Can I fill the XAT form first and pay the fee later?

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.

When will XAT registration commence?

As per the past exam trends, registration starts in the first week of July. XAT 2027 registration will likely begin in first week of July 2026.

What is the last date to apply for XAT?

XAT application window generally closes in the second week of December. For the XAT 2027 cycle, the registration would end in the second week of December 2026.

When should I start studying for the XAT exam?

One must start preparing for XAT around six to eight months in advance. This timeline allows sufficient time to cover syllabus and practice using mock tests before the exam.

What is the XAT 2027 exam date?

XAT exam is usually conducted on the first Sunday of January. Therefore, candidates can expect XAT 2027 to be held on January 3, 2027.

What is the XAT exam duration and slot?

XAT exam duration is 180 minutes in a single slot. Part 1 of XAT exam is conducted for 170 minutes, while Part 2 is held in last 10 minutes.

When will XAT results be announced?

XAT results are typically announced in mid-January. If past trends are followed, This exam is similar with the general expectation that scorecards.

When will the XAT admit card be released?

Admit cards are usually released in late December. For the XAT 2027 cycle, the documents are scheduled for release in the last week of December 2026. For XAT 2026, the admit cards were available for download prior to the January exam date

Is the XAT admit card sent by post?

XAT admit card is not sent by post to any candidate. The hall ticket is uploaded in the candidate's XAT dashboard, from where they can download it through login. Candidates are advised to download their XAT admit card as soon as it is released so that they can check the details for error and test centre location.

What is the dress code for XAT exam?

There is no specific dress code for XAT exam, but candidates must keep the following in mind: · Should not wear jackets and hoodies · Should not wear caps and headgears · Should not have metal in their clothing · Should not were accessories having metal · Should not wear high boots · Candidates with implants should seek special permission

What stationary items should I carry on XAT exam day?

Candidates must carry only a blue or black ball point pen on the XAT exam day, to sign the attendance sheet. They should not carry any other stationary item including books, note nooks, loose sheets, pencil, eraser, pencil bag, etc. to the test centre as everything else is prohibited.

XAT Exam Dates 2027: Registration, Admit Card, and Result Dates

XAT Exam Date 2027

3 Jan '27

Updated on Apr 19, 2026 23:57 IST

By Abhishek Dhawan, Assistant Manager – Editorial Content

Overview

XAT Exam Date 2027: XLRI Jamshedpur will conduct XAT 2027 exam on January 3. Candidates aspiring for MBA/PGDM admissions via XAT 2027 will be allowed to apply on the official website, xatonline.in. As per the expected XAT registration date, candidates will be allowed to fill the online application form starting second week of July, 2026. XAT 2027 registration window will be facilitated until the first week of December. XLRI notifies the XAT 2027 exam date, registration schedule, and admit card download date with the issuance of the exam notification.

Scroll down for more details on XAT 2027 exam dates along with past trends. Also check XAT registration dates, admit card download date, result dates, and more.

Table of contents

XAT Exam Dates and Schedule
XAT 2027 Notification Date
XAT Registration Dates 2027
XAT 2027 Admit Card Release Date
XAT Exam Dates 2027
XAT 2027 Result Date
FAQs Related to XAT exam

XAT Exam Dates and Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of XAT 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Jul ' 26 - Dec ' 26	XAT 2027 registration dates TENTATIVE
Sep ' 26	XAT 2027 mock test TENTATIVE
Oct ' 26	XAT 2027 form correction TENTATIVE
Oct ' 26	XAT 2027 mock test 2 TENTATIVE
Nov ' 26	XAT 2027 mock test 3 TENTATIVE
Dec ' 26	XAT 2027 admit card dates TENTATIVE
03 Jan ' 27	XAT Exam Date 2027
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XAT 2027 Notification Date

XLRI Jamshedpur releases XAT notification on its official website, xatonline.in. Candidates can find XAT 2027 exam date, registration schedule and admit card download date in the exam notification. XAT 2027 notification will also mention tentative XAT result date. Besides the schedule, XAT notification will also indicate an exam overview with changes in the exam structure (if any). Candidates find registration fee, and detailed process.

XAT Registration Dates 2027

DeskCalendar Registration: Jul ' 26 - Dec ' 26

XLRI Jamshedpur administers the XAT registration form online. Candidates need to fill and submit the XAT application form before the last date. Candidates filling XAT application form are also required to fill the application form for the participating institutes. To apply for XAT, candidates have to visit the official website of XAT exam, xatonline.in. Candidates have to register and create a login ID. Once the login credentials are live, candidates can proceed to fill XAT 2027 application form, followed by fee payment.

XLRI provides an application correction window for candidates to fix any mistakes made during the registration process. This allows candidates to log back in and update specific details after they have submitted the form.

XAT 2027 Admit Card Release Date

DeskCalendar Admit Card: Dec ' 26

Candidates who complete the registration process before the last date are issued the XAT admit card. Candidates need to carry a hard copy of the XAT 2027 admit card on the exam day. XAT hall ticket mentions exam details, including the test centre address, exam date, shift timing, and some important exam day instructions.

