NTET 2026 provisional answer key out: download link, objections, deadline and next steps

NTA released the NTET 2026 provisional answer key for the CBT held on April 28, 2026. Candidates can download using application or roll number and raise objections until May 3, 2026, 11:50 pm.

Edited by Priya Kapoor

Updated May 2, 2026 5:30 AM

    NTET 2026 provisional answer key released

    NTA has released the NTET 2026 provisional answer key for the exam held on April 28, 2026 . Candidates who appeared can check the key and file challenges through the agency’s portal.

    How to download the NTET 2026 provisional answer key

    Visit NTA’s official website and click the NTET 2026 Answer Key link. Log in using your application number, roll number or registered credentials to view and download the PDF.

    Steps on the portal are straightforward: locate the NTET 2026 section, enter your details, download the provisional key and save or print it for reference.

    What to do before the May 3 objection deadline for NTET 2026 provisional answer key

    The objection window is open till May 3, 2026 . The last date for fee payment and submitting challenges is May 3, 2026, 11:50 pm .

    If you believe an answer is incorrect, raise a challenge on the portal within this period. NTA will review objections and update the final answer key to reflect accepted changes.

    Exam format and syllabus notes candidates should know

    The NTET 2026 exam was held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in both Hindi and English. The duration of the test was 120 minutes with multiple-choice questions.

    Syllabus content followed eight modules specified by the National Commission for Homoeopathy and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine. Prepare with those module outlines in mind when checking disputed answers.

    Timeline and result expectations

    NTA typically releases the final answer key after reviewing challenges; for many exams the final key appears a few hours before the result. Expect the final NTET key and result announcement to follow after the objection process closes on May 3 .

    Context from last year

    For reference, NTA declared NTET 2025 results in August. In 2025, 4,107 candidates qualified. The previous exam recorded 97% attendance and was held across 55 centres in 40 cities .

    Immediate actions for candidates

    Check the provisional answer key now. Keep your application number or roll number handy for login and downloads. Submit any challenges before May 3, 2026, 11:50 pm and retain receipts of fee payments where applicable.

    All official updates and downloads will be available on the National Testing Agency’s website. Follow the portal notices closely for the final key and result announcement.

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