| Updated On - Sep 5, 2026
NBEMS will release the NEET PG 2026 provisional answer key at natboard.edu.in for the first time following a Supreme Court order. Response sheets and raw scores will also be available before results on September 30.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will release the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Postgraduate (NEET PG) 2026 provisional answer key on its official website at natboard.edu.in. This is the first time NBEMS will publish the answer key along with candidate response sheets and raw scores. The release follows a Supreme Court directive on evaluation transparency in medical entrance examinations.
NBEMS conducted the NEET PG 2026 examination on August 30, 2026, in a single shift across the country. Around 2.65 lakh candidates appeared for the exam this year. The board will announce the answer key release date shortly on the official portal.
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NEET PG 2026 Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Examination | NEET PG 2026 |
| Exam Date | August 30, 2026 |
| Total Questions | 180 Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Marks | 720 |
| Result Date | By September 30, 2026 |
| Official Portal | natboard.edu.in |
How to Download the NEET PG 2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can follow these steps to access the provisional answer key once released:
- Visit the official NBEMS website at natboard.edu.in.
- Click on the NEET PG 2026 answer key link on the homepage.
- Log in using your application number and password.
- View the question ID numbers, correct answers, and marked responses.
- Download the response sheet and answer key for reference.
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How to Calculate Your NEET PG 2026 Score?
Candidates can use the released answer key to estimate their scores before the official result. The formula compares candidates’ responses with the correct answers.
NEET PG 2026 Marking Scheme
| Response Type | Marks |
| Correct Answer | +4 |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 |
| Unattempted Question | 0 |
The final score is calculated as: (Total correct answers × 4) − (Total incorrect answers × 1).
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What Is the Tie-Breaker Rule for NEET PG 2026?
If two candidates score equal marks, NBEMS will apply a fixed tie-breaker order. The rules will be applied in this sequence:
- Candidate with fewer negative responses in the overall paper.
- Candidate with better performance in specific sections.
- Candidate with a higher MBBS aggregate percentage.
- Older candidate by date of birth.
Also Check: MP NEET MDS 2026 Round 1 Cutoff Released at dme.mponline.gov.in
Re-Examination at Jaipur Centre
NBEMS held a re-examination on September 5, 2026, for candidates affected by a power disruption. Around 2,445 candidates who appeared at the Jaipur centre on August 30 sat for the re-test. Their answer key will be processed alongside the main batch.
NBEMS has never released a NEET PG answer key before this year. The move follows a Supreme Court order that directed the board to share raw scores and answer keys with candidates. It marks a major shift towards transparency in postgraduate medical admissions.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Bookmark the official portal at natboard.edu.in for updates.
- Keep your NEET PG 2026 application number and password ready.
- Check the answer key and response sheet as soon as they are released.
- Calculate your expected raw score using the marking scheme.
- Prepare to raise objections within the official window if needed.
- Track the result declaration expected by September 30, 2026.
Watch natboard.edu.in for the official answer key release date and objection window details. The NEET PG 2026 result is expected by September 30, 2026.
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