The results for the XAT 2026 exam have been officially announced today, January 16, 2026. Students who appeared for the exam on January 4 can now download their scorecards. XLRI Jamshedpur, the exam conducting body, released the scores on its official website, xatonline.in. This is an important step for candidates hoping to get admission into MBA programs at XLRI and other top management institutes.
The XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test) is a national-level entrance exam. It is taken by many students who want to join MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) courses across various business schools in India, with XLRI Jamshedpur being one of the most sought-after.
No Score Adjustment for XAT 2026
Nearly one lakh students took the XAT 2026 exam. Since the exam was held in a single session for all candidates, there will be no score normalization. This means everyone's scores are compared directly without any special adjustments.
How to Download Your XAT 2026 Scorecard
Candidates can easily get their scorecard from the official website. Follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official XAT website: xatonline.in
- Look for the link that says ‘scorecard download’ and click on it.
- You will need to enter your XAT application ID and password.
- After entering the details, click on the ‘scorecard’ tab.
- Your scorecard will appear on the screen. Download it and save it as a PDF file for future use.
Understanding XAT Cut-offs for XLRI
After the results, XLRI will release the cut-off scores. A cut-off is the minimum score a candidate needs to get to be considered for the next stage of the admission process, which is usually a Personal Interview (PI). The XAT 2026 exam had a similar difficulty level to the previous year's exam. Because of this, the cut-off scores are not expected to increase much this year.
Here are the previous year's XAT cut-offs for reference, which can help you understand what to expect:
XLRI XAT Cut-offs: MBA Business Management (BM)
| Category | QA (Quantitative Ability) | VALR (Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning) | DM (Decision Making) | Overall Score |
| Engineer/Tech Male | 88 | 84 | 84 | 96 |
| Engineer/Tech Female | 82 | 80 | 80 | 91 |
| Non-Engineer Male | 88 | 84 | 84 | 96 |
| Non-Engineer Female | 82 | 80 | 80 | 91 |
XLRI XAT Cut-offs: MBA Human Resource Management (HRM)
| Category | QA (Quantitative Ability) | VALR (Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning) | DM (Decision Making) | Overall Score |
| Engineer/Tech Male | 83 | 90 | 87 | 95 |
| Engineer/Tech Female | 73 | 85 | 80 | 90 |
| Non-Engineer Male | 76 | 90 | 87 | 93 |
| Non-Engineer Female | 78 | 85 | 80 | 87 |
What Happens After the Results?
After the XAT 2026 cut-offs are announced, XLRI will begin the process of shortlisting candidates for Personal Interviews (PI). This shortlist will be made based on several factors, including:
- The candidate’s XAT score.
- Their past academic record (marks in school and college).
- Any work experience they may have.
Important Dates to Remember
- XAT 2026 Exam Date: January 4, 2026
- XAT 2026 Result Declaration: January 16, 2026
- XLRI XAT Cut-offs Release: Expected next week
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official XAT website for the latest updates on cut-offs and the PI shortlisting process.
