The XAT 2026 provisional answer key has been released for students who appeared for the exam. Candidates can now download this answer key and also submit objections if they find any errors in it. The special window to raise objections is now open on the official website, xatonline.in .
The XAT exam, also known as the Xavier Aptitude Test, is a national-level entrance exam for admission to MBA and PGDM courses at XLRI Jamshedpur and other business schools in India. It is a very important exam for students planning to study management after their graduation.
The exam body had already released the XAT 2026 response sheet on January 6, 2026 . This response sheet showed the answers marked by each candidate during the exam. Now, with the provisional answer key, students can compare their marked answers with the correct ones and calculate their likely scores.
Key Dates for XAT 2026 Answer Key
Here are the important dates related to the XAT 2026 exam and answer key process:
| Event | Date |
| XAT 2026 Exam Date | January 4, 2026 |
| XAT 2026 Response Sheet Release | January 6, 2026 |
| XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key Release | January 9, 2026 |
| Objection Window Live | January 9, 2026 onwards |
What is a Provisional Answer Key?
A provisional answer key is like a first draft of the correct answers for an exam. The exam authorities release it to allow students to check the answers and point out any mistakes. If a student believes an answer provided in the key is wrong, they can raise an objection. This process helps ensure fairness and accuracy.
How to Download XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key
To download your answer key, follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official XAT website: xatonline.in .
- Look for the link that says "Answer Key Objection" or similar. Click on it.
- You will need to enter your login details. This includes your application number and password .
- After logging in, find and click on the option to download or raise an objection.
- Download the answer key to your computer or phone.
- Check the details carefully to compare with your own responses.
How to Raise an Objection Against XAT 2026 Answer Key
If you find any incorrect answers in the provisional key, you can challenge them. Here is how:
- Visit the XAT official website: xatonline.in .
- Click on the "XAT Key and Objection" link.
- Enter your login credentials (application number and password).
- Once logged in, you will see a list of questions. Select the question IDs for which you want to raise an objection.
- You must upload a document or proof that supports your claim that the answer is wrong. This could be a page from a textbook or any official source.
- Finally, click on the "Submit" button to send your objection.
The exam authority will check all the objections received from students. If they find any objection to be correct, they will change the provisional answer key. A revised answer key, called the XAT final answer key 2026 , will then be released. The final result of the XAT 2026 exam will be prepared based on this final answer key.
XAT 2026 Exam Overview
The XAT 2026 exam was held on January 4, 2026 . Experts noted that the difficulty level of the exam was moderate, much like the previous year. Because of this, it is expected that the cut-off scores for admission to colleges like XLRI will not increase this year.
Students should check their answer keys and raise objections within the given timeframe to ensure their scores are calculated accurately. Stay updated on the official XAT website for further announcements regarding the final answer key and results.
