{"id":21454,"date":"2026-08-14T06:56:42","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T06:56:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?p=21454"},"modified":"2026-08-14T06:56:42","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T06:56:42","slug":"xat-2026-notification-release-date","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/","title":{"rendered":"XAT 2026 notification release date"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>XAT 2026 notification release date\u00a0Notification, Syllabus, Fees, Eligibility &amp; More The <strong>Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)<\/strong> is one of India&#8217;s leading MBA entrance examinations. Conducted by <strong>XLRI \u2013 Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur<\/strong>, XAT scores are accepted by XLRI and numerous other management institutes across India.<\/p>\n<p>If you are planning to appear for <strong>XAT 2026<\/strong>, understanding the exam syllabus, eligibility, fees, pattern, marking scheme and preparation strategy is essential. This guide covers the important details you need to know before starting your XAT preparation.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_2026_Overview\" >XAT 2026 Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_2026_Syllabus\" >XAT 2026 Syllabus<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#1_Verbal_Ability_and_Logical_Reasoning\" >1. Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#2_Decision_Making\" >2. Decision Making<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#3_Quantitative_Aptitude_and_Data_Interpretation\" >3. Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#4_General_Knowledge\" >4. General Knowledge<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_2026_Eligibility_Criteria\" >XAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_2026_Exam_Pattern\" >XAT 2026 Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_Marking_Scheme\" >XAT Marking Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_2026_notification_release_date_Application_Fees\" >XAT 2026 notification release date\u00a0Application Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Best_Books_for_XAT_Preparation\" >Best Books for XAT Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_2026_Preparation_Strategy\" >XAT 2026 Preparation Strategy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Build_Strong_Fundamentals\" >Build Strong Fundamentals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Practise_Decision_Making\" >Practise Decision Making<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Improve_Reading_Skills\" >Improve Reading Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Follow_Current_Affairs\" >Follow Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Take_Mock_Tests\" >Take Mock Tests<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Analyse_Your_Mistakes\" >Analyse Your Mistakes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#XAT_vs_CAT\" >XAT vs CAT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/xat-2026-notification-release-date\/#Also_read\" >Also read:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_2026_Overview\"><\/span>XAT 2026 Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Details<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Exam Name<\/td>\n<td>Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Conducting Body<\/td>\n<td>XLRI, Jamshedpur<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exam Mode<\/td>\n<td>Computer-Based Test (CBT)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frequency<\/td>\n<td>Once a year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exam Duration<\/td>\n<td>Approximately 180 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Major Sections<\/td>\n<td>VA &amp; LR, Decision Making, QA &amp; DI, General Knowledge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exam Date<\/td>\n<td>January 2026*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>*XAT 2026 was conducted in January 2026. Candidates preparing for the next XAT cycle should check the official XAT website for the latest notification and dates.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_2026_Syllabus\"><\/span>XAT 2026 Syllabus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The XAT syllabus is divided into four major areas:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Verbal_Ability_and_Logical_Reasoning\"><\/span>1. Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This section tests English language skills, comprehension and logical reasoning.<\/p>\n<p>Important topics include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reading Comprehension<\/li>\n<li>Vocabulary<\/li>\n<li>Grammar<\/li>\n<li>Para Jumbles<\/li>\n<li>Sentence Correction<\/li>\n<li>Critical Reasoning<\/li>\n<li>Logical Completion of Ideas<\/li>\n<li>Inference-based questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Preparation Tip:<\/strong> Read newspapers, editorials and quality articles regularly. Practise RC passages and reasoning questions under timed conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Decision_Making\"><\/span>2. Decision Making<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Decision Making is one of the most distinctive sections of XAT. Questions are generally based on business, social and ethical situations.<\/p>\n<p>Important areas include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Business caselets<\/li>\n<li>Ethical dilemmas<\/li>\n<li>Situational judgement<\/li>\n<li>Analytical decision making<\/li>\n<li>Data-based decisions<\/li>\n<li>Stakeholder-based problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Preparation Tip:<\/strong> Practise previous XAT Decision Making questions because this section requires judgement and logical interpretation rather than simple formula-based preparation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Quantitative_Aptitude_and_Data_Interpretation\"><\/span>3. Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>QA &amp; DI evaluates mathematical ability and data-analysis skills.<\/p>\n<p>Important topics include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Percentages<\/li>\n<li>Profit and Loss<\/li>\n<li>Ratio and Proportion<\/li>\n<li>Averages<\/li>\n<li>Time and Work<\/li>\n<li>Time, Speed and Distance<\/li>\n<li>Algebra<\/li>\n<li>Equations<\/li>\n<li>Geometry<\/li>\n<li>Mensuration<\/li>\n<li>Number System<\/li>\n<li>Probability<\/li>\n<li>Permutation and Combination<\/li>\n<li>Tables<\/li>\n<li>Graphs<\/li>\n<li>Charts<\/li>\n<li>Data Interpretation sets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_General_Knowledge\"><\/span>4. General Knowledge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The GK section generally covers both current and static general knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>Important areas include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Current Affairs<\/li>\n<li>Business and Economy<\/li>\n<li>National and International Events<\/li>\n<li>Government and Policies<\/li>\n<li>Awards<\/li>\n<li>Sports<\/li>\n<li>Books and Authors<\/li>\n<li>Important Organisations<\/li>\n<li>Science and Technology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Preparation Tip:<\/strong> Follow reliable news sources and revise current affairs regularly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_2026_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>XAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Candidates generally need to meet the following eligibility requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A recognised <strong>Bachelor&#8217;s degree in any discipline<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Final-year undergraduate students may also apply, subject to the applicable conditions.<\/li>\n<li>There is generally <strong>no upper age limit<\/strong> for XAT.<\/li>\n<li>There is no prescribed limit on the number of attempts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Candidates should check the official notification for programme-specific requirements.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_2026_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span>XAT 2026 Exam Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The XAT pattern has evolved over time, so candidates should rely on the latest official notification rather than older exam articles.