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XAT 2026 is one of the most prominent national-level MBA entrance examinations in India. Conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur, the Xavier Aptitude Test score is accepted by more than 160 management institutes across the country for MBA and PGDM admissions. XAT accepting colleges in 2026 include some of the most reputed private and autonomous B-schools known for academic excellence, strong placements, and industry-oriented curriculum.
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Candidates securing high percentiles in XAT 2026 can get admission opportunities in reputed institutes such as XLRI Jamshedpur, XIM Bhubaneswar, MICA Ahmedabad, IMT Ghaziabad, TAPMI Manipal, GIM Goa, and KJ Somaiya Mumbai.
Some of the leading MBA colleges accepting XAT 2026 scores are listed below:
XIM University Bhubaneswar
MICA Ahmedabad
IMT Ghaziabad, Nagpur, Hyderabad
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai and Gurgaon
Goa Institute of Management (GIM)
FORE School of Management, New Delhi
Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA)
Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA), Chennai
These institutes offer MBA, PGDM, and specialised management programmes with strong placement outcomes.
College Name | Expected XAT Cutoff Percentile |
XLRI Jamshedpur | 95 – 99+ |
XLRI Delhi NCR | 93 – 98 |
90 – 94 | |
MICA Ahmedabad | 85 – 90 |
IMT Ghaziabad | 90 – 94 |
TAPMI Manipal | 85 – 90 |
GIM Goa | 85 – 90 |
85 – 90 | |
KJ Somaiya Mumbai | 85 – 88 |
FORE School of Management | 80 – 85 |
IRMA Anand | 80 – 85 |
LIBA Chennai | 80 – 85 |
Note: Percentiles are indicative based on previous year trends and may vary.
The expected XAT cutoff for top colleges generally ranges between 90 to 99+ percentile.
XLRI usually shortlists candidates above 95 percentile, while institutes such as IMT Ghaziabad, GIM Goa, and TAPMI Manipal consider candidates in the 85 to 95 percentile range.
Why Choose XAT Colleges for MBA?
MBA colleges accepting XAT scores are preferred by aspirants due to:
Strong industry connections
Consistent placement performance
Case-based learning methodology
Experienced faculty members
International exposure and exchange programmes
Phase 02 Applications Window Closing on 23rd January 2026 | 100% Placement Record | Average CTC 12.75 LPA | Highest CTC 40.31 LPA | Median CTC 12.49 LPA
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Candidates must select preferred institutes while filling the XAT 2026 application form. After the declaration of XAT results, many colleges also allow separate applications through their official admission portals.
XAT accepting colleges in 2026 continue to remain a preferred choice for MBA aspirants aiming for quality management education and strong career opportunities. Candidates are advised to check college-wise cutoffs, selection criteria, and application timelines carefully before applying. A competitive XAT score combined with a strong academic and personal profile can significantly improve admission chances.
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