UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key: Candidates who took the UGC NET exam are awaiting the release of the provisional answer key and response sheet. The NTA has not yet provided any information regarding the release of the answer key. According to media reports, following the irregularities in the NEET UG exam, both the NTA and the Education Minister are facing opposition, which is delaying the release of the answer key. After taking the UGC NET June 2026 exam, students can estimate their scores using this answer key and their response sheets.
Over 9 Lakh Students Waiting
Nearly 9 lakh registered candidates from across the country appeared for the UGC NET June 2026 exam. The exam was conducted in computer-based test mode at various centres across the country. The main exam was held from June 22 to June 30, 2026. Now that all exam shifts have been completed, the NTA is finalising the process to release the answer key.
When will the provisional answer key be released?
According to media reports, the National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the provisional answer key and response sheet by the end of this week or next week. However, no official date has been announced yet.
Candidates who submit objections to the answer key will have them resolved by a team of experts, and the final answer key will be prepared. The result is expected to be released in August. The exam was conducted on June 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, and 30, 2026, and July 5, 2026, at the CT Group of Institutions Examination Centre, Jalandhar. Candidates are advised to visit the official website frequently.
There will also be an opportunity to file objections.
An objection window will also be opened along with the answer key for the UGC NET June 2026 exam. If candidates believe that an answer to a question in the answer key is incorrect, they can file their objection through the objection window. Candidates will be required to pay a non-refundable fee for each question.
After downloading the answer key and response sheet, candidates can compare their questions and answers. If they are not satisfied with any of the answers, they can file an objection by paying Rs. 200 per question within the stipulated timeframe.
How to download the answer key
Visit the website ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Click the link to the provisional answer key in the ‘Latest News’ section on the website’s home page.
Next, enter your login credentials.
The answer key will then appear on the screen.
Finally, download the answer key and take a printout for future use.
What is the UGC NET exam?
The UGC NET exam is conducted twice a year. It determines the eligibility of candidates for the position of Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship in Indian universities and colleges. The exam is conducted in 87 subjects and consists of two papers, each with a 3-hour time limit.