The NEET UG 2026 Answer Key will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) at neet.nta.nic.in within 7–10 days of the exam held on May 3, 2026. Along with the provisional answer key, NTA will also release the OMR sheet (recorded responses) and the question paper PDF for each test booklet code. Over 26 lakh candidates who appeared for NEET UG 2026 can use the answer key to calculate their estimated score before the official result.
Candidates can challenge any question in the NEET UG 2026 Answer Key by paying a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question during the objection window. After reviewing all challenges, NTA will release the final answer key and declare the NEET UG 2026 result in the second or third week of June 2026. Unofficial answer keys from coaching institutes like Allen, Aakash, Resonance, and FIITJEE are typically released within 2–3 hours of the exam.
🔴 NEET UG 2026 Answer Key – Live Updates
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⏰ May 1, 2026: NEET UG 2026 exam is scheduled for May 3, 2026 (Sunday) from 2 PM to 5 PM. The NEET UG 2026 Answer Key by NTA is expected by mid-May 2026. Coaching institute keys will start appearing from 5 PM on May 3 itself. Bookmark this page — we will add direct links to all major answer keys as soon as they are released.
⏰ April 30, 2026: NTA has confirmed the NEET UG 2026 admit cards have been downloaded by over 90% of registered candidates. Once the exam is over, the response sheet will be available for download at neet.nta.nic.in using application number and password.
NEET UG 2026 Answer Key – Key Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NEET UG 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Date | May 3, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | Mid-May 2026 (expected) |
| Objection Window | 2–3 days after provisional key release |
| Objection Fee | ₹200 per question (non-refundable) |
| Final Answer Key | Second/third week of June 2026 (with result) |
| NEET UG 2026 Result | Second/third week of June 2026 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 correct / -1 incorrect / 0 unattempted |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
How to Download NEET UG 2026 Answer Key
- Visit the official NTA website neet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the NEET UG 2026 Answer Key link on the homepage
- Login using your Application Number, Password, and Security Pin
- Download the Question Paper, OMR Response Sheet, and Provisional Answer Key for your test booklet code
- Match your responses with the correct answers and calculate your estimated score
NEET UG 2026 Answer Key by Coaching Institutes
Within 2–3 hours of the exam ending on May 3, 2026, top coaching institutes will release their unofficial NEET UG 2026 Answer Key. Use these to estimate your score before NTA’s official key. Direct download links will be updated below as soon as they go live.
| Coaching Institute | Expected Release Time | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Career Institute | 5–6 PM, May 3 | To be updated |
| Aakash Institute | 6–7 PM, May 3 | To be updated |
| Resonance | 6–8 PM, May 3 | To be updated |
| FIITJEE | 7–8 PM, May 3 | To be updated |
| Motion Education | 7–9 PM, May 3 | To be updated |
| Career Point | May 4 | To be updated |
How to Calculate NEET UG 2026 Score Using Answer Key
Once you have the NEET UG 2026 Answer Key for your test booklet code, follow these steps to calculate your estimated score:
- Match each of your answers with the official answer key for your booklet code
- Count the total number of correct answers
- Count the total number of incorrect answers (do not count unattempted questions)
- Apply the formula: Score = (Correct × 4) − (Incorrect × 1)
- Predict your All India Rank using our NEET marks vs rank guide
Example: A candidate who attempts 160 questions, marks 130 correct and 30 incorrect: Score = (130 × 4) − (30 × 1) = 520 − 30 = 490 marks out of 720.
How to Challenge NEET UG 2026 Answer Key
NEET UG 2026 Answer Key Objection Process
If you find a question or answer in the provisional NEET UG 2026 Answer Key incorrect, you can challenge it during the objection window. Subject expert panels will review every challenge before issuing the final answer key.
- Login at neet.nta.nic.in using application number and password
- Click on Challenge Answer Key link
- Select the question you want to challenge
- Choose the option you believe is correct and upload supporting evidence (textbook reference, NCERT page, etc.)
- Pay ₹200 per question challenged (non-refundable)
- Submit and download the acknowledgement
Note: If your challenge is accepted, the fee is refunded for that specific question. The final answer key, once released, cannot be challenged.
NEET UG 2026 Expected Cutoff (Category-wise)
Once you calculate your score using the NEET UG 2026 Answer Key, compare it with the expected qualifying cutoff. For detailed analysis, see our NEET 2026 cutoff guide.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Expected Cutoff Score |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50th | 720 – 162 |
| OBC | 40th | 161 – 127 |
| SC | 40th | 161 – 127 |
| ST | 40th | 161 – 127 |
| UR-PwBD | 45th | 161 – 144 |
| OBC/SC/ST-PwBD | 40th | 146 – 127 |
NEET UG 2026 Result Date
The final NEET UG 2026 Answer Key and result are expected together in the second or third week of June 2026. The scorecard will display subject-wise marks, total score, percentile, All India Rank, and category rank. After the result, planning admissions becomes important — read our guide on what NEET rank gets you MBBS in a government college and NEET counselling for MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH courses.
NEET UG 2026 Answer Key FAQs
When will NEET UG 2026 Answer Key be released?
NTA usually releases the provisional NEET UG 2026 Answer Key within 7–10 days of the exam. Since the exam is on May 3, 2026, the answer key is expected by mid-May 2026. Unofficial keys from coaching institutes will be available within 2–3 hours of the exam.
Where can I download the NEET UG 2026 Answer Key?
The official NEET UG 2026 Answer Key will be available for download at neet.nta.nic.in. Candidates need to login using their application number, password, and security pin to access the key, OMR sheet, and question paper PDF.
How much is the NEET UG 2026 Answer Key challenge fee?
The challenge fee for NEET UG 2026 Answer Key is ₹200 per question. This fee is non-refundable, except in cases where the challenge is accepted by the subject expert panel. Payment is online only.
How is NEET UG 2026 score calculated using the answer key?
The NEET UG 2026 score is calculated as: (Correct Answers × 4) − (Incorrect Answers × 1). Unattempted questions get zero marks. The maximum possible score is 720 marks.
Can I challenge the final NEET UG 2026 Answer Key?
No, only the provisional NEET UG 2026 Answer Key can be challenged during the objection window. Once the final answer key is released, no further challenges are accepted, and the result is computed based on the final key.
Which coaching institute releases the most accurate NEET answer key?
Allen, Aakash, and Resonance are widely regarded as the most accurate sources for unofficial NEET UG 2026 Answer Key. However, the only authoritative source is the NTA official key released at neet.nta.nic.in. Coaching keys are useful only for early score estimation.
What is the OMR sheet released with NEET UG 2026 Answer Key?
The OMR sheet is your recorded response sheet — it shows exactly which option you marked for every question during the exam. NTA releases it along with the provisional NEET UG 2026 Answer Key so you can compare your responses against the correct answers.
Important Links
- Official NEET Website: neet.nta.nic.in
- NTA Official: nta.ac.in
- NEET UG 2026 Exam Day Live: May 3 Exam Live Updates
Stay tuned to this NEET UG 2026 Answer Key live blog for direct download links to NTA’s official key, all major coaching institute keys, OMR sheet, and the final result. Updates will be added in real-time starting from 5 PM on May 3, 2026 till the result declaration in June 2026.
