The National Testing Agency has released the NTA AIAPGET Answer Key 2026 on 3 September 2026. The provisional answer key along with question papers and recorded responses is available on the official website exams.nta.nic.in/aiapget. The All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test was conducted on 22 August 2026 in computer based mode across 205 centres in 104 cities for about 51482 candidates. A re-examination was held on 1 September 2026 for 49 affected candidates. Candidates who are not satisfied with any answer can challenge the provisional key by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question. The challenge window is open from 3 September to 5 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM. The processing fee can be paid through debit card credit card or net banking. Challenges will be examined by a panel of subject experts and the final answer key will be prepared accordingly. AIAPGET is the national level entrance test for admission to MD MS postgraduate courses in Ayurveda Unani Siddha and Homoeopathy under All India Quota and State Quota seats. There is no upper age limit and candidates must hold a BAMS BUMS BSMS or BHMS degree with completed internship. This article covers all important dates application fee eligibility selection process and steps to download and challenge the AIAPGET Answer Key 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 10 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 July 2026 |
| Application Correction | 1 to 2 August 2026 |
| Examination Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Re-Examination for Affected Candidates | 1 September 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 3 September 2026 |
| Answer Key Challenge Window | 3 to 5 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Result Declaration | September 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General UR | Rs 2700 |
| General EWS and OBC NCL | Rs 2450 |
| SC ST PwBD and Third Gender | Rs 1800 |
The fee was payable online through debit card credit card UPI or net banking.
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Upper Age Limit | No upper age limit |
| Minimum Age | As per eligibility for postgraduate courses |
There is no restriction on the number of attempts as long as the candidate meets the educational and internship criteria.
Vacancy Details
AIAPGET is an entrance examination for admission to postgraduate AYUSH seats. The total number of seats is expected to be over 1600 across Ayurveda Homoeopathy Unani Siddha and related disciplines under All India Quota and State Quota. Exact seat matrix will be released by AACCC during counselling.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | BAMS BUMS BSMS or BHMS degree from a recognised institution |
| Internship | Compulsory rotatory internship completed on or before 31 July 2026 |
| Registration | Provisional or permanent registration with State or Central AYUSH Council |
| Nationality | Indian nationals |
Selection Process
The selection for postgraduate AYUSH courses is based on the AIAPGET score.
The examination is a computer based test of 120 minutes duration consisting of multiple choice questions.
The result will be prepared on the basis of the final answer key after considering the challenges.
Qualified candidates will participate in counselling conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee for All India Quota seats and respective state authorities for State Quota seats.
Admission will be granted on the basis of merit rank category and choice filling.
How to Download and Challenge AIAPGET Answer Key 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official website exams.nta.nic.in/aiapget |
| 2 | Click on Challenge regarding Answer Key or Answer Key Challenge AIAPGET 2026 |
| 3 | Login using Application Number and Password and enter captcha |
| 4 | Click on View Question Paper to see recorded responses |
| 5 | Click on Click to view Challenge Answer Key |
| 6 | Select the question ID to challenge choose the correct option and upload supporting documents if any |
| 7 | Pay the processing fee of Rs 200 per question and submit |
No challenge will be accepted without payment of the fee or after the deadline.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click here |
| Answer Key Challenge | Click here |
| NTA Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions
[question]When was the NTA AIAPGET Answer Key 2026 released?
[answer]The provisional answer key was released on 3 September 2026.
[question]What is the last date to challenge the AIAPGET Answer Key 2026?
[answer]The challenge window closes on 5 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
[question]What is the fee to challenge one question in AIAPGET Answer Key?
[answer]The non-refundable processing fee is Rs 200 per question.
[question]When was the AIAPGET 2026 examination conducted?
[answer]The main examination was held on 22 August 2026 and a re-examination for affected candidates was held on 1 September 2026.
[question]Is there any upper age limit for AIAPGET 2026?
[answer]There is no upper age limit for appearing in AIAPGET 2026.
[question]Where can candidates download the AIAPGET Answer Key 2026?
[answer]Candidates can download the provisional answer key question papers and recorded responses from exams.nta.nic.in/aiapget by logging in with their application number and password.
The final answer key will be prepared after expert review of the challenges. The result of AIAPGET 2026 is expected to be declared in September 2026 on the basis of the final answer key.