The NCHMCT JEE 2026 provisional answer key has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official portal, exams.nta.ac.in/NCHM. Candidates who appeared for the hotel management entrance examination can now download the answer key, recorded responses, and question papers online.
NTA has also opened the objection window for candidates who wish to challenge any answer in the provisional key. The last date to raise objections is May 9, 2026.
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Answer Key Dates
The NCHM JEE 2026 answer key was officially released on May 7, 2026. Candidates can submit objections online by paying a non-refundable processing fee of INR 200 per question challenged.
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Official Website and Download Link
Candidates can access the provisional answer key and response sheet through the official NTA portal by logging in with their application credentials.
The released documents include:
- Provisional answer key
- Candidate response sheet
- Question paper
Candidates are advised to review all responses carefully before submitting objections.
How to Download NCHMCT JEE 2026 Answer Key
Candidates can follow these steps to access the provisional answer key:
- Visit the official website, exams.nta.ac.in/NCHM
- Click on the NCHMCT JEE 2026 answer key link
- Login using application number and password
- Open the response sheet and answer key
- Download the documents for reference
- Calculate probable scores using the provisional key
How to Challenge NCHMCT JEE 2026 Answer Key
Candidates not satisfied with any answer can submit objections online through the challenge portal.
Steps to Raise Objections
- Login to the official NCHMCT JEE portal
- Click on “Answer Key Challenge”
- Select the question to challenge
- Upload supporting documents if required
- Pay INR 200 per question online
- Submit the objection form
Candidates should note that the challenge fee is non-refundable.
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Result to Be Based on Final Answer Key
According to NTA, all objections submitted by candidates will be reviewed by subject experts. If any challenge is found valid, the provisional answer key will be revised accordingly.
The NCHMCT JEE 2026 result will be prepared based on the final answer key.
NTA has also clarified that candidates will not receive individual confirmation regarding acceptance or rejection of objections. The decision taken by subject experts will be final.
NCHMCT JEE 2026 Exam Conducted Across 103 Cities
The NCHM JEE 2026 examination was conducted on April 25, 2026, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
This year, the examination was held across:
- 103 cities
- 115 examination centres across India
The exam is conducted for admission to hotel management programmes offered by institutes affiliated with the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- Submit objections before the deadline
- Keep payment proof for reference
- Upload valid supporting documents
- Review all answers carefully before challenging
- Track official updates for final answer key and result
FAQs
Has the NCHMCT JEE 2026 answer key been released?
Yes, NTA has released the NCHMCT JEE 2026 provisional answer key online.
Where can candidates download the NCHMCT JEE 2026 answer key?
Candidates can download the answer key from exams.nta.ac.in/NCHM.
What is the last date to challenge the NCHMCT JEE 2026 answer key?
Candidates can raise objections till May 9, 2026.
What is the objection fee for NCHMCT JEE 2026 answer key challenge?
Candidates have to pay INR 200 per question challenged.
Will the NCHMCT JEE 2026 result be based on the provisional answer key?
No, the result will be prepared based on the final revised answer key.
When was the NCHMCT JEE 2026 exam conducted?
The examination was conducted on April 25, 2026, in CBT mode.
