XAT 2026 answer key expected to be released soon: Check where and how to access response sheets
XAT 2026 answer key: The Xavier School of Management (XLRI) is expected to release the Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet soon. Once released, candidates will be able to check and download them from the official website, xatonline.in.Candidates who appeared for the XAT 2026 exam for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programmes will be able to access the answer key and response sheet in PDF format. To log in, candidates will need their XAT ID, password and security pin.
XAT 2026 exam details
The XAT 2026 examination was conducted on January 4 in computer-based test (CBT) mode. The exam was held from 2 pm to 5 pm across 109 cities in India.The question paper included 95 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections:
- Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning: 26 questions
- Decision Making: 21 questions
- Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation: 28 questions
- General Knowledge: 20 questions
XAT 2026 marking scheme
- +1 mark for each correct answer
- –0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
- –0.10 mark deducted after eight consecutive unattempted questions
- No negative marking for the General Knowledge section
XAT 2026 answer key and response sheet: Steps to download
Once the links are activated, candidates can follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website xatonline.in
- Click on the “XAT 2026 response sheet” link
- Enter the XAT ID and date of birth
- Click on the “Candidate response” option
- The
XAT 2026 response sheet will appear on the screen - Download the PDF and take a printout for future reference
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official XAT website for updates regarding the release of the answer key and response sheet.
XAT 2026: Important details
