by XLRI – Xavier School of Management on behalf of XAMI (Xavier Association of Management Institutes), XAT 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, January 4, 2026, and registration is currently underway at What sets XAT apart is not just its extensive acceptance by over 250 top B-schools across India, but also its longstanding tradition of nurturing management talent through a holistic, aptitude-based evaluation model. 75+ Years Strong: A Legacy of Leadership XAT stands as the only MBA/PGDM entrance test in India with a 75+ year heritage, establishing it as the gold standard for MBA/PGDM aspirants seeking excellence in management education. XLRI, which has conducted the test since its inception, has continuously adapted the exam to meet the evolving needs of education and industry, while maintaining its core value of student-centric integrity. 'XAT is not just an entrance test, it's a tradition of excellence that has shaped leaders for over 75+ years. With XAT 2026, we are not only continuing that legacy but also evolving to meet the changing needs of today's aspirants. Our goal is to provide more than just a test. We aim to deliver guidance, mentorship, and a truly aspirant-first experience from day one.' — Prof. Rahul Shukla, Convenor, XAT 2026 Pan-India Test Centres: Bringing Opportunity Closer to Home XAT 2026 will be conducted in over 100 cities across India, ensuring accessibility for candidates from both metropolitan and non-metropolitan regions. Whether you're in a major city or a smaller town, XAT ensures you have access to a testing centre near you. Test cities include Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Aligarh, Allahabad, Ambala, Amravati, Amritsar, Anantapur, Arrah, Aurangabad City (Maharashtra), Baddi, Balasore, Bareilly, Bhatinda, Bhagalpur, Bhilai Nagar, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Bikaner, Bilaspur, Bengaluru, Berhampur, Chandigarh/Mohali, Chennai, Chikkaballapur, Coimbatore, Cuttack, Darbhanga, Davanagere, Dehradun, Delhi-NCR, Dhanbad, Dhenkanal, Dibrugarh, Durgapur/Asansol, Ernakulam, Gandhinagar, Goa, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Gwalior, Haldwani, Hazaribagh, Hisar, Hooghly, Hubballi (Hubli), Hyderabad, Indore, Jabalpur, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jammu, Jamshedpur, Jodhpur, Jorhat, Kalaburagi (Gulbarga), Kalyani, Kannur, Kanpur, Karimnagar, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Kota, Kottayam, Kurnool, Kurukshetra, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Mehsana, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Muzaffarpur, Mumbai, Mysuru (Mysore), Nagpur, Naharlagun, Nanded, Nashik, Patiala, Patna, Pune, Raipur, Rajahmundry, Rajkot, Ranchi, Roorkee, Rourkela, Salem, Sambalpur, Shimla, Shillong, Sikar, Siliguri, Surat, Tejpur, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Tirupathi, Tiruvallur, Udaipur, Udupi, Ujjain, Vadodara, Varanasi, Vellore, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam. Why Choose XAT 2026? ● Accepted by 250+ leading B-schools, including XLRI, XIMB, IMT, TAPMI, GIM, MICA, IRMA, Weschool, Great Lakes, and more. ● Nationwide accessibility with 100+ test cities. ● Holistic evaluation — assessing not just academics, but decision-making and analytical skills. ● XAT aspirants are preferred by top B-Schools over other entrance exams because of the holistic test pattern. ● XAT does not have sectional time limits, giving aspirants the flexibility to manage time as per their strengths. ● Students can switch between sections during the exam, reducing pressure and allowing strategic thinking. ● XAT is conducted in January, giving an additional month of preparation after other entrance exams. ● Preparation for XAT largely overlaps with other entrance test preparations, requiring only a few mocks and solving previous year papers in addition. ● The exam is held in a single slot, ensuring fairness with no need for score normalisation. ● Applying for XAT alongside other entrance tests is a smart choice, offering a second high-quality opportunity without extra effort. Important Dates: Event Date Registration Opened July 10, 2025 Last Date to Apply December 5, 2025 XAT 2026 Exam Date January 4, 2026 How to Apply:
Scroll.in
11-07-2025
- Business
- Scroll.in
XAT 2026 registration begins at xatonline.in; apply till December 5
Xavier School of Management has commenced registrations for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for the exam on the official website till December 5, 2025. XAT 2026 will be conducted on January 4, 2026, from 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm. The admit card is likely to be released on December 20, 2025. The XLRI conducts XAT on behalf of XAMI. For over 75 years, XLRI has conducted XAT at all India levels to select the most appropriate students for management education. Registration Fee Candidates are required to pay a fee of Rs 2200. Candidates interested in XLRI programmes need to pay an additional fee of Rs 200 each. Steps to register for XAT 2026
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
XAT 2026 registration window opens at xatonline.in: Direct link to apply here
