The XAT 2027 notification has been released by XLRI on 9th July 2026. As per the official notification, XAT registration 2027 will start from 15th July 2026. Here’s the complete timeline, so you know exactly what’s coming and when to act.
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When Will the XAT 2027 Notification Be Released?
XLRI has released the official notification on 9th July 2026. It confirms the XAT exam date, registration window, application fee, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and the list of participating institutes.
Also read: XAT Exam Date | XAT Notification | XAT Registration
Talk to a CL MBA counsellor about your XAT vs. CAT strategy and build a prep plan that works around the real timeline, not just the expected one.
XAT 2027 Registration Timeline
Here’s how the XAT 2027 registration timeline looks like:
| Event | Important Dates |
| Notification Release | 9th July 2026 |
| Registration Opens | 15th July 2026 |
| Registration Closes | 6th December |
| Admit Card Release | 20th December 2026 (Tentative) |
| XAT 2027 Exam Date | Sunday, January 3, 2027 |
| Result Declaration | Mid-to-late January 2027 |
The registration window typically stays open for about five months, but usually server load spikes in the final week and candidates scramble under fee-deadline pressure. Registering within the first 30 days of the window opening is the safest move.
How to Register for XAT 2027: Step-by-Step Process
Once the application form goes live on xatonline. Here’s what the process will look like:
- Visit xatonline.in and click “New Registration”
- Enter your name, email ID, and mobile number to generate a login
- Verify your account via the link sent to your email
- Log in and fill in personal, academic, and work-experience details
- Select your preferred exam cities (up to six, in order of preference)
- Choose whether you’re applying to XLRI’s own programs (BM, HRM, GMP) alongside XAT
- Upload your documents and pay the application fee online
Documents to keep ready before you start:
- Class 10, 12, and graduation mark sheets
- Date of birth and address proof
- Aadhaar card
- Scanned passport-size photograph and signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
XAT 2027 Application Fee and Cost Breakdown
There has been a change in the fee structure for XAT 2027 registration:
- Base XAT application fee: ₹2,300
- Additional fee per XLRI program (BM/HRM/GMP): ₹200 each
- Indian candidates applying to PGDM (GM) via GMAT/GRE: ₹2,600
- NRI/Foreign/PIO/OCI candidates applying via GMAT: ₹5,000
All payments are processed online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI, and are non-refundable.
Read XAT Exam Pattern 2027 in detail
XAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
XAT keeps eligibility deliberately simple compared to most MBA entrance exams:
- A bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration, in any discipline, from a recognised university
- No minimum percentage requirement
- Final-year students awaiting results can apply, provided their degree is confirmed by the specified date in the official notification
- No upper or lower age limit
Read XAT Eligibility 2027 in detail
XAT 2027 Exam Pattern at a Glance
XLRI hasn’t signalled any structural changes for 2027, so the XAT 2026 pattern is the best working reference:
| Part | Sections | Questions | Time |
| Part 1 | Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation | 75 | 170 minutes |
| Part 2 | General Knowledge | 20 | 10 minutes |
The exam runs for a total of 180 minutes in computer-based mode, typically from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in a single slot. The Decision Making section is what sets XAT apart from CAT, it’s not covered by standard quant or verbal prep, so it needs dedicated practice on its own. GK scores don’t count toward your overall percentile but do factor into XLRI’s final selection process.
Conclusion
The XAT 2027 notification is out. Students can check the registration process, document required, fee structure and the exam date, i.e, January 3, 2027. The candidates who are seriously aiming for XAT 2027 are advised to fill the form in the first week itself to avoid the last-minute hassle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has the XAT 2027 notification been released yet?
A: Yes, XLRI has released the official XAT 2027 notification on 9th July 2026 and the XAT registration will begin on 15th July 2026
Q: Is the XAT 2027 registration fee refundable?
A: No, the XAT 2027 registration fee, the ₹200 per-programme XLRI fee, and the GMAT/GRE application fee are all expected to be non-refundable, consistent with XAT’s fee policy in previous years. XLRI does not process refunds for incorrect submissions, changed plans, or candidates who don’t appear for the exam.
Q: Can I edit or correct my XAT 2027 application after submitting it?
A: XLRI is expected to open a short correction window for XAT 2027, tentatively in early December 2026, allowing candidates to fix errors in personal details and test city preference before the admit card is released. Details entered after final submission and payment generally cannot be changed outside this window.
Q: What documents are required for XAT 2027 registration?
A: XAT 2027 registration requires a recent passport-size photograph, a scanned signature, mark sheets for classes 10, 12, and graduation, a valid photo ID, and work experience or category certificates where applicable, all uploaded in the file size and dimension formats specified on xatonline.in.
Q: Can I register for XAT 2027 without applying to an XLRI programme?
A: Yes, XLRI programme selection is optional. The base ₹2,300 fee registers a candidate for the XAT exam and sends their score to any of the 250+ other B-schools that accept XAT. The additional ₹200 per programme applies only to candidates who also want to be considered for an XLRI programme (BM, HRM, or GMP) specifically.
Q: What’s the difference between XAT registration and applying to an XLRI programme?
A: XAT registration (₹2,300) is the base fee to sit the exam and have the score reported to any XAT-accepting B-school. Applying to an XLRI programme is a separate, optional add-on within the same form; it costs an extra ₹200 per programme and is only needed if a candidate wants to be considered for XLRI’s own BM, HRM, GMP, or PGDM (GM) programmes.
Q: How many exam city preferences can I select in the XAT 2027 form?
A: Based on XLRI’s own registration page, candidates can select up to 6 preferred test cities.
