NEET UG Answer Key 2026 Out – Download Provisional Answer Key PDF & Raise Objections

NEET UG Answer Key 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET UG Answer Key 2026 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026 can now download the provisional answer key, response sheet, and question paper PDF to estimate their scores.

Along with the answer key, NTA has also activated the objection window, allowing candidates to challenge any incorrect answers by submitting supporting documents and the prescribed fee before the last date. After reviewing all objections, NTA will publish the final answer key, based on which the NEET UG Result 2026 will be prepared.

NEET UG Answer Key 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

How to Download NEET UG Answer Key 2026

1. Visit the official NTA NEET website.
2. Click on NEET UG Answer Key 2026.
3. Login using your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth.
4. View the provisional answer key and response sheet.
5. Download the PDF for future reference.

How to Raise Objections

Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key can submit objections by following these steps:

1. Login to the official portal.
2. Click on Challenge Answer Key.
3. Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
4. Upload supporting documents.
5. Pay the prescribed objection fee (if applicable).
6. Submit the objection before the deadline.

NTA will review all valid objections before releasing the final answer key.

Details Available in the Answer Key

• Question Number
• Correct Answer
• Question Paper Code
• Candidate Response
• Response Sheet
• Objection Details

How to Calculate Your Expected Score

Candidates can estimate their probable marks using the official NEET marking scheme:

• Correct Answer: +4 Marks
• Incorrect Answer: -1 Mark
• Unanswered Question: 0 Marks

Compare your responses with the provisional answer key to calculate your expected score before the declaration of results.

What’s Next After the Answer Key?

After the objection process is completed:

• NTA will release the Final Answer Key.
• NEET UG Result 2026 will be declared.
• Qualified candidates can participate in All India Quota (AIQ) and State Counselling for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, B.Sc. Nursing, and other medical courses.

Documents Required During Counselling

• NEET UG Scorecard
• Admit Card
• Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Identity Proof
• Passport-size Photographs

NEET UG Answer Key 2026 Important Links