Since the admit card download link will be disabled after the exam, candidates must keep their XAT hall ticket safe until they have completed the entire admission process.

XAT Exam Dates 2027

XLRI Jamshedpur conducts XAT exam in a single shift. Candidates have to appear for XAT 2027 exam online from test centres. XLRI will conduct XAT 2027 in more than 100 test centres. XLRI conducts XAT exam every year on the first Sunday of January. Therefore, XAT 2027 will be conducted on January 3. XAT exam date is confirmed with the release of notification.

XAT 2027 exam is divided into two parts, with Part 1 having three sections and Part 2 having questions from General Knowledge. Candidates need to complete XAT Part 1 within 170 minutes. The remaining 10 minutes are provided for Part 2 of the XAT exam.

XAT Part 1 has the following sections:

Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning (VA & LR)
Decision Making (DM)
Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation (QA & DI)

XAT 2027 Result Date

DeskCalendar Result: Jan ' 27

XAT 2027 results are released within 15 days of the exam date. Candidates can check XAT result from the official website, xatonline.in. Candidates need their XAT user ID and password to check the result and download scorecard. Candidates have to download XAT scorecard within a specified timeline.

FAQs Related to XAT exam

Check some of the most frequently asked question on XAT 2027 exam dates below:

Q: What is the XAT syllabus?

XAT syllabus includes all important topics related to Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation and General Knowledge.

Q: How can I prepare for XAT by self study?

If you are planning to prepare for XAT exam by self study, you need to start early. At least six months before. XAT exam is conducted on the first Sunday of January every year. So, if you start preparing for the XAT in June or July, you will have good six months to prepare. Make a preparation plan that includes XAT syllabus coverage, problem solving sessions, mock tests and revision. Get hold of best books for XAT. Consult mentors or previous year toppers for selecting the best books for preparation. Join online study groups where you can get the help of mentors and peers for problem solving and clearing of doubts in topics. Work in tough topics first and then move to easier topics.

Solve a large number and variety of XAT mock tests to master the syllabus. You will need to do a rigorous work on XAT mock tests as for candidates who opt for self study, have to rely on practice.

Q: Can I submit XAT application form offline?

There is no provision to submit XAT application form online. The process to register for XAT exam is completely online. All the activities are conducted online at the xatonline.in website such as registration, form filling, fee payment. Candidates can fill the XAT application form on a desktop/laptop/tablet or any device with internet. Fee payment is to be done through debit/credit card or net banking.

Q: Is there any negative marking in the XAT exam?

Yes, the XAT exam has negative marking of -0.25 marks for wrong attempt. Unanswered questions have no negative marking but if there are 8 consecutive unanswered questions, 0.10 marks will be deducted.

Thus, the candidates must select questions to solve very carefully in the XAT exam. They should solve only those questions which they know they can solve accurately. The XAT exam has sectional time limit too, so you may not want to waste time on a question that you cannot solve accurately.

You stand to lose both time and marks. So be careful in selecting questions in the XAT exam. The sectional cut off for XAT is usually 80 percent accuracy. Practice a lot of mock tests to develop this skill.

Q: What is the duration of the XAT exam?

XAT exam was held for 3 hours and 30 minutes. However, with the revision of exam pattern, it was held for 3 hours in 2025. There is sectional time-limit in the test. 170 minutes are allotted to Part 1 comprising Decision Making, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation and Verbal Ability. Part 2 has General Knowledge section to be solved in 10 minutes. No bio-break is allowed during the exam. Candidates have to finish the test in the given time limit only. The test screen will move from part 1 to part 2 the moment 170 minutes get over and once the 10 minutes of part 2 will be over, the test window will be locked. Candidates must keep saving their entries after every attempt as there is no provision in XAT to go back and review your answers once the time limit for that part is over.

Q: Can XAT preparation be done with only mock test practice?

If a candidate has appeared for the XAT exam before and is only attempting again for score improvement, then they can prepare for it with mock tests only. But if a candidate is appearing for the XAT exam for the first time and is not familiar with the syllabus, they cannot prepare with XAT mock tests only. XAT syllabus coverage is necessary before starting XAT mock test practice.

Q: What is the ideal time to start XAT mock test practice?

Ideal time to start XAT mock test practice is after covering the syllabus. When you're thorough with all the concepts and formulae, you will be able to solve all types of questions in the XAT mock test. XAT exam is conducted in January first week, so one should start mock test practice in November and dedicate two months to it.

Q: Are six months enough to prepare for XAT?

Yes six months are enough to prepare for XAT if you plan it well. You will need about 8 hours every day for it. Use first four months to cover exam syllabus and last two months for practice.

Q: Is XAT syllabus same as CAT syllabus?

XAT syllabus for Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude are same as CAT syllabus. Decision Making and General Knowledge syllabus are not a part of CAT syllabus. Thus, XAT aspirants have to study more than CAT aspirants, which is why one needs to have a XAT specific preparation plan in order to score above 95 percentile.