The National Testing Agency (nta) has officially released the provisional answer key for NEET UG 2025, much to the anticipation of lakhs of medical aspirants across the country. Held on May 5, the NEET UG exam is one of the most important gateways for students seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses in India.
With the release of the answer key, candidates can now verify their marked responses and raise objections if any discrepancies are found.
Where to Find the Answer Key
The nta has uploaded the answer key along with candidates' recorded responses on its official portal — neet.nta.nic.in. Students must log in using their application number and date of birth to view both the OMR sheet and the answer key.
Steps to Raise Objections
If a candidate identifies an error in the answer key, the nta has provided an option to challenge it. Here's how to do it:
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Visit the NEET UG portal.
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Log in with your application number and date of birth.
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Click on the ‘Challenge Answer Key’ link.
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Select the question(s) you wish to dispute.
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Upload supporting documents or references.
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Pay the challenge fee of ₹200 per question.
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Submit the form before the deadline, June 5, 2025.
It’s important to note that the objection fee is non-refundable, even if the challenge is accepted.
Final Answer Key and Results
Once all objections are reviewed, the nta will release the final answer key. The final result will be based on this updated key. According to official sources, the NEET UG 2025 result is expected to be declared by June 14.
Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website for updates on result announcements.
Why This Step Matters
The answer key release is a critical phase in the nta exam cycle. It offers transparency, giving students an opportunity to confirm their answers and ensure fairness in evaluation. The objection process also allows the nta to rectify any inadvertent errors before the final score is released.
Stay Alert, Stay Updated
Medical aspirants should not miss this window for submitting their challenges. With nta overseeing a high-stakes national exam like NEET UG, every step in the process — from provisional keys to results — follows a structured timeline. Keeping up with notifications ensures no opportunities are missed.
