UGC NET June 2026 Final Answer Key Released

Overview

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the Final Answer Key for the UGC NET June 2026 session on 28 August 2026. This key is the final authority for evaluating eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admissions.

Key Highlights

• Subjects Covered: 84 out of 87 subjects.
• Excluded Subjects: English, Commerce, and Sociology (these will be reconducted).
• Marking Scheme: +2 marks for every correct response; 0 marks for incorrect or unattempted questions.
• Negative Marking: No negative marking applies to this examination.

Important Dates

• Final Answer Key Release: 28 August 2026
• Re-Examination (English, Commerce, Sociology): 9 and 10 September 2026
• Provisional Objection Window: 16 August to 18 August 2026 (Closed)

How to Download the Final Answer Key

1. Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal.
2. Click on the 'Click to View Final Answer Key' link.
3. Log in using your Application Number, Date of Birth, Roll Number, and Examination District.
4. Enter the CAPTCHA and submit to view your subject-wise response sheet.

Essential Instructions

• The final answer key is legally binding; no further objections will be accepted.
• Candidates of excluded subjects must appear for the re-exam in September to have their results processed.
• Ensure you download and save a PDF copy of the response sheet for future reference.