The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET UG 2026 answer key. Candidates who appeared for the undergraduate medical entrance exam can now download the answer key from the official website, neet.nta.nic.in. The answer key includes the correct responses to all questions asked in the exam, allowing candidates to estimate their scores before the final results are announced.
How to Download NEET UG 2026 Answer Key
To download the answer key, candidates need to follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official NTA NEET website at neet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the link titled 'NEET UG 2026 Answer Key' available on the homepage.
- Enter your application number and date of birth to log in.
- The answer key will be displayed on the screen. Download and take a printout for future reference.
Raising Objections
If any candidate finds discrepancies in the answer key, they can raise objections online. The objection window is open from May 6 to May 10, 2026. Candidates must provide valid evidence to support their claims. A non-refundable fee of Rs. 200 per question will be charged for each objection raised. The NTA will review all objections, and if found valid, the answer key will be revised accordingly.
Important Dates
- Answer Key Release: May 6, 2026
- Last Date to Raise Objections: May 10, 2026
- Result Announcement: Expected by June 2026
The NEET UG 2026 exam was conducted on May 2, 2026, across various centers in India. Over 20 lakh candidates registered for the exam this year. The final result will be prepared based on the revised answer key after considering all valid objections. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
