AIAPGET 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet Released; Objection Window Open at aiapget.nta.nic.in

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the provisional AIAPGET 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet in August 2026 on its official portals, exams.nta.nic.in and aiapget.nta.nic.in. Candidates who appeared for the All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test 2026 can now access these documents and submit challenges against any incorrect official answers.

This release is crucial for candidates seeking admission to Postgraduate ASU & H Courses for the Academic Session 2026–27, as it allows them to review their responses and calculate their probable scores before the final results are declared. The objection window, also open in August 2026, provides a vital opportunity for candidates to ensure fairness in the evaluation process.

Aiapget 2026: Key Dates and Examination Overview

The All India Ayush Post Graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) 2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) since 2019, serves as the single entrance examination for admission to Postgraduate ASU & H Courses. The Computer Based Test (CBT) for AIAPGET 2026 was successfully organized on 22nd August 2026. This examination is the common entrance test for admission to both All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats for MD/MS programmes in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy disciplines.

The provisional answer key and response sheet were made available in August 2026, allowing candidates to review their performance. The NTA will declare the final results for AIAPGET 2026 in September 2026, following a thorough review of all valid objections submitted by candidates. The final answer key will also be released after this review process.

How to Access Aiapget 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet

Candidates can download the provisional AIAPGET Answer Key 2026 and their individual response sheets from the official website, aiapget.nta.nic.in. The provisional answer key PDF is published for all question booklet sets and shift sessions that were conducted on 22nd August 2026. The response sheet PDF provides a complete overview of the candidate’s performance, including their full name, registration number/user ID, roll number, subject stream, exam date and shift details, question paper set/question ID, the option marked by the candidate, and the official correct option.

Challenging the Aiapget 2026 Answer Key

The NTA has provided a mechanism for candidates to challenge any official answer they believe to be incorrect. This process is conducted online through the candidate portal. To submit a challenge, candidates must upload valid documentary proof in PDF format to support their claim. An objection fee of Rs. 200 per question challenged is required, which is non-refundable. This fee ensures that only genuine and well-supported objections are submitted for review by subject experts.

Calculating Scores Using Aiapget 2026 Answer Key

The AIAPGET 2026 exam comprised objective prelims paper sections with a total of 120 questions, carrying a maximum of 480 marks. The duration of the examination was 120 minutes (2 hours). Candidates can calculate their probable scores using the provisional answer key and their response sheet based on the following marking scheme: for each correct objective response, +4 marks are awarded. For each wrong objective answer, a negative mark of -1 is deducted. Unattempted questions receive 0 marks. This transparent marking scheme allows candidates to estimate their performance accurately.

What Happens After the Objection Window?

After the answer key objection window closes in August 2026, subject experts appointed by the NTA will meticulously review all candidate objections. The NTA will then release the final Answer Key for AIAPGET 2026, incorporating any valid changes identified during the review process. Later, the AIAPGET Result 2026 will be published on the official website, aiapget.nta.nic.in, in September 2026. This thorough process ensures fairness and accuracy in the final evaluation of candidates for postgraduate Ayush courses.

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