XAT 2027 Registration
Dates, Exam Highlights & Eligibility by XLRI
XAT 2027
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XAT 2027 Registration Starts July 15, 2026 — Register Early for Preferred City
XAT 2027 Exam Date — Jan 3, 2027 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
Exam Date
Jan 3, 2027
Top Colleges
XLRI, XIMB...
Quick Notifications
- XAT Exam DateJan 3, 2027
- Registration OpensJuly 15, 2026
- Registration ClosesDecember 6, 2026
- Result DeclarationMid-Jan 2027
XAT 2027
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What is XAT 2027 Exam?
The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of XAMI members. It is a premier gateway for admission into MBA/PGDM programmes.
XAT scores are accepted by over 250 top B-schools across India, including XLRI, XIM University, XIME, LIBA, TAPMI, IMT, Great Lakes, and MICA. XAT is a unique single-slot exam ensuring fairness with no normalisation issues.
Unique Features: Decision Making section, no sectional time limits in Part 1, single-slot exam (fairness), held after CAT.
Official Exam Schedule 2027
| Event Name | Confirmed Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | July 15, 2026 |
| Registration Closes | December 6, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | December 20, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Date | Sunday, January 3, 2027 |
| Answer Key / Response Sheet | Early-mid January 2027 |
| Result Declaration | Mid-to-late January 2027 |
XAT 2027 Exam Pattern & Marking
Computer-Based Test with 95 MCQs
95 MCQs
Total questions spread across 4 sections (VALR, DM, QA & DI, GK).
180 Minutes
170 mins for Part 1, 10 mins for Part 2 (GK).
Negative Marking
Correct +1, Incorrect -0.25 (Part 1). Unattempted penalties apply.
CBT Mode
Computer-Based Test at Centres across 100+ cities.
Detailed Sectional Distribution
| Part | Name | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning (VALR) | 26 | Part 1 |
| Part 1 | Decision Making (DM) | 21 | Part 1 |
| Part 1 | Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation (QA & DI) | 28 | Part 1 |
| Part 2 | General Knowledge (GK) | 20 | 10 Min |
| Total | 95 | 180 Min | |
Note: GK scores are not included in overall XAT percentile calculation, used only by XLRI during final selection.
Syllabus Deep-Dive
Detailed breakdown of topics covered in the XAT 2027 Examination cycle.
Verbal & Logical Reasoning
Tests your comprehension and analytical reasoning abilities.
- ▶Reading Comprehension
- ▶Critical & Analytical Reasoning
- ▶Vocabulary & Grammar
- ▶Para Jumbles & Cloze tests
Decision Making (DM)
A unique section testing ethical and situational dilemmas.
- ▶Situational/Ethical dilemmas
- ▶Business & personal scenarios
- ▶Caselets & Prioritization
- ▶Stakeholder analysis
QA, DI & GK
Evaluates mathematical aptitude, data analysis, and general awareness.
- ▶Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry
- ▶Data Tables, Charts, Graphs, Caselets
- ▶Static GK (~8 Qs)
- ▶Current Affairs (~12 Qs)
2027 Eligibility Criteria
Standard requirements for XAT
Academic & Age Profile
- ✓Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration (or equivalent).
- ✓No minimum percentage required for appearing.
- ✓Final-year graduation candidates are eligible to apply.
- ✓There is no upper age limit and no restriction on attempts.
Work Experience & Others
- ✓Work experience is not mandatory; freshers are welcome.
- ✓CA/CS/ICWA qualification holders are also eligible.
- ✓NRI/Foreign candidates typically apply via GMAT.
How to Register for XAT 2027
Step-by-step online registration process at xatonline.in
01
Create Account
Visit xatonline.in and register with your basic details and verify email.
02
Fill Application
Enter personal, academic details, and select preferred test cities.
03
Upload Files
Upload photograph & signature as per the specific size format (max 1MB).
04
Pay Fee
Pay the base registration fee of ₹2,300 (+ XLRI program fees if applicable).
Unlock Fee Structure
Register free to unlock complete fee details & eligibility
Ready to Start?
Registration for XAT 2027 closes on December 6, 2026. Note that early registrants get priority for preferred exam cities.
Register for 2027XAT 2027 FAQs
Verified answers to common queries regarding the 2027 XAT admission cycle.
Still have questions? Verify via the official portal at xatonline.in