NEET UG 2026 Answer Key, Question Paper Review & Expected Cutoff: Latest Updates
NEET Answer Key 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the NEET UG 2026 exam today, May 3, from 2 PM to 5 PM. Soon after the exam, students began sharing their first reactions about the paperโs difficulty level, section-wise analysis, and memory-based questions.
As seen in past years, Biology was considered the easiest section, while Physics gave students the toughest time. If this trend continues, experts believe the NEET 2026 cutoff could go higher compared to last year.
NEET 2026 Answer Key PDF (All Codes)
The official NEET Answer Key 2026 will be released in a code-wise format for booklet codes 45, 46, 47, and 48. Candidates must carefully check their booklet code before downloading the PDF.
| Question Paper Code | Answer Key PDF | Detailed Solutions PDF |
|---|---|---|
| Code 45 | Download PDF | Download Solutions |
| Code 46 | Download PDF | Download Solutions |
| Code 47 | Download PDF | Download Solutions |
| Code 48 | Download PDF | Download Solutions |
NEET 2026 Paper Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 | 180 |
| Botany | 45 | 180 |
| Zoology | 45 | 180 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
Student Reactions & Paper Analysis
NEET Answer Key 2026 – A detailed exam analysis will be shared soon. Early feedback suggests Biology was manageable, Chemistry moderate, and Physics lengthy and tricky.
NEET 2026 Cutoff Percentile (Qualifying)
| Category | Cutoff Percentile |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th Percentile |
| SC / ST / OBC | 40th Percentile |
| PwD (Gen/EWS) | 45th Percentile |
| PwD (SC/ST/OBC) | 40th Percentile |
๐ The expected cutoff scores will be updated soon based on paper difficulty and number of applicants.
NEET Answer Key 2026 Challenge Process
Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key if they spot errors:
- Login to NEET portal
- Select the question to challenge
- Upload proof documents
- Pay โน200 per question
- Submit objection
Similarly, students can also challenge their OMR response sheet if recorded answers differ from what they marked.
How to Calculate NEET Score
Marking scheme:
- Correct Answer โ +4
- Wrong Answer โ -1
- Unanswered โ 0
Formula: Total Score = (Correct ร 4) โ (Wrong ร 1)
NEET 2026 Exam Overview
- Exam Name: NEET UG 2026
- Conducting Body: NTA
- Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
- Courses: MBBS, BDS, AYUSH & other medical admissions
FAQs
Q1. When will NEET Answer Key 2026 be released?
Soon after the exam on May 3, 2026.
Q2. Where can I download the answer key?
From the official NEET portal.
Q3. Can I challenge the answer key?
Yes, by paying โน200 per question.
Q4. Will OMR sheets be released?
Yes, along with the provisional answer key.
