XAT 2027 application fee is expected to be INR 2,200 for regular registration, based on 2026 trends. Students applying to XLRI programs pay an additional INR 200 per program on top of the base registration fee.
Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2027 is conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur for admission to management programs across 150+ associate institutes. Unlike many national entrance exams, XAT does not offer a category-based fee waiver for SC/ST/OBC students. Fee variation is based on registration timing and the number of XLRI programs you choose to apply for.
- XAT 2027 regular registration fee: expected INR 2,200 (based on 2026 trends)
- Late registration surcharge: expected INR 500 extra after the regular deadline
- XLRI program application: expected INR 200 per program (BM, HRM, or GMBA)
- No fee waiver for SC/ST/OBC/PwD students — fee is same for all categories
- Accepted payment modes: Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI
| Direct Link to XAT 2027 Registration at xatonline.in (ACTIVE) |
XAT 2027 Application Fee Overview
The XAT 2027 registration fee is a one-time, non-refundable charge collected at the time of online registration on xatonline.in. Based on XAT 2026 fee trends, the expected fee structure for XAT 2027 is as follows:
| Registration Category | Expected Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| XAT Registration — Regular | 2,200 |
| XAT Registration — Late | 2,700 |
| XLRI BM Program (per program) | 200 (additional) |
| XLRI HRM Program (per program) | 200 (additional) |
| XLRI Global MBA — GMBA (per program) | 200 (additional) |
All figures above are expected based on XAT 2026 trends. The official fee will be confirmed once XLRI releases the XAT 2027 information brochure at xatonline.in.
XAT 2027 Category-Wise Fee Breakdown
XAT 2027 fee categories are based on registration type and number of XLRI programs applied for — not on caste or reservation category. There is no fee concession for General, OBC, SC, ST, or PwD students. The table below shows the total expected fee for each student type:
| Student Type / Selection | Applicable Fee (Expected, INR) |
|---|---|
| XAT only (no XLRI program) | 2,200 |
| XAT + One XLRI Program | 2,400 |
| XAT + Two XLRI Programs | 2,600 |
| XAT + All Three XLRI Programs | 2,800 |
| Late Registration (any of the above) | +500 additional |
Students who wish to apply only to non-XLRI associate institutes (such as IMT, XIMB, or TAPMI) using their XAT score pay only the base XAT registration fee. Those associate institutes collect their own separate application fees directly.
Accepted Payment Modes for XAT 2027
The XAT 2027 application fee is paid online during registration. Based on previous years, the following payment modes are expected to be accepted on the official portal:
| Payment Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Net Banking | All major Indian banks (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, PNB, and others) |
| Credit Card | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, RuPay |
| Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay debit cards of all major banks |
| UPI / BHIM | All UPI-enabled apps including GPay, PhonePe, Paytm, and BHIM |
The XAT 2027 application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances once the payment is completed. If a transaction fails, the amount is typically reversed to the source account within 5 to 7 working days. Students should save the transaction ID and payment confirmation receipt for their records.
How to Pay XAT 2027 Application Fee
Fee payment is integrated into the XAT online registration process. Follow these steps to complete your payment without errors:
- Visit the official XAT 2027 registration portal at xatonline.in.
- Click "New Registration" and create your login using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal details, academic qualifications, and work experience (if applicable).
- Select the XLRI programs you want to apply for — each adds INR 200 to your total fee.
- Review your application form carefully before proceeding to the payment gateway.
- Choose your preferred payment mode and complete the transaction securely.
- Download and save the payment confirmation receipt with your transaction ID and application number.
- Return to the portal to complete test city selection, photo upload, and signature upload.
Your registration is confirmed only after a successful fee payment. A confirmation email is sent to your registered email ID within a few minutes of payment.
XAT 2027 Important Fee-Related Dates
Based on XAT 2026 trends, the expected registration and fee payment schedule for XAT 2027 is as follows:
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| XAT 2027 Registration Opens | August 2026 (expected) |
| Last Date — Regular Registration and Fee Payment | November 30, 2026 (expected) |
| Late Registration Window Opens | December 1, 2026 (expected) |
| Last Date — Late Registration and Fee Payment | December 10, 2026 (expected) |
| XAT 2027 Admit Card Release | December 2026 (expected) |
| XAT 2027 Exam Date | January 4, 2027 (expected) |
Students are strongly advised to complete fee payment before the regular deadline to avoid the INR 500 late fee surcharge. Late registration also limits your test city choices as preferred slots fill up quickly.
XAT 2027 Application Fee FAQs
Ques. What is the XAT 2027 application fee?
Ans. The XAT 2027 application fee is expected to be INR 2,200 for regular registration, based on 2026 trends. Students applying to one or more XLRI programs pay an additional INR 200 per program. These figures are expected and will be confirmed in the official XAT 2027 notification.
Ques. Is there a fee waiver for SC/ST or OBC students in XAT 2027?
Ans. No. XAT does not provide a fee concession based on category. The application fee is the same for all students — General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD. Fee variation in XAT is based only on registration timing and XLRI program selection.
Ques. What is the XAT 2027 late registration fee?
Ans. Students who register after the regular deadline are expected to pay an extra INR 500 as a late fee. The total expected late registration fee is INR 2,700 (without XLRI programs). The late registration window is typically open for around 10 days after the regular close date.
Ques. Is the XAT 2027 application fee refundable?
Ans. No. The XAT application fee is non-refundable once paid, regardless of reason. Students should verify all details before completing the payment. In case of a failed transaction, the amount is reversed to the source account within 5 to 7 working days.
Ques. What payment methods are accepted for XAT 2027?
Ans. XAT 2027 fee payment is expected to be accepted via Net Banking (all major Indian banks), Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, RuPay), Debit Card, and UPI apps such as GPay, PhonePe, Paytm, and BHIM.
Ques. How much does it cost to apply to all three XLRI programs through XAT 2027?
Ans. Applying to all three XLRI programs — Business Management (BM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Global MBA (GMBA) — through XAT is expected to cost INR 2,800 in total (INR 2,200 base fee + INR 200 x 3 programs), based on 2026 trends.








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