CUET UG Answer Key 2026 Download Direct Link (OUT)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially published the online provisional answer keys for the Common University Entrance Test CUET (UG) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the undergraduate entrance exams held between 11-05-2026 and 31-05-2026 can now check their response sheets and match them against the official answer keys. The admission process facilitates entrance into undergraduate programs across various Central Universities (CUs) and other participating institutions across India for the academic year 2026-27.
- Application Start Date: 03-01-2026
- Application Last Date: 26-02-2026 (Extended)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 26-02-2026
- City Slip Date: Released in April 2026
- Admit Card Release Date: Released in May 2026
- Entrance Exam Dates: 11-05-2026 & 31-05-2026
- Answer Key Upload Date: 09-06-2026
- Result Declaration: To be announced later
| Category | Up to 03 Subjects | Each Addl. Subject |
|---|---|---|
| General | 1000/- | 400/- |
| EWS/ OBC (NCL) | 900/- | 375/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | 800/- | 350/- |
- Fees can be paid online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI.
- Age Limit: No age limit for CUET (UG) 2026
- Educational Qualification: Passed or appearing in Class 12 / equivalent exam in 2026
- Specific Eligibility: Candidates must check university-specific age or marks guidelines of their desired college
- Check Your Age Profile: Online Age Calculator
- Live Photograph: Capture at application time.
- Passport Photo: Color image, 80% face visibility (without mask), white background, size 10 kb to 200 kb (JPG/JPEG).
- Signature: File size between 10 kb to 50 kb in JPG/JPEG format.
- PwD / UDID Certificate: Scanned PDF copy, size between 50 kb to 300 kb.
Candidates can check their projected performance prior to the final merit list using the answer keys:
- Score Calculation: Access your response sheet and compare it with the correct answers from the keys provided.
- Raising Challenges: If you believe a correct answer is marked incorrectly, log in to the portal and register an objection.
- Fee payment for Objections: Review the official PDF notice for specific processing fees required per challenged question.
You can download the provisional keys online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: cuet.nta.nic.in.
- Find the update links listed under the candidate activities or news section.
- Click on the "CUET UG Answer Key 2026 Download" portal link.
- Log in using your registered credentials (Application Number and Password/Date of Birth).
- View your responses along with the question keys, and download the PDF files for review.
CUET UG 2026 NTA Direct Download Links
If you face any issues accessing your candidate account or download links, you can contact the official helpline representatives:
- Helpline Number-I: 011 69227700
- Helpline Number-II: 011 40759000
- Email Support: cuet-ug@nta.ac.in
1. When was the CUET UG 2026 exam conducted?
The examination was organized in multiple sessions on 11th May 2026 and 31st May 2026.
2. How can I download the CUET UG Answer Key 2026?
You can check and download the provisional answer key by logging in with your application details through the direct download link under the "NTA Direct Download Links" table above.
3. Is there any age limit to apply for the CUET UG exam?
No, there is no specified upper age limit for candidates to participate in the CUET (UG) 2026. However, applicants must meet the individual requirements of their target universities.
4. What sizes are required for uploading documents?
The scanned photo must be between 10 kb to 200 kb, the signature between 10 kb to 50 kb (both in JPG/JPEG), and the disability certificate between 50 kb to 300 kb in PDF format.
