XAT 2027: XLRI Begins Xavier Aptitude Test Registration From Today At xatonline.in; Key Dates And Fee Details Here

XAT Registration 2027: Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur, has started the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2027 registration portal today, July 15, 2026. If you are planning to target XLRI Jamshedpur or any of the 250+ accepting B-schools, it's smart to get a head start. In fact, XLRI has explicitly noted that candidates who submit their application early will receive their test city confirmation by August 5, 2026.

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XAT 2027 Key Dates:

Keep these critical timelines on your radar so you don’t miss any deadlines:

XAT 2027 Fee Structure:

Unlike many other national exams, XAT maintains a uniform fee structure with no category-based concessions (General, SC, ST, OBC, and PwD all pay the same base fee).

XAT Base Registration Fee: Rs 2,200 – Rs 2,300 (depending on portal processing).

XLRI Programme Fee: An additional Rs 200 – Rs 300 per specific program (e.g., BM or HRM) you wish to apply for.

GMAT/GRE Route (Indian Candidates for PGDM-GM): Rs 2,500 – Rs 2,600.

Foreign / NRI Candidates via GMAT: Rs 5,000.

Important Note: All fees must be paid online via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI. The fee is completely non-refundable under any circumstances.

XAT Registration 2027: How to Apply?

XAT 2027 application form will be available in online mode only. Given below is the process to register and apply for the exam:

1. Visit xatonline.in and click on the 'Registration' option

2. Enter name, phone number, email ID, password and captcha code

3. A unique XAT ID and registration link will be shared on the verified email ID

4. Click on the link to verify registration

5. XAT 2027 application form will be displayed

6. Add academic details, personal details and work experience

7. Upload passport-size photo, scanned signature and a photo ID

8. Select test cities for exam centre allotment

9. Cross-check details and check the declaration box

10. Pay XAT exam fees via debit/credit card or net banking

Apply Direct Link: XAT Registration 2026

Quick Prep Strategy Check

The XAT pattern features a distinct structure compared to the CAT. It includes Decision Making (DM) and a General Knowledge section, alongside Verbal and Quant. Furthermore, it penalizes excessive unattempted questions (a small deduction of -0.10 marks applies per question after 8 consecutive skips).

Make sure your study plan incorporates slot-wise previous-year papers to adapt to this marking scheme early

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About XAT Exam:

The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of XAMI members for over 75 years, is one of India's most trusted national-level entrance exams for admission to MBA/PGDM programs.

Through its unique approach to assessing decision-making and critical thinking skills, XAT helps identify future business leaders by looking well beyond mere academic aptitude.

Accepted by over 250 top-tier B-schools and conducted in more than 100 cities across India, it stands as one of the most accessible and widely administered entrance exams for MBA/PGDM programs.