XAT 2026 Notification Released, Registration Started Today @xatonline.in

XAT 2026 Notification is out NOW—don’t wait, register early, and position yourself for success!

The XAT 2026 exam date has been announced by XLRI with the release of the XAT exam notification on July 10, 2025, at its official website –https://xatonline.in/. The XAT 2026 exam will be held on January 4, 2026, from 2 PM to 5 PM.

This XAT notification marks the beginning of the XAT 2026 registration process from July 10, 2025, onwards. All interested students can go to the official XAT website and apply for the same. The last date to fill out the XAT application form is said to be December 5, 2025, which may be extended further based on student demand.

Read the blog further to gain insights on XAT 2026 notification, which includes all the important information on the XAT exam— registration window, exam date, fee structure, and more.

XAT 2026 Exam Schedule

Also Check: XAT 2026 Eligibility

XAT 2026 Exam Registration – Special Rewards for Day 1 Applicants

XLRI continues its special Day 1 (July 10, 2025) incentives:

1. Two live Q&A sessions (one in late July, one in early August) with the XAT convenor, exam team, and toppers—teams of 200 selected attendees.
2. Private Telegram mentorship groups, led by XLRI students and staff—100 invitees (sessions in mid and late August).

These are top-tier chances for insider tips and peer guidance.

Direct Link For XAT 2026 Registration (Apply Here)

All serious XAT takers can now fill out the XAT 2026 application form on its official website. To ease your task, we have pinned the link below for the smooth conduct of your XAT 2026 registration. It is always advisable to complete your registration as soon as possible without unnecessary delays and keep the required documents handy while doing so. Have a look at the above-mentioned steps and complete your XAT registration without any hassle.

XAT 2026 Registration Process

Given below is the step-by-step XAT Registration Process 2026. All serious XAT takers must hurry and fill out the XAT application form to avoid any last-minute hassle:

1. Go to xatonline.in and click “New Registration”/“Register Online.”
2. Enter your name, email, mobile number, and set a password. You’ll receive a login ID via email and SMS.
3. Log in, then fill in personal, academic, work experience, and exam-city preferences.
4. If applying to XLRI programmes, choose your programme(s) (₹200 extra per programme).
5. Upload your photo (200×230 px, 20–50 KB) and signature (10–20 KB) as per specs.
6. Review the form carefully (no major edits allowed after submission).
7. Pay the fee online, submit your form, and then download and save the confirmation.

XAT Application Fee 2026

Note: Pay online using debit/credit card, net‑banking, UPI, wallets, etc.

XAT 2026 Exam Pattern (No Change)

• The XAT paper pattern and duration remain unchanged: 95 MCQs in 180 minutes, split across Decision Making, VA & LR, and QA & DI, plus 10 minutes for the General Knowledge section at the end.
• The XAT marking scheme includes +1 for correct answers, –0.25 for wrong answers, and –0.10 for 8 or more skipped questions in a row; GK is uncounted in the score.
• The essay writing section has been removed from the exam and will now appear during selection rounds.
• There are no TITA (Type In The Answer) questions—only pure MCQ format.

XAT 2026 Preparation Tips

• Focus on basics first – Start with simple examples to build strong fundamentals.
• Understand XAT syllabus & pattern – Know what each section demands before planning.
• Read questions carefully – Most answers are hidden in the way questions are framed.
• Start taking mocks early – Begin with 1–2 per week, then gradually increase.
• Solve previous year papers – Practice the last 5 years to understand trends and surprises.

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Best of Luck!!