How Many Days Left for XAT 2026? Countdown & Exam Schedule

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Update on 11 Nov, 2025, 04:20 AM IST

If you are preparing for XAT 2026, the most important question that comes to your mind must be “how many days are left for the exam?” With a clear countdown, you can focus more on structuring your preparation strategies for XAT 2026. Xavier School of Management (XLRI) Jamshedpur has announced the XAT 2026 exam dates for students preparing for the exam.

 

Table of Contents

  1. XAT 2026 Important Exam Dates
  2. Check Here: XAT 2026 Exam Pattern
  3. How Many Days Are Left for XAT 2026?
  4. Why XAT 2026 Countdown Matters?
  5. XAT 2026 Registration, Admit Card And Datesheet
  6. XAT 2026 Syllabus Overview
  7. XAT 2026 Preparation Strategy for the Remaining Days
  8. Also Read: XAT 2026 Preparation Strategy
  9. Final Words

 

XAT 2026 Important Exam Dates

The following are the important dates related to XAT 2026.

  • XAT 2026 Exam Date: 4th January 2026
  • XAT 2026 Admit Card Release: 20th December 2025 (Tentative)
  • XAT 2026 Registration Process: 10th July- 5th December 2025

Check Here: XAT 2026 Exam Pattern

 

How Many Days Are Left for XAT 2026?

As of November 06, 2025, there are around:

  • 59 Days left for the XAT 2026 (4 January)

This timeline provides a brief practical roadmap to finish your syllabus, practice tests, and manage revisions effectively.

 

Why XAT 2026 Countdown Matters?

Countdown is not just about the time slipping; it is about shaping your preparation:

  • It helps to divide your syllabus into weekly or monthly study goals.
  • It gives clarity on how many mock tests and full-length tests you can still attempt.
  • It helps manage preparation and reduce stress levels.

 

XAT 2026 Registration, Admit Card And Datesheet

Knowing about exam dates is equally important as learning about the registration and admit card schedule.

Upcoming XAT 2026 Exam Events

Dates

XAT 20256 Exam registration

10th July- 5th December 2025

Release date of XAT Admit Card 2026

20th December, 2025 (Tentative)

XAT 2026 Exam

4th January, 2026

Check Here: XAT 2026 Admit Card Details

 

XAT 2026 Syllabus Overview

The exam covers four main sections: Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation, Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning, Decision Making and General Knowledge.

Section

Key Areas Covered

Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation (QA & DI)

  • Arithmetic
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Bar Diagrams
  • Data Analysis and Comparison
  • Data Charts
  • Pie Charts

Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning (VALR)

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Grammar
  • Critical Reasoning

Decision Making (DM)

  • Business Situations
  • Business Issues
  • Case Studies

General Knowledge (GK)

  • Current Affairs
  • Business, Finance, and Economics
  • Geography

 

XAT 2026 Preparation Strategy for the Remaining Days

Planning your preparation strategy for the remaining days of XAT 2026 is crucial. This is how you should utilise your remaining time:

  • Candidates must practice reading newspapers and journals from reputable sources, such as The Economic Times, Financial Express, Business Today, and The Wall Street Journal, to stay updated with current events.
  • Students should practice as many mock tests as they can to track their speed and accuracy.
  • Students should reserve their last 15–20 days only for revision and practice, not for learning new topics.

Also Read: XAT 2026 Preparation Strategy

 

Final Words

As of today, 59 days remain for XAT 2026. This countdown should give you a clear and estimated time to plan and complete your preparation. Practise as many mock tests as you can, solve previous year question papers and sample papers. Do your best.

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