CUET UG 2026 Answer Key LIVE: NTA response sheet soon at cuet.nta.nic.in; cut-off, result updates
Ruchika Kumari | June 8, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST | 1 min read
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Download NowThe National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet soon on the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in. Once released, candidates who appeared for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) will be able to download their response sheets, and estimate their probable scores even before the declaration of results.
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While releasing answer key, NTA also makes the objection window active through which candidates can challenge answers. Following the pattern, The CUET UG 2026 result will be prepared on the basis of this final answer key. Candidates can then use their scores for admission to central universities, state universities, deemed universities, and other participating institutions.
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How to Download CUET UG 2026 Answer Key
After examining the objections submitted by candidates, the agency will publish the final answer key.
- One should go to the official website cuet.nta.nic.in
- On homepage, click on the CUET UG 2026 answer key link
- Login using application number and password
- Download response sheet and answer key
- Match responses and calculate probable score
CUET UG 2026 Marking Scheme
For every correct answer, 5 marks is awarded and for every incorrect answer, 1 mark is deducted. No mark is awarded or deducted for unattempted question.
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CUET UG result is expected after the final answer key is released. Participating universities will subsequently announce course-wise and category-wise cutoffs which is expected to remain competitive for popular programmes such as BA (Hons) Economics, BCom (Hons), BA (Hons) Political Sciencen and Psychology, and Computer Science. Admission to any college will depend on seat availability, number of applicants, difficulty level of the examination, and category reservations. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for the latest updates.
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June 8, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
Does NTA accept answer key challenges?
Yes, the National Testing Agency (NTA) accepts the challenges made against the CUET 2026 answer key during the objection window. Candidates must challenge the answer key before the specified deadline.
June 8, 2026 | 07:55 PM IST
CUET UG response sheet, answer key and objection window
NTA is expected to release the CUET UG 2026 response sheet along with the provisional answer key. Candidates can compare their recorded responses with the official answers to estimate their probable scores and admission chances. Following the release of the provisional key, the agency is also likely to open an objection window, allowing candidates to challenge any answer by submitting objections online along with the prescribed fee within the stipulated deadline.
June 8, 2026 | 07:20 PM IST
How to check CUET UG 2026 answer key?
- Visit the official CUET website at cuet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the CUET UG 2026 Answer Key link
- Log in using your application number and password or date of birth
- View the provisional answer key and response sheet displayed on the screen
- Download the answer key PDF and compare it with your recorded responses
- Calculate your probable score using the official marking scheme
- Save a copy of the answer key and response sheet for future references
June 8, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
CUET UG answer key expected soon
NTA is expected to release the CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key anyday now. Along with the answer key, candidates will also get access to their response sheets, allowing them to compare recorded answers and estimate probable scores before the results are announced.
June 8, 2026 | 06:45 PM IST
CUET UG 2026 expected cut-off trends
CUET UG 2026 cut-offs are expected to remain competitive for popular programmes such as BA (Hons) Economics, BCom (Hons), BA (Hons) Political Science, Psychology, and Computer Science. Admission to any of the institute will depend on factors such as seat availability, number of applicants, difficulty level of the examination, and category reservations.
June 8, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
Who releases CUET UG 2026 cut-offs?
Participating universities will announce course-wise and category-wise cutoffs. Admission processes will vary across institutions, with some universities considering normalized scores and others releasing merit lists based on CUET performance.
June 8, 2026 | 06:18 PM IST
What happens after CUET UG answer key release?
Once the provisional answer key is released, candidates can compare their responses and estimate scores. Those who find discrepancies can challenge that answer by paying the prescribed objection fee. Subject experts will review all challenges before publishing the final answer key. CUET UG result is expected after the final answer key is released.
June 8, 2026 | 06:15 PM IST
CUET UG 2026 marking scheme
Once the provisional key is out, candidates will be able to check their scores with the help of marking scheme.
| Response Type | Marks |
| Correct Answer | 5 |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 |
| Unattempted Question | 0 |
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