XLRI Jamshedpur, on behalf of the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI), will open registrations for XAT 2027 on 15 July 2026. This marks the beginning of the admission process for thousands of MBA and PGDM aspirants seeking entry into over 250 leading business schools across India.
Key Benefit for Early Applicants
As a new initiative for XAT 2027, applicants who register on the opening day, 15 July 2026, will be allotted their first preferred test city. Confirmation of the allotted test city will be shared by 5 August 2026. This gives early applicants more time to plan logistics and focus on preparation.
XAT's Legacy and Reach
Conducted by XLRI for over 75 years, XAT has built a reputation for credibility, fairness, and transparency. It is among the most preferred entrance exams for MBA/PGDM admissions, accepted by more than 250 B-Schools and held across over 100 cities in India, making it one of the widest-reaching entrance tests for management education in the country.
Official Statement
Dr. Rahul Shukla, Convenor of XAT 2027, said, "For decades, XAT has been a trusted gateway for aspirants who seek quality management education and meaningful career opportunities. What makes XAT valuable is not only the institutions it opens doors to, but also the way it identifies students with the ability to think independently, make sound decisions and grow into responsible management professionals. For XAT 2027, we will continue to build on this value while introducing initiatives that support aspirants through their preparation and make their test-taking journey more reassuring and student-friendly."
Eligibility and Preparation Support
XAT is open to graduates from any academic background, with or without work experience, making it suitable for a wide mix of aspirants. The exam supports preparation through multiple mock tests, live webinars with convenors, and online interaction sessions with previous-year toppers. With registrations opening on 15 July, aspiring students are encouraged to register early to take advantage of the Day 1 test city confirmation and begin preparation well in advance.
About XAT
The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of XAMI. Accepted by more than 250 B-Schools and held across over 100 test cities in India, XAT is the oldest MBA/PGDM entrance examination in the country. The exam is conducted in a single slot with no score normalisation, and is supported by mock tests, webinars, and preparation sessions.
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