The National Testing Agency (NTA) is anticipated to release the provisional answer key and recorded response sheets for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 shortly on its official website, nta.ac.in. The examination was conducted in a single shift from 2 PM to 5 PM across the country, with approximately 22.79 lakh candidates registered this year.
Expected Timeline and Process
According to official sources, the answer keys are likely to be published within a month of the exam. Once released, candidates must download both the answer key and their response sheets to verify answers and calculate their expected scores. The NTA will also activate a challenge window simultaneously, allowing candidates to raise objections against specific questions or answers. Each challenge must be supported with valid proof and submitted with a non-refundable fee per question. Only legitimate objections will be considered before the final answer key is issued.
Steps to Download NEET UG 2026 Answer Key
Candidates can follow the steps below to download the answer key from the official website:
- Visit the official NEET UG website at neet.nta.nic.in.
- Locate the active link for the answer key challenge portal on the homepage or under the latest notifications section.
- Click on the “Challenge Answer Key” option.
- Log in using your application number, password, and security pin to access your dashboard.
- Select the specific question(s) you wish to challenge from the displayed answer key list.
- Upload valid supporting documents or academic proof to justify your objection.
- Pay the prescribed non-refundable fee for each question challenged through the online payment mode.
- Carefully review all details and submit your challenge request.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference and tracking.
Aspirants are advised to stay tuned to the official website for complete details regarding the NEET UG 2026 answer key. For further updates, candidates can also check reliable sources like TOI for AP SSC Result 2026 and other exam-related news.
