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Registration opens July 15, 2026

Applicants can begin registering for XAT 2027 on this date.

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Early registration benefits

Candidates registering on July 15 will be allotted their preferred exam city, with confirmation by August 5, 2026.

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Convenor’s announcement

Dr Rahul Shukla emphasized XAT’s role as a trusted gateway to quality management education.

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Eligibility criteria

Open to graduates from any discipline, regardless of prior work experience.

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Preparation support

XLRI will provide mock tests, live webinars with the convenor, and sessions with past toppers.

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Exam format

Conducted in a single session without score normalisation, serving as an entrance for MBA and PGDM programmes at XLRI and other institutes.