CUET UG 2026 Objection Window Open: Challenge Answer Key till June 11 at cuet.nta.nic.in
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has activated the online facility to challenge the provisional answer keys, recorded responses, and question papers for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026. This process allows registered candidates to review their attempted shifts and point out any discrepancies in the evaluated answers.
A total of 15,68,867 candidates registered for the high-stakes entrance examination this year. The test was conducted in multiple shifts as a computer-based test (CBT) across various centers in India and abroad. The main phases of the examination took place from May 11 to May 31, followed by rescheduled sessions on June 6 and June 7, 2026, which were arranged after a minor technical delay in earlier shifts. Candidates must note that the window is brief, making timely submission essential.
Direct Link: CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Objection Window
Latest Update
The CUET UG 2026 objection window is officially live. Candidates who are unsatisfied with the answers provided in the provisional key can log into their dashboard using their application credentials to file an objection. NTA has clarified that no challenges will be accepted after the stipulated deadline, and processing fees must be cleared within the designated timeline to ensure the expert panel evaluates the claim.
Important Dates
The timeline for the answer key verification and objection process is outlined below:
| Important Dates | ||
| Event | Date | Deadline Time |
| Release of Provisional Answer Key | June 9, 2026 | Already Released |
| CUET UG 2026 Objection Window Closes | June 11, 2026 | 10:00 PM |
| Last Date for Processing Fee Payment | June 11, 2026 | 11:50 PM |
| CUET UG 2026 Final Result Declaration | July 2026 (Expected) | To be announced |
Official Website to Check
Candidates must use only the official portals for downloading response sheets or submitting processing fees. Avoid third-party phishing links.
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Official NTA Portal: cuet.nta.nic.in
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Alternate NTA Website: nta.ac.in
How to Challenge CUET UG 2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can submit objections against the provisional responses by executing the structural steps detailed below:
Important Instructions for Candidates
Critical Note: A challenge will not be formally registered or reviewed by the NTA if the transaction for the processing fee remains incomplete or fails before the cutoff time.
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Non-Refundable Fee: The fee of ₹200 per question is entirely non-refundable, irrespective of whether your claim is accepted or rejected by the panel.
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Mode of Payment: Fees will only be accepted online through integrated gateways (Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI). No offline modes like Demand Draft or Challan are valid.
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Single Document Rule: When providing academic proof for multiple challenged questions within a subject, merge all reference pages into one single PDF before uploading.
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No Direct Intimation: NTA will not send customized emails or alerts to candidates concerning the approval or rejection of their individual scripts.
What Happens Next?
Once the CUET UG 2026 objection window closes on June 11, the National Testing Agency will hand over all candidate objections to a verified panel of independent subject matter experts.
If an objection is found to be scientifically or academically correct, the answer key will be modified globally. This corrected answer key is called the Final Answer Key. The calculation of the final raw scores and compilation of the final merit ranks will be handled strictly based on this revised final key.
Previous Trends / Expected Updates
Following standard patterns from previous test cycles, NTA typically processes compiled student objections within 2 to 3 weeks. Therefore, students can expect the release of the final answer keys and final scorecards by late June or the first week of July 2026. Admissions counseling schedules across central, state, and private participating universities will open immediately after the scorecards are made live.
FAQs
Q-1: What is the last date to access the CUET UG 2026 objection window?
Ans: Candidates can raise challenges until June 11, 2026, up to 10:00 PM. The fee payment portal closes later on the same evening at 11:50 PM.
Q-2: How much do I need to pay to challenge a question in the answer key?
Ans: You must pay a non-refundable processing fee of ₹200 for every individual question or answer ID that you wish to challenge.
Q-3: Will I get a refund if the expert panel accepts my objection as correct?
Ans: No. As per NTA’s public instructions, the challenge processing fee is strictly non-refundable under all circumstances.
Q-4: Do I get bonus marks if a question is found to be incorrect or dropped?
Ans: Yes. If a question is found to be fundamentally incorrect or officially dropped by the expert panel, all candidates who originally attempted that specific question will be awarded full (+5) marks.
Q-5: Where can I download my official question paper and response sheets?
Ans: You can download your subject-specific question papers and recorded response sheets by authenticating your profile at the portal