XAT 2026 Registration Deadline Extended: Apply Now for MBA Admission

The registration deadline for XAT 2026 has been extended to December 11, allowing MBA aspirants more time to apply. The exam will take place on January 4, 2026, and will be accepted by over 250 business schools across India. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria and pay the registration fee to secure their application. For more details on the application process and requirements, read the full article.

By Ambika Singh Dec 6, 2025, 15:20 IST

XAT 2026 Registration Update

XAT 2026: Great news for MBA aspirants! The Xavier School of Management (XLRI) in Jamshedpur has announced an extension for the XAT 2026 application deadline. You can now register until midnight on December 11th. If you haven't registered yet, visit the official website https://xatonline.in/ to complete your application.
The registration process commenced on July 10th this year. To finalize your registration, candidates must fill out the online application form, upload a recent photograph, signature, and a valid ID proof. Additionally, you need to choose your preferred test city and pay the exam fee before the deadline.

Admission to Numerous Business Schools

Admission to over 250 Business Schools
As per the XAT 2026 bulletin, the examination will take place in over 1000 cities across the country. More than 250 business schools will accept scores from this entrance exam for their admission processes. The exam is scheduled for January 4, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria for XAT 2026

XAT 2026: Eligibility

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. Final year students are eligible to apply provisionally. The eligibility criteria include: General Category candidates must have at least 50% aggregate marks, while Reserved Category candidates (SC/ST/PwD) require 45%.

Application Fee Details

Application Fee
The registration fee for XAT 2026 is set at Rs. 2200. An additional fee of Rs. 200 will be charged for each program you apply to.
For Indian students applying for XLRI's PGDM course via GMAT/GRE, the application fee is Rs. 2500.