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XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Now: Download Final key PDF

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Jan 06, 2026

Latest Updates:

    • January 05, 2026: Here we have discussed XAT Result 2026 date, expected release time, score vs percentile, scorecard details, and steps to check results online easily.Read More
    • January 06, 2026: XAT 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet expected today, Jan 6! Get live updates on the XLRI official link, memory-based solutions, and steps to calculate your score immediately upon release.Read More
    XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Now: Download Final key PDF

    XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Now

    XAT 2026 has been conducted successfully, and XLRI Jamshedpur has released the XAT response sheet on its official website. While the official XAT answer key is released later, Cracku will publish the unofficial answer key within 20 minutes of the response sheet release, helping candidates quickly check their answers and estimate their expected raw score.

    Steps to download response sheet

    1. Go to the official website and login

    2. Click on the Download Admit Card Button and login again

    3. Copy the response sheet URL

    4. Google Cracku XAT Score Calculator and paste the copied link in the given space.

    5. You will get the raw score and percentile.

    The response sheet will show all the answers marked by candidates during the exam. By using XAT Score Calculator, candidates can analyse their performance and assess their chances of shortlisting for XLRI and other top B-schools accepting XAT scores.

    Download Cracku's XAT Final Answer Key PDF

    What is the XAT Answer Key 2026?

    XAT Answer Key 2026 is an official publication that lists all the correct answers to the questions on the XAT 2026 exam. The XAT answer key is published on the XAT exam website, and the individual response sheet is also made available at this time, allowing candidates to check their answers against the answer key (identify any incorrect answers), calculate expected test scores, and assess performance on an individual test section before results are released.

    XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Updates

    • 6 January 2026, 4:41 pm

      XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Updates: XAT 2026 Cutoff for Non-XAMI Colleges

      Target Scores for SPJIMR, IMT, and XIMB

      • SPJIMR Mumbai: 93.5 – 95.0 %ile (31.5 – 33.5 marks)
      • XIMB Bhubaneswar: 91.0 – 93.0 %ile (30.5 – 32.5 marks)
      • IMT Ghaziabad: 90.0 – 92.0 %ile (29.0 – 31.0 marks)
    • 6 January 2026, 4:36 pm

      XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Updates: Section-wise Difficulty Breakdown

      • QADI: Ranked as "Moderate-Difficult." Geometry and Algebra dominated.
      • VALR: Higher weightage on Critical Reasoning compared to standard RC.
      • DM: Caselets were "Moderate" but lengthier than 2025.
    • 6 January 2026, 4:29 pm

      XAT Answer Key 2026 Live Updates: Financials of challenging the key

      Fee: A fee of ₹500 per question is required for objections.

      Refund: The fee is typically refunded only if the official key is actually overturned.

      Maruti Sir's Tip: Only challenge questions with "valid academic justification." Don't challenge the Decision Making section unless you have a strong logical precedent.

    Also Read, XAT Exam Analysis 2026, Difficulty Level, Good Attempts

    XAT Score Calculator 2026

    XAT Answer Key 2026 Release Date

    Cracku releases the XAT answer keys to provide transparency regarding the evaluation of applicants on the same day of response sheet in fact after 20 minutes of the response sheet release. Applicants will then have the opportunity to raise any questions or concerns associated with the XAT Answer Key before the publication of the final answer keys.

    Expected Timeline for XAT Answer Key 2026

    Event

    Date

    XAT 2026 Exam Date

    4 January 2026

    Objection Window

    8 -10 January 2026

    Response Sheet Release Date

    6 January 2026 

    Final Answer Key Release Date

    9th January 2026  (Expected)

    XAT 2026 Result Declaration

    15th January 2026 (Expected)

    Also Read, XAT Score vs Percentile 2026, Score Required for 99, 95%ile

    XAT Answer Key 2026 Download Link

    XAT Answer Key 2026 download link will not be available on the official XAT website along with XAT response sheet, but it will be available after the objection window and that will be final answer key. candidates are required to download the response sheet from XLRI website. Candidates must log in using their registered credentials to access the answer key, response sheet, and objection submission portal through the same dashboard.

    • Official Website: xatonline.in
    • Mode of Access: Online login only

    How to Download XAT Answer Key 2026?

    Candidates can download the XAT 2026 answer key from the button given above. The answer key will be released a couple of days after the XAT response sheet, helping candidates easily compare their answers and estimate scores.

    Steps to Download XAT Answer Key 2026:-

    1. Visit the official website xatonline.in
    2. Click on “XAT 2026 Answer Key / Response Sheet”
    3. Log in using your XAT User ID and Password
    4. View the answer key and response sheet
    5. Download and save the PDF

    How to Calculate Score Using XAT Answer Key 2026?

    XAT answer key helps candidates calculate their expected score using the official marking scheme. By matching responses with the correct answers and applying the marking rules, candidates can predict their raw score and estimate their percentile range. The other and simple method to calculate score without any mistake is by simply putting your response sheet link in the XAT Score Calculator and the button for the same is given below:

    How to use XAT Score Calculator:-

    • Login to XAT 2026 official website
    • Click on "Candidate Response" and copy the response sheet link
    • Paste the link in the text box above and click on Submit

    How to Raise Objection Against XAT Answer Key 2026?

    XLRI provides candidates with an opportunity to challenge the provisional answer key if they find any incorrect answers. Objections must be submitted online within the specified timeframe along with valid justification or supporting documents.

    Steps to Raise Objection:-

    1. Log in to the official XAT website
    2. Click on “Raise Objection Against Answer Key”
    3. Select the question to be challenged
    4. Upload supporting explanation or documents
    5. Pay the objection fee (if applicable)
    6. Submit before the deadline

    After reviewing objections, XLRI releases the final XAT answer key, which is used to prepare the results.

    Important Points to Remember about XAT Answer Key 2026

    Candidates should keep the following points in mind while using the XAT answer key to avoid confusion during the evaluation process.

    • The answer key is released before the result declaration
    • Objections are allowed only during the official window
    • The final answer key is binding for result preparation
    • GK section scores are not included in percentile calculation
    • Sectional cut-offs are not released with the answer key

    What Happens After the XAT Answer Key 2026?

    Once the final answer key is released, XLRI begins the result compilation process. Percentiles are calculated based on the final responses, after which XLRI and other participating institutes start shortlisting candidates for further selection rounds.

    XAT Answer Key 2026: Conclusion

    The XAT Answer Key 2026 helps candidates check how well they have performed in the exam before the official results are announced. By comparing their response sheet with the answer key, candidates can estimate their raw score, check their accuracy, and get an early idea of whether they may clear sectional and overall cut-offs.

    If candidates find any incorrect answers in the provisional answer key, they should use the objection window to raise their concerns. Once the final answer key is released, it is used for preparing the results and cannot be challenged further. Keeping track of official dates and using score calculators can help candidates plan their next steps confidently for XLRI and other institutes accepting XAT scores.

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