The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET Answer Key 2024 and the Response Sheet for the December session examination on 31 January 2025. The exam, which was conducted from 3 to 16 January 2025, was for candidates seeking eligibility for the National Eligibility Test (NET) for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release the UGC NET 2024 Final Answer Key for the December session on its official website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Once available, candidates can check the answer key directly through the official portal or via the link provided here.
The UGC NET Result and Cut-off for the December 2024 session will also be published on the official NTA website. The Provisional Answer Key for UGC NET December 2024 was made available on 31 January 2025, with the opportunity to raise objections until 3 February 2025.
The UGC NET 2024 exam for the December session was conducted from 3 to 27 January 2025.
UGC NET answer keys are released in two stages:
- Provisional Answer Key
- Final Answer Key
Both versions are provided in PDF format. Candidates can access the answer key by logging into their account on the official website using their Application Number and Date of Birth.
Key Dates and Important Information
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 19 November 2024 |
| Application Last Date | 10 December 2024 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 December 2024 |
| Correction/Edit Window | 12–13 December 2024 |
| UGC NET Exam Date | 03–16 January 2025 |
| Rescheduled Exam Dates | 21 & 27 January 2025 |
| Exam City Release Date | 24 December 2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 28 December 2024 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 31 January 2025 |
| Objection Window | 31 January – 3 February 2025 |
| Official Website | Visit UGC NET Website |
Download UGC NET Answer Key & Response Sheet
To download the UGC NET Answer Key and Response Sheet for December 2024, follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.ac.in or click on the direct link provided below in the “Direct Important Link” section.
- Locate the UGC NET Answer Key/Response Sheet link: Once on the website, find the download link for the UGC NET Answer Key and Response Sheet.
- Enter your details: You will be prompted to enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Download the PDF: After entering the details, click on the submit button. Your UGC NET Answer Key and Response Sheet PDF will appear on the screen.
- Save or Print: Download, save, or print the documents for your records.
UGC NET Scorecard 2025
The NTA will soon release the official UGC NET Scorecard 2025 along with the UGC NET Result 2025. Candidates can check their scorecard after the results are announced, using the Response Sheet as a reference.
Objections Against Answer Key
If candidates find any discrepancies or errors in the answer key, they can raise objections during the challenge period from 31 January to 3 February 2025. A nominal fee will be charged for each objection.
Make sure to carefully review the answer key and raise any valid objections during the designated period to ensure fairness in the evaluation.
For further updates and to download the answer key, please visit the official NTA website or the direct links provided.