UGC NET Answer Key 2024 OUT: December Answer Key PDF Download Link

Updated on Jan 31, 2025 22:38 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

The National Testing Agency has released the UGC NET December 2024 Provisional Answer Key on its official website - https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/. The candidates can download their UGC answer key 2024 by logging in with their login credentials. The candidates are suggested to check the answers given in the provisional answer key and in case of incorrect answers, they can send the objections against such answers till February 3, 2025. The NTA conducted the UGC NET 2024 exam from January 3 to 27, 2025.

The UGC NET 2024 December exam was conducted from January 3, to January 27, 2025. The UGC NET result and cut-off for the December session will be released on the official website. The UGC NET 2024 Final Answer Key for the December session will be released at ugcnet.nta.ac.in.

However, the UGC NET answer key is released in two phases- i) Provisional Answer Key and ii) Final Answer Key in the form of a PDF. The candidates can access the UGC NET answer key through the candidates' login on the official website-ugcnet.nta.ac.in using their application number and date of birth.

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Commonly asked questions

Q: How can I download UGC NET December Answer Key?

The National Testing Agency released the UGC NET 2024 December answer key on the official website. The answer key has been released on the official website of NTA and can be downloaded by following the below-mentioned steps: a) Visit the official website b) Click on the "Answer Key" link available on the homepage. (C) Click on the link for the answer key. E) The answer key will be displayed on the screen in PDF format. F) Download the answer key and take a printout of it for future reference.

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Q: What is the fee for challenging the UGC NET provisional answer key?

The fee for challenging the UGC NET answer key is INR 200 per question. Candidates can challenge as many questions as they want by paying the fee for each question separately. The fee for challenging the answer key is non-refundable, even if the challenge is accepted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates can pay the fee for challenging the answer key online using a credit card, debit card, or net banking. It is important to note that the fee for challenging the answer key is subject to change, and candidates should check the latest notification released by NTA for the updated fee structure. Candidates should also note that they can challenge the answer key only within a specified timeframe, which will be mentioned in the notification released by NTA. Candidates are advised to carefully review the answer key and supporting documents before raising any objections. The challenges raised by the candidates will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts, and the final answer key will be released after considering all the objections raised by the candidates.

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Q: How can I raise objections against UGC NET provisional answer key?

If candidates find any discrepancies in the provisional answer key of UGC NET they can raise objections against it by following the below-mentioned steps: a) Visit the official website b) Click on the "Challenge UGC NET Answer Key" link available on the homepage. C) Enter your login credentials such as application number and password to log in to your account. D) Click on the link for challenging the answer key for the exam you have appeared for. E) Select the question number for which you want to challenge the answer key. F) Upload the supporting documents and provide a detailed explanation of why you think the answer key is incorrect. G) Pay the required fee for each question that you want to challenge. The fee is non-refundable, even if the challenge is accepted by NTA. H) Submit the challenge. It is important to note that candidates can challenge the answer key only within a specified timeframe, which will be mentioned in the notification released by NTA. Candidates are advised to read the instructions carefully before raising the objections. The challenges raised by the candidates will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts, and the final answer key will be released after considering all the objections raised by the candidates.

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Table of content

UGC NETAnswer Key Release Date 2024
UGC NET 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
How to Download UGC NET Answer Key 2024?
UGC NET Answer Key Challenge Fee
Steps to Challenge UGC NET Answer Key 2024
UGC NET Answer Key Challenge Fee Reduced
How to Calculate UGC NET Score based on Answer Key?
How to Download UGC NET Final Answer Key 2024?
UGC NET/JRF Certificate for 2024

UGC NETAnswer Key Release Date 2024

The UGC NET 2024 December session Answer Key has been released on the official website. The UGC NET provisional answer key 2024 for the December session is released on the official website on January 31, 2025.

Direct Link to Download UGC NET 2024 December Answer Key - https://ugcnetdec2024.ntaonline.in/answer-key-challenge/login-ugcanswer

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Commonly asked questions

Q: Why is the UGC NET answer key important?

The UGC NET answer key is an important document for candidates who have appeared for the exam. The reasons describing the importance of the UGC NET answer key has been enlisted below for the candidates: a) Helps in calculating probable scores: The answer key contains the correct answers to all the questions asked in the exam. Candidates can use it to cross-check their answers and calculate their probable scores. This helps them in assessing their performance in the exam and understanding their chances of qualifying. B) Verification of answers: By comparing their responses with the correct answers mentioned in the answer key, candidates can verify their answers and check the accuracy of their responses. This helps in identifying any mistakes they might have made while attempting the exam. C) Challenge incorrect answers: If the candidates find any discrepancies or errors in the answer key, they can challenge it by submitting their objections online. This ensures that the final answer key released by NTA is accurate and error-free. D) Transparency in the evaluation process: The UGC NET answer key ensures transparency in the evaluation process. Candidates can check the correct answers and be assured that their responses are being evaluated fairly. In summary, the UGC NET answer key is an important document for candidates who have appeared for the exam. It helps in calculating probable scores, verifying answers, and ensuring transparency in the evaluation process.

