CUET PG 2026 Answer Key: The CUET PG 2026 examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is being held from March 6 to March 27, 2026, across multiple shifts for postgraduate admissions into central and participating universities.
After the completion of the exam, candidates are now waiting for the CUET PG 2026 answer key, response sheet, and question paper PDFs. The answer key will help candidates estimate their scores before the official result is announced.
This article provides complete details, including shift-wise answer key updates, expected release date, response sheet, and how to download.
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CUET PG 2026 Answer Key Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CUET PG 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Dates | March 6 to March 27, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional and Final |
| Expected Release | April 2026 |
| Result Date | May 2026 |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in |
CUET PG 2026 Answer Key Release Date
Based on previous trends, NTA is expected to release the provisional answer key in the last week of April 2026.
- Provisional Answer Key: April 2026 (expected)
- Response Sheet: Along with answer key
- Objection Window: 2 to 3 days after release
- Final Answer Key: May 2026
- Result Declaration: May 2026
Usually, the answer key is released within 20 to 30 days after the exam concludes.
- Release of Admit Card of CUET (PG)-2026 examination, to the Applicants scheduled to appear on 24, 25 and 27 March 2026
- Release of Admit Card of CUET (PG)-2026 examination, to the Applicants scheduled to appear on 16, 17, 18 and 19 March 2026
- Advance Intimation for Allotment of Examination City of CUET (PG)-2026 examination, to the Applicants scheduled to appear on 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 & 27 March 2026.
- Release of Admit Card of CUET (PG)-2026 examination, to the Applicants scheduled to appear on 11, 12 & 13 March 2026
CUET PG 2026 Shift-wise Answer Key PDF (All Dates)
The official answer key has not been released yet. It will be updated here shift-wise as soon as it becomes available.
March 6, 2026
Shift 1 Answer Key – Update Soon
Shift 2 Answer Key – Update Soon
March 7, 2026
Shift 1 Answer Key – Update Soon
Shift 2 Answer Key – Update Soon
March 8, 2026
Shift 1 Answer Key – Update Soon
Shift 2 Answer Key – Update Soon
March 9, 2026
Shift 1 Answer Key – Update Soon
Shift 2 Answer Key – Update Soon
March 10, 2026
Shift 1 Answer Key – Update Soon
Shift 2 Answer Key – Update Soon
March 11 to March 15, 2026
All Shift-wise Answer Keys – Update Soon
March 16, 2026
Shift-wise Answer Key – Update Soon
March 17, 2026
Shift-wise Answer Key – Update Soon
March 18, 2026
Shift-wise Answer Key – Update Soon
March 19, 2026
Shift-wise Answer Key – Update Soon
March 20, 2026
Shift-wise Answer Key – Update Soon
March 21 to March 25, 2026
All Shift-wise Answer Keys – Update Soon
March 26, 2026
Shift-wise Answer Key – Update Soon
March 27, 2026
Final Day Answer Key – Update Soon
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Candidate Activity
- Release of Admit Card of CUET (PG)-2026 examination, to the Applicants scheduled to appear on 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 & 27 March 2026
- Advance Intimation for Allotment of Examination City of CUET (PG)-2026 examination, to the Applicants scheduled to appear on 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 & 27 March 2026.
- Download Confirmation Page for CUET(PG)-2026
CUET PG 2026 Response Sheet Details
Along with the answer key, NTA will release the response sheet. This document contains:
- Questions asked in the exam
- Answers marked by the candidate
Using the response sheet and answer key together, candidates can calculate their expected scores before the result is declared.
CUET PG 2026 Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: 4 marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 mark
- Unattempted Question: 0 marks
Score Calculation Formula:
Score = (Correct Answers × 4) – (Wrong Answers × 1)
How to Download CUET PG 2026 Answer Key
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official CUET PG website
- Click on the “CUET PG 2026 Answer Key” link
- Login using application number and password
- Download the answer key PDF
- Match your responses
How to Challenge CUET PG Answer Key 2026
If candidates find any discrepancy in the provisional answer key, they can raise objections:
- Log in to the official portal
- Select the question to challenge
- Upload supporting documents
- Pay Rs. 200 per question
- Submit objection
After reviewing all challenges, NTA will release the final answer key.
What Happens After the Answer Key
- The provisional answer key has been released
- Objection window opens
- The final answer key is published
- The result is declared based on the final key
No changes are made after the final answer key is released.
FAQs
When will CUET PG 2026 answer key be released?
It is expected in the last week of April 2026.
Is the answer key released shift-wise?
Yes, it is released subject-wise and shift-wise.
Can I challenge the answer key?
Yes, by paying Rs. 200 per question.
When will the result be declared?
The result is expected in May 2026.
Will response sheet be released?
Yes, it will be released along with the answer key.
Final Update
The CUET PG 2026 answer key for all shifts from March 6 to March 27 will be released soon. Candidates are advised to keep checking for updates.
All shift-wise PDFs will be added here immediately after official release.
