With the CUET UG 2026 examination cycle fully concluded as of June 7, 2026, the National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the provisional answer key in the second week of June 2026 at @cuet.nta.nic.in. As of June 8, 2026, the answer key has not yet been released. Live updates from the Shiksha CUET UG 2026 answer key page confirm the key is expected “Soon” as of today’s date.
Approximately 15.6 lakh registered candidates who appeared for the exam between May 11 and June 7 can look forward to reviewing their performance section-by-section once the key is published.
CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Post-Exam Timeline
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| All Exam Sessions Completed | June 7, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | Second week of June 2026 |
| Answer Key Challenge Fee | Rs 200 per question |
| Challenge Window Duration | 3 to 4 days |
| Final Answer Key | After reviewing all objections |
| CUET UG 2026 Result | First week of July 2026 |
| Official Portal | cuet.nta.nic.in |
CUET UG 2026 Marking Scheme
| Correct Answer | Wrong Answer | Unattempted |
|---|---|---|
| Plus 5 marks | Minus 1 mark | 0 marks |
How to Raise Objections When the Key Is Released
- Visit @cuet.nta.nic.in and log in with Application Number and Password
- Click on CUET UG 2026 Answer Key
- Compare your recorded responses with the official key
- For disputed answers: pay Rs 200 per question and submit with NCERT or standard reference evidence
- Note: The fee is non-refundable even if the objection is accepted
What Happens After CUET UG 2026 Result in July
Scores will be sent to universities as selected in the application. Over 250 central, state, and private universities including Delhi University, JNU, BHU, Jamia Millia Islamia, and Hyderabad Central University will use these scores for UG admissions 2026-27. Each university conducts its own seat allocation separately through institutional portals.
