XAT 2026
The XAT exam is conducted by XLRI to grant admission for the MBA programs offered at 100+ management institutes. One of the most competitive exams, XAT is a computer-based exam, that tests the general aptitude of the candidates. In 2026, XAT will be condcuted on 4th January 2026 and the result will be declared on Third week of January 2026.
After the result declaration, XAT scorecards are available for downloading for 2-3 months.
XAT Result 2026
Follow the given steps to check your XAT exam result:
- Click on the ‘XAT Result’ button below
- Look up for the link “XAT 2026- Score Card” on the top of the page
- Log-in using your Registration Number, Date of Birth and Security Text, provided at the time of application.
- Click on the link “Download XAT Score Card”.
- Download the scorecard which is available in PDF format for future reference.
Candidates will receive individual emails regarding XAT scorecards containing their marks.
XAT Score Vs Percentile
XAT percentile is based on the scaled score achieved in part 1 of the exam. The score-percentile equivalence show slight variations every year, due to the changes in number of test-takers and difficulty level of the exam. Percentile basically reflects the percentage of test-takers who scored less than you. During admissions, most of the B-schools consider your overall as well as sectional percentile. XAT scorecard reflects both the types of percentile. As per the previous year analysis and expected trends, our experts have come up the following raw score-percentile table for XAT 2026:
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XAT Raw Score
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XAT Percentile
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28
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88+
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30
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90+
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32
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92+
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35
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40+
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99+
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What after getting your XAT Result?
After clearing the XAT exam 2026, students are shortlisted for further rounds of GD, PI and WAT. The XAT scorecard gives you the sectional and overall percentile along with your total score. Apart from having an aggregate cut-off, few XAT affiliated institutes like XLRI, S. P. Jain, XIM-B, etc. also have sectional cut-offs. These Cut-offs, which are released individually by XLRI and other XAT-associated institutes, are used to shortlist candidates for the GD/ PI. This is how the weightage is distributed by XLRI:
XLRI Weightage Criteria
| Round |
Weight |
| XAT Score |
60% |
| GD/PI round |
25% |
| Other Factors (GK score, Academics, video, work-ex) |
10% |
Also note that each of the XAT-affiliated institutes independently decides the weightage to be given for each of the test components. XLRI does not play any role in the selection of candidates in these institutes.
Additional Information
- GK and Essay sections of XAT are not considered in the final score but do play an important role during admissions.
- Candidates are required to download the scorecard and keep it for future reference. No hard copy is sent to the candidates by post or other such means.
- Once the aspirant’s name appears in the XAT cut off list of XLRI, he or she is then required to update the city to appear for the interview and also submit certain documents. Then, they have to book their interview slots and upload a self-profile assessment and video.
- Final admission offer is made to the candidate on the basis of his or her overall performance computed on the basis of XAT score, GD-PI, work experience, academic history, and similar other parameters.
XAT Result FAQs
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When will the results of XAT 2026 come out?
The outcomes of the XAT 2026 will be available in the third week of January 2026, after the exam on 4th January 2026.
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How can I check my XAT results?
The official XAT site allows you to check your XAT results once you log into an account with your XAT ID and password.
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What will be said in my XAT result?
Your XAT score will consist of your total score, sectional scores, percentile, and how you performed with the relative performance of the other candidates.
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What is the XAT percentile calculating?
The XAT percentile is determined by the performance of all the candidates that take the exam. It shows what percentage of the candidates you have done better than.
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Will I be provided with a copy of my scorecard of XAT?
Yes, you will be able to download your XAT scorecard on the official site after the XAT result is announced. It will include your score, percentile and other details.
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What happens should there be a mistake in my XAT result?
Should there be any discrepancy in your XAT result then call the XAT helpline at once. The government will look into the matter and do the relevant.
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Will I get an official mail about my XAT score?
Yes, the candidates will be notified by email with the access to the downloading scorecard after the results are announced. Nevertheless, it is recommended to visit the official site to update.
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Will I be allowed to apply to institutes prior to the results of XAT?
No, you may apply to the institutes prior to the results being out, however your final application will be based on your XAT score, which will be a requirement prior to your shortlisting.
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Does the XAT exam have re-evaluation?
No, there is no possible re-examination or re-check of the XAT exam. When the results are proclaimed, they are final.
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What happens when I am not happy with my XAT score?
You can take the test again the following year or you can also apply to other tests to secure MBA admissions in case you are not satisfied with your result. It is common to find many candidates make more than one attempt to score higher.
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