NEET 2026 answer key: code‑wise & subject‑wise PDF download
After the NEET exam, everyone wants the answer key fast. You need it to check your answers, estimate your marks, and think about counselling. This page gives you simple access to all official PDFs — by subject (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and by paper code (45 to 49 and more). We also show you how to calculate your score, predict your rank, and plan your next steps. Keep it bookmarked.
🗓️ When does the NEET 2026 answer key come out?
NTA usually releases the provisional answer key in the first week of May, about a week after the exam. They publish it on the official website. You can then raise objections if you think any answer is wrong. After reviewing challenges, NTA issues the final key. We will update all links here within hours of the official release.
📥 Download subject‑wise answer key PDF
Biology carries half the total marks, so check it carefully. Physics and Chemistry need equal attention. Click the buttons below to get expert‑verified answer keys for each subject (with solutions).
| Subject | Answer key PDF | Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | Download PDF | View |
| Physics | Download PDF | View |
| Chemistry | Download PDF | View |
🔢 Code‑wise answer key (all sets)
NEET question papers have different codes like 45, 46, 47, etc. Using the wrong code will give you a wrong score. Find your code on your admit card or OMR sheet. Then download the matching PDF below.
| Paper code | Answer key PDF | Question paper |
|---|---|---|
| Code 45 | Download QP | |
| Code 46 | Download QP | |
| Code 47 | Download QP | |
| Code 48 | Download QP | |
| Code 49 | Download QP |
We will add more codes (50–55) as soon as NTA uploads them.
🧮 How to calculate your NEET score (easy method)
Use the official marking scheme: +4 marks for every correct answer, –1 mark for each wrong answer. No marks for unattempted questions. Simple formula: (correct × 4) − (wrong × 1) = your raw score.
Example: You answered 150 questions. 130 correct, 20 wrong. Score = (130×4) − (20×1) = 520 − 20 = 500 marks. That’s your estimated score.
Use this number in our rank predictor tool to see which colleges you might get. Remember, rank also depends on how others performed.
📝 Why the answer key matters beyond marks
The answer key does more than give you a score. It shows you which questions you got wrong. Use it to analyse your weak topics. If you made many mistakes in Organic Chemistry, you know what to work on. This helps if you plan to appear again or need clarity for state exams.
Also, the final answer key can change if NTA accepts challenges. In 2025, they revised three answers, which moved some students’ ranks by a few hundred spots. So always check the final version.
🧑⚕️ From answer key to admission: your roadmap
Once you have your probable score, shift focus to counselling. MCC conducts All India Quota counselling; states handle their quotas. You need to register, fill choices, and lock them. The answer key helps you decide which colleges to aim for — based on previous year cutoffs.
Our counselling guide covers everything: documents required, fees, schedule, and mock allotment. We also provide state‑wise cutoff trends.
- Download state quota cutoffs (2025, 2024)
- AIQ counselling step‑by‑step
- Deemed university admission process
⚠️ How to challenge an answer (if needed)
If you believe an answer in the provisional key is wrong, you can challenge it online. NTA opens a portal for a few days. You pay a fee (around ₹200 per question) and provide proof. If your challenge is correct, they update the final key and refund the fee.
Many students miss this window. Mark the dates after the exam — we will display them here.
📌 Quick tips for using the answer key
1. Download the right code. Double‑check your paper code. 2. Keep your OMR copy. You’ll need it to tally. 3. Use a calculator. Small mistakes can change your score. 4. Check for multiple correct options. Sometimes NTA gives grace marks if a question has two right answers.
🔗 Helpful resources (all in one place)
We’ve gathered the most useful links for you. They will go live once official.
| 📎 Official NTA answer key portal | Visit |
| 📎 Download OMR response sheet | |
| 📎 NEET 2026 rank predictor | Use tool |
| 📎 Counselling schedule & e‑books | Access |
❓ Frequently asked questions
When does NTA release the NEET 2026 answer key?
NTA usually publishes the provisional answer key in the first week of May. The final key comes after the challenge window closes.
How can I download the answer key for my code?
Find your paper code (like 45, 46) on your admit card. Then click the matching download button on this page. We provide all codes.
Is it easy to calculate my score from the key?
Yes. Use the +4 / −1 rule. Count correct and wrong answers, then apply the formula. We also have a simple calculator on this page.
Will the answer key change after challenges?
Sometimes. If NTA accepts objections, they update the final key. Always check the final version for accurate score calculation.