NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet Released, Challenge Link Open

NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet Released, Challenge Link Open

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has displayed the NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet and recorded responses for candidates who appeared in the re-examination held on 21 June 2026.

As per the NTA public notice dated 13 July 2026, candidates can check their scanned OMR answer sheet, compare the recorded responses and raise an online challenge in case of a discrepancy.

NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet Overview

NTA has uploaded scanned images of OMR answer sheets and recorded responses for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination on the official NEET website.

A scanned image of the OMR answer sheet has also been sent to the registered email address provided by candidates during NEET UG 2026 registration.

Who Is Affected?

The latest update applies to candidates who appeared in the NEET UG 2026 re-examination conducted on 21 June 2026.

Why This Matters

Candidates can verify whether the responses read and recorded by the scanning system match the answers marked on their physical OMR answer sheet.

If there is a mismatch, candidates have been given an opportunity to challenge the recorded response online.

Important Dates

• Public Notice Date: 13 July 2026
• OMR Challenge Start Date: 13 July 2026
• Last Date for Challenge: 15 July 2026
• Closing Time: 11:00 AM
• Processing Fee: ₹200 for each response challenged

Key Details from Official NTA Notice

• Examination: NEET UG 2026 Re-Examination
• Re-Exam Date: 21 June 2026
• Facility Available: Scanned OMR Answer Sheet and Recorded Responses
• Challenge Mode: Online
• Challenge Fee: ₹200 per response challenge
• Official Portal: NEET NTA website
• Login Details: Application Number and Password
• Security Verification: Two-Factor Authentication through OTP

NTA has implemented Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for data security and privacy. Candidates will receive an OTP on their registered mobile number and email address before access is granted.

How to Check NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet

1. Visit the official NEET UG website.
2. Log in using your Application Number and Password.
3. Complete Two-Factor Authentication using the OTP received on your registered mobile number and email ID.
4. Click on “View/Challenge OMR Sheet & Recorded Responses.”
5. View the high-resolution scanned copy of your OMR answer sheet.
6. Compare your marked answers with the responses recorded by the scanning system.
7. Download or carefully review the displayed details.

How to Challenge NEET UG 2026 OMR Recorded Response

Candidates should raise a challenge only if the recorded response does not match the answer marked on the physical OMR sheet.

To submit a challenge:

1. Review the recorded choices question by question.
2. Identify the question where the recorded option differs from the marked response.
3. Select the relevant question number.
4. Tick the option claimed by you.
5. Pay the prescribed processing fee.
6. Click on “Submit Challenge.”
7. Download and print the acknowledgement page for future reference.

The acknowledgement page contains transaction details and a summary of the challenges submitted.

NEET OMR Challenge Fee 2026

Candidates are required to pay ₹200 for every individual challenge raised.

The annexure to the NTA notice states that the processing fee is refundable if the candidate's claim is verified as correct and it is established that the scanning agency read the parameters erroneously.

The total fee is automatically calculated according to the number of challenges raised.

Payment can be made online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI.

OMR Challenge vs Answer Key Challenge

Candidates must clearly understand that the current facility is for challenging OMR recorded responses.

An OMR response challenge is meant for cases where the response displayed by the scanning system does not match the answer actually marked by the candidate on the physical OMR sheet.

NTA has specifically stated that the Answer Key Challenge has already concluded. No challenge to the answer keys will be entertained at this stage.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Carefully review the scanned OMR image before submitting a challenge.
• Only responses marked by completely darkening the appropriate circle with a blue or black ballpoint pen are treated as valid OMR responses.
• Only one circle should be darkened for each question.
• Multiple marked circles may be treated as an invalid response and may attract negative marking under the applicable marking scheme.
• Overwriting or alteration may affect the reading of the response by the OMR scanner.
• Stray marks, partial markings or unintended spots may be interpreted incorrectly by the scanner.
• Compare the scanned OMR image with the recorded response before raising an objection.
• Challenges will not be accepted through any other mode of communication.
• Candidates must complete fee payment by 15 July 2026 up to 11:00 AM.
• Download and print the acknowledgement after submitting the challenge.
• A challenge based on a manipulated or tampered OMR image may be treated as Unfair Means and can lead to action under applicable rules.

Check NEET UG 2026 OMR Sheet and Challenge Online

Candidates can access the NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet and recorded response challenge facility through the official NEET UG website.

Check OMR Sheet / Submit Challenge: neet.nta.nic.in

Official portal: https://neet.nta.nic.in

Candidates should use only the official NTA portal for accessing their scanned OMR answer sheet and submitting challenges.

What Happens Next?

After the OMR challenge window closes, submitted challenges will be processed according to the prescribed procedure.

Candidates should preserve the acknowledgement page and continue checking the official NTA and NEET websites for further updates related to the NEET UG 2026 re-examination.

The exact NEET UG 2026 result date and time are not stated in this OMR challenge notice.

Student Advice

Candidates should not submit an OMR challenge simply because they disagree with an answer key. The current facility is specifically for a mismatch between the physical OMR marking and the response recorded by the scanning system.

Check every response carefully and complete any genuine challenge before 15 July 2026 at 11:00 AM. Do not wait until the closing time to complete payment and submission.

FAQs

Q1. Is the NEET UG 2026 OMR Response Sheet released?

Yes. NTA has displayed scanned OMR answer sheets and recorded responses for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination.

Q2. What is the last date to challenge the NEET OMR response?

The challenge facility is available up to 15 July 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Q3. What is the NEET OMR challenge fee?

Candidates must pay ₹200 for each response challenged.

Q4. Can I challenge the NEET answer key now?

No. NTA has stated that the Answer Key Challenge has already concluded and no answer key challenge will be entertained at this stage.

Q5. How can I check my NEET OMR sheet?

Log in to the official NEET UG portal using your Application Number and Password, complete OTP verification and open the OMR sheet and recorded responses facility.

Q6. Is the ₹200 OMR challenge fee refundable?

The annexure states that the processing fee is refundable if the candidate's claim is verified as correct and a scanning error is established.