The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET Answer Key 2026 for the December sessionvery soon on the official website ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates who appeared in the UGC NET December 2025 examination will be able to download the provisional answer key along with their response sheets using their login credentials.
Along with the answer key, NTA will also activate the objection (challenge) window, allowing candidates to raise objections against any answer they feel is incorrect. After reviewing all challenges, NTA will publish the final answer key, followed by the UGC NET December 2025 result.
The UGC NET December 2025 exam was conducted from 31 December 2025 to 7 January 2026 for 85 subjects across multiple shifts.
UGC NET Answer Key 2026 – Latest Update
- Exam Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Exam Name: UGC NET December 2025
- Answer Key Status: To be released
- Mode: Online (Provisional Answer Key)
- Official Website: ugcnet.nta.ac.in
Candidates must log in using their Application Number and Date of Birth to access the answer key and response sheet.
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UGC NET 2025 Answer Key – Expected Release Date
Based on previous years’ trends, NTA usually releases the UGC NET answer key within 5 to 14 days after the conclusion of the examination. In several past sessions, the answer key was released within 5–7 days.
📅 Expected Timeline:
👉 Last week of January 2026 (most likely)
Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website regularly for the direct download link.
How to Download UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key
Once released, candidates can download the provisional answer key by following these steps:
- Visit the official website ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Click on the link “UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key”
- A login page will open
- Enter:
- Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Security Code
- Click on Submit
- The UGC NET answer key and response sheet will appear on the screen
- Download and save it for future reference
UGC NET Answer Key 2025 – Objection Window
After releasing the provisional answer key, NTA will open a challenge window for a limited period.
Key Points About Objections
- Candidates can challenge any question or answer option
- A processing fee per question (non-refundable) may be applicable
- Objections must be supported with valid proof or explanation
- Subject experts will review all challenges carefully
Based on the final decision, NTA will release the final answer key, which will be used to prepare the UGC NET December 2025 result.