The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the CMAT 2026 provisional answer key and question papers with recorded responses today, 31st January 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 on 25th January 2026 can now access the answer key online to review their responses and estimate their scores before the final results are announced.
The CMAT 2026 exam was conducted in a single shift across India in computer-based mode, with over 53,000 registered candidates participating. The answer key challenge window is now open, allowing candidates to raise objections against any answer they believe is incorrect by paying a nominal fee per question.
NTA CMAT 2026 Answer Key – Direct Download Link
Candidates can download the CMAT 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet from the official website https://cmat.nta.nic.in/. The answer key includes recorded responses and the correct option IDs for each question.
Direct Link to Download CMAT 2026 Answer Key
How to Download CMAT 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to access their provisional answer key and recorded responses:
- Visit the official NTA CMAT website: https://cmat.nta.nic.in/.
- Click on the link “Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key.”
- Log in using your Application Number and Password.
- Enter the CAPTCHA code and submit.
- Click on “View Question Paper” to see your recorded responses.
- To challenge an answer, click on “Click to view/Challenge Answer Key.”
- Compare your answers with the provisional key and raise objections if required.
Details Available in CMAT 2026 Answer Key
The answer key PDF includes the following information:
- Candidate’s name and application details
- Exam date and shift
- Question IDs and correct option IDs
- Your recorded responses
- Status of responses (correct/incorrect)
- Option to challenge answers with supporting documents
How to Challenge CMAT 2026 Answer Key?
If a candidate finds any discrepancy in the provisional answer key, they can challenge it by following these steps:
- Log in to the CMAT portal using your credentials.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
- Choose the correct option ID you believe is accurate.
- Upload supporting documents (if any) in a single PDF file.
- Pay the challenge fee of ₹200 per question via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Submit and save the confirmation receipt.
Note: The challenge fee is non-refundable, and objections without payment will not be considered.
How to Calculate CMAT 2026 Expected Score?
Candidates can estimate their scores using the answer key and the CMAT marking scheme:
- Correct answer: +4 marks
- Incorrect answer: -1 mark
- Unanswered question: 0 marks
Formula:
Estimated Score = (Number of correct answers × 4) – (Number of incorrect answers × 1)
Also Read: TNTET Result 2025 Out @trb.tn.gov.in, Paper 1 & 2 Score Card PDF Download Link
FAQs
Q1. Is the CMAT 2026 answer key released?
Yes, the provisional answer key was released on 31st January 2026.
Q2. How can I challenge the CMAT answer key?
Candidates can challenge the answer key by logging into the CMAT portal, selecting the question, paying ₹200 per question, and submitting supporting documents.
Q3. What is the last date to challenge the CMAT 2026 answer key?
The challenge window is open until 2nd February 2026 (11:50 PM).
Q4. Will the answer key be revised after challenges?
Yes, if any challenge is found valid by subject experts, the final answer key will be revised accordingly.
