The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will issue the NEET PG 2026 answer key and scorecard on or after October 1, 2026. This is the first time NBEMS is releasing the answer key following Supreme Court directives. Candidates who appeared for the exam can download their scorecards from the official website natboard.edu.in for six months after issuance.
- NEET PG 2026 answer key release expected on or after October 1
- Scorecards available for download for six months on natboard.edu.in
- Over 2.65 lakh candidates appeared for the exam held on August 30
- MCC handles counselling for 50% All India Quota seats; states manage the rest
- Postgraduate medical seats increased by 11% to 58,000 this year
When and how can candidates download the NEET PG 2026 answer key and scorecard?
NBEMS will publish the NEET PG 2026 answer key and scorecard starting October 1, 2026, on its official website. Candidates must log in using their application number and password to access these documents. The scorecard will show question ID numbers, correct answer key IDs, the candidate's marked responses, and scores for each question based on the evaluation scheme.
To download the answer key, candidates should:
- Visit the official website at natboard.edu.in.
- Click on the NEET PG answer key link.
- Enter login credentials including application number and password.
- Submit the details to view the answer key.
- Download and save the answer key PDF for future reference.
How long will the NEET PG 2026 scorecard be available?
Scorecards will be available for download for six months from the date of issuance. NBEMS has stated that requests for scorecards after this period will be rejected because these are system-generated documents and cannot be sent by post or email.
What is the scale of NEET PG 2026 exam participation?
More than 2.65 lakh candidates appeared for the NEET PG 2026 exam, which was conducted on August 30, 2026. This large number reflects the competitive nature of postgraduate medical admissions in India.
Who conducts counselling for NEET PG 2026 and how are seats allocated?
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for 50% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats, central universities, deemed universities, and ESIC institutes. The remaining 50% of state quota seats are managed by respective state authorities through their own counselling portals.
What changes have been made in the NEET PG 2026 seat matrix?
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released the updated NEET PG seat matrix for 2026. The total number of MD, MS, and diploma seats has increased to 58,000, which is an 11% rise from 52,173 seats in the previous year. Karnataka has the highest number of postgraduate medical seats among states.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I download the NEET PG 2026 scorecard and answer key?
A: Both the scorecard and answer key will be available on the official NBEMS website at natboard.edu.in starting October 1, 2026.
Q: How long will the NEET PG 2026 scorecard be accessible online?
A: Candidates can download their scorecards for six months from the date they are issued. After that, NBEMS will not provide scorecards.
Q: Who manages the counselling process for NEET PG 2026?
A: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) manages counselling for 50% of All India Quota seats and other central institutions, while state authorities handle the remaining 50% state quota seats.
Q: Has there been an increase in postgraduate medical seats for 2026?
A: Yes, the total number of seats has increased by 11% to 58,000 seats compared to last year.
