Last Updated: June 13, 2026
The Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) will release the provisional answer key for the Assam Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 on June 14, 2026, after 6 PM. The entrance examination is conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering programmes in Assam for the academic session 2026–27.
According to ASTU’s official notice, “Challenge(s) to Provisional Answer Key, CEE-2026”, candidates will be allowed to review the provisional answer key and submit objections within the prescribed timeline. The university has outlined an online challenge process that includes the submission of supporting documents and payment of a processing fee.
The answer key review process is intended to improve transparency in evaluation and provide candidates with an opportunity to report potential discrepancies before the final answer key is published.
Important Dates
|
Event |
Status |
Date |
|
Assam CEE 2026 Exam |
Confirmed |
June 14, 2026 |
|
Provisional Answer Key Release |
Confirmed |
June 14, 2026 (After 6 PM) |
|
Objection Window Opens |
Confirmed |
June 14, 2026 |
|
Last Date to Raise Objections |
Confirmed |
June 16, 2026 (6 PM) |
|
Final Answer Key |
Awaiting Notification |
To Be Announced |
|
Result Declaration |
Expected After Final Key |
Date Not Announced |
How to Access the Answer Key
ASTU will publish the provisional answer key in PDF format on its official website. Candidates can download the document directly without logging in.
The provisional key allows candidates to compare their responses with the officially published answers and determine whether any question requires further review.
Assam CEE 2026 Objection Process
Candidates who wish to challenge any answer must submit objections through the CEE-2026 candidate portal.
Steps to Submit a Challenge
- Log in using the application number and password.
- Select the question to be challenged.
- Enter the proposed answer.
- Upload supporting academic references or documents.
- Pay the required fee.
- Submit the objection before the deadline.
ASTU has clarified that objections submitted through any mode other than the designated online portal will not be accepted.
Fee and Refund Policy
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Processing Fee |
₹500 per question |
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Payment Modes |
Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking |
|
Refund Eligibility |
If the challenge is accepted |
|
Refund Basis |
Revision of the answer key after expert review |
Candidates should verify the payable amount before completing payment. Challenges with incomplete fee payment may not be processed.
What Happens After the Deadline?
The objection window will close on June 16, 2026, at 6 PM. Thereafter, ASTU will review all successfully submitted challenges.
Subject experts appointed by the university will examine the objections and supporting evidence. If required, revisions may be made before the final answer key is published. The final answer key will be used for evaluating responses and preparing results.
Result Preparation Process
|
Stage |
Description |
|
Provisional Key |
Initial answers published |
|
Objection Submission |
Challenges received from candidates |
|
Expert Review |
Evaluation of submitted objections |
|
Final Answer Key |
Revised key published, if required |
|
Result Declaration |
Scores and ranks released |
Why the Review Process Matters
The answer key challenge mechanism is widely used in competitive examinations to support accuracy and transparency. It provides a formal process for candidates to raise concerns supported by academic evidence before results are finalised.
Important Advisory for Candidates
- Review questions carefully before filing objections.
- Upload relevant and clear supporting documents.
- Retain payment receipts and acknowledgement records.
- Complete submissions before the deadline.
Incomplete or unsupported objections may not be considered during the review process.
Safety Advisory
Candidates should rely only on official ASTU notifications and portals for examination-related updates.
- Do not share passwords, OTPs, or login credentials.
- Avoid unofficial agents or third-party services claiming to influence results.
- Verify payment links before making transactions.
- Cross-check suspicious messages through official university channels.
Any update issued by ASTU after publication of this article should be treated as the latest official information.
Official Sources
- ASTU Notice: Challenge(s) to Provisional Answer Key, CEE-2026
- Assam CEE 2026 Information Brochure
- Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) Official Website
Disclaimer
This article is based on information available from official ASTU sources at the time of publication. Examination schedules, procedures, fees, and related guidelines may change through subsequent notifications. Readers should verify the latest updates through official ASTU communications and the CEE-2026 portal. In case of any discrepancy, official notifications issued by ASTU shall prevail.