XAT 2026 Answer Key: Release Soon, How to Download & Challenge

The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2026 provisional answer key is expected to be released very soon. This key will allow students to check their answers after taking the exam. Students who appeared for the XAT 2026 exam on January 4, 2026, should regularly visit the official website, xatonline.in, to find the answer key. Before the provisional answer key, the candidate response sheet was already released. This response sheet showed each student the answers they marked during the exam. Now, the provisional answer key will provide the correct answers, helping students estimate their scores before the official results are out.

XAT 2026 Answer Key: Important Dates to Remember

Here are the key dates related to the XAT 2026 exam and its answer key:

How to Download Your XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key

Once released, students can easily download the XAT 2026 provisional answer key from the official website. Follow these simple steps:

• First, open your internet browser and go to the official XAT website: xatonline.in.
• On the homepage, look for a link that says 'Answer Key Objection' or 'XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key'. Click on this link.
• You will then be asked to log in. Enter your XAT 2026 application number and your password in the required fields.
• After logging in, you will find an option to 'Download' the provisional answer key or 'Raise Objection'. Click on the download option.
• The answer key will appear on your screen. You can download it as a PDF file to your computer or phone.
• Once downloaded, carefully check the answers given in the key against your own responses from the candidate response sheet.

How to Challenge the XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key

If you believe there is a mistake in any of the answers provided in the provisional answer key, you have the option to challenge it. The exam authority (XLRI) allows students to raise objections within a specific timeframe. Here is how you can do it:

• Go to the official XAT website: xatonline.in, and log in using your application number and password.
• Look for the section or link specifically for 'Objections' or 'Challenge Answer Key'.
• You will see a list of questions. Select the Question ID for the question(s) you want to challenge.
• For each question you challenge, you must provide clear proof or a document to support your claim. This could be from a textbook or an official source that shows why the answer key's answer is wrong and what the correct answer should be.
• After selecting the questions and uploading your supporting documents, click on the 'Submit' button to send your objection.

Important Points to Remember for Raising Objections

• The window for raising objections will be open only for a limited period. Make sure you submit your challenges well before the deadline.
• Only raise an objection if you are confident there is an error and you have strong, valid proof to back up your claim.
• Challenging answers might involve a fee per question, so check the official notice for details before you proceed.

About the XAT 2026 Exam

The XAT 2026 examination was conducted on January 4, 2026, across various centers. The overall difficulty level of the exam was considered moderate, which means it was neither too easy nor too hard. This level of difficulty was similar to the XAT exam conducted in the previous year. Based on this, experts believe that the cut-off scores for admission to top institutions like XLRI, which accept XAT scores, are expected to remain similar to last year and are not likely to increase significantly this year. Students should await the final answer key and official results for accurate score calculation.