XAT 2026 Question Paper with Answers (Memory Based); PDF Download
Xavier Aptitude Test 2026 ( XAT )
Exam On - 3 Jan '27
XAT 2026 question paper was moderate in terms of difficulty level. Check here section wise analysis of the XAT exam paper 2026 and download PDF.
XAT 2026 question paper
XAT 2026 question paper and answer key will be released by XLRI in the next 3-4 days. The exam was held today and the question paper was moderate. Quantitative Aptitude and Decision Making sections were moderate. English and GK sections of XAT 2026 were easy. Shiksha has provided below XAT question paper 2026 analysis. The official XAT 2026 response sheet and question paper PDF will be shared here once released. XLRI will also release the XAT 2026 answer key. It will be available through login. Meanwhile, test takers can check here memory based XAT 2026 questions and answer keys.
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- XAT Answer Key 2026 (Memory Based)
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- XAT 2026 Questions Paper: Difficulty Level
XAT Answer Key 2026 (Memory Based)
Question: Jamshedpur to Kolkata question on time-distance and speed.
Answer: 21/11
Question: Blueberries and mangoes on profit and loss.
Answer: 2115
Question: Circular pond. Speed of man and speed of water. Time calculation.
Answer: 4 min, 30 secs.
Question: Related to f (0, y).
Answer: 7
Question: Right attempt, wrong attempt, unanswered questions.
Answer 48
Question: m+n2+x3 = 50.
Answer: 16
Question on circles.
Answer: 4
Question: Concentrix circle.
Answer 1980
Question: Right angle triangle.
Answer: 700000
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XAT Question Paper 2026
The exam pattern of XAT 2026 question paper was same as last year. Here’s a table indicating the sectional break-up of the XAT 2026 question paper.
| XAT Sections |
No. of Questions |
Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Decision Making |
21 |
21 |
| Verbal and Logical Ability |
26 |
26 |
| Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation |
28 |
28 |
| General Knowledge |
20 |
20 |
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XAT 2026 Questions Paper: Difficulty Level
Give below are the difficulty levels of all the sections of XAT question paper 2026 and number of good attempts that will get candidates good score.
| XAT Sections |
Level of Difficulty |
Number of Good Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| Decision Making |
Moderate |
11-12 |
| Verbal and Logical Ability |
Easy |
13-14 |
| Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation |
Moderate to tough |
18-19 |
| General Knowledge |
Moderate |
10-11 |
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Yes, CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT scores are valid for KIITEE MBA. Candidates applying online will be required to submit copies of their mark sheets and other supporting documents.
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Standard books useful across these exams include Quantitative Aptitude by Arun Sharma or R.S. Aggarwal, Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha, and Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis for building a strong vocabulary.
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It might be difficult to get admission at XIME Kohchi with 88% in XAT. The institute accepts a 99.99% in XAT. However, these rules may change in the future; students are recommended to visit the Shiksha official page for the latest updates.
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Candidates can apply by selecting the course and campus option while filling out the XAT application form. There is no separate application form for XLRI courses.
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XLRI Jamshedpur officially releases the XAT registration and application form. It is made available online on their official exam website, xatonline.in. Candidates must register on this portal to apply for the exam and for XLRI admission
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The XAT application process is facilitated online. Candidates must visit the official website to register, fill the form, upload scanned documents, and pay the exam fee.
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Candidates holding a bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised university can apply for XAT exam. Final year graduation students are also eligible to apply.
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