Just 7 Days Left to Register for XAT 2026; Apply by Dec 5, 2025

• XAT 2026 registration closes on December 5, 2025.
• Eligible applicants need a three-year bachelor’s degree to apply.
• The exam assesses aptitude through four computer-based test sections nationwide.

The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026, recognized as one of India's most reliable management entrance tests, is nearing its registration cutoff on December 5, 2025. Individuals seeking to enroll in MBA/ PGDM programs at more than 250 esteemed institutions throughout India are urged to finalize their applications prior to the deadline.

XAT 2026 registration began on 10 July 2025, and a multitude of candidates are already competing for admission. As the deadline approaches, it's crucial to fill out the online form, upload necessary documents, choose test-city preferences, and pay the fee well before the cutoff. Failing to meet the deadline results in ineligibility to take the XAT exam, scheduled for January 4, 2026 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM).

Applicants for XAT 2026 must possess a bachelor’s degree of a minimum of three years’ duration in any field from an accredited university. Students in their final year are also eligible to apply. Although XAT does not outline a minimum percentage requirement, candidates should be aware that specific MBA/PGDM institutions might establish their own academic eligibility criteria.

Steps to Apply:

- Check out the official site: xatonline.in

- Select Registration to create your login details. XAT Online

- Fill out the application form: personal information, educational/work history, test location preferences.

- Upload photo, signature, and current identification proof.

- Examine all submissions thoroughly and send them in before the due date; edits after final submission may not be allowed.

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XAT 2026 aims to evaluate a balance of aptitude, reasoning, and general knowledge via four main sections: Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. The test will take place in a computer-based format in multiple cities, lasting a total of three hours.

With only a few weeks remaining until the registration cutoff, XAT 2026 serves as an important gateway to more than 250 MBA/PGDM programs throughout India. The deadline for applications is 5 December 2025. Act now to register, submit, and get ready with assurance.