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NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 – Download PDF, Response Sheet & Objection Link

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CMAT Answer Key 2026. Candidates who appeared for the CMAT examination held on 25 January 2026 can now check and download the provisional answer key & response sheet from the official website cmat.nta.nic.in.

This national-level entrance exam facilitates admission to MBA/PGDM programs in over 1,000 AICTE-approved institutions. If you find any discrepancy in the answers, you can raise objections before 02 February 2026 (today is the last day).

NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 – Quick Overview

NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 www.DeshSeva
Organization	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name	Common Management Admission Test (CMAT)
Total Participating Institutes	1000+
Exam Date	25 January 2026
Answer Key Status	Released
Release Date	31 January 2026
Last Date for Objection	02 February 2026
Official Website	cmat.nta.nic.in

Direct Link: CMAT 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet Login

How to Download NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026?

Follow these simple steps to download your answer key & response sheet:

Visit the official website: cmat.nta.nic.in
Click on the “CMAT 2026 Answer Key” or “Candidate Login” link
Log in using your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth
Your recorded responses and provisional answer key will appear on screen
Download and save the PDF for future reference

NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 – Important Links

How to Raise Objection Against NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026?

If you disagree with any answer in the provisional key, follow these steps:

Log in to your candidate portal on cmat.nta.nic.in
Go to the “Objection/Challenge” section
Select the question(s) you want to challenge
Upload supporting documents/references (mandatory)
Pay the objection fee (₹200 per question, non-refundable even if accepted)
Submit before the deadline: 02 February 2026

Important: Objections submitted after the deadline will NOT be considered.

NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Exam Conducted	25 January 2026
Provisional Answer Key Released	31 January 2026
Last Date to Raise Objection	02 February 2026
Final Answer Key (Expected)	Mid February 2026
Result Declaration (Expected)	13 February 2026

How to Calculate Your Score Using NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026?

Use this formula to estimate your score:

Total Score = (Correct Answers × 4) – (Wrong Answers × 1)

Marking Scheme for CMAT Exam:

Correct Answer: +4 marks
Wrong Answer: -1 mark
Unattempted: 0 marks

NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 - FAQs

Q1. When was NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026 released?

The provisional answer key was released on 31 January 2026.

Q2. How can I download NTA CMAT Answer Key 2026?

Visit cmat.nta.nic.in, click on the answer key/login link, enter your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth, and download the PDF.

Q3. What is the last date to raise objections against CMAT Answer Key?

Candidates can submit objections until 02 February 2026.

Q4. When will NTA CMAT Final Answer Key be released?

The final answer key is expected in mid-February 2026 after reviewing objections.

Q5. When will NTA CMAT Result 2026 be declared?

Results are expected on 13 February 2026. We will update once officially announced.

CMAT Answer Key 2026 OUT - Download PDF, Response Sheet & Objection Link