National Testing Agency releases provisional answer key for NEET UG Re-Exam 2026; candidates can raise objections online with ₹200 per question.The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET UG Re-Exam Answer Key 2026 on 25th June 2026 for the re-examination conducted on 21st June 2026. Candidates who appeared for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) can now access the provisional answer keys along with question papers for all four sets on the official website neet.nta.nic.in.
NEET UG Re-Exam 2026 Answer Key: Key Highlights
In a significant move toward transparency, the NTA has launched the Answer Key Challenge process simultaneously with the publication of provisional answer keys—even as OMR scanning continues. This parallel approach aims to expedite result declaration while giving candidates an early opportunity to review and challenge answers.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) – 2026 (Re-Exam) |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Re-Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Challenge Window | 25 June to 28 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Challenge Fee | ₹200 per question (refundable if accepted) |
| Official Websites | neet.nta.nic.in, nta.ac.in |
NEET UG Re-Exam 2026 Answer Key PDF – Direct Links
Candidates can access the provisional answer keys and question papers through the official websites. The answer keys are available for all four question paper sets. While direct PDF download links are not provided by NTA, candidates can follow the step-by-step procedure below to access and challenge the answer key.
Check Official Answer Key Link
How to Download NEET UG Re-Exam Answer Key 2026?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to view the provisional answer key and raise challenges:
- Visit the Official Website – Go to https://neet.nta.nic.in/ or www.nta.ac.in.
- Click on the Answer Key Link – Look for the “NEET (UG) – 2026 Answer Key Challenge” notification on the homepage.
- Enter Your Series Code – Input the Question Paper Series Code printed on the cover of your Test Booklet (the one you took home from the examination centre on 21 June 2026).
- View Provisional Answer Key – The answer key for your specific series will be displayed.
- Select Questions to Challenge – Pick the question numbers you wish to challenge.
- Upload Supporting Evidence – Attach documentary evidence from standard textbooks (NCERT, standard reference books with chapter and page citations).
- Review and Pay Fee – Verify your selections and pay ₹200 per question challenged via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
- Submit and Save Acknowledgment – After final submission, save the acknowledgment and transaction details for future reference.
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Important Dates for NEET UG 2026 Answer Key Challenge
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 11 March 2026 |
| NEET UG Re-Exam Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | 25 June 2026 |
| Answer Key Challenge Window | 25–28 June 2026 |
| Challenge Window Closes | 28 June 2026 (11:50 PM) |
NEET UG 2026 Answer Key Challenge – Key Points to Remember
🔹 Challenge Only Under Your Series Code
Candidates must raise challenges only under their own Question Paper Series Code (printed on the Test Booklet cover). If a challenge is accepted by experts, the correction applies uniformly across all four sets – candidates need not challenge the same question under multiple series codes.
🔹 Fee and Refund Policy
- ₹200 per question challenged
- Full refund for every accepted challenge
- Challenges without fee payment will not be entertained
🔹 Supporting Evidence Required
Candidates must upload authentic and verifiable documentary evidence from:
- Standard textbooks (with chapter and page citation)
- NCERT textbooks
- Other reputable academic publications
🔹 OMR Scanning in Progress
Individual scanned OMR response sheets are not yet available as scanning is ongoing. Candidates will receive a separate opportunity to view their scanned OMR sheets once the process is complete.
🔹 Final Answer Key
The answer key finalized after expert review of all challenges shall be treated as final. No grievances regarding answer keys will be entertained after the challenge window closes or results are declared.
NEET UG 2026 Marking Scheme
Candidates can calculate their tentative scores using the marking scheme:
| Particulars | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +4 marks |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 mark (negative marking) |
| Unattempted Question | 0 marks |
What Happens After You Submit a Challenge?
- All challenges received within the window will be reviewed by a panel of subject experts.
- Expert review runs in parallel with OMR scanning for faster result processing.
- If a challenge is accepted, the provisional answer key is revised, and the correction is applied uniformly to all candidates.
- Fee refunds are processed for accepted challenges.
- Individual decisions on each challenge are not communicated separately.
- The revised final answer key will be published on the official website before results are declared.
