NEET UG 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the challenge window for the NEET UG 2025 Provisional Answer Key and OMR Response Sheet. This is a vital step in ensuring transparency and fairness in India’s largest medical entrance examination. Candidates who appeared for NEET UG 2025 can now access and review their answer sheets and challenge any discrepancies until 5 June 2025 (11:50 PM).
The documents are available on the official NEET portal — neet.nta.nic.in — and have also been sent to the candidates’ registered email addresses.
What Has NTA Released?
The NTA has released the following for NEET UG 2025 candidates:
- Provisional Answer Key for all paper codes
- Scanned Images of OMR Answer Sheets
- Recorded Responses of each candidate
This step allows students to evaluate their performance and raise objections, if any, before the declaration of the final results.
Important Dates for NEET UG 2025 Challenge Window
To help candidates navigate the process, here are the key dates and deadlines:
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Start of Challenge Window | 3 June 2025 |
| End of Challenge Window | 5 June 2025 (till 11:50 PM) |
| Final Answer Key Release (Expected) | Second week of June 2025 |
| NEET UG 2025 Result Date (Expected) | Mid to Late June 2025 |
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What is the NEET Provisional Answer Key?
The Provisional Answer Key is a preliminary list of answers prepared by NTA’s subject matter experts. It gives candidates a chance to cross-verify their responses before the final key is announced.
The OMR Response Sheet, on the other hand, is a digital scan of the candidate’s actual responses recorded during the examination.
How to Challenge NEET 2025 Answer Key or OMR Sheet
Candidates who find discrepancies in their response sheet or believe a provisional answer is incorrect can raise objections during the challenge window.
Step-by-Step Guide to Submit a Challenge
| Instructions |
|---|
| Visit the official website: neet.nta.nic.in |
| Click on: “Display OMR Answer Sheet / Challenge Answer Key” |
| Log in using your Application Number, Password, and Security Pin |
| View your response sheet and NTA’s provisional answers |
| Select the questions you want to challenge |
| Upload supporting documents (optional but recommended, PDF format) |
| Click “Save your Claim” to proceed |
| Review and confirm your objections |
| Pay the challenge fee online (₹200 per question) |
| Download the confirmation receipt for future reference |
Fee Structure for NEET UG 2025 Challenge
The NTA has imposed a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question for raising objections. This applies to both answer key and recorded response challenges.
Processing Fee Details
| Activity | Fee | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key Challenge | ₹200 per question | No |
| OMR Response Sheet Challenge | ₹200 per question | No |
| Payment Mode | Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking | — |
💡 Note: Objections without payment will not be entertained. No offline challenges are accepted.
What Happens After the Challenge Window Closes?
Once the challenge window ends on 5 June 2025, all submissions will be reviewed by a panel of subject experts appointed by the NTA. Based on their expert analysis:
- Valid challenges will be accepted and incorporated into the final answer key.
- The revised key will be used to calculate and declare NEET UG 2025 results.
- Candidates will not receive individual updates about their challenges. All updates will be published on the official NEET portal.
Why Should You Challenge the NEET Answer Key or OMR?
Raising valid objections can significantly impact your final score. Here’s why it’s important:
- Accuracy Matters: If a provisional answer is incorrect, a successful objection could earn you extra marks.
- Bonus Marks: In case of questions with multiple correct answers, NTA may award full marks to students who chose any correct option.
- Ensure Fair Evaluation: Verifying OMR responses ensures your recorded answers reflect what you marked in the exam.
NEET UG 2025: Bonus Marks Rule Explained
NTA follows a Bonus Rule for ambiguous questions or those with more than one correct answer. If such discrepancies are identified, full marks are granted to candidates who chose any of the valid options.
🧾 Sample Table of Bonus Questions (as per Provisional Answer Key)
| Set Number | Question Number | Correct Options (as per NTA) |
|---|---|---|
| Set 45 | Q. 63 | Option 1, Option 2 |
| Set 46 | Q. 56 | Option 1, Option 4 |
| Set 47 | Q. 58 | Option 2, Option 3 |
| Set 48 | Q. 51 | Option 3, Option 4 |
Understanding NEET UG 2025 Answer Key Terminology
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key | Preliminary set of answers released after the exam for review |
| Final Answer Key | Corrected version released after evaluating all challenges |
| OMR Response Sheet | Scanned copy of the candidate’s marked answers in the actual exam |
| Recorded Response | The digital record of choices made by the candidate |
| Challenge Window | Period during which candidates can submit objections |
| Processing Fee | ₹200 per objection (non-refundable) |
Sample Calculation of NEET Score Using Provisional Answer Key
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions Attempted | 180 |
| Correct Answers | 150 |
| Incorrect Answers | 30 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect |
| Total Score | (150×4) – (30×1) = 600 – 30 = 570 |
Use your OMR sheet and the provisional answer key to calculate your tentative NEET UG 2025 score.
Download Links for NEET UG 2025 Materials
| Document | Download Link |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2025 Provisional Answer Key | Click Here |
| NEET UG 2025 OMR Response Sheet | Click Here |
| Challenge Submission Portal | Click Here |
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| Final Answer Key (Coming Soon) | Available after 5 June 2025 |
