XAT 2027 registration is expected to open in August 2026 at xatonline.in, with the exam expected on January 3, 2027.

Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2027 will be conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur on behalf of XAMI (Xavier Association of Management Institutes). XAT is accepted by over 160 B-schools in India, including XLRI Jamshedpur, XIM Bhubaneswar, and XIMB. This page covers the complete XAT 2027 application timeline — from registration opening to result and score card download — based on patterns from XAT 2025 and XAT 2026.

  • XAT 2027 registration is expected to open in August 2026 on xatonline.in.
  • The last date to register without a late fee is expected in the third week of November 2026.
  • XAT 2027 admit card is expected in the third week of December 2026.
  • The XAT 2027 exam is expected on January 3, 2027 (first Sunday of January).
  • XAT 2027 result is expected in January 2027, within 3 to 4 weeks of the exam.
Direct Link — XAT 2027 Registration at xatonline.in (UPCOMING)

XAT 2027 Important Dates

XLRI has not released the official XAT 2027 schedule yet. The dates below are expected, based on XAT 2025 and XAT 2026 patterns. XLRI typically releases the official notification and opens registration in August of the preceding year.

XAT 2027 Event Expected Date
Registration Opens August 2026 (Expected)
Last Date to Register (without late fee) Third Week of November 2026 (Expected)
Last Date to Register (with late fee) Last Week of November 2026 (Expected)
Admit Card Release Third Week of December 2026 (Expected)
XAT 2027 Exam Date January 3, 2027 (Expected)
Answer Key Release Second Week of January 2027 (Expected)
Result Declaration Last Week of January 2027 (Expected)
Score Card Download January to February 2027 (Expected)

XAT 2027 Registration Process

XAT 2027 registration will be conducted entirely online at xatonline.in. The expected registration fee is Rs. 2,100 without a late fee and Rs. 2,600 with a late fee, based on XAT 2026 trends. If you wish to apply to XLRI Jamshedpur programmes directly, an additional fee of approximately Rs. 300 per programme applies during registration. Follow these steps:

  1. Visit xatonline.in and click on "New Registration".
  2. Enter your name, mobile number, and email ID to create an account.
  3. Log in and complete the application form with personal, academic, and work-experience details.
  4. Upload your photograph and signature as per the size and format guidelines specified on the portal.
  5. Select your preferred exam cities from the available options.
  6. Choose any XLRI programmes you wish to apply for — this step is optional and carries an additional fee.
  7. Pay the registration fee using net banking, debit card, or credit card.
  8. Submit the form and download your confirmation page for future reference.

You should complete your registration well before the deadline. Corrections in the form, if permitted, are typically allowed only within a short window after registration closes.


XAT 2027 Admit Card

XAT 2027 admit card is expected to be released in the third week of December 2026 on xatonline.in. You can download your hall ticket by logging in with your registered email ID and password. No admit card will be dispatched by post or email.

Details printed on the XAT 2027 admit card:

  • Your name and XAT 2027 registration number
  • Exam date, session time, and reporting instructions
  • Exam centre name and complete address
  • Important guidelines and items permitted inside the exam hall

You must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN card, passport, or driving licence) to the exam centre. The XAT admit card also serves as proof of eligibility when participating institutes shortlist you for interviews.


XAT 2027 Exam Day Details

XAT 2027 is expected to be held on January 3, 2027, based on the first-Sunday-of-January pattern followed in XAT 2025 and XAT 2026. The exam is computer-based and conducted in one session across multiple cities in India.

Detail Information (Based on XAT 2026 Pattern)
Exam Mode Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Duration 3 hours 30 minutes (210 minutes)
Part 1 Sections Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation
Part 2 General Knowledge (no essay writing since XAT 2026)
Marking Scheme +1 for correct; -0.25 for incorrect; -0.05 per unattempted question beyond threshold
Reporting Time At least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time

You must not carry any electronic devices, books, or notes inside the exam hall. The exam centre will provide a scratch pad and pen for rough work.


XAT 2027 Result and Score Card

XAT 2027 result is expected in the last week of January 2027, approximately three to four weeks after the exam. XLRI will publish the result on xatonline.in. The result will include your overall percentile and section-wise percentile scores for Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, and Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation.

To check your XAT 2027 result and download the score card:

  1. Visit xatonline.in and log in with your registered email ID and password.
  2. Click on "Result" or "Score Card" from your dashboard.
  3. View your overall and section-wise percentile scores.
  4. Download the PDF score card and save it for use during institute applications and interview calls.

XAT 2027 score cards are valid only for the 2027 to 2029 admission cycle. Scores are not carried forward to subsequent years. Most top XAT-accepting B-schools are expected to release shortlists between February and March 2027, based on previous-year patterns.

XAT 2027 Application Timeline FAQs

Ques. When will XAT 2027 registration open?

Ans. XAT 2027 registration is expected to open in August 2026 on xatonline.in. XLRI typically releases the official notification and begins registration in August of the preceding year.

Ques. What is the expected XAT 2027 exam date?

Ans. XAT 2027 is expected to be held on January 3, 2027, which is the first Sunday of January. This is based on the pattern set by XAT 2025 (January 5, 2025) and XAT 2026 (January 5, 2026). The official date will be confirmed in the XLRI notification.

Ques. What is the XAT 2027 registration fee?

Ans. Based on XAT 2026 trends, the expected XAT 2027 registration fee is Rs. 2,100 without a late fee and Rs. 2,600 with a late fee. An additional fee of approximately Rs. 300 per programme applies if you apply to XLRI Jamshedpur programmes through the XAT registration portal.

Ques. When will the XAT 2027 admit card be released?

Ans. XAT 2027 admit card is expected to be released in the third week of December 2026 on xatonline.in. You must log in with your registered credentials to download and print it before the exam date.

Ques. When will XAT 2027 result be announced?

Ans. XAT 2027 result is expected in the last week of January 2027, approximately three to four weeks after the exam. The result will be available on xatonline.in and will include your overall and section-wise percentile scores.

Ques. How long is the XAT 2027 score card valid?

Ans. The XAT 2027 score card is valid only for the 2027 to 2029 admission cycle. XAT scores are not carried forward to subsequent years, so you must appear for XAT again if you plan to apply in a later admission cycle.