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XAT 2027 exam will be held on January 3, 2027. Registration process will start in July 2026. The exam is conducted in computer based mode at designated test centres in nearly 100 cities across India. The exam duration is 180 minutes. Read here about XAT exam 2027 such as dates, application, fees, syllabus, preparation, pattern, question papers.

XAT 2027 exam will be held on January 3, 2027. Registration process will start in July 2026. Read here about XAT exam 2027 such as dates, application, fees, syllabus, preparation, pattern, question papers.

XAT 2027

XAT 2027 exam

Xavier Aptitude Test or XAT is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur for admission its MBA programmes. The exam is conducted annually on the first Sunday of the year. XAT 2027 will be held on January 3, 2027. Registration process for it will begin in July 2026. XLRI will officially release the exam schedule along with the application form.

The XAT exam is conducted in computer based mode at designated test centres in nearly 100 cities across India. The exam duration is 180 minutes. Questions will be in MCQ format. XAT syllabus includes Verbal Ability-Logical Reasoning,

Table of contents
  • XAT 2027 Exam Dates
  • XAT 2027 Registration Process
  • XAT Eligibility Criteria 2027
  • XAT Syllabus 2027 - Section-wise Topics
  • XAT Exam Pattern
  • XAT Preparation Tips for 2027
  • XAT 2027 Admit Card
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XAT 2027 Exam Dates

XAT 2027 exam dates will be announced in July 2026. Check below tentative schedule.

XAT Events

XAT 2027 Dates

XAT 2027 registration starts

First week of July 2026

XAT 2027 registration ends

Second week of December 2026

Release of XAT admit card 2027

Last week of December 2026

XAT exam 2027

03-Jan-2027

XAT 2027 answer key release and challenge

Second week of January 2027

XAT 2027 result announcement

Third week of January, 2027

Also Read: XAT exam dates

Q:   Do I need to fill XLRI form separately for admission through XAT?
A:

Candidates planning to take admission to XLRI Jamshedpur need not fill a separate form. The XAT application form includes a field in which the candidates have to select XLRI course in which they want to take admission.

However, candidates can select only XLRI Jamshedpur as a preferred college in the XAT application form. There is no option of selecting other XAT accepting colleges in the application form. For XAMI member institutes or other MBA colleges accepting XAT score for admission, you will be required to register separately on their respective official websites when the applications open. Most of the XAMI institutes start MBA application process after XAT result declaration. However, keep a check on the admission schedule of your target college, so that you don’t miss the application deadline.

Q:   How to select test centres in XAT application form?
A:

The option to select test centre is not there in the XAT application form, but candidates can select cities where they can appear for the exam. XAT is conducted in about 79-80 cities across India and candidates get the option to choose two cites for centre allotment. They have to make this choice in the XAT application form. In the XAT application form, there is one field in which you have to select the test cities, you can simply select the cities of your choice from the drop down. The exam conducting authorities will allot a test centre in the city of first choice to every student. In case, the seat get filled in the centre of a particular city, the seat will be allotted to remaining candidates in the city selected as second option. The centre allotment is done on first come first serve basis. Candidates must fill the XAT application form and submit it as soon as they can so that they are allotted a centre in the city of their choice.

Q:   What are the documents required for filling the XAT application form?
A:

When filling XAT application form, you will need:

  • Class 10, 12 and Graduation marksheet
  • Date of Birth proof
  • Address proof
  • Aadhaar card
  • Category certificate 
  • Scanned photo and signature

XAT 2027 Registration Process

XAT 2027 registration and application form will be released at xatonline website. Check below, XAT exam registration cum application process:

  • Open XAT 2027 website:https://xatonline.in/
  • Click on 'Registration'
  • Select new user and enter basic details to create login
  • A unique XAT ID and registration link will be shared in email ID
  • Upon clicking the link you will be taken to XAT login dashboard
  • Click on XAT 2027 application form
  • Enter personal and academic details
  • Upload photo and signature
  • Select test cities for centre allotment
  • Mention work experience (if any)
  • Select XLRI Jamshedpur (optional)
  • Pay the XAT application fee via credit/debit card, UPI or net banking

XAT Exam Fee

XAT application form will be submitted only when the fee payment is complete. Check below fee amount for XAT 2027.

Particulars

Amount

XAT fee

INR 2200

XLRI application fee

INR 200

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XAT Eligibility Criteria 2027

  • Graduation in any stream or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
  • Final year graduation students are also eligible to appear for XAT exam.
  • There is no minimum score requirement for XAT.

Also Read: XAT Eligibility Criteria, Age Limit, Reservation Criteria, Work Experience

Q:   Is there any process to apply for multiple XAT accepting colleges through one form?
A:

There is no process of applying for multiple XAT accepting colleges through one form because there is no common counselling for XAT. Candidates have to apply to the colleges of their choice individually. They must keep in mind the application last date so they don't miss out on it. Also, they must check the admission cut offs and selection criteria.

