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NEET UG 2026 Re-Examination: Provisional Answer Key Released with Bonus Marks

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination, awarding all candidates 4 bonus marks due to a dropped Physics question. This decision has sparked discussions among students and experts alike, with concerns raised about the examination process and potential inaccuracies in other subjects. Read on to learn more about the implications of these changes and how they affect the candidates.
By Ambika Singh Jun 29, 2026, 08:39 IST

Provisional Answer Key Released for NEET UG 2026



Exciting news has emerged for around 2 million candidates awaiting the final results of the NEET UG 2026 re-examination. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the provisional answer key for the re-exam conducted on June 21. Remarkably, all candidates have been awarded a full 4 marks even before the official NEET UG results are announced. A Physics question has been excluded from the provisional answer key, which means every examinee will receive bonus marks for it.


Impact of the Dropped Physics Question

The release of the provisional answer key has significantly altered the scoring for students who took the NEET UG re-examination on June 21. Concerns were raised regarding questions related to electromagnetic waves and Vernier calipers in the Physics section. After expert evaluation, the NTA opted to remove one Physics question. According to NTA guidelines, all candidates who participated in the exam will receive the full 4 bonus marks for this dropped question, irrespective of whether they attempted it or not.


Additional Benefits from Another Physics Question

Moreover, another Physics question has provided students with a double advantage. The NTA has recognized two different answers as correct for this question. Reports indicate that candidates who selected either of these correct options will also receive 4 marks. Since the exam was conducted in a single session, all 2 million examinees will benefit from this decision. However, students have pointed out potential inaccuracies not only in Physics but also in Chemistry, Biology, and Zoology, indicating that the total bonus marks could increase.


Concerns Raised About the Examination Process

While students are pleased with the bonus marks, education experts are questioning the NTA's procedures. They are concerned about how such a significant oversight occurred in the preparation of the question paper, especially given the extensive discussions and preparations surrounding the NEET re-examination.


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