Suparna Podder
Content Writer | Updated on - Jul 7, 2025

NTA will declare the UGC NET 2025 results for 85 subjects on NTA website, including the final answer key and category-wise cutoffs. Test takers can check scores using their credentials.

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The June provisional UGC NET answer key 2025 is set to release today by the official conducting body, National Testing Agency on its official website ugcnet.nta.ac.in. UGC NET exam took place from June 25 to June 29, 2025, saw participation from thousands of aspirants across India.

 

Direct Link: UGC NET Answer Key 2025 (Out)

 

Test takers can check UGC NET 2025 answer key PDF using their credentials like application number and date of birth. Additionally, NTA will give an opportunity to candidates to raise objections against any discrepancies in the provisional key within a specified timeframe.

How to Check and Download Provisional UGC NET June 2025 Answer Key?

Test takers must follow these steps given below to access their UGC NET 2025 provisional answer key:

  • Step 1: Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
  • Step 2: Locate link named "UGC NET Answer Key 2025" usually displayed on the homepage and click on it.
  • Step 3: Enter your application number, date of birth, and the displayed security code.
  • Step 4: Click "Submit" to proceed.
  • Step 5: NTA NET June provisional key will appear in a new tab.
  • Step 6: Save the answer key PDF and save it for your records.

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12:18:35 pm IST • Jul 7, 2025

What next after UGC NET 2025 answer key release?

After releasing the UGC NET 2025 provisional answer key, NTA will provide a specified timeframe for candidates to submit challenges regarding any discrepancies they identify in the published responses:

  • Objection Process: Submit queries with -200/question fee.
  • Verification: NTA reviews evidence-based challenges
  • Final Key: Revised version released post-objection resolution
  • Result Declaration: Based on the finalized answer key
12:18:03 pm IST • Jul 7, 2025

What is UGC NET June 2025 minimum qualifying score?

To clear the UGC NET 2025 exam, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks (aggregate of both papers) as per their category. Below are the required percentages:

UGC NET June 2025 Category-wise Minimum Qualifying Marks
CategoryMinimum Qualifying Marks
General / Unreserved40%
SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwD/Transgender35%
12:16:50 pm IST • Jul 7, 2025

Which details are important to check UGC NET 2025 provisional answer key?

Candidates must have the following crucial details ready to check provisional UGC NET June 2025 answer key:

  • Application Number
  • Date of Birth
12:15:05 pm IST • Jul 7, 2025

What was the exam structure for UGC NET June 2025 session?

The UGC NET June 2025 examination followed a standardized Computer-Based Test format, comprising two papers conducted consecutively without any break:

UGC NET 2025 Exam Pattern
PaperNumber of QuestionsTotal Marks
Paper 150 MCQs100 Marks
Paper 2100 MCQs200 Marks
Total150 Questions300 Marks
01:37:26 pm IST • Jul 5, 2025

What are anticipated cutoff scores for UGC NET 2025 June session?

Based on previous years' trends, here are the anticipated qualifying UGC NET 2025 scores for different categories:

UGC NET 2025 Expected Cutoff
CategoryJRF Cutoff RangeLectureship (LS) Cutoff RangePhD Cutoff Range
General66-68%61-63%57-58%
OBC61-63%56-59%51-53%
SC56-60%52-55%47-50%
ST55-58%50-53%45-48%
01:36:24 pm IST • Jul 5, 2025

What is UGC NET 2025 marking scheme?

The evaluation pattern for UGC NET June 2025 follows this standardized scoring system:

UGC NET 2025 Marking Scheme
Response TypeMarks Awarded
Correct Answer+2
Incorrect Answer0
Unanswered Question0
06:53:09 pm IST • Jul 4, 2025

What is UGC NET 2025 normalization process?

NTA employs a normalization method to ensure fairness in multi-session exams. This process compares performances across different shifts and converts raw scores into percentile-based equivalency, maintaining uniformity in evaluation despite variations in question paper difficulty.

06:52:38 pm IST • Jul 4, 2025

How to calculate UGC NET 2025 score with answer key?

Test takers must follow these steps listed below to estimate their anticipated UGC NET 2025 score:

  • Match Responses: Compare your marked answers with the official answer key.
  • Score Calculation: +2 marks for every correct answer and 0 marks for incorrect and unanswered questions.
  • Total Score: Sum all correct responses marks across both papers.
06:52:05 pm IST • Jul 4, 2025

How to challenge UGC NET 2025 answer key?

To submit challenge for UGC NET 2025 answer key, follow these steps listed below:

  • Step 1: Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
  • Step 2: Locate link named "Challenge Answer Key" usually available on the homepage and click on it.
  • Step 3: Input your credentials like application number and date of birth to designated fields.
  • Step 4: Follow the 'Challenge' tab to view your responses.
  • Step 5: Select the question ID which you believe is incorrect.
  • Step 6: Upload supporting documents via 'Choose File' option.
  • Step 7: Review and submit claims by clicking "Submit and Review Claims".
  • Step 8: Finalize the objection by paying a specified non-refundable fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ans: The provisional UGC NET 2025 answer key contains the following crucial information:

  • Exam Name
  • Exam Date
  • Subject Code/ID
  • Exam Shift (Morning/Afternoon)
  • Question ID
  • Correct Answer Option
  • Candidate's Marked Response

Ans: Test takers who find errors in UGC NET 2025 provisional answer key can submit objections by paying a non-refundable fee of INR 200 per question. The challenge window will remain open for a limited period as specified by NTA.

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