St. Xavier's University, Kolkata successfully organized XAVRANG 2026, its flagship inter-college cultural and sports fest, with the support of the Xavier's Students' Board and the Sports Society. The event witnessed participation from over 60 colleges across Kolkata and beyond, making it one of the largest student gatherings hosted by the university. The Pre-XAVRANG Sports Events were held on 22nd and 23rd December 2025, and were inaugurated by the Vice-Chancellor, Fr. John Felix Raj, SJ, on the university grounds before the commencement of the football tournament. The pre-fest sporting events included Football, Table Tennis, and Chess.

The main sports events were conducted during XAVRANG 2026 on 16th and 17th January 2026, featuring Basketball, Volleyball, Tug of War, and, for the first time, a BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) Esports Tournament. The competitions saw enthusiastic participation from both men and women athletes, attracting large numbers of participants and spectators. The overwhelming response and spirited competition contributed significantly to the grand success of XAVRANG 2026, further strengthening the university's culture of sportsmanship, inclusivity, and student engagement.