CUET UG 2026 Final Answer Key Released at cuet.nta.nic.in; 7 Questions Dropped, Score Calculation Begins
Published 22 Jun 20265 min read
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for the CUET UG 2026 exam. The key is now available on the official website at cuet.nta.nic.in. The CUET UG is the Common University Entrance Test for undergraduate courses. This final key comes after the initial release and the period when candidates could raise objections. Experts in each subject checked all the challenges before deciding on the correct answers. As a result, NTA removed a set of questions from the exam. To view the answer key, candidates need to log in using their application number and password. This final answer key is the only official source for calculating raw scores. It will be used to create the upcoming scorecards.
CUET UG 2026 Key Details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Final Answer Key Release | June 21 2026 |
| Exam Dates Phase 1 | May 11 to May 31 2026 |
| Exam Dates Phase 2 | June 6 and June 7 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test |
| Questions Dropped | Seven |
| Affected Subjects | General Aptitude, Physics, Hindi, Sociology, Mathematics |
| Official Portal | cuet.nta.nic.in |
| Result Expected | Last week of June 2026 |
Highlights of the CUET UG 2026 exam
NTA conducted the exam in a computer-based format nationwide. The first phase was from May 11 to May 31, 2026. A second phase was on June 6 and 7, 2026, for those who faced technical issues on May 30. Admit cards for the second phase were sent on June 6 and 7. NTA stated that 96.6% of candidates got their preferred exam city. The exam includes a general aptitude section, subject-specific papers, and language papers. Each candidate could choose subjects that fit their target course.
What happens to the removed questions?
After review by subject experts, NTA took out seven questions from the exam. Even if a candidate selected the wrong answer, they will get full credit for these questions. These questions were spread across five different subject papers.
Which universities accept CUET UG scores?
Many central, state, and private universities use CUET UG scores for admissions. This includes Delhi University, BHU, JNU, and Allahabad University. Jamia Millia Islamia and Visva-Bharati also rely on these scores. In recent years, many private universities have joined the CUET system. Each university sets its own cutoffs for different courses after the results are out. Candidates need to register separately on each university’s admission portal. The weightage of subject scores may vary across courses.
How to download the CUET UG 2026 final answer key?
The PDF file can be accessed only after logging in with your details. Here are the steps to view and save the document:
- Visit the official CUET website at cuet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the link for the CUET UG 2026 Final Answer Key.
- Enter your application number and password to log in.
- Complete the CAPTCHA verification.
- Select the option to view the Final Answer Key PDF.
- Download and save the PDF for future use.
How to calculate your score using the answer key?
Candidates can use the final key to estimate their raw score. Match your answers with the correct answers in the PDF. Then, apply the marking scheme provided by NTA to calculate your total marks.
CUET UG Marking Scheme
| Outcome | Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +5 |
| Incorrect answer | -1 |
| Unanswered question | 0 |
There might be specific rules for certain language and subject papers. For detailed information, refer to the NTA information bulletin.
Action plan for candidates
Go to cuet.nta.nic.in and log in with your credentials.
Download the CUET UG 2026 Final Answer Key PDF.
Compare your answers with the correct ones in the key.
Use the marking scheme to calculate your raw score.
List the target central universities and check their CUET cutoffs.
Keep your login details with you for the scorecard release.