XAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines, Dress Code & Important Instructions
Xavier Aptitude Test 2026 ( XAT )
Exam On - 3 Jan '27
XAT 2026 exam is scheduled on January 4, 2026. XLRI has released the admit card of registered candidates. Check here XAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines, Dress Code & Important Instructions.
XAT 2026 important instructions
XAT 2026 will be conducted in 109 cities across India on January 4, 2026. The exam will be conducted in computer based test mode at designated test centres. Candidates will be required to follow some guidelines during the exam, which are mentioned in the XAT 2026 admit card.
The XAT exam 2026 will be conducted under CCTV surveillance. Candidate identification will be done at the entry to ensure there is no cheating, impersonation or malpractice. Read below key XAT 2026 exam day guidelines, dress code and important instructions.
- XAT 2026 Exam Timings
- XAT 2026 Exam Day Dress Code
- XAT 2026 Important Instructions
XAT 2026 Exam Timings
XAT 2026 will be of 180 minutes with sectional time limit. But there will be no break in between. If any candidate will need bio break, they may be permitted but time lost will not be compensated. Check below the XAT exam timings for January 4.
| Exam Start Time |
Exam End Time |
Reporting Time |
Gate Closing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM |
5:00 PM |
12:30 PM |
1:50 PM |
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Every candidate is informed by XLRI Jamshedpur about their selection via email. The interview round is held in February-March and the offer letter are sent to selected candidates in April-May. Those who would not receive the confirmation letter, may consider that they are not selected for admission. Candidates must keep a check on their emails. They must keep checking spam folders too. It is also very important use the correct and fully functional email ID for XAT registration as that is the main contact point for communication from the institute.
The admission authorities will consider both sectional and overall XAT score while shortlisting candidates for group discussion and personal interview round of XLRI admission. Candidates must perform well in all the sections of XAT exam as well as in the for group discussion and personal interview to be selected for admission.
No it is not allowed. On scree calculator can be used during the exam. Candidates who are more comfortable using pen and paper for calculations can opt for that too.
XAT 2027 exam is expected to be conducted on January 3, 2027. XLRI, Jamshedpur, conducts XAT exam every year on the first sunday of the year.
XAT 2026 Exam Day Dress Code
There is no specific dress code for XAT exam day but candidates are advised to wear clothes without large pockets. Check below a few guidelines related to XAT 2026 exam day dress code:
| XAT Dress Code |
|
|---|---|
| Caps and headgears |
Not allowed |
| Jackets and hoodies |
Not allowed |
| Metal jewellery and accessories |
Not allowed |
| High boots and shoes |
Not allowed |
| Socks, plain pullovers, sweaters, and cardigans without pockets |
Allowed |
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XAT 2026 Important Instructions
For a smooth passage of the exam day, candidates must know what to do and what not to do. Here are some important instructions for XAT 2026 candidates:
- Carry two colour print outs of XAT 2026 admit card. Affix a recent photo on it.
- Carry any one of the following photo ID proofs -
- Aadhaar card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- College/University ID
- Driver's License
- Reach your XAT 2026 test centre as per the reporting time mentioned on admit card.
- Carry a blue/black ball point pen. No other stationary item will be allowed.
- Cooperate with XAT test centre staff during identification and frisking process.
- Present the documents for verification when asked.
- Read the instruction on XAT test form properly before starting the test.
- Save your answer options before moving to next question.
- Yu can use rough sheets or onscreen calculator
- Electronic items such as phone, watch, calculator, bluetooth device, earphones, etc. are prohibited inside the XAT exam centre so don’t carry any.
- Do not carry bags or valuables as there will be no arrangement of bag deposit.
- Do not disturb other candidates during the test.
- Don’t leave the test lab before the exit process has started.
- Leave the rough paper used for calculation with the invigilator.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 5 days ago
After XAT exam is conducted successfully, XLRI releases XAT answer keys with response sheet. However, candidates need to login to download XAT answer keys.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
The percentile needed for admission would depend on the category you belong to. JAGSoM accepts various entrance examinations for admission to the MBA/PGDM course, like CAT, XAT, MAT, etc.
As per the estimated XAT cutoff in 2026, a percentile of 70 would be good enough to secure a chance at admission
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
XIM University XAT cutoff 2026 was released for admission to the MBA course and its specialisations, namely MBA in Rural Management and MBA in Sustainability Management.
General AI category students need to have a percentile of at least 90 to be considered eligible for admission.
Note - The cutoff d
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
IMT Ghaziabad official cutoff information are not released on a public platform, and students can view the cutoff using their registered login ID and password. Based on the past years' trend, the XAT 2026 estimated cutoff is in the range of 90 to 92 for the General AI category students.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, apart from CAT, the International Management Institute, New Delhi, also accepts the XAT score for admission to its PGDM courses. Only the shortlisted candidates are invited to the Individual Assessment Process (Essay Writing and Personal Interview, etc.) for final admission. The institute also
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Final selection will be based on performance in BAAT, PI, and CAT/XAT/GMAT. BITS will also consider prior work experience, and academic history.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Yes, Global Institute of Business Studies does accept scores from exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, and CMAT. They take these exams into consideration for admissions, so you don't have to worry about only one exam. It gives you flexibility to apply with the scores you already have and increases your chances
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 weeks ago
Apart from NMAT scores, UPES Dehradun offers admission to the MBA course based on XAT scores. As per the XAT 2023 cutoff, candidates having a minimum of 50 Percentile for the General category All India Quota were eligible for UPES Dehradun admissions.
UPES Dehradun offers MBA in International Busines
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT scores are valid for KIITEE MBA. Candidates applying online will be required to submit copies of their mark sheets and other supporting documents.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Standard books useful across these exams include Quantitative Aptitude by Arun Sharma or R.S. Aggarwal, Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha, and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis for building a strong vocabulary.
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