The National Testing Agency has released the UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key. Check the direct download link, step-by-step guide to raise objections, and expected cut-off marks here.
UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Released Download Link and Objection Process
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key on August 16, 2026. Aspirants who appeared for the test can now download the answer key and response sheets from the official website. The examination was conducted from June 22 to June 30, 2026. The provisional key has been released for 84 subjects.
Candidates can download the UGC NET June 2026 answer key from the official portal.
UGC NET Official Website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
The provisional answer key allows candidates to compare their answers with NTA’s official responses and calculate their probable scores before the result is announced.
UGC-NET June 2026: Provisional Answer Key Released
The National Testing Agency has released the Provisional Answer Keys for 84 subjects of UGC-NET June 2026. The challenge window is now open.
Challenge window: 16 to 18 August 2026, up to 11:59 PM
Processing fee: Rs. 200 per… pic.twitter.com/CB0sDphSxA
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The NTA has activated the online challenge window, allowing candidates to raise objections against any discrepancies or incorrect answer keys until August 18, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UGC NET June 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Answer Key | Provisional Answer Key Released |
| Answer Key Release Date | August 16, 2026 |
| Exam Dates | June 22 to June 30, 2026 |
| Re-examination Date | July 5, 2026 |
| Number of Subjects | 84 |
| Response Sheet | Available |
| Objection Window | August 16 to August 18, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | August 18, 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
| Result | To be announced by NTA |
Direct Link: UGC NET Provisional Answer Key 2026 Challenge Window
Candidates can check their provisional answer key and evaluate their estimated scores by following these simple steps.
NTA has opened the objection window against the provisional answer key and released the same. Candidates who feel that the answer published by NTA is wrong can challenge it using the online portal.
The objections window will be open from August 16 to August 18, 2026, till 11:59 PM. Candidates will have to pay a processing fee of Rs 200 for each question they challenge.
It is advised that candidates raise objection only in case they have sufficient proof. The supporting documents or reference material for a question challenged by the candidate must be uploaded as and when required by NTA.
