The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the provisional answer key for the NBEMS Recruitment Examination 2026. Candidates who appeared for the computer-based recruitment test held on 15 and 16 September 2026 can now log in to the official portal to review their question paper, recorded responses, and provisional answer key.
If any applicant finds a discrepancy in the provisional answers, they can submit challenges online through the candidate dashboard within the timeframe specified by NBEMS.
NBEMS Answer Key 2026 Direct Links
- Official Website:natboard.edu.in
- NBEMS Notice Board:Official Notice Board
- Candidate Login Portal:Direct Login for Response Sheet & Key
NBEMS Recruitment Exam 2026 – Quick Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam Name | NBEMS Direct Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Recruitment Groups | Group A, Group B & Group C |
| Total Vacancies | 53 Posts |
| Exam Dates | 15 & 16 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional Key Released |
| Objection Mode | Online via Candidate Dashboard |
| Final Key & Result | To Be Announced |
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakup
The 2026 recruitment drive covers 53 positions across Group A, B, and C cadres:
- Group A: Deputy Director (Medical) – 02 Posts
- Group B: Junior Accountant (04 Posts), Junior Programmer (01 Post)
- Group C: Junior Assistant (39 Posts), Stenographer (07 Posts)
Steps to Check Question Paper & Recorded Responses
Candidates can view their answer key and response sheet by following these steps:
- Go to the official website: natboard.edu.in.
- Open the Recruitment / Notice Board section.
- Click on the Candidate Login link for Recruitment Exam 2026.
- Enter your registered User ID and Password.
- Navigate to the Question Paper & Response Sheet section.
- Compare your marked answers with the provisional answer key.
- Save or print the page for your records.
How to Submit Objections Against Answer Key
If you find an incorrect answer or factual error in the provisional key, you can raise an objection through the official portal:
- Log in to your candidate portal at natboard.edu.in.
- Click on the Objection Form / Challenge tab.
- Select the Question ID and specific option you want to challenge.
- Upload valid supporting documents or textual references to validate your objection.
- Follow the objection instructions shown on your dashboard (including any fee requirement, if applicable).
- Submit the challenge before the deadline indicated on your dashboard.
Note: Objections submitted through offline modes (email, post) or without proper supporting proof will not be accepted by NBEMS.
Evaluation Process: Final Key & Result
- Expert Review: All objections submitted within the stipulated timeframe will be reviewed by NBEMS subject experts.
- Final Answer Key Publication: If any challenge is found valid, the answer key will be modified, and a final key will be published.
- Result Declaration: The candidate response sheets will be evaluated based on the final answer key. The merit list and result updates will be released on the official portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Has the NBEMS Answer Key 2026 been released?
Yes, the provisional answer key, question paper, and candidate response sheets are now available on the official candidate portal.
2. How can I log in to check my response sheet?
You can log in at natboard.edu.in using the User ID and Password created during your application registration.
3. Can I challenge the provisional answers?
Yes, candidates can submit objections online by logging into their dashboard and uploading supporting documents before the notified deadline.
4. What happens after the objection window closes?
NBEMS will review the challenges. If corrections are required, a final answer key will be prepared, followed by the declaration of the exam result.
