CSIR-UGC NET June 2025 Exam: Provisional Answer Key Released by NTA

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the provisional answer key for the CSIR-UGC NET June 2025 exam on its website csirnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates who participated in the exam conducted on July 28, 2025, can now download the provisional answer key along with their marked responses.

Key Details

Provisional Answer Key Release Date: August 1, 2025
Exam Date: July 28, 2025
Challenge Period: Until August 3, 2025
Challenge Fee: ₹200 per question
Final Answer Key and Results Announcement: Mid-August 2025

How to Check the Provisional Answer Key

Visit the official website: csirnet.nta.ac.in
Log in using your application number and date of birth.
Click on the "Display of Provisional Answer Key" link.
Review the provisional key and your marked response sheet.

Challenging the Answer Key

Should candidates find discrepancies in the provisional answer key, they can challenge it by following these steps:

Log in to the official NTA portal.
Choose the option to "Challenge Answer Key".
Submit your objections along with the payment of ₹200 per question.

Important Notes

The final answer key will be published after reviewing all challenges.
Results for the JRF and Assistant Professorship eligibility will follow the final answer key release.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the CSIR-UGC NET Exam?
The CSIR-UGC NET exam is conducted to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) and lectureships in Indian universities.
How can I check my answers?
You can check your answers by logging into the NTA portal and reviewing the provisional answer key alongside your marked responses.
What if I miss the challenge date?
No challenges will be accepted after August 3, 2025, so ensure you submit your objections in time.

This announcement marks a crucial step in the assessment process for candidates awaiting the results of the June 2025 CSIR-UGC NET exam. Stay connected for further updates on sarkari result announcements.