For the UGC NET december 2025 session, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the provisional answer key will be released by January 15, 2026 on the official UGC NET website.
Exam candidates can expect the answer key — along with question papers and their recorded responses — to be published on ugcnet.nta.nic.in by that date. Once released, you’ll be able to download and review it to estimate your likely score before the final results are declared.
📥 How to Download the Provisional Answer Key (Step by Step)
Once the reply keys become available, follow these steps:
Visit the official UGC NET website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Look for the link that says “UGC NET december 2025 Answer Key” on the homepage.
Log in using your application Number and Date of Birth (or password).
You’ll be able to view/download:
The provisional answer key
The question paper
Your recorded responses from the exam
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📝 Why the Answer Key Matters
The provisional answer key gives candidates a first look at NTA’s official answers, letting you:
- Estimate your score before results are announced.
- Identify any discrepancies between your answers and the official key.
- Prepare to raise objections if you believe there’s an error.
It’s an important tool to gauge performance and set expectations ahead of the final result.
⚠️ How to Raise Objections
After the answer key is released, NTA will open an objection window for a limited period. If you find any answer that you think is wrong:
Log in to the answer key portal.
Select the question and your preferred correct option.
Submit supporting evidence/document PDF.
Pay the prescribed fee (usually ₹200 per question).
Download the receipt for your record.
Subject experts will review submitted objections before the final answer key is prepared.
🧠 Tips While Checking the Answer Key
- Only use the official NTA website to avoid fake or unofficial keys.
- Compare your recorded responses with the official key carefully.
- Check objection dates carefully — missing the window means you can’t challenge answers later.
📌 In Summary
✔ The UGC NET december 2025 provisional answer key is expected to be released by 15 january 2026 on ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
✔ You’ll be able to download the key, question paper, and your recorded responses with your login details.
✔ There’s also a defined objection process if you spot errors in the provisional key.
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