XAT 2026 Response Sheet (Out): Official Download Link, Release Date & Steps

Overview: XAT 2026 response sheet is out! Download your response PDF from xatonline.in, check answer key updates, calculate score, and know result date & cutoff trends.

• Candidates can now log in to their dashboard and download the PDF containing the question paper, section-wise questions, and their marked responses.
• The official XAT 2026 answer key is expected shortly and will help you verify your answers and estimate your score. 

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XAT Response Sheet 2026: Live Status

Status	Released on 6th Jan 2026
XAT 2026 Exam Date	4 January 2026 (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Expected Response Sheet + Answer Key	January 2026 (Week 2) (tentative)
Official Portal	Open XAT Official Website (xatonline.in)

Quick Links: XAT Application Form 2026 | XAT Exam 2026 | XAT Exam Date 2026 | XAT Eligibility 2026

Download XAT 2026 Official Response Sheet Link 

Scroll down to know how to download the XAT exam response sheet 2026!

Live Updates Snapshot (6 January 2026)

You can keep this as a short summary at the top of the live blog:

• 1:33 PM, 6 Jan 2026 – XAT 2026 response sheet released; candidates can log in and download their response sheet PDF from the student dashboard.
• 1:01–1:18 PM, 6 Jan 2026 – Response sheet download link active in candidate login; response sheet visible in dashboard after login.

Answer key status – The Official XAT 2026 answer key has not yet been released; it is expected soon on the same portal.

How to Download XAT Response Sheet 2026 (Step-by-Step)

What you need: XAT ID + Password (or reset access)

Official portal: xatonline.in

• Visit the official XAT portal and open the candidate login.
• Enter your XAT ID and password (use “Forgot Password” if required).
• Go to your dashboard and find the tab for Response Sheet / Candidate Responses (label may vary).
• Click “Download” to save the XAT response sheet 2026 as a PDF.
• Open the file and verify your marked responses section-wise.

Tip: If the portal is slow, try again after a few minutes or switch to another browser/device.

Check Direct Link: XAT 2026 Response Sheet (Official)

What To Do After You Download the XAT 2026 Response Sheet

1. Save the PDF and double-check your name/XAT ID.
2. Match your marked answers with the provisional answer key once released.
3. Estimate your score (only after the key is out) and track expected cut-offs.
4. Watch for objection updates (only if XLRI opens a challenge window).
5. Wait for result & scorecard on the official portal.

 XAT Exam Analysis 2026 XAT Cut Off 2026 XAT Result 2026

XAT 2026 Answer Key (Where to Check Correct Answers)

The XAT 2026 response sheet shows your marked answers. To check the official correct answers and updates on the objection process (if activated by XLRI), refer to our dedicated XAT answer key page.

Check: XAT Answer Key 2026 (Provisional)

XAT Response Sheet Download Not Working? Try These Fixes

1) “Response Sheet” is not showing in the dashboard

• It may not be activated yet. Recheck after some time (especially during peak hours).
• Log out and login again, then refresh the dashboard.
• Try opening the portal in an incognito/private window.

2) Login issue / incorrect password

• Use the Forgot Password option on the login page to reset your password.
• Ensure you are using the same credentials you used during XAT registration.

3) PDF not downloading or not opening

• Try a different browser (Chrome/Edge) or download on mobile once.
• Clear your browser's cache or disable any extensions that block downloads.
• If the PDF opens blank, re-download and check your internet stability.

4) Dashboard is slow / site not loading

• This commonly happens right after release due to heavy traffic. Retry after 10–20 minutes.
• Switch networks (Wi-Fi ↔ mobile data) and try again.

5) Details mismatch on the response sheet

• Cross-check your name, XAT ID, and responses carefully.
• If there is a genuine mismatch, use the official support/helpdesk instructions available on the portal.

Details Mentioned on XAT Response Sheet 2026

The XAT 2026 response sheet is a candidate-wise record of your attempted answers. After downloading, you will typically find details like:

• Candidate’s name and XAT ID / Registration ID
• Exam date & session (if shown)
• Question ID/question number (section-wise)
• Options (A/B/C/D/E) and the option marked by you
• Attempt status (attempted/unattempted)
• Any booklet/set or paper code (if provided)

Note: The response sheet usually shows your marked responses, not the official correct answers. The correct answers are released separately in the XAT provisional answer key (when XLRI publishes it).

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Also Read | XAT Exam Eligibility 2026: Registration & Many more

How to Download the XAT Answer Key 2026: Steps to Follow

To download your XAT answer key and XAT exam response sheet 2026 by following the steps:

Steps	Process to Follow
Step 1	Visit the official website of XAT (xatonline.in)
Step 2	Click on the “Response Sheet” tab
Step 3	Login using the XAT User ID and password.
Step 4	The combined Provisional and Response Sheet can be generated by clicking the respective button.
Step 5	The generated combined document of the Provisional and Response Sheet can be downloaded using the download option.

The downloaded Provisional XAT Answer Key will have the following details:

• Registration ID & name of the candidate
• Section-wise questions and the candidate's response to those questions
• The correct answer to all questions

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XAT Answer Key 2026 (Provisional): Download Link & Objection Window

Once released, the provisional XAT answer key 2026 will be available on the official portal. Use it with your XAT 2026 response sheet to estimate your score and decide whether to raise an objection (if the objection window is provided).

How to Calculate XAT Score 2026?

After downloading the XAT response sheet 2026, you should match your marked answer with the XAT answer key and calculate your XAT score.

To calculate your XAT score, add your marks in all four sections: Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge.

The XAT marking scheme includes 

Type of response	Marks allotted
Correct answer	+ 1 mark
Wrong answer	- 0.25 marks
Skipping more than 8 questions	-0.1 marks for each unattempted question beyond 8

Also Read | State Wise XAT Exam Centers in India

XAT Response Sheet 2026: How to Challenge the Answer Key?

While calculating your XAT exam score, if you find any mistake in either the question or answer, you can object to that. Here are the simple steps to object the XAT answer key you can follow:

Step 1: Visit the official website: xatonline.in

Step 2: Log in using the XAT user ID and password.

Step 3: Click on the “Raise Objection” tab.

Step 4: Enter the required details like question paper ID, question ID, etc.

Step 5: Upload the document with the correct answer and the proof of explanation.

Step 6: Pay the required fee for objecting.

Step 7: Click on the submit button.

Note*: The candidate can raise objection to the XAT answer key only for a limited time period. No requests will be entertained after XAT exam results are released.

Conclusion

The XAT 2026 response sheet will be available on the official portal after the exam. Once released, download it using your login to verify your marked responses and estimate your score using the provisional answer key. Keep checking this page for the live official link and the latest updates on the response sheet and answer key timeline.