NEET UG 2026 was conducted on May 3, 2026 across exam centres in India. Thousands of medical aspirants appeared for the test, and within hours of the exam wrapping up, Cadera Edu has put out the unofficial answer key covering all four paper codes: 11, 12, 13, and 14. You can check all NEET UG 2026 exam dates and updates on our dedicated exam page.
How to Use This Answer Key
Match your question number with your paper code column (11, 12, 13, or 14). Questions run from 001 to 180 — some numbers in the sequence are skipped, which is normal and matches the original paper. Once you have your correct and incorrect counts, calculate your raw score using the marking scheme below. Not sure which college you can get? Use the NEET College Predictor on Cadera Edu to find out.
NEET UG 2026 Marking Scheme
NEET follows a +4 / -1 marking scheme. Four marks for every correct answer, one mark deducted for every wrong attempt. Unattempted questions carry no penalty. Use this to get a realistic score estimate before the official NTA key is out. For more details on NEET UG eligibility, syllabus, and exam pattern, check our full exam guide.
Expected NEET UG 2026 Cutoff
Cutoff scores depend on total candidates, paper difficulty, and available MBBS seats. Based on previous year trends, the General category cutoff is expected to hover around 550–600 marks. Students targeting government medical colleges need to aim significantly higher. Browse the top private medical colleges in India and check their previous year NEET cutoffs to plan your options early. You can also explore AIIMS New Delhi admissions and cutoff if you're aiming for the top.
When Will NTA Release the Official NEET 2026 Answer Key?
NTA typically releases the official answer key within 10–15 days of the exam, along with an objection window. Candidates can raise challenges by paying ₹200 per question. The final answer key, after resolving objections, is used for result calculation. Keep checking the NEET UG 2026 official dates page on Cadera Edu for the latest updates.
What to Do After Checking the Answer Key
- Compare your OMR responses with this answer key carefully - Calculate: (Correct × 4) – (Wrong × 1) to get your estimated score - Use the NEET College Predictor to shortlist colleges based on your score - Explore top private medical colleges in India and check their NEET cutoffs - Check if AIIMS New Delhi is within your target range - Wait for NTA's official key before finalising your score - Objections to NTA's key can be raised at ₹200 per question within the window - Get personalised guidance — talk to a Cadera Edu counsellor for science stream admissions