NTA UGC NET answer key likely by this date: Check objection details here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET December 2025 provisional answer key by January 15, as per a few media reports. However, NTA has not issued any official notice confirming the exact release date.

Once released, the answer key will help candidates match their answers and get an idea of their expected scores before the final result. Along with the answer key, NTA is also likely to release the question paper and recorded responses. These documents allow candidates to review their performance and raise objections, if required. The UGC NET exam is held for eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and PhD admissions.

Candidates are advised to check updates regularly on the official website, as the dates mentioned in media reports are tentative.

UGC NET answer key 2025 expected release date

According to several media reports, the UGC NET December 2025 answer key is likely to be released around January 15. In previous exam sessions, NTA has usually released the provisional answer key within a few days after the exam ends. This year, the exam was conducted in computer-based mode over multiple days.

The evaluation process is currently in progress. Since no official date has been announced, candidates should treat January 15 as an expected date based on reports.

Any change in the schedule will be announced only through an official notice by NTA.

What will be released with the UGC NET answer key

When NTA releases the provisional answer key, candidates will be able to download three important items. These include the provisional answer key, the question paper, and the recorded responses.

Candidates must log in using their application number and date of birth or password to access these details. The answer key will be released subject-wise. By checking these documents, candidates can compare their answers with the official responses provided by NTA.

How to challenge UGC NET provisional answer key

After the provisional answer key is released, NTA will open a challenge window. During this period, candidates can raise objections if they find any incorrect answers in the key.

Objections can be submitted online through the candidate login portal. A processing fee is usually charged for each question challenged. All objections are reviewed by subject experts. If an objection is found valid, the answer key is revised.

Challenges submitted after the deadline are not accepted.

UGC NET final answer key and result details

Once all objections are reviewed, NTA will release the final answer key. The UGC NET result is prepared based only on the final answer key. No further challenges are allowed after the final key is published. The result will show whether the candidate has qualified for JRF, Assistant Professor eligibility, or both. The scorecard will include marks obtained and qualifying status. The result is expected to be announced soon after the release of the final answer key.