NEET 2025 Official Answer Key Released – Download PDF, Response Sheet, Challenge Details

NEET 2025

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET 2025 solution key, a huge relief for more than 20 lakh medical aspirants throughout the Country. This crucial launch lets in college students test their marked responses, estimate their ratings, and task discrepancies earlier than the outcomes are declared.

In this weblog, we’ll cover the whole lot you need to know about the NEET 2025 official solution key, such as the way to download the answer key and OMR sheet, how to submit answers, the marking scheme, and predicted result dates.

Highlights of NEET 2025 Answer Key

Event Details
Exam Name NEET UG 2025
Conducting Authority National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Date May 4, 2025
Answer Key Release Date June 3, 2025
Last Date to Challenge June 5, 2025 (11:50 PM)
Challenge Fee ₹200 per question (non-refundable)
Official Website neet.nta.nic.in

How to Download NEET 2025 Official Answer Key?

NEET 2025 answer keys are available for download in PDF format for all sets (set Q, R, S, T, etc.).

Steps to Download:

  1. Visit the official NTA NEET website: neet.nta.nic.in
  2. Click on the “NEET UG 2025 Answer Key – Download” link.
  3. Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth.
  4. View and download your response sheet (OMR) and the official answer key.
  5. Match your answers with the official key to calculate your probable score.

How to Check Your NEET OMR Sheet?

Along with the answer key, NTA has released the OMR response sheet, which contains the answers you marked during the exam.

Steps:

  1. Log in to the candidate portal.
  2. Click on “View/Download OMR Sheet”.
  3. You can download your scanned OMR response sheet in PDF format.
  4. If any of the responses are not visible or are wrongly recorded, candidates can raise objections.

How to Challenge NEET 2025 Answer Key?

Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer key or the OMR sheet can raise objections through the official website. However, keep in mind that each challenge costs ₹200 per question, and the fee is non-refundable.

Steps to Raise an Objection:

  1. Go to neet.nta.nic.in
  2. Log in using your credentials.
  3. Click on “Challenge Answer Key”.
  4. Select the questions you want to challenge.
  5. Upload supporting documents (proof, books, etc.).
  6. Pay the required fee online.
  7. Submit your challenge before June 5, 2025, at 11:50 PM.

Only legitimate and proof-subsidised challenges might be considered. The decision of NTA after reviewing the objections will be final.

NEET 2025 Marking Scheme

Response Type Marks Awarded
Correct Answer +4 marks
Incorrect Answer -1 mark
Unattempted Question 0 marks
More than one option Treated as incorrect

You can use the marking scheme to calculate your estimated NEET score using this formula:

Total Marks = (Number of Correct Answers × 4) – (Number of Wrong Answers × 1)

The exam consists of 200 questions, out of which 180 are to be attempted for a total of 720 marks.

NEET 2025: Expected Cutoff (Category-Wise)

While the very last cutoff might be launched in conjunction with the results, here is the anticipated cutoff based on trouble and previous years’ trends:

Category Expected Cutoff (Out of 720)
General (UR) 715 – 135
OBC 130 – 110
SC 110 – 90
ST 110 – 90
EWS 130 – 120
PwD (UR) 125 – 100

NEET 2025 Result Date

The NEET UG 2025 result is expected to be announced by June 14–20, 2025, once the final answer key is released. The result will include:

You will be able to download the scorecard from the official website using your application number and DOB.

What After NEET 2025 Result?

Once the results are out, here are the next steps:

  1. Check If You Qualify: Ensure you have scored above the qualifying cutoff percentile (50th percentile for General, 40th for SC/ST/OBC).
  2. Participate in Counselling: Based on your AIR and marks, you can register for:
    • All India Quota Counselling (AIQ) is conducted by MCC
    • State Quota Counselling is conducted by the respective state authorities
    • Deemed University & Private Medical College Counselling
  3. Prepare Your Documents: Keep the following ready for counselling:
    • NEET Admit Card
    • NEET Result/Scorecard
    • 10th & 12th Marksheet
    • Category Certificate (if applicable)
    • Identity Proof
    • Passport-sized photographs
  4. May consult education consultancies: Admission Universe is a trusted and reputable education consultancy that specializes in medical admissions in India and abroad. With years of experience and a strong network of partner institutions, it has earned recognition among students and parents for providing transparent, ethical, and result-oriented guidance.

Final Words

The release of the NEET 2025 official answer key is a vital milestone in the admission journey. It empowers candidates to evaluate their performance and correct any discrepancies. If you’ve appeared for NEET this year, act fast – download the answer key, compare your answers, raise objections if necessary, and get ready for the upcoming counselling rounds.

For the latest updates on NEET 2025 results, cutoffs, and college admissions, stay connected with us. Admission Universe wishes all aspiring doctors the very best for a bright future ahead!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, NTA has released the provisional NEET 2025 answer key on June 3, 2025.

Yes, you can challenge any answer you believe is incorrect by paying ₹200 per question before June 5, 2025.

Match your answers with the official key. For every correct answer, give yourself +4 marks and for every wrong answer, deduct 1 mark.

Yes, based on valid challenges, NTA will release a final answer key before announcing results.

No, the ₹200 per-question fee is non-refundable, even if your objection is accepted.