XAT registration fee submission may tentetively start on July 15, 2025. The last date of registration fee submission will be 10th December 2025 (tentative).
If you are planning to appear for XAT 2026, understanding the exam fee structure and payment process is essential. The registration fee for XAT 2026 is expected to be INR 2200. Candidates will need to complete the fee payment online using various available digital methods. The official notification will confirm the exact fee details along with the exam schedule. Check detailed breakdown of XAT 2026 fees, payment modes, important updates, and additional charges, to complete the registration process with ease.
Candidates can expect the XAT 2026 registration fee to be INR 2200 like the previous year. Additionally, candidates applying for must pay an extra fee of INR 200 per program.
To apply for the XAT 2026 exam, candidates need to complete the exam registration and payment processes online. Follow these steps to successfully pay the XAT exam fee:
The XAT 2026 exam fees can be paid through the following modes:
Over the past five years, the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) registration fees have gradually increased. Below is a detailed overview:
| Year | XAT Registration Fee | Additional Fee per XLRI Program |
| 2021 | Rs.1,750 | Rs.300 |
| 2022 | Rs.1,800 | Rs.300 |
| 2023 | Rs.1,800 | Rs.300 |
| 2024 | Rs.2,000 | Rs.200 |
| 2025 | Rs.2,200 | Rs.200 |
In 2021, the registration fee was Rs.1,750, with an extra Rs.300 for each XLRI program. The fee increased to Rs.1,800 in 2022 and remained unchanged in 2023, with the additional program fee staying at Rs.300. In 2024, the registration fee rose to Rs.2,000, while the additional program fee was reduced to Rs.200. By 2025, the registration fee increased further to Rs.2,200, with the additional fee remaining Rs.200. For 2026, the registration fee is expected to stay at Rs.2,200, with the additional program fee unchanged at Rs.200.
Ans: To be eligible for the XAT 2026 exam, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree (in any discipline) from a recognized university. Final-year students can also apply, provided they complete their degree by June 2026. Unlike some other exams, there is no minimum percentage requirement for graduation.
Ans:Yes, but only within the correction window provided by XLRI. Once you submit your form, you can make changes to certain details (like personal information and uploaded documents) during the XAT 2026 correction period. However, details like your name, email ID, and phone number cannot be changed after registration.
Ans: The XAT 2026 exam consists of four sections:
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer, except for General Knowledge, which has no negative marking. Additionally, if a candidate leaves more than 8 questions unanswered, there will be a penalty of 0.10 marks per skipped question.
Ans: No, the XAT 2026 registration process is completely online. Candidates must visit the official XAT website, fill out the application form, upload documents, and make an online payment through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
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