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NEET OMR Answer Sheet Challenge 2026 – NTA Guidelines & Online Process

NEET OMR ANSWER SHEET CHALLENGE GUIDELINES

National Testing Agency (NTA) – Candidate Workflow & Specific Instructions for OMR Challenge

Organisation National Testing Agency (NTA)

Purpose OMR Answer Sheet Challenge

Processing Fee ₹200 per challenge

Refund If claim verified correct

Challenge Process

5 Simple Steps

Processing Fee

₹200

Per challenge (refundable if correct)

Important Note

UFM Warning

Tampered images = Unfair Means action

Candidate Workflow for OMR Challenge

Step 1: Login & Authentication

Visit the official NTA examination website. Log in using your Application Number and Password. Complete the Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) by entering the OTP received on your registered mobile number and email ID.

Step 2: Accessing the Challenge Portal

Click on the link designated as "View/Challenge OMR Sheet & Recorded Responses". You will see the high-resolution scanned copy of your submitted OMR sheet alongside the data fields and options read by the scanning machine.

Step 3: Identifying and Selecting Discrepancies

Candidates can raise an objection regarding the OMR Responses if they do not match the data records available with the NTA:
OMR Responses: Review the recorded choices question by question. If a recorded option differs from what you marked on the sheet, select the question number and tick your claimed option.

Step 4: Fee Payment

For every individual challenge raised, the candidate is required to pay a processing fee of ₹200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only).
• This processing fee is refundable if the candidate's claim is verified as correct.
• The total fee, calculated automatically by the system, must be paid online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

Step 5: Submission & Acknowledgement

Once the payment is successfully processed, click on "Submit Challenge". Candidates must download and print the Acknowledgement Page containing the transaction details and the summary of challenges raised for all future references.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Review Carefully: Candidates are advised to carefully review the scanned image of their OMR Answer Sheet before submitting any challenge.
Valid Marking: Only responses marked by completely darkening the appropriate circle using a Blue or Black Ball Point Pen will be treated as valid OMR responses.
Single Circle Only: Only one circle should be darkened for each question. If more than one circle is marked, the response will be treated as invalid and will attract negative marking.
No Alterations: Once a response has been marked on the OMR Answer Sheet, it cannot be changed. Overwriting or alteration may affect its reading by the OMR Scanner.
Stray Marks: Stray spots, stray marks, partial markings, or any other unintended marks may be incorrectly interpreted by the OMR Scanner.
Scanner's Recording: The response recorded by the OMR Scanner is based solely on the markings made by the candidate on the OMR Answer Sheet.
Compare Before Challenge: Candidates should submit a challenge only after carefully comparing the scanned image with the response displayed on the portal.

Unfair Means (UFM) Warning

If it is found that a challenge has been submitted on the basis of a manipulated or tampered scanned image of the OMR Answer Sheet, the matter shall be treated as a case of Unfair Means (UFM). Appropriate action, including debarment and/or legal proceedings, may be initiated in accordance with the applicable rules.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OMR Answer Sheet Challenge process?

It is a process by which candidates can challenge discrepancies between the answers they marked on their physical OMR sheet and the responses read/recorded by the scanning agency, or errors in capturing vital data fields from their OMR sheet.

How can I access the challenge portal?

Visit the official NTA examination website, log in using your Application Number and Password, complete Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), and click on "View/Challenge OMR Sheet & Recorded Responses".

What is the fee for filing a challenge?

The processing fee is ₹200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) per individual challenge raised. The fee is refundable if the candidate's claim is verified as correct.

What happens if I mark more than one circle for a question?

If more than one circle is marked or darkened for a question, the response will be treated as invalid and will attract negative marking, in accordance with the applicable marking scheme.

Can I change my response after marking it on the OMR sheet?

No. Once a response has been marked on the OMR Answer Sheet, it cannot be changed. Any overwriting or alteration may affect its reading by the OMR Scanner.

What should I do after submitting my challenge?

Candidates must download and print the Acknowledgement Page containing the transaction details and the summary of challenges raised for all future references.

What happens if I submit a challenge based on a tampered image?

If it is found that a challenge has been submitted on the basis of a manipulated or tampered scanned image, the matter shall be treated as a case of Unfair Means (UFM). Action including debarment and/or legal proceedings may be initiated.