CUET (PG) 2026 Provisional Answer Key Released: How to Challenge and Check Responses

Key Highlights

Exam: CUET (PG) 2026
Challenge Dates: 11 April 2026 to 14 April 2026
Processing Fee: ₹200 per question (Non-refundable)
Official Website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the provisional answer key(s) and question paper with recorded responses for the CUET (PG) 2026 Examination. This facility is provided for the 157 subjects conducted in the Computer Based Test (CBT) mode between 06 March and 30 March 2026. Candidates can now access their response sheets and evaluate their performance against the official answer keys.

If a candidate is dissatisfied with the provisional key, they have the opportunity to submit a challenge through the official NTA website. Each challenge requires a non-refundable payment of ₹200 per question. All challenges submitted by candidates will be verified by a panel of subject experts. Should a challenge be found correct, the final answer key will be revised accordingly, and the results will be processed based on this updated key.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	11 Apr, 2026

Syllabus Highlights

Exam Date Coverage: The answer keys pertain to exams held on 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 27, 29, and 30 March 2026.
Challenge Window: Starts on 11 April 2026 and ends on 14 April 2026.
Payment Deadline: 14 April 2026 (strictly up to 10:00 A.M.).
Fee Structure: A non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question challenged.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking/UPI.
Expert Verification: All challenges are validated by subject experts; their decision is final.

How to Apply

Visit the official NTA website at https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/.
Click on the link titled 'Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key'.
Log in using your Application Number and Password or Date of Birth.
Click on 'View Answer Sheet' to review your responses and the official answer keys.
Click the 'Challenge' button to view the questions and option IDs.
Identify the Question ID and select the correct Option ID you wish to challenge by ticking the checkbox.
Upload any supporting documentation as a single PDF file using the 'Choose File' button.
Click on 'Submit and Review Claims' to verify your selections.
Click 'Save Claim and Pay Fee' to proceed to the payment gateway.
Complete the non-refundable payment of ₹200 per question to finalize your submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline for the CUET (PG) 2026 answer key challenge?

The window for challenging the answer key is open until 14 April 2026, with the payment deadline set for 10:00 A.M. on the same day.

Is the challenge fee refundable?

No, the processing fee of ₹200 per question is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the expert verification.

How will I know if my challenge is accepted?

The NTA will not notify individual candidates. If a challenge is found to be correct by subject experts, the final answer key will be updated for all candidates, and results will be prepared based on that revised key.

Can I submit supporting documents for my challenge?

Yes, you can upload supporting documentation. Please ensure all documents are compiled into a single PDF file before uploading via the 'Choose File' option.