XAT registration 2026 : The registration window for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 has officially opened today, July 10, 2025 on the exam's official portal, Conducted by XLRI – Xavier School of Management, the national-level entrance exam paves the way for admission into postgraduate management programmes offered by XLRI and over 150 other B-schools across India. This year, XLRI has introduced a distinctive initiative to reward early applicants. Candidates who register on day one will be eligible for personalised mentorship and insider access to the XAT ecosystem, including live sessions with the XAT Convenor and a Telegram-based mentorship community moderated by XLRI students and the official exam team. XAT registration 2026: Steps to apply Candidates can follow the steps mentioned here to apply for the XAT 2026 exam: Go to the official website: Step 1 : Click on 'New Registration' to begin your application. Step 2 : Fill in your name, email, mobile number, and verify through OTP. Step 3 : Set a password to create your login credentials. Step 4 : Log in and complete the application form with academic and personal details. Step 5 : Select preferred XLRI programme(s) and test city. Step 6 : Upload a scanned photo and signature. Step 7 : Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card or net banking. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Step 8 : Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future use. Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for the XAT application process 2026. Candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official website to get the latest updates of the XAT application 2026. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
XAT 2026 registration begins today at xatonline.in, special rewards for day 1 applicants
XLRI-Xavier School of Management will begin the online registration-cum-application process for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 today, July 10. Eligible candidates can apply for XAT 2026 up to December 5 on XAT 2026 registration begins today at XLRI has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative to reward early applicants (those who register on day 1) with personalised support and exclusive access to the XAT ecosystem. Candidates who register today, July 10, will be eligible for: 1. Live Interactive Sessions with XAT Convenor, XAT team, and XLRI students (XAT toppers). This includes two exclusive and enclosed online question-and-answer sessions — one tentatively in the last week of July and another in the first week of August. Each session will feature the XAT 2026 Convenor, the XAT exam team and XLRI students. Two hundred randomly selected day 1 applicants will be eligible for it. XLRI said during these sessions, aspirants will be able to: a) Engage directly with XAT exam Convenor, XAT team, and XLRI students (XAT toppers) b) Learn preparation strategies and test-taking tips c) Get queries answered first-hand from the XAT team Also read: Four IITs, 3 IIMs, AMU on UGC's defaulter list for non-compliance of anti-ragging norms 2. Private Telegram Mentorship Community: In this, 100 unique day 1 applicants will be invited to join a private Telegram group moderated by XLRI students and the XAT Team. The students and the XAT tem will tentatively remain active in: a) Second week of August (1-hour session) b) Fourth week of August (1-hour session) In this platform, applicants can: a) Post questions and receive responses firsthand b) Get help with prep strategies Also read: IIM Rohtak hosts special session on armed forces and 'Operation Sindoor', Lt Gen Pushkar urges students to dream boldly Speaking on the initiative, Prof. Rahul Shukla said, 'Over the years, we have seen that the most remarkable journeys don't always begin with loud certainty, but with quiet clarity.' 'This year, we want to walk alongside the aspirants from Day 1 — not just as an exam body, but as a community that believes in their potential.' Candiates can visit the XAT 2026 website for more details.
India.com
09-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
XAT Registration Big Update: XLRI to open Registration window on THIS Date at xatonline.in, Check Details Here
New Delhi: The Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur, is all set to open the registration window for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 on Wednesday, July 10. The candidates who are interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official website, The last date to submit the application form is December 5. The admit card is expected to be released on December 20. The exam is scheduled to be held on January 4, 2026, in a single shift from 2 PM to 5 PM. XAT is known to be one of the most significant national-level entrance exams administered by Xavier School of Management on behalf of the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI). It is important to note that the fee to apply for XAT 2026 is Rs 2,200. However, the candidates will have to pay an additional fee of Rs 200 while applying for XLRI programs. Indian candidates applying for PGDM (GM) program through GMAT/GRE have to pay Rs 2500 and NRI/Foreign/PIO/OCI candidates who wish to apply for more than one program via GMAT have to pay Rs 5000. XAT Registrations: Cities expected to conduct XAT For more than 75 years, XLRI has been conducting XAT at a national level to identify the most suitable candidates for management education. Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Agra, Varanasi, Chennai, and Hyderabad are some of the cities where XAT examination will be held. It is advisable for the aspirants to attempt multiple mock tests available at the official website to thoroughly prepare for the exam. XAT Registrations: Steps for Registration For the convenience of the candidates, we have mentioned the steps via which the candidates can complete the registration process: Step 1. Go to the official website – Step 2. On the homepage, click of the 'register' link. Step 3. Enter all the required details and upload all necessary documents. Step 4. Verify your email address after completing the registration process. Step 5. Pay the required registration fee. Step 6. Download a copy of the form submitted for future reference.
