The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) XAT 2026 is one of the most prestigious MBA entrance exams in India, conducted annually by XLRI, Jamshedpur. Apart from XLRI, more than 150 B-schools accept XAT scores for MBA/PGDM admissions. If you’re planning to appear for XAT 2026, this blog highlights the top XAT accepting colleges with their approximate fees, programs offered, and cutoff scores.
XAT 2026 Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Exam Name | Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2025 |
| Conducting Body | XLRI Jamshedpur |
| Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours + 10 minutes (Essay section) |
| Tentative Exam Date | First Sunday of January 2025 |
Top XAT Accepting Colleges with Fees
Here are some of the prominent MBA colleges accepting XAT scores, along with their fee structure and expected cutoff percentiles:
| College Name | Location | Approx. Fee (2 Years) | Expected XAT Cutoff (Percentile) |
| XLRI – Xavier School of Management | Jamshedpur | ₹24.5 Lakhs | 93–96 |
| SPJIMR (Accepts profile-based XAT) | Mumbai | ₹20 Lakhs | 85+ (profile-based) |
| IMT Ghaziabad | Ghaziabad | ₹19.5 Lakhs | 90+ |
| XIM University (XIMB) | Bhubaneswar | ₹18 Lakhs | 90+ |
| Great Lakes Institute of Management | Chennai | ₹13.5 Lakhs | 80–85 |
| TAPMI (Manipal Academy) | Manipal | ₹17.5 Lakhs | 80–85 |
| IRMA (Institute of Rural Management) | Anand | ₹15 Lakhs | 80–85 |
| GIM (Goa Institute of Management) | Goa | ₹18.3 Lakhs | 85+ |
| FORE School of Management | New Delhi | ₹18 Lakhs | 78–82 |
| Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA) | Chennai | ₹15.5 Lakhs | 75–80 |
| K J Somaiya Institute of Management | Mumbai | ₹18 Lakhs | 75–80 |
| BIM Trichy | Tiruchirappalli | ₹14.5 Lakhs | 75–80 |
| XISS Ranchi | Ranchi | ₹9.65 Lakhs | 70–75 |
| XIME Bangalore | Bangalore | ₹11.5 Lakhs | 70+ |
| IFMR GSB, Krea University | Sri City (AP) | ₹14.5 Lakhs | 75–80 |
XAT 2026 MBA Admission Process via XAT
- Appeared for XAT 2026 – Conducted in January.
- Apply separately to individual colleges that accept XAT.
- Shortlisting is done based on XAT percentile, academic profile, and work experience.
- WAT-GD-PI rounds for final selection.
- Admission offers released by colleges in April-May.
Final Thoughts
XAT 2026 opens doors to elite B-schools beyond the IIMs. Whether you’re aiming for XLRI or other top-tier institutes, knowing the colleges that accept XAT scores and their fees helps you plan better. Begin your XAT preparation early, apply widely, and align your target percentile with your dream college.
Stay updated with registration dates and official announcements on the visit platforms like Career Mantra for regular updates.
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