UGC NET December 2025 Provisional Answer Key Released
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the provisional answer key for the UGC NET December 2025 examination. Candidates who appeared for the test can now access the answer key along with their respective question papers and recorded responses on the official examination portal. This allows applicants to estimate their probable scores before the final results are announced.
The UGC NET December 2025 examination was conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across 85 different subjects. The testing window spanned from December 31, 2025, to January 7, 2026, covering all scheduled sessions during this period.
Objection Submission Window and Fee Structure
Candidates who find discrepancies or errors in the provisional answer key have the opportunity to raise formal objections. The challenge window remains open for a limited period, starting from January 14, 2026, and closing on January 17, 2026, at 11:50 PM. Any objections submitted after this deadline will not be considered under any circumstances.
To file a challenge against any question in the answer key, candidates are required to pay a nominal processing fee of Rs. 200 per question. The payment can be completed through multiple digital channels, including credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or UPI services. It is important to note that objections submitted without the accompanying fee payment will be automatically rejected. Additionally, challenges sent through email, postal mail, or any mode other than the official online portal will not be entertained.
Evaluation Process for Objections
All submitted objections will be carefully reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts appointed by the examination authority. If the panel determines that a challenge is valid and the existing answer is incorrect, the answer key will be revised accordingly. Any such corrections will be applied uniformly for all candidates who appeared for the examination, ensuring fairness across the board. The final answer key, incorporating all approved changes, will serve as the basis for calculating scores and preparing the final merit list.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download the Answer Key
Candidates can follow these simple steps to access and download their provisional answer key along with the recorded responses:
- Visit the official UGC NET examination website by navigating to the designated NTA portal.
- On the homepage, locate and click on the link labeled for downloading the answer key.
- Enter your application number and date of birth or password in the required fields.
- Complete the on-screen captcha verification to proceed further.
- Click the submit button to view your provisional answer key along with the responses you recorded during the exam.
- Download the PDF version of the answer key and take a printout for future reference and record-keeping purposes.
Candidates are advised to review their answer sheets carefully during the objection window and submit any challenges well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. The examination authority has emphasized that all decisions regarding answer key revisions will be final and binding on all candidates.
