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UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026: National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 Final Answer Key on 03 April 2026. Candidates who appeared in the examination conducted between 31 December 2025 to 07 January 2026 can now download the final answer key PDF from the official website.
The final answer key is prepared after reviewing all objections raised against the provisional key and is considered final for result preparation.
As per official notice, the answer key has been published in compliance with directions of the Honโble High Court of Delhi.
๐ UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | UGC NET December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Dates | 31 Dec 2025 โ 07 Jan 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Final Answer Key |
| Release Date | 03 April 2026 |
| Mode | Online (PDF) |
| Status | Released |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
๐ Key Highlights
- โ Final answer key released after objection review
- ๐ Available subject-wise in PDF format
- โ Final and binding for result preparation
- โ No further objections will be accepted
- ๐ Result will be based on this final key
๐ Subjects Included in Final Answer Key
- ๐ History (Code 006)
- ๐ผ Commerce (Code 008)
- ๐ Economics & Related Subjects (Code 001)
- ๐ Education (Code 009)
- ๐ Hindi (Code 020)
The final answer key covers multiple subjects and exam shifts conducted across different dates.
๐ Dropped Questions Rule
Questions marked with ‘D’ in the final answer key are treated as dropped questions, and full marks are awarded to all candidates for those questions. ๎จ3๎จ
๐ Details Mentioned in Answer Key
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Question ID | Unique ID for each question |
| Correct Answer | Final verified option |
| Dropped Questions | Marked as ‘D’ |
| Subject Code | Subject identification |
| Exam Date & Shift | Session-wise details |
๐งฎ Marking Scheme
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +2 Marks |
| Wrong Answer | No Negative Marking |
UGC NET does not have negative marking, and marks are calculated based on correct responses only.
๐ฅ How to Download UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026
- Visit official website: https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Click on โFinal Answer Key December 2025โ link
- Select your subject
- Download PDF file
- Match answers using Question ID
๐ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Dates | 31 Dec 2025 โ 07 Jan 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 14 January 2026 |
| Objection Window | Till 17 January 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | 06 April 2026 |
| Result | Declared / Expected Soon |
๐ Important Links
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Download Final Answer Key | Download PDF |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
โ FAQs: UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026
1. When was UGC NET December Final Answer Key 2026 released?
The final answer key for UGC NET December 2025 was released on 03 April 2026 by NTA.
2. Where can I download the UGC NET Final Answer Key 2026?
You can download the final answer key from the official website ugcnet.nta.ac.in in PDF format.
3. What does ‘D’ mean in the UGC NET answer key?
‘D’ indicates dropped questions. Full marks are awarded to all candidates for such questions.
4. Is there negative marking in UGC NET exam?
No, there is no negative marking in UGC NET. Candidates get marks only for correct answers.
5. Can I raise objections against the final answer key?
No, the final answer key is released after resolving all objections and cannot be challenged further.