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Q: What is the criteria for qualifying UGC NET exam?

The criteria for qualifying the UGC NET exam are as follows: a) Minimum marks: Candidates need to secure the minimum qualifying marks in both paper 1 and paper 2 to qualify for the exam. General category candidates must score 40 per cent aggregate marks in both papers. OBC NCL, SC, ST, and PWD category candidates have to secure 35 per cent aggregate marks in both papers b) Top 6% of candidates: In addition to the above criteria, the top 6% of candidates who appear for both papers and score the minimum qualifying marks will be declared NET qualified for eligibility for Assistant Professor only. It is important to note that the UGC NET exam is conducted for two different purposes: to determine the eligibility of candidates for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for Assistant Professorship. The above criteria apply to candidates who are appearing for the exam for Assistant Professor only. For candidates who are appearing for the exam for JRF, there is an additional criterion of age limit, which is 31 years as on 1st January of the year in which the exam is being conducted, with certain relaxations for reserved category candidates. Candidates who qualify the UGC NET exam become eligible for Assistant Professorship in Indian universities and colleges. Additionally, candidates who qualify for JRF become eligible for a fellowship to pursue research in their respective fields.

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Q: What does securing 99 percentile mean in UGC NET exam?

In the UGC NET exam, the 99 percentile refers to the top 1 per cent of candidates who have appeared for the exam. In other words, if a candidate has scored in the 99th percentile, it means that they have performed better than 99 per cent of the candidates who appeared for the exam. The percentile score is a measure of how well a candidate has performed relative to other candidates who have taken the exam. It is calculated by comparing the candidate's score with the scores of all the candidates who have appeared for the exam. For example, if a candidate has scored in the 99 percentile, it means that their score is higher than the scores of 99 per cent of the candidates who appeared for the exam. The percentile score is an important measure for determining the eligibility of candidates for various positions such as Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professorship. Candidates who score in the 99th percentile have a higher chance of being selected for these positions, as they are considered to be among the top performers in the exam. It is important to note that the percentile score may vary from year to year depending on the performance of the candidates who have appeared for the exam. Therefore, the percentile score required to qualify for a particular position may also vary depending on the level of competition in that year's exam.

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Q: Is there any subject wise cutoff for UGC NET?

Yes, the National Testing Agency releases the UGC NET cut off in PDF format which comprises subject and category-wise for the candidates who have taken the UGC NET exam. The candidates securing more than equal to cut off marks in their category will be considered qualified for the assistant professorship or JRF and assistant professorship.

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UGC NET 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of UGC NET 2024 exam

Dates

Upcoming Exam Dates

31 Jan '25 -

03 Feb '25

UGC NET 2024 December Provisional Answer Key Challenge Window

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31 Jan '25	UGC NET 2024 December Provisional Answer Key

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How to Download UGC NET Answer Key 2024?

DeskCalendar Answer Key: 31 Jan '25 - 3 Feb '25

Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to check and download the UGC NET 2024 December answer key:

Visit the official website of NTA UGC NET: ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
Click on the "Final UGC NET Answer Key 2024" link, on the homepage
A new PDF file will open.
The UGC NET final answer key will appear on the screen
Download and save it for future references

Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to check and download the UGC NET 2024 provisional answer key:

Step 1: Log on to the official website of NTA UGC NET - https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in

Step 2: Click on the answer key link available for the UGC NET exam

Step 3: Click on any one of the login links:

Through the application number and password
Through application number and date of birth

Step 4: Enter the following details:

Application number
Date of birth or password
Security pin as shown on the screen

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Step 5: Click on the Sign In button

Step 6: Download UGC NET answer key, response sheet, and question paper

Details Given on UGC NET Answer Key

Exam date
Exam shift
Exam subject name and code
Question ID
Correct option ID

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UGC NET Answer Key Challenge Fee

All candidates who are not satisfied with the answer(s) in the key can challenge it in the prescribed format on the official website of the exam. However, candidates have to pay non-refundable INR 200 per question in online mode via Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking/ UPI. The duration of the answer key challenge is January 31 (from 6 PM) to February 3, 2025 (up to 6 PM).

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Steps to Challenge UGC NET Answer Key 2024

The steps to challenge the UGC NET provisional answer key are given below:

Visit the official website of UGC NET 2024
Click on the link available for the answer key
Click on any one of the links: Through the application number and password or the application number and date of birth
Enter the application number, password/date of birth, and security pin (as shown on the screen)
Click on Sign In
Click on the Challenge Answer Key link
Select the correct answer option ID for the question ID for which the challenge needs to be made
Click on the 'Save Your Claims' button
Upload the supporting documents in a single PDF file to support your claim
Click on the ‘Save Your Claims & Pay Fee’ button
Pay INR 200 per question in the online mode

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UGC NET Answer Key Challenge Fee Reduced

As per the official UGC NET notification, the NTA has reduced the provisional UGC NET answer key 2023 challenge fee from INR 1,000 to INR 200 per challenge.

