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Hans India
22-07-2025
- 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:
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
XAT 2026 registration opens soon: How and when to apply at xatonline.in; check key dates here
The registration process for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 is expected to commence soon on the official website – Conducted by XLRI, Xavier School of Management on behalf of the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI), the XAT exam is a key gateway for admission into some of India's leading business schools. According to the official portal, the registration dates will be announced shortly. However, candidates who wish to appear for the exam are advised to keep essential documents ready and check the website regularly for updates. XAT 2026: Important dates Here are the key dates that aspirants must keep in mind while preparing for XAT 2026. Staying updated with the official schedule will help ensure timely registration and preparation. Event Date Last date to register November 30, 2025 Admit card release December 20, 2025 (Tentative) XAT 2026 exam date January 4, 2026 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM) How to register for XAT 2026 Eligible and interested candidates can follow the steps below to complete their online registration once the application window is active: Step-1 Go to Step-2 On the homepage, find and click the registration link for XAT 2026. Step-3 Provide your name, email ID, mobile number and other basic details to create your account. Step-4 You will receive a system-generated verification link via email or SMS. After verification, log in and fill in the complete application form. Step-5 Pay the application fee and make the payment through the available online payment modes. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 4BHK+Family Lounge+Utility room at 4.49Cr (All Incl)* ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo by Taboola by Taboola Step-6 Carefully review the form and click 'Submit'. Download the confirmation page and keep a printed copy for future reference. Exam centres for XAT 2026 XAT 2026 will be held across numerous cities in India to ensure accessibility for candidates from various regions. Some of the key cities where the exam will be conducted include: Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Aligarh, Allahabad, Amritsar, Aurangabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh/Mohali, Chennai, Coimbatore, Dehradun, Delhi-NCR, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Jamshedpur, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Vadodara, Varanasi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and many more. For the full list of test cities, candidates should refer to the official website or information bulletin once available. Important: Candidates should read all guidelines mentioned in the official XAT 2026 bulletin before applying and keeping all academic and identification documents ready in advance will help streamline the registration process for the applicants. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
