XAT 2026 Question Paper with Answers (Memory Based); PDF Download
Xavier Aptitude Test 2026 ( XAT )
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.
Latest - XAT 2026 exam live updates - question paper analysis, answer key, diffculty level, expected cut offs
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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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XAT Decision Making questions can be tricky. Key is to understand what solution is being discussed in it. To crack this section of XAT, practice a variety of Decision Making questions.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 9 hours ago
One will need 3-4 hours of preparation if they are planning to complete XAT syllabus in 6 months.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 10 hours ago
The best study materials to prepare for XAT exam include a mix of books, previous years' papers, and mock test. Some books focused at XAT preparation are tabulated below:
| Best Books | Author |
|---|---|
| Jabbing the XAT | RK Jha |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | Arihant Publications |
| Target XAT | Disha Publications |
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 10 hours ago
Sections in the XAT exam, including Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation remain consistent. However, the exam pattern, question count, and structure may change annually.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 hours ago
Important topics from XAT quantitative aptitude section include Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time-Speed-Distance, Averages), Geometry & Mensuration, Algebra (Equations, Progressions), Number Systems, and Modern Math (Probability, P&C).
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 11 hours ago
Completing XAT syllabus requires 3 to 6 months, with 6-8 months for thorough preparation, including mock test analysis and practise using previous year XAT question papers.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 hours ago
Some of the top books to cover XAT syllabus include
| Book | Author |
|---|---|
| Jabbing the XAT | RK Jha |
| Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
| QA/LR books | Arun Sharma or RS Aggarwal |
For Decision Making, candidates can refer to past papers for XAT preparation
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 hours ago
XAT syllabus is considered extensive and challenging. It is often viewed as more comprehensive than other management exams. Sections like Decision Making and an Essay is also included in the XAT exam syllabus.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 hours ago
The XAT Decision Making section consists of approximately 21-22 case-based questions designed to evaluate the ability to analyse complex, real-life, and professional scenarios.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 11 hours ago
Some of the important topics for XAT preparation include:
- Decision Making: Managerial/ethical dilemmas
- Quantitative Ability: Arithmetic, geometry, and algebra
- Verbal Ability: Reading comprehension, often with poetic passages.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 14 hours ago
Major topics under XAT and CAT syllabus are similar. Common sections include Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, and Verbal Ability. While the sections are same the syllabus is not identical. XAT also includes unique sections, namely Decision Making and General Knowledge.
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Contributor-Level 6
Yes, solving XAT question paper is of immense help in exam preparation as one can get an idea of the exam pattern, difficulty level of the questions, and learn time management. The XAT question papers of previous years also give you an idea of what type of questions (Reading Comprehension passages and poem) are asked in XAT. In fact, preparation of Decision Making section is totally dependent on XAT question papers. XAT question papers of previous years also act as practice test providing you with the opportunity to master speed and time management.
Candidates must solve previous years’ XAT questions paper of at least last five years, so that they are aware of the latest type of questions especially poem, RC passages and Decision Making passages.