XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key Expected Soon at xatonline.in; Objection Window to Open Simultaneously

On the official site of the XAT, the provisional answer key is about to be released, as the response sheet is already live, which means that soon we can expect the provisional answer key. Currently, no official date is out. The exam already took place on the 4th Jan, 2026. One initial feedback has been received, sharing that the exam level was moderate and not too hard compared to the previous year. So, the candidate can assume that the cut-off will be stable.

XAT 2026 Answer Key: What Candidates Should Know

• There is no way that the provisional answer key will be released in offline mode, so candidates can view the provisional answer key online only. 
• To access the provisional key, log login using the application number and password.
• Objection-raising window will soon be activated with the answer key later.
• For a limited period, objections will be accepted.

Candidates are advised to review the answer key carefully before raising any challenges.

How to Download XAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key

After the release of the provisional answer key of XAT, follow these easy steps to download:

1. First, visit the ‍‍‍‍‍xatonline.in 
2. Then search for the text which says something similar to XAT 2026 Answer Key / Objection
3. After that, initiate a login using the application number and password.  
4. Then download the provisional answer key 
5. Lastly, download and verify your responses 

XAT 2026 Answer Key Objection Process

For all those candidates who have found any issues or errors in the provisional answer key can raise their voice during the objection window timeline. 

Steps to Raise an Objection:

1. Find the login option on the XAT candidate dashboard. 
2. After that, select the option of “raise objection.” 
3. Then, after choosing the relevant question IDs.
4. Then, after sharing the supporting documents or justifications.
5. At last, submit the objection within the given deadline

Note that only objections with a meaning and backed by valid academic information will be considered by the relevant authorities. 

Important Advisory for Candidates

• Note that not all objections will be given importance. So, only raise if it's necessary.
• Keep a copy of the submitted objection for reference
• Keep checking the official site of the XAT for the regular updates needed to have clarity and not miss the result declaration update. 

Conclusion

The XAT 2026 provisional answer key is not yet live and will be live soon. Be aware of the updates released on the official site in order to have an idea about the latest notifications and info about the provisional answer key. Even with those other objections regarding the final answer key, results will be available soon.