The XAT 2027 examinationwill be conducted on January 3, 2027, and will serve as the gateway for admission to MBA and other postgraduate management programmes offered by XLRI Jamshedpur and numerous other leading management institutes across India.
Candidates aspiring to pursue an MBA through XAT are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline and carefully read the official instructions before submitting the form.
XAT 2027 Registration Window Opens on July 15
XLRI will officially launch the XAT 2027 online registration process on July 15, 2026 through the official examination portal.
The online application form will include:
- Candidate registration
- Personal information
- Academic qualifications
- Work experience (if applicable)
- Upload of required documents
- Test city selection
- Fee payment
The detailed examination schedule, including important deadlines, will also be published along with the registration notification.
XAT 2027 Exam Date Announced
The XAT 2027examination is scheduled to be held on:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| XAT 2027 Registration Starts | July 15, 2026 |
| XAT 2027 Mock Test | September 29, 2026 |
| XAT 2027 Examination | January 3, 2027 |
| Answer Key Release | January 13, 2027 |
| Cut-off Announcement | January 31, 2027 |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Scorecard Release | To Be Announced |
Candidates should regularly check the official portal for updates regarding admit cards and other important announcements.
Who Can Apply for XAT 2027?
Candidates fulfilling the following eligibility criteria can apply:
- Must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
- Students currently pursuing the final year of their Bachelor's degree are also eligible to apply.
There is no minimum percentage requirement for appearing in the XAT examination itself. However, many management institutes accepting XAT scores may prescribe a minimum of 50% marks in graduation as part of their admission eligibility criteria.
XAT 2027 to Be Conducted Across More Than 100 Cities
XLRI will conduct the XAT 2027 examination in over 100 cities across India.
During the application process, candidates will be able to select their preferred examination city from the available options. Test centre allocation will be made based on candidate preferences and seat availability.
Applicants are advised to submit the application early to improve their chances of securing their preferred test city.
How to Apply for XAT 2027
Candidates can complete the application process by following these steps:
1. Visit the official website www.xatonline.in.
2. Click on the Registration option.
3. Enter:
o Name
o Mobile Number
o Email ID
o Password
o Captcha Code
4. Submit the registration form.
5. A unique XAT ID and verification link will be sent to the registered email address.
6. Verify the registration by clicking on the link.
7. Complete the online application form by entering:
o Personal details
o Academic qualifications
o Work experience (if applicable)
8. Upload:
o Recent passport-size photograph
o Scanned signature
o Valid Photo Identity Proof
9. Select preferred test cities.
10. Verify all details carefully.
11. Accept the declaration.
12. Pay the application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
13. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
XAT 2027 Application Fee
The application fee for XAT 2027 has been announced as follows:
| Particular | Fee |
|---|---|
| XAT 2027 Application Fee | ₹2,200 |
| Additional Fee for XLRI PI Shortlisting | ₹200 |
Candidates opting for admission to XLRI programmes through the Personal Interview (PI) process will need to pay the additional fee while submitting the application.
Documents Required for XAT 2027 Registration
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the application process:
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Valid Photo Identity Proof
- Graduation Details
- Work Experience Details (if applicable)
- Valid Email ID
- Mobile Number
- Online Payment Facility
Uploading clear and correctly formatted documents will help avoid application rejection.
Minimum Graduation Marks
One of the major advantages of XAT is that there is no minimum graduation percentage required to appear for the examination.
However, candidates should note that many institutes accepting XAT scores may independently prescribe a minimum graduation score of 50% during the admission process.
Applicants should therefore verify the eligibility criteria of their preferred management institutes separately.
Candidates Advised to Apply Early
As the XAT 2027 Registration Window opens tomorrow, candidates are encouraged to complete the registration process at the earliest instead of waiting until the final days.
Early registration allows applicants sufficient time to:
- Correct any errors in the application.
- Upload documents without technical issues.
- Choose preferred examination cities.
- Complete fee payment successfully.
Timely submission also minimizes the risk of website congestion closer to the deadline.
XAT 2027 Admission Process Begins
With the launch of the registration process, the admission cycle for one of India's most prestigious MBA entrance examinations officially begins. Thousands of MBA aspirants from across the country are expected to register for XAT 2027, which opens the door to admissions at XLRI Jamshedpur and several other reputed business schools.
Candidates should regularly visit the official website for the latest notifications regarding registration deadlines, admit card release, examination guidelines, answer key, results, and admission process.