Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur, has launched the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 mock test, accessible to candidates on the official website, xatonline.in, until 5 PM. As per the XAT 2026 exam structure, the mock test includes four key sections: Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision-Making, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. The duration of the mock test is three hours, mirroring the actual exam timing. Candidates will earn one mark for each correct response, while 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer—except in the General Knowledge section, where no negative marking applies. Additionally, 0.10 marks will be deducted for each unanswered question. Eligible aspirants can access the mock test by logging into their dashboard, selecting the 'Mock Test' tab, and clicking 'Sign In' to begin. The XAT 2026 exam serves as a gateway for admission into MBA and PGDM programs at XLRI and other leading management institutes across India. Meanwhile, registrations for XAT 2026 are currently underway, and candidates who have not yet applied are advised to complete the process by the deadline of December 5, 2025. Key upcoming events include the release of admit cards on December 20, 2025, followed by the examination scheduled for January 4, 2026. The result date is yet to be announced.XAT 2026: Who is eligible to apply?Candidates applying for XAT 2026 must hold a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration in any discipline. Students currently in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their final exams by June 10, 2026. There is no specific minimum percentage required in graduation to appear for XAT.XAT 2026: How to apply?The XAT 2026 application process will be conducted online through the official website of XAT at xatonline.in. Here is a step-by-step overview of the registration and application process: Step 1: Visit the official website of XAT and register as a new user by entering your name, email address, and mobile number. Step 2: After successful registration, candidates will receive their XAT ID and password on their registered mobile number and email ID. Step 3: Log in using the credentials to complete the application form. Candidates will need to provide their academic qualifications and work experience details (if applicable), select their preferred test cities, and upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and valid ID proof. Step 4: Pay the XAT registration fee online to complete the application process. Candidates are advised to fill out the form carefully and retain a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
