What is the total duration of the XAT 2026 exam?

The exam lasts 180 minutes in total, with Part 1 being 170 minutes and Part 2 lasting 10 minutes.

Is there negative marking in XAT 2026?

Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the VALR, Decision Making, and Quantitative sections. The GK section has no negative marking.

Yes, but if the candidate skips more than 8 questions, they will lose 0.10 marks per extra skipped question.

No, essay writing has been removed from the main exam. However, XLRI may evaluate it later during interviews.

XAT 2026

Exam Mode :

Online Test

Exam Mode :

Online Test