<\/p>\n<p>The examination consists of:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Section<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Approx. Questions<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Verbal Ability &amp; Logical Reasoning<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">26<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Decision Making<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">21<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Quantitative Aptitude &amp; Data Interpretation<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>General Knowledge<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>95<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The exact number of questions and timing should always be confirmed from the official XAT 2026 information for the relevant admission cycle.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_Marking_Scheme\"><\/span>XAT Marking Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The commonly followed XAT marking structure includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>+1 mark<\/strong> for every correct answer<\/li>\n<li><strong>-0.25 mark<\/strong> for an incorrect answer<\/li>\n<li>A penalty may apply for excessive unanswered questions<\/li>\n<li>General Knowledge is used differently from the sections contributing to the main percentile calculation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Candidates should verify the final marking rules in the official notification <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/career-mantra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">because the exam structure can change.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_2026_notification_release_date_Application_Fees\"><\/span>XAT 2026 notification release date\u00a0Application Fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The XAT application fee is notified by XLRI for each examination cycle. Fees may vary depending on whether candidates select XLRI programmes or other options.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Category<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Application Fee<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>XAT Registration<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">As notified by XLRI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Additional XLRI Programme<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">Additional programme fee may apply<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Always check the official XAT registration portal for the latest fee before submitting the application.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Books_for_XAT_Preparation\"><\/span>Best Books for XAT Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Section<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Recommended Resources<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>VA &amp; LR<\/td>\n<td>Arun Sharma \u2013 VARC preparation books<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Decision Making<\/td>\n<td>Previous XAT papers and Decision Making practice sets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>QA &amp; DI<\/td>\n<td>Arun Sharma \u2013 Quantitative Aptitude for CAT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>GK<\/td>\n<td>Manorama Yearbook, newspapers and current-affairs resources<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Previous-year XAT papers are particularly important because they help candidates understand the unique style of Decision Making questions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_2026_Preparation_Strategy\"><\/span>XAT 2026 Preparation Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A strong preparation plan should focus on all four sections.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_Strong_Fundamentals\"><\/span>Build Strong Fundamentals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Start with basic concepts in QA, VARC and Logical Reasoning before moving to advanced questions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practise_Decision_Making\"><\/span>Practise Decision Making<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Give special attention to DM because it is one of the most distinctive features of XAT.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Reading_Skills\"><\/span>Improve Reading Skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Regular reading can improve comprehension, vocabulary and critical reasoning.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_Current_Affairs\"><\/span>Follow Current Affairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Spend some time every day reading national, international, business and economic news.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Mock_Tests\"><\/span>Take Mock Tests<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Start with sectional tests and gradually move to full-length XAT mocks.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analyse_Your_Mistakes\"><\/span>Analyse Your Mistakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After every mock, identify:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conceptual mistakes<\/li>\n<li>Calculation errors<\/li>\n<li>Time-management problems<\/li>\n<li>Incorrect question selection<\/li>\n<li>Weak topics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"XAT_vs_CAT\"><\/span>XAT vs CAT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both XAT and CAT are highly competitive MBA entrance exams, but their structures differ.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>CAT<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>XAT<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Conducting Body<\/td>\n<td>IIMs<\/td>\n<td>XLRI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Major Difference<\/td>\n<td>DILR section<\/td>\n<td>Decision Making + GK<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mode<\/td>\n<td>Computer-Based<\/td>\n<td>Computer-Based<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Major Target Institutes<\/td>\n<td>IIMs and CAT-accepting B-schools<\/td>\n<td>XLRI and XAT-accepting B-schools<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Students interested in XLRI and other XAT-accepting institutes should consider taking XAT even if they are already preparing for CAT.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>XAT 2026 exam<\/strong> requires a balanced preparation strategy because it tests verbal ability, logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation, decision making and general knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>Start your preparation with strong fundamentals, practise previous-year papers, focus on Decision Making, stay updated with current affairs and take regular mock tests. Most importantly, analyse your performance and improve your question-selection and time-management skills.<\/p>\n<p>A strong XAT score can help you compete for admission to leading management institutes, including <strong>XLRI and other reputed XAT-accepting B-schools<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Before applying or planning for the next XAT cycle, always verify the latest <strong>notification, registration dates, fees, eligibility criteria, exam pattern and admission requirements<\/strong> through the official XAT\/XLRI website.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_read\"><\/span>Also read:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=MBA+schools+by+CAT+percentile\">MBA schools by CAT percentile<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=CAT+percentile+vs+MBA+college\">CAT percentile vs MBA college<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=CAT+cutoff+for+IIMs\">CAT cutoff for IIMs<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=MBA+admission+by+CAT+score\">MBA admission by CAT score<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=CAT+accepting+colleges+\">CAT accepting colleges 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=MBA+colleges+for+70+percentile+in+CAT\">MBA colleges for 70 percentile in CAT<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careermantra.net\/blog\/?s=Top+B-schools+by+CAT+score\">Top B-schools by CAT score<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>XAT 2026 notification release date\u00a0Notification, Syllabus, Fees, Eligibility &amp; More The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is one of India&#8217;s leading MBA entrance examinations. 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