UGC NET Dec 2025 Final Answer Key Out After Delhi HC Order
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• Updated on 4 Apr, 2026, 1:38 PM, by Arman Kumar
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 final answer key following directions from the Delhi High Court. An expert panel has been ordered to review disputed questions raised by candidates, especially from specific subjects.
The National Testing Agency has released the UGC NET December 2025 final answer key on its official website. The move follows a directive from the Delhi High Court regarding alleged discrepancies in the examination. The final answer key has been used to prepare the results, but concerns raised by candidates have led to further review proceedings.
UGC NET December 2025 Exam Dates and Answer Key Timeline
The UGC NET December session was conducted in multiple shifts across several days. The answer key process included provisional release, objections, and final publication. The important timeline is given below:
- Exam dates: 31 December 2025 to 07 January 2026
- Provisional answer key release: 14 January 2026
- Final answer key release: 04 February 2026
- Result declaration: 04 February 2026
The final answer key is available in subject-wise PDF format and forms the basis for result calculation.
Delhi High Court Directive on Answer Key Disputes
The Delhi High Court intervened after candidates filed petitions alleging errors in certain questions and translations. The issue was particularly highlighted in specific subjects. As per the court order, the following actions have been directed:
- Formation of an expert committee
- Review of disputed questions and answers
- Submission of findings within a fixed timeframe
Candidates claimed that multiple questions and translations contained inaccuracies, which could impact final scores.
Impact of Final Answer Key on Results and Merit List
The final answer key plays a decisive role in the evaluation process of UGC NET. Scores and eligibility are calculated strictly based on this key. Key implications include:
- Basis for result preparation and score calculation
- Determination of cut-off marks and merit list
- Eligibility for Assistant Professor and JRF
However, the ongoing review may lead to further developments if discrepancies are confirmed.
How to Download UGC NET December 2025 Final Answer Key?
Candidates can access the final answer key through the official portal by following the standard procedure. The steps to download are as follows:
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on Final Answer Key – December 2025
- Select the relevant subject
- Download the PDF file for reference
The answer key helps candidates verify responses and understand their performance.
What Candidates Should Expect Next?
Following the court directive, further updates may be issued based on the expert panel’s findings. Candidates are advised to stay updated through official notifications. Any revision or clarification, if required, may impact evaluation outcomes or future processes.
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