The Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur, will soon release the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 admit cards. The examination is scheduled for January 4, 2026 . Candidates must download their admit cards from the official website,xatonline.in, when they become available.
Based on previous years’ trends, the XAT 2026 hall tickets are expected in late December 2025 or early January 2026 . An earlier estimate anticipated the release on December 20, 2025. Students preparing for postgraduate management programs should monitor the official portal for the exact release date.
XAT 2026 Examination Overview
The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a national-level entrance examination. The Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI) oversees the test. XLRI Jamshedpur serves as the conducting body. XAT is for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programs for the 2026-27 academic year.
Exam Details at a Glance
| Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | XLRI, Jamshedpur |
| Official Website | xatonline.in |
| Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| Programmes Offered | MBA, PGDM |
| Exam Date | January 4, 2026 |
| Exam Shift | 2:00 PM – 5:25 PM |
| Exam Duration | 205 minutes (3 hours and 25 minutes) |
| Exam Mode | Online, Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Cities | 109 cities nationwide |
Exam Sections
The XAT 2026 exam includes four main sections. These sections assess different aptitudes crucial for management studies. The exam includes Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning (VA & LR), Decision Making (DM), Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation (QA & DI), and General Knowledge (GK).
How to Download the XAT 2026 Admit Card
Candidates must follow a specific process to download their XAT 2026 admit card. The process requires logging into the official XAT portal. Students should ensure they have their login credentials ready.
- Visit the official website:xatonline.in.
- Locate and click the link for ‘Admit Card’.
- Enter your registration ID and password in the login window.
- Navigate to the candidate dashboard and select the ‘Admit Card’ tab.
- The XAT 2026 Hall Ticket will appear on the screen.
- Review all details printed on the admit card for accuracy.
- Download the admit card and print a hard copy for exam day use.
Exam Day Requirements
Carrying a printed copy of the admit card is mandatory. Exam centers will not permit entry with a soft copy (digital version) of the hall ticket. Candidates must also bring a valid photo identification document. A recent passport-size photograph is also required. Ensure all documents are original and clear.
Candidates should verify critical information on their admit card. Check your name, photograph, signature, roll number, exam date, time, and allotted test center address. Report any discrepancies immediately to the XLRI authorities. Timely action prevents issues on exam day.
Students should check the official XAT website regularly for updates. Important announcements regarding admit card release or exam day guidelines will be posted there.