UGC‑NET Provisional Answer Key 2025 Released at ugcnet.nta.ac.in
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the provisional answer key, along with the question paper and candidates’ recorded responses, for the UGC NET June 2025 exam. Candidate access is now live at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The exam was conducted from June 25 to June 29, 2025, in two shifts—morning (9 AM–12 PM) and afternoon (3 PM–6 PM).
UGC‑NET Key Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date & Time |
| Answer key release | July 5–6, 2025 |
| Objection window opens | July 6, 2025 |
| Objection window closes | July 8, 2025, at 5 PM IST |
How to Download & Challenge
- Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Log in with application number + DOB or password
- Access the “Provisional Answer Key / Challenge” section
- View your recorded responses & the answer key
- To challenge:
- Select the question IDs you wish to dispute
- Upload supporting evidence (authoritative textbooks or journals)
- Pay ₹200 per question (non-refundable) via card/net banking/UPI
- Submit before 5 PM on July 8
Note: Incomplete objections or missing payments will be rejected.
What Happens Next?
- An expert panel will review submitted challenges and revise the key where appropriate.
- The updated final answer key will be published on the official portal.
- UGC NET June 2025 results will be prepared based on the final key and declared thereafter.
- Candidates will not receive individual messages about challenge outcomes.
Conclusion
The provisional answer key for UGC NET June 2025 is now available. This is a crucial period for candidates to:
- Download and cross-check answers
- Raise objections, backed by solid evidence, within the ₹200/question fee structure
- Submit by July 8, 5 PM IST
Following the expert review period, a final answer key and scorecards will be released, determining eligibility for Assistant Professor and JRF posts. Stay alert on ugcnet.nta.ac.in for updates, and take timely action if you find any discrepancies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Is the answer key available?
Ans: Yes—the provisional answer key, question paper, and your personal response sheet are live on the official website.
Q2. What are the dates to raise objections?
Ans: Objections can be filed from July 6 to July 8, 2025, and close at 5 PM IST.
Q3. What is the objection fee?
Ans: It’s ₹200 per question, non-refundable. Payment must be done online.
Q4. What kind of evidence is accepted?
Ans: Use reliable sources like textbooks, academic papers, or official references. Unverified websites aren’t accepted.
Q5. Will NTA notify me if my challenge succeeds?
Ans: No—NTA won’t send individual notifications. NTA will release the final key along with the final decisions.
