The NEET PG 2026 scorecard and answer key were released by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) on October 1, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the postgraduate medical entrance exam can now access their individual scorecards, answer keys, and recorded responses by logging into the official NBEMS website. This release follows the declaration of the NEET PG 2026 result on September 24, which included raw scores and All India Ranks.
When were the NEET PG 2026 scorecard and answer key released?
According to NBEMS, the NEET PG 2026 answer key and candidates' response details became available on October 1, 2026. The individual scorecard was also released on the same date. Candidates need their User ID and password to download these documents. The answer key allows candidates to verify question IDs, correct answers, their recorded responses, and marks awarded for each question.
- NEET PG 2026 exam was held on August 30, 2026.
- A re-examination took place on September 5, 2026, for affected candidates.
- The result was declared on September 24, 2026.
- Scorecard and answer key were released on October 1, 2026.
- The maximum exam marks are 720.
- Scorecards are available for six months after issuance.
What are the important NEET PG 2026 dates and details?
| Event | Date/Details |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Exam | August 30, 2026 |
| NEET PG Re-exam | September 5, 2026 |
| NEET PG Result 2026 | September 24, 2026 |
| NEET PG Scorecard 2026 | October 1, 2026 |
| NEET PG Answer Key 2026 | October 1, 2026 or after |
| Official Website | natboard.edu.in |
| Maximum Marks | 720 |
| Scorecard Availability | Six months from issuance |
NBEMS conducted a re-examination on September 5 for candidates affected at two Jaipur test centres. A total of 2,63,544 candidates appeared on August 30 and 2,416 candidates appeared in the re-examination.
How can candidates download the NEET PG 2026 scorecard?
Once the scorecard link is activated, candidates can follow these steps to download their NEET PG 2026 scorecard:
- Visit the official NBEMS website at natboard.edu.in.
- Navigate to the NEET PG 2026 examination section.
- Click on the application or applicant login link.
- Enter your User ID and password.
- Submit the login details.
- Open the NEET PG 2026 scorecard displayed on the dashboard.
- Download and save the scorecard for counselling and admission purposes.
It is important to keep a copy of the scorecard as it contains details required during the postgraduate medical admission process.
What is the NEET PG 2026 cutoff for qualification?
NBEMS announced the NEET PG 2026 qualifying cutoff along with the result. The cutoff is based on percentile ranks, with marks calculated on a 720-mark scale. The qualifying cutoff determines eligibility for counselling but does not guarantee seat allotment, which depends on rank, category, choices, seat availability, and counselling rules.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 262 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 244 |
| SC/ST/OBC, including PwBD | 40th percentile | 226 |
The cutoff marks are 262 for General/EWS candidates, 244 for General PwBD candidates, and 226 for SC, ST, and OBC candidates including PwBD from these categories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the NEET PG 2026 scorecard be available?
A: The scorecard was released on October 1, 2026, through the NBEMS applicant login.
Q: How can I access the NEET PG 2026 answer key?
A: The answer key and recorded response details are available on or after October 1, 2026, via the NBEMS official website.
Q: What is the qualifying cutoff for NEET PG 2026?
A: The qualifying cutoff is 262 marks for General/EWS candidates (50th percentile), 244 marks for General PwBD candidates (45th percentile), and 226 marks for SC, ST, and OBC candidates including PwBD (40th percentile).
