NTA UGC NET December Answer Key 2026
Published: 14 January 2026, 12:22 pmShare:
Published by India Result Live Team
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release the UGC NET December Answer Key 2026 on its official website. The NTA UGC NET December 2025 examination was successfully conducted from 31 December 2025 to 07 January 2026 for the eligibility of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor.
Candidates who appeared in the exam will be able to check and download the provisional answer key, response sheet, and question paper by logging in with their application credentials. The answer key will help candidates estimate their scores before the declaration of the final result.
NTA UGC NET December 2025 : Overview
| Exam Name | NTA UGC NET December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Purpose | JRF & Assistant Professor Eligibility |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | 31 December 2025 – 07 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Available Soon |
| Official Website | nta.ac.in / ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates – NTA UGC NET December 2026 Answer Key
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 07 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 November 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 07 November 2025 |
| Correction Window | 10 – 12 November 2025 |
| Exam City Slip | 20 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 28 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | 31 December 2025 – 07 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 13 January 2026 (Expected) |
| Result Declaration | To Be Notified |
Note: Candidates are advised to verify all updates only from the official NTA UGC NET website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1150/- |
| OBC / EWS | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST | ₹325/- |
Payment Mode (Online):
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Mobile Wallet / Cash Card
NTA UGC NET JRF December 2025 : Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Maximum 30 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per NTA UGC NET rules.
No age limit for Assistant Professor eligibility.
NTA UGC NET December 2025 : Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree or appearing in final year |
| Minimum Marks | 55% (General) / 50% (Reserved Categories) |
| University | Must be recognized |
Candidates must meet subject-wise eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification.
How to Check & Download NTA UGC NET December Answer Key 2026
Follow these simple steps to download the UGC NET Answer Key 2026:
- Open any web browser on your mobile or computer
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET website
- On the homepage, go to Latest News / Answer Key section
- Click on UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key link
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth
- Submit the captcha code and login
- Your answer key and response sheet will appear on the screen
- Download the PDF and save it for reference
- Take a printout if required
NTA UGC NET December 2025 : Selection Process
The selection process for UGC NET / JRF includes the following stages:
- Online Application Submission
- Admit Card Release
- Computer Based Examination (CBT)
- Provisional Answer Key
- Result Declaration
- Final Qualification (JRF / Assistant Professor)
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Useful & Important Links
| Download Answer Key (Link Activate On 15 January 2026) | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Details notice | Click Here |
| Correction Link | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Bulletin | Click Here |
| NTA Official Notification | Click Here |
| NTA Official Website | Click Here |
| Check Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Check Correction Notice | Click Here |
NTA UGC NET December Answer Key 2026 Important Questions & Answers
Ans. The UGC NET December 2026 answer key is usually published a few days after the completion of the examination on the official website.
Ans. Candidates can access and download their UGC NET admit card by logging in to the official NTA portal using their application number and date of birth.
Ans. No, the exam city intimation slip and the admit card are different documents. The admit card is issued separately before the examination.
Ans. The exam city slip provides details such as the allotted exam city, examination date, and shift timing.
Ans. The official website for NTA UGC NET is https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/ .
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