XAT Exam Registration Details: Know Exam Fees, Last Date to Apply, Required Documents

XAT 2026 exam is set to be held on January 04, 2026, across 109 cities in India. Its score is accepted by XLRI Jamshedpur, XAMI institutes, and over 250 B-schools for MBA and PGDM admissions.

The process of XAT 2026 registration is currently underway. Candidates holding a bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline are eligible to apply. To avoid last-minute technical issues, aspirants are advised to complete their application well before December 05, 2025, deadline through the official website xatonline.in.

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Applicants filling out XAT 2026 application form can select up to six preferred exam cities. The test centre is generally allotted based on the first city preference. If seats are unavailable in that city, the system will consider the next preferred location. Final details of the assigned exam centre will be available only on the official XAT 2026 admit card.

What is XAT 2026 Registration Process?

To apply for XAT 2026 exam, follow these steps given below:

• Step 1: Visit xatonline.in.
• Step 2: Select option "New Registration".
• Step 3: Provide basic personal details to continue.
• Step 4: A unique XAT ID will be sent on your registered email ID with a registration link.
• Step 5: Navigate the link, verify your registration and activate your account.
• Step 6: Visit the homepage again and click on the "Login" button.
• Step 7: Input your registered email ID and password to access XAT application form 2026.
• Step 8: Provide accurate academic and personal information.
• Step 9: Carefully review all entered details before submitting the application form.
• Step 10: To complete the registration procedure, pay XAT 2026 application fee.

What is XAT 2026 Registration Fee?

XAT 2026 exam fees are given below, check the table and pay according to your category:

XAT 2026 Registration Fee
Category	Applicable Fee
XAT Registration Fee	INR 2,200
Additional Fee for Each XLRI Programme	INR 200
Indian Candidates Applying for PGDM (GM) via GMAT/GRE	INR 2,500
NRI/PIO/OCI/ Foreign Candidates Applying via GMAT (For one or more programmes)	INR 5,000

What Documents are Needed for XAT 2026 Registration?

Keep the following essential documents handy during XAT 2026 registration procedure:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Graduation mark sheet or degree certificate
• Valid email ID and mobile number
• Class 10 certificate, Birth certificate
• Address proof (Utility bill/Aadhaar card)
• Aadhaar card
• Category certificate (If applicable)
• Scanned passport-size photograph (Less than 1 MB, in JPG/JPEG format)
• Scanned signature (Less than 1 MB, in JPG/JPEG format)
• Debit/credit card/UPI/net banking details (For fee payment)

Also Read:

• XAT Eligibility Criteria 2026 (Updated)
• XAT 2026 Exam Pattern

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for XAT 2026? +

Ans: To apply for XAT 2026, candidates must meet the following eligibility conditions:

• A bachelor’s degree of at least three years duration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university is mandatory.
• Final-year students or those awaiting graduation results are also eligible to apply.
• There is no minimum percentage requirement in graduation.
• Working professionals and candidates holding professional qualifications such as CA, CS, or ICWA can also appear.
• There is no upper age limit for XAT 2026, making it open to both fresh graduates and experienced individuals.

What fee payment methods are accepted during XAT 2026 registration? +

Ans: During XAT 2026 registration, candidates can pay the application fee through a range of secure online payment methods. Accepted options are debit cards (RuPay, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro), credit cards, net banking, mobile wallets. These multiple gateways are designed to offer applicants a safe, quick, and convenient fee payment experience during the registration process.

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