XAT 2027: Register by Dec 6 for Jan 3 exam; HRM seats increased to 240

XLRI Jamshedpur has announced the commencement of XAT 2027 registration, with the application window set to open on July 15, 2026. The registration process will be conducted online via the official website, xatonline.in, and will conclude on December 6, 2026. The XAT 2027 examination is scheduled for January 3, 2027.

This year, XLRI Jamshedpur has increased the intake for its Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Human Resource Management) programme to 240 seats. Also, new XAT associate institutes have been added for the 2027-29 admission cycle, expanding the options for aspirants. XAT is one of India’s oldest national-level MBA entrance examinations, conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of the Xavier Association of Management Institutes (XAMI).

Key Dates for XAT 2027 Registration and Examination

The registration for XAT 2027 will officially begin on July 15, 2026. A specific provision has been introduced for first-day applicants, where candidates completing their XAT 2027 application on July 15, 2026, will be allotted their first-choice exam city. Confirmation for these first-day applicants regarding their exam city is expected by August 5, 2026. The registration window will remain open until December 6, 2026.

The XAT 2027 exam is scheduled for January 3, 2027, and will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) in a single session from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Admit card downloads are tentatively expected to begin from December 20, 2026. The examination will be held in over 100 cities nationwide.

Eligibility Criteria and Admission Process

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university to be eligible for XAT 2027. Those in the final year of graduation are also eligible, subject to institute-specific admission rules. Prior work experience is not a mandatory requirement for XAT 2027, unless specified by individual participating institutes. XLRI Jamshedpur states that admissions to its programmes are purely merit-based, with no management or NRI quota.

The XAT exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted in a single session, and score normalization is not applicable. XAT scores are accepted by XLRI Jamshedpur, XAMI member institutes, and more than 250 participating B-schools across India. XLRI has also announced official mock tests, live webinars with the XAT Convenor, preparation guidance sessions, and interactions with previous years’ toppers to assist aspirants.

How to Register for XAT 2027

The XAT 2027 registration process involves several steps on the official website, xatonline.in. Candidates are required to visit the portal, click on the XAT 2027 Registration link, and register using a valid email ID and mobile number. Following registration, applicants must fill in their personal, academic, and communication details accurately.

The process further includes uploading required documents, selecting the preferred exam city, paying the application fee, and finally submitting the completed form. Candidates are advised to download and retain the confirmation page for future reference. This structured approach aims to streamline the application experience for all aspirants.

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