CUET Score Calculator 2026: How to calculate marks using answer key
Ruchika Kumari | June 9, 2026 | 06:02 PM IST | 1 min read
CUET UG candidates can estimate their probable performance by comparing their responses with the official provisional answer key.
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Try NowThe Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) provisional answer key is out. Candidates who appeared in the exam can now compare their responses with the answer key and calculate their expected marks on the basis of official marking scheme. Candidates receive 5 marks for each correct answers, while incorrect responses attract negative marking of 1 mark. No mark is offered or deducted for unattempted questions. NTA CUET UG Live updates.
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| Response Type | Marks Awarded |
| Correct Answer | 5 |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 |
| Unattempted Question | 0 |
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
- Log in using application number and password
- Download response sheet and answer key
- Match responses and calculate probable score
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CUET score calculation formula
Candidates can calculate their probable score using the following formula:
CUET Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 5) − (Number of Incorrect Answers × 1)
For example, a candidate attempted 50 questions, out of which 40 were correct, 8 were incorrect, and 2 were unattempted.
- Marks for correct answers: 40 × 5 = 200
- Negative marks for incorrect answers: 8 × 1 = 8
- Therefore, the final score will be: 200 − 8 = 192
Using this, candidates can estimate their performance before the result. NTA is expected to announce final answer key and results together later this month.
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