Q:   How many cities can I select in the XAT application form?
A:

Candidates have to option to select two cities for allotment of XAT exam centre. The exam is held in 79 cities across India and you can choose any two cities as per your choice. While selecting the test cities for exam centre allotment, candidates must note the following:

  • Select your home city or the city of your current residence as your first city of preference.
  • Select the second city of preference as the one to which you can easily make arrangement of travel and stay in case you are allotted a centre there.
  • The exam authorities strive to allot the exam centre in the city of first preference.
  • At the same time, they have the right to cancel an exam centre in case there is not enough number of students or due to any other unforeseen situation.
Q:   Can I fill the XAT form first and pay the fee later?
A:

Yes, you can fill the form first and pay the fee later. Once the XAT registration ID is created, candidate's details get saved in the accounts. They can login anytime and fill the application form and pay the fee. However, they need to complete the process before the last date of form submission and fee payment. It is advised that candidates pay the XAT fee on the same day as form filling.

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XAT Syllabus 2027 - Section-wise Topics

XAT syllabus includes important topics from Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Decision Making and GK. Check the table below of topics to prepare.

Sections

XAT Syllabus Topics

Verbal and Logical Ability

Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Analogy, Para Jumble, Grammar, Critical Reasoning, Fill in the Blanks

Decision Making

Seating Arrangement, Logical Sequencing, Assumptions, Premises, Conclusions, etc.

Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation

Tables and Caselets, Percentage, Surds and Indices, Algebra, Mensuration, Bar Diagrams, Pie Charts, etc.

General Knowledge

Science, Economy, Business, Politics, Static GK, Sports, Prize and Award, World, Government, Constitution of India, etc.

XAT Exam Pattern

XAT exam pattern is similar to other MBA entrance exams but has a distinct marking scheme. Check the highlights of XAT exam pattern as shared by XLRI below:

XAT Exam Structure

Details

Exam mode

Computer Based Test

Exam sections

Part 1: Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation (170 minutes)

Part 2: General Knowledge (10 minutes)

Duration of exam

180 minutes

Number of questions

95

Total marks

95

Question Type

MCQ

Number of answer choices

Four

XAT marking scheme

+1 mark for correct answer

- 0.25 marks for incorrect answer

- 0.10 marks for more than 8 un-attempted questions

No negative marking in GK section

XAT Preparation Tips for 2027

To crack XAT exam with 95+ percentile start preparation early on. You will need about 6 to 8 months to prepare for XAT 2027 as it is a high difficulty level exam. The XAT preparation plan should include phase wise syllabus coverage and mock test practice. Check below some key articles for XAT preparation:

XAT Preparation Articles

XAT Preparation Plan for Decision Making

XAT Preparation Plan for Verbal & Logical Ability

XAT Preparation Plan for Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation

Best books for XAT preparation

How to prepare for XAT exam in 6 months

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The XAT admit card will be available for download in the second week of December 2026. Given below is the process to download hall ticket:

  • Go to XAT 2027 website
  • Click on 'download admit card' tab 
  • Enter user ID and date of birth
  • Login and go to admit card option
  • Click on download and save it as pdf
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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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Loveleen Sharma

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Answered 6 days ago

It might be difficult to get admission at XIME Kohchi with 88% in XAT. The institute accepts a 99.99% in XAT. However, these rules may change in the future; students are recommended to visit the Shiksha official page for the latest updates. 

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Answered a week ago

Candidates can apply by selecting the course and campus option while filling out the XAT application form. There is no separate application form for XLRI courses.

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Abhishek Dhawan

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Answered a week ago

XLRI Jamshedpur officially releases the XAT registration and application form. It is made available online on their official exam website, xatonline.in. Candidates must register on this portal to apply for the exam and for XLRI admission

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Akansha Goyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

The XAT application process is facilitated online. Candidates must visit the official website to register, fill the form, upload scanned documents, and pay the exam fee.

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Rohini Bisht

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

Candidates holding a bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised university can apply for XAT exam. Final year graduation students are also eligible to apply.

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Jaya Katariya

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

Candidates can complete the XAT registration by generating a XAT ID, filling academic and personal details, uploading scanned documents, selecting test cities, and successfully paying the application fee online.

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Loveleen Sharma

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

Yes, candidates must separately fill the admission forms of other XAT accepting colleges. There is no option to choose multiple colleges other than XLRI in the XAT form.

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Vikram Tyagi

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

No, candidates do not need to fill separate application form. The XAT application form has an optional field to select the preferred XLRI courses. Candidates have to pay an additional fee for the same.

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Dhanya Shekhar

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

Candidates cannot select a specific test centre for XAT exam, but they can choose two test city preferences from a drop-down menu during registration. Authorities allot XAT centres based on these preferences on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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Nikita Saxena

Contributor-Level 7