The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key along with the Question Papers and Recorded Responses on the official website cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates who appeared in the Common University Entrance Test (Undergraduate) 2026 can now log in and download their response sheets to calculate their estimated scores before the final results are announced.
What Is the CUET UG 2026 Answer Key?
The CUET UG Answer Key 2026 is the official set of correct answers released by NTA for all questions asked across all shifts of the examination. Along with the answer key, NTA has also published the recorded responses of each candidate, allowing students to cross-check their marked answers and calculate their probable scores.
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NTA CUET UG 2026 Exam Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common University Entrance Test (UG) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Dates | 11–31 May 2026 and 06–07 June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Registered Candidates | 15,68,867 |
| Official Website | cuet.nta.nic.in |
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How to Download CUET UG 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet
Follow these simple steps to download your provisional answer key and recorded responses:
- Visit the official website — https://cuet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link “Provisional Answer Key / Question Paper with Recorded Responses”
- Log in using your Application Number and Password, then enter the captcha
- Click “View Question Paper” to see your marked/recorded responses
- Click “Click to View/Challenge Answer Key” to view the provisional answer key
- Download and save your answer key and response sheet for future reference
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CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Challenge: How to Raise Objections
Not satisfied with a particular answer in the provisional key? NTA allows candidates to officially challenge the answer key by following the steps below:
Step-by-Step Process to Challenge
- Go to https://cuet.nta.nic.in and click “Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key”
- Log in with your Application Number and Password
- View the question paper and click “Click to View/Challenge Answer Key”
- Identify the Question ID you wish to challenge and select your preferred option by clicking the checkbox
- Upload supporting documents (combine all into a single PDF file)
- Click “Submit and Review Claims”
- Review your challenges and click “Final Submit” (or “Modify your Claims” if changes are needed)
- Click “Pay Now” to complete the payment — claims are saved only after successful payment
Important Dates for Answer Key Challenge
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Answer Key Challenge Window Opens | 09 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Challenge | 11 June 2026 (up to 10:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Payment | 11 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
Challenge Fee
- ₹200 per question challenged (non-refundable)
- Payment modes accepted: Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI
Note: No challenge will be entertained without receipt of the processing fee. Fees through any other mode will not be accepted.
What Happens After the Challenge?
Once the challenge window closes, a panel of subject experts will review all objections raised by candidates. If a challenge is found to be correct:
- The provisional answer key will be revised
- The updated answer key will be applied to all candidates’ responses
- The final result will be prepared based on the revised Final Answer Key
NTA will not inform individual candidates about the acceptance or rejection of their specific challenge. The finalized answer key will be considered absolute and final.
Candidates are advised to regularly visit https://cuet.nta.nic.in for the latest updates.
How to Calculate Your CUET UG 2026 Score Using the Answer Key
Once you have your response sheet and the provisional answer key, use the official CUET UG 2026 marking scheme to estimate your score:
- Correct Answer: +5 marks
- Incorrect Answer: −1 mark (negative marking)
- Unattempted Question: 0 marks
Match each of your recorded responses against the correct answer key and apply the above formula for a subject-wise estimated score.
CUET UG 2026 Result Date: What’s Next?
After the answer key challenge period ends and the final answer key is published, NTA will prepare and declare the CUET UG 2026 Result. The result will be available on the official website. Candidates are advised to keep their login credentials handy to access scorecards once released.
FAQs
Q1. Where can I download the CUET UG 2026 answer key? You can download it from the official NTA website: cuet.nta.nic.in
Q2. What is the fee for challenging the CUET UG 2026 answer key? The fee is ₹200 per question challenged, which is non-refundable.
Q3. What is the last date to challenge the CUET UG 2026 answer key? Candidates can raise objections till 11 June 2026 (up to 10:00 PM), and payment must be completed by 11 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
Q4. Will I be informed if my challenge is accepted? No. NTA will not inform individual candidates about the acceptance or rejection of their challenges.
Q5. How many students appeared for CUET UG 2026? A total of 15,68,867 candidates registered for CUET UG 2026.
Q6. Who should I contact in case of difficulties? Call the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or email [email protected]
