The XAT 2026 examination has concluded and initial reactions from candidates and experts suggest that the paper stayed true to its reputation of testing analytical depth and decision making ability. Overall, the exam was considered moderate in difficulty, though it required strong conceptual clarity and effective time management to perform well across all sections. Aspirants found the paper balanced but demanding, with a few sections clearly standing out in terms of complexity.
The Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning section was largely manageable for well prepared candidates. Reading comprehension passages were of moderate length and difficulty, while questions on grammar, vocabulary, and reasoning focused more on comprehension and logic rather than rote learning. Students who maintained accuracy and avoided over attempting found this section to be a good scoring opportunity.
The Decision Making section once again emerged as a defining component of the XAT exam. Questions were based on real life business and ethical scenarios, requiring candidates to evaluate situations carefully before choosing the most appropriate response. Many test takers reported that while the questions were not conceptually difficult, the close options made this section time consuming and tricky, rewarding those with clarity of thought and patience.
Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation proved to be the most challenging part of the paper for a majority of candidates. Lengthy calculations, multi step data interpretation sets, and a mix of arithmetic, algebra, and geometry increased the difficulty level. Speed and selection of the right questions played a crucial role here, as attempting too many could easily impact accuracy.
The General Knowledge section was comparatively easier and featured a balanced mix of current affairs and static topics. Although this section does not directly influence percentile calculation, it remains important during the final selection stages, making a decent performance beneficial for overall evaluation.
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