NTA CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Released - Check & Challenge Before 11 June

Quick Highlights - CUET UG 2026 Answer Key

• Organization: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Exam Name: Common University Entrance Test - Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026
• Exam Dates: 11-31 May 2026 and 6-7 June 2026
• Total Registered Candidates: 15,68,867
• Answer Key Released On: 9 June 2026
• Challenge Window: 9 June - 11 June 2026 (upto 10:00 PM)
• Last Date for Challenge Fee Payment: 11 June 2026 (upto 11:50 PM)
• Challenge Fee: Rs. 200 per question (non-refundable)
• Official Website: cuet.nta.nic.in

About CUET UG 2026 Answer Key

NTA conducted CUET UG 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across multiple cities in India and abroad. The exam was held in several shifts from 11 to 31 May 2026 and again on 6 and 7 June 2026. Over 15.68 lakh candidates appeared for the exam this year, making it one of the largest university entrance tests in the country.

The Provisional Answer Key has now been published on the official CUET NTA portal. Along with the answer key, NTA has also made the Question Papers with Recorded Responses available. This allows candidates to cross-check their marked answers against the correct answers provided by NTA.

If any candidate finds a discrepancy or error in the answer key, they can officially challenge it within the given time frame by paying a non-refundable processing fee.

CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Challenge: Important Dates

Challenge Fee Details

• Fee Amount: Rs. 200 per question challenged
• Fee Type: Non-refundable processing fee
• Payment Modes Accepted: Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI
• Payment Deadline: 11 June 2026 (upto 11:50 PM)
• No challenge will be entertained without receipt of the processing fee.
• Payment through any other mode will not be accepted.

How to Challenge CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key

Follow these steps carefully to submit your answer key challenge on the official NTA CUET portal:

1. Go to the NTA CUET official website at cuet.nta.nic.in and click on 'Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key'.
2. Login using your Application Number and Password. Enter the captcha as displayed and click Submit.
3. Click on 'View Question Paper' to see your marked responses. To challenge the answer key, click on 'Click to view/Challenge Answer Key'.
4. Match the Question IDs in the Answer Key list with your Question Paper. For each question you wish to challenge, select one or more Option IDs by clicking the checkbox.
5. Upload supporting documents as a single PDF file by clicking 'Choose File'. Combine all documents into one PDF before uploading.
6. Scroll down and click 'Submit and review Claims'. Review all challenged Option IDs on the next screen. Click 'Modify your Claims' to make changes or 'Final Submit' to finalize.
7. Click 'Pay Now' and pay Rs. 200 per question challenged via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Payment must be completed by 11 June 2026 (upto 11:50 PM). Claims are confirmed only after successful payment.

Note: The Question IDs in the Answer Key list are not presented in sequential order. Always match the Question ID from your Question Paper with those listed in the Answer Key before raising a challenge.

How NTA Reviews Answer Key Challenges

After the challenge window closes, all submitted objections are reviewed by a panel of subject experts. Here is how the process works:

• Each challenge is individually verified by experts in the relevant subject.
• If a challenge is found correct, the Answer Key is revised for all candidates — not just the challenger.
• No individual candidate will be informed about whether their challenge was accepted or rejected.
• The Final Answer Key prepared after the review will be considered absolute and no further changes will be made.
• The CUET UG 2026 Result and Merit List will be prepared based on this Final Answer Key.

Important Points for Candidates

• Only candidates who appeared in CUET UG 2026 from 11 May to 7 June 2026 can access and challenge the answer key.
• The challenge fee of Rs. 200 is non-refundable even if the challenge is accepted.
• All supporting documents must be uploaded as a single combined PDF file.
• After final submission, candidates can view all their challenged options on the confirmation screen.
• For any difficulty, contact NTA on helpline number 011-40759000 or email cuetug@nta.ac.in.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When was the CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key released?

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key on 9 June 2026. It is available on the official website cuet.nta.nic.in along with Question Papers and Recorded Responses.

Q2. What is the last date to challenge the CUET UG 2026 Answer Key?

The CUET UG 2026 Answer Key challenge window is open from 9 June to 11 June 2026 (upto 10:00 PM). The last date for fee payment is 11 June 2026 (upto 11:50 PM). No challenge will be accepted without payment of the processing fee.

Q3. What is the challenge fee for CUET UG 2026 Answer Key?

The challenge fee is Rs. 200 (Rupees Two Hundred only) per question challenged. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. No other payment mode is accepted.

Q4. How will the challenges be reviewed by NTA?

All challenges will be verified by a panel of subject experts. If a candidate's challenge is found correct, the Answer Key will be revised and applied to the responses of all candidates. No individual candidate will be informed about the acceptance or rejection of their specific challenge.

Q5. When was CUET UG 2026 conducted?

CUET UG 2026 was conducted from 11 to 31 May 2026 and 6 to 7 June 2026 in multiple shifts in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across India and abroad. A total of 15,68,867 candidates registered for the exam.

Q6. Where can I find the CUET UG 2026 answer key and question paper?

The Provisional Answer Key, Question Papers, and Recorded Responses are available on the official NTA CUET website at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates who appeared in the exam from 11 May to 7 June 2026 can access and download these documents after logging in.

Q7. Will the CUET UG 2026 result be based on the final answer key?

Yes. After the challenge period ends, the expert panel will review all objections and prepare a Final Answer Key. The CUET UG 2026 result and merit list will be prepared and declared based on this revised Final Answer Key. The finalized key is considered absolute and will not be changed further.

Source

This article is based on the official Public Notice issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA) dated 9 June 2026 regarding the display of Provisional Answer Keys and Question Papers for CUET (UG)-2026. For the most accurate and latest updates, visit the official NTA CUET website: cuet.nta.nic.in.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. All information is sourced directly from the official NTA notice. Candidates are advised to always refer to the official website for final and updated information before taking any action.