XAT 2026 Registration to Begin Soon – Check Eligibility, Fees & How to Apply

XAT 2026 website publication has happened and the enrollment process is likely to follow suit in a short time. By past year’s habit, the registration of XAT 2026 should be around the corner and be available for being filled out next week. So, candidates wanting to take the XAT exam had better be ready and already at xatonline.in by the time the portal is up.

XAT 2026 slated for January 4, 2025. XLRI will publish the XAT 2026 examination timetable and start the registration process at the same moment.

XAT 2026 Exam Dates

XAT exam dates 2026 will be shared by XLRI at its official website. Check here tentative schedule:

XAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

To take the XAT exam, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

1. XAT 2026 candidate should at least possess a bachelor's degree of three years or equivalent duration in any discipline from a UGC recognized university.
2. Students in the last year of graduation are also eligible for XAT examination.
3. Also, there is no lower limit for XAT score, but for the MBA course, the candidate must have at least 50 percent for the General category and 45 percent for the Reserved category.

XAT Registration and Application Process 2026

The XAT Registration and Application Process is a one-time process. Below are the steps:

Step 1: Visit https://xatonline.in/

Step 2: Click on the "Registration" tab

Step 3: Enter your basic details (name, phone number, email, etc.) to create your account

Step 4: You will receive a unique XAT ID and a registration link in your email

Step 5: Click the link to verify your registration and log in

Step 6: Click on the XAT 2026 application form

Step 7: Enter all the requested details in the form and upload your photo and signature

Step 8: Select your test cities (in order of preference)

Step 9: Pay the XAT application fee using a credit/debit card, UPI, or online banking

XAT Exam Fee 2026

Please refer to the table below to know the amount payable when applying for XAT 2026. If a candidate wishes to apply for XLRI, they will have to pay an additional INR 200.