National Testing Agency (NTA) — University Grants Commission (UGC)
| Organization / University | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
|---|---|
| Exam / Course Name | Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship |
| Update Category | Answer Key & Objections |
| Status | ARCHIVED |
| Official Portal | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the provisional Answer Key along with the question paper and response sheets for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (All India). Candidates who appeared in the test can cross-check their marked responses with the official key to compute their estimated scores. In case of any discrepancies, candidates may submit online objections within the stipulated challenge window accompanied by prescribed proof. Detailed instructions and direct objection links are available below.
| Exam Date | 22 Jun 2026 |
|---|
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is preparing to release the provisional answer key for the UGC NET June 2026 examination. Conducted to determine eligibility for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) positions, the exam took place from 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026, with a localized reschedule for the Jalandhar center on 5 July 2026. Candidates can expect the provisional answer key to be published on the official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in, between 15 July 2026 and 20 July 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Session | June 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Awaited |
| Expected Release Date | 15 July 2026 to 20 July 2026 |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
The UGC NET examination consists of two papers, with each correct answer awarding 2 marks. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses. To calculate your probable score, multiply the number of correct answers by 2 and aggregate the results for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying percentage (40% for General, 35% for reserved categories) to be considered for fellowship or lectureship eligibility.
If a candidate identifies a discrepancy in the provisional answer key, they may submit a challenge through the online portal once the objection window opens. Key points for the objection process include:
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