UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026 Released: Download Subject-Wise PDF Now
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2026 Final Answer Key. This key covers 84 out of 87 subjects, with English, Commerce, and Sociology scheduled for reconducted exams.
Recruitment Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Post / Exam Name | UGC NET June 2026 (JRF, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. Admission) |
| Exam Date | 22 June to 30 June 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Objection Deadline (Provisional Key) | 16 August to 18 August 2026 (Fee: Rs. 200 per question) |
How to Check & Download Answer Key
Follow these step-by-step instructions to download your final answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official NTA UGC NET website at
ugcnet.nta.nic.in. - Locate the Link: Look for the "Click to View Final Answer Key" link under the latest updates or notices section.
- Login to Candidate Portal: Enter your examination name, examination district, roll number or seat number, and date of birth.
- Enter Security Code: Carefully type in the CAPTCHA code displayed on the screen and submit.
- Download PDF: Your subject-wise final answer key and response sheet will open. Download and save a copy for your records.
How to Raise Objections
- Provisional Key Window: Objections were accepted only against the provisional answer key between 16 and 18 August 2026.
- Objection Fee: A fee of Rs. 200 per question was required to submit challenges.
- Final Key Status: The released final answer key is legally binding for evaluation; no further objections or challenges are entertained against it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026 released?
NTA released the UGC NET June 2026 Final Answer Key on 28 August 2026 at the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Q2. How many subjects are covered in the UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026?
The final answer key covers 84 out of 87 subjects. English, Commerce, and Sociology are excluded and will be reconducted on 9 and 10 September 2026.
Q3. Can I raise an objection against the UGC NET Final Answer Key?
No. Objections were accepted only against the provisional answer key, between 16 and 18 August 2026, with a fee of Rs. 200 per question. The final key cannot be challenged.
Q4. What login details are needed to download the UGC NET Answer Key 2026?
You need your examination name, examination district, roll number or seat number, and date of birth to log in and view your final answer key.
Q5. Is there negative marking in UGC NET 2026?
No. Candidates get +2 marks for every correct answer, and 0 marks for incorrect or unattempted questions.
Important Links
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| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
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| Download Answer Key | Click Here |