XAT 2027 Updates: Increased Seats, Exam Flexibility, and Preparation Resources
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XLRI has announced significant updates for XAT 2027, including increased seat capacity for the PGDM-HRM program and greater flexibility in exam rules. Additionally, the institute has expanded its network of associate B-schools and is offering past papers to early applicants.
Date reference
- Official publication date
- 6 November 2026
- Collected by EduLandmark
- 8 Nov 2026, 2:31 pm IST
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Important Dates
Last Date
6 December 2026
28 Days Left
Exam Date
3 January 2027
56 Days Left
Date
11 November 2026
3 Days Left
Key Highlights
- Increased PGDM-HRM intake at XLRI Jamshedpur from 180 to 240 seats.
- Unanswered question limit without penalty in Part 1 increased from 8 to 12.
- 16 new associate B-schools added to the XAT network.
- Free XAT 2025 and 2026 question papers for applications completed by Nov 11, 2026.
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a recognized bachelor's degree to apply for MBA/PGDM programs.
What Students Should Do Now
Check your eligibility, gather the required documents, and apply before the last date through the official website below.
Read the full official notification at XLRI XAT
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Source: xlri.ac.in · https://www.xlri.ac.in/xat/