XAT 2026 Mock Test on November 19: Application Deadline Extended

The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026, conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur, is one of India’s most prominent national-level entrance exams for MBA and PGDM admissions. As per the latest updates, the mock test for XAT 2026 will be conducted from November 19 (12 PM) to November 20 (12 PM). Only those candidates who have successfully submitted their XAT 2026 application by November 16, 2025, will be eligible to participate in the mock test.

XAT 2026 Mock Test on November 19; Application Deadline Extended

The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026, conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur, is one of India’s most prominent national-level entrance exams for MBA and PGDM admissions. As per the latest updates, the mock test for XAT 2026 will be conducted from November 19 (12 PM) to November 20 (12 PM). Only those candidates who have successfully submitted their XAT 2026 application by November 16, 2025, will be eligible to participate in the mock test.

The XAT 2026 application correction window will open on November 25, 2025, allowing candidates to rectify any errors in their submitted forms. The final date to submit the XAT 2026 application form has been extended to December 5, 2025, providing additional time for interested candidates to complete their registration process at xatonline.in.

The XAT 2026 examination is scheduled for January 4, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in a computer-based mode across multiple test centres in India. The exam will assess candidates on Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. This year, the test continues to focus on evaluating analytical reasoning, ethical judgment, and real-world decision-making abilities - key differentiators of XAT compared to other management entrance exams.

Key Dates:

• Application Submission Deadline: December 5, 2025
• Mock Test Window: November 19–20, 2025 (12 PM to 12 PM)
• Application Correction Window: November 25, 2025
• XAT 2026 Exam Date: January 4, 2026 (2 PM - 5 PM)
• URL: https://www.onlyeducation.in/xlri-jamshedpur

Recent data from XLRI indicates a rise in participation from non-engineering candidates (65.9%) and working professionals (39.4%), marking XAT as one of the most inclusive and diverse MBA entrance tests. The exam has also gained global attention, with several foreign universities exploring the acceptance of XAT scores for their management programs.

Conclusion:

Candidates are advised to complete their applications before the final deadline and use the mock test window effectively to familiarize themselves with the online test interface and question pattern. The official admit cards are expected to be released in the third week of December 2025.

For more updates, notifications, and detailed guidelines, aspirants should regularly visit the official website: https://xatonline.in/

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