The Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) closes registration for the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 today, December 5, 2025 . Prospective students must apply by 11:59 PM atxatonline.in. No deadline extension is expected for the postgraduate management exam.
XAT is a national-level entrance examination. It assesses candidates for admission to MBA and PGDM programs across XLRI and other associated management institutes for the 2026-27 academic year.
Key Details for XAT 2026 Registration
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | XAT 2026 Registration Deadline |
| Exam Name | Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) |
| Board Name | Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Official Website | xatonline.in |
| Application Portal | applications.xatonline.in |
| Stream | Management |
| Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| Programmes | MBA, PGDM |
| Registration Dates | July 10 – December 5, 2025 , till 11:59 PM |
| Credential Required | Login ID |
| Application Fee | INR 2200 |
How to Register for XAT 2026
Candidates must follow these steps to register for XAT 2026 online:
- Visit the official website:xatonline.in.
- Click on the ‘Registration’ button on the homepage.
- Enter your name, phone number, email ID, and password in the login window.
- Solve the captcha code.
- Verify registration through the email method.
- Provide academic details, personal information, and work experience.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Select preferred test cities.
- Review the complete application and check the declaration box.
- Pay the INR 2200 online application fee.
- Download the confirmation page for future reference.