National Testing Agency released NEET UG 2026 provisional answer key on Thursday. Additionally, NTA invited candidates to file objections. Students can challenge questions and options until 29 June. Moreover, incorrect questions may lead to bonus marks for candidates.
Re-exam background and candidate participation details
Initially, NEET UG 2026 exam took place on 3 May. However, paper leak allegations led to cancellation. Subsequently, re-exam occurred on 21 June with over 22 lakh candidates. Later, NTA released re-exam provisional answer key on 25 June.
Expert analysis highlights Physics question controversy
Experts compared NTA answer key with coaching solutions. According to NEET expert Vinod Kumawat, no major difference exists. Nevertheless, two Physics questions created dispute. One EM waves question had two correct options, affecting scoring outcomes.
Dropped question leads to uniform bonus marks
Another question on Vernier capillary showed all options incorrect. Therefore, NTA dropped this question completely. Consequently, all candidates receive 4 bonus marks. Experts confirmed uniform benefit applies regardless of attempted answers.
Objection process and fee structure explained
Candidates can challenge answer key through official portal. Each objection requires 200 rupees per question. After submission, expert committee reviews all challenges. Finally, corrected results and final answer key get released.
Bonus marks rules defined by NTA system
NTA awards 4 marks for fully wrong questions. Additionally, multiple correct options also trigger scoring benefits. Moreover, all-correct option cases grant marks for attempted answers. Similarly, completely incorrect options provide bonus marks to every candidate.