How to Calculate UGC NET Score based on Answer Key?

The UGC NET provisional answer key is released along with the questions and marked responses. Once released, candidates are advised to check all answers in the key carefully to have the correct estimation of the UGC NET score. For the same, candidates should go through the UGC NET exam pattern 2024 thoroughly. Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to calculate their scores correctly through the UGC NET answer key:

Tally the marked responses with the official correct answers
Add two marks for each correct answer in the exam
Add zero marks for each incorrect answer in the exam
Total the marks for all the correct answers in the exam

Commonly asked questions

Q: What counts as a good score in UGC NET exam?

The good score varies for every subject in UGC NET exam as the NTA (National Testing Agency) takes the UGC NET exam for more than 80 subjects every year. It completely depends on the difficulty level of the subjects. However, the average difficulty level of the UGC NET exam is moderately difficult. The candidates securing more than 65 per cent marks will tentatively qualify for the UGC NET exam. For securing the position of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), the candidates have to secure more than 67 per cent of marks as the top 1 per cent of candidates will be selected as JRFs among the candidates who will qualify for the assistant professorship. Overall, the good score for the UGC NET exam lies between 65 to 70 per cent of the marks. There are higher chances of getting selected for the candidates who secure more than 65 per cent of marks.

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Q: What are the details required to download the UGC NET 2024 Dec result?

You need to enter the application number and password/date of birth as the login details to check your UGC NET result. Other than this, security question or the captcha that is provided on the login page. If you have forgotten your application number then you will need your registered mobile number and email to retrieve the application number. The steps to download the UGC NET result and scorecard has been gien below for the candidates:

Go to the official website
Click on the UGC NET scorecard link
Fill out the application number and date of birth to login to the registered account
Fill out the security pin available on the screen
Click on the submit button
The UGC NET will appear on the screen

The candidates are advised to keep the application number saved to avoid any hassle while downloading the UGC NET result.

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Q: What is the validity of UGC NET certificate?

UGC NET eligibility Certificate for Assistant Professor is valid for a lifetime. However, the UGC NET JRF award letter is valid for three years from the date of issuance. The candidates who will qualify for the NET exam will become eligible to teach in the Indian universities and colleges as an assistant professor. The candidates who will qualify for the UGC JRF exam will become eligible for the Ph.D. research that will be funded by the Indian government and also for the assistant professorship.

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Q: What are the details mentioned in UGC NET answer key?

The UGC NET answer key contains the correct answers to all the questions asked in the exam. It is released by the National Testing Agency NTA a few days after the exam is conducted. The answer key helps candidates in calculating their probable scores and checking the accuracy of their responses. The details mentioned in the UGC NET answer key are as follows: a) Exam details: The answer key mentions the exam date, shift, and subject for which the exam was conducted. B) Question number: The answer key contains the question number for each question asked in the exam. C) Correct answer: The answer key provides the correct answer for each question. D) Candidate's response: The answer key also displays the response chosen by the candidate for each question. E) Marking scheme: The answer key mentions the marking scheme for the exam, such as the number of marks allotted for each question and negative marking, if any. F) Calculation of scores: The answer key helps candidates in calculating their probable scores by comparing their responses with the correct answers. It is important to note that the UGC NET answer key is released provisionally and is subject to change based on the objections raised by the candidates. The final answer key is released by NTA after considering all the objections and challenges raised by the candidates.

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How to Download UGC NET Final Answer Key 2024?

Candidates can check the final answer key for the UGC NET exam by following the steps mentioned below

Step 1: Log on to the official website of NTA - ugcnet.nta.ac.in

Step 2: Click on the final answer key link

Step 3: View, download, and print the UGC NET answer key

The final answer key contains ‘%’ and ‘&’ as correct answers for a few questions. These symbols imply:

'%' means marks are awarded to all candidates who appeared
'&' means that the question is not considered for evaluation

UGC NET/JRF Certificate for 2024

The candidates can download the e-certificate from the official website by following the steps given below:

Go to the official website- ecertificate.nta.ac.in
Select the institution- UGC NET/JRF
Enter the captcha
The page will redirect to the login page for e-certificates
Fill out the application number, date of birth, and session
Click on Proceed
UGC NET/JRF e-certificate will appear on the screen
Download the UGC NET/JRF e-certificate and save it for later use

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The new syllabus for UGC NET 2025 is divided into two papers: Paper 1 carries topics like General Teaching and Research Aptitude which are: Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Comprehension, Communication, Mathematical Reasoning, and Data Interpretation. This carries a total of 50 MCQs carrying 10

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When will the UGC NET 2024 December session answer key be released?

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The National Testing Agency released the UGC NET 2024 answer key for the December session on its official website - https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/. The UGC NET answer key is made available through the candidates' login on the official website. Along with the release of the answer key, the UGC NET respons

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Yes, the following are the colleges that offer PhD in Medicine without UGC NET in India:

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Amity University, Lucknow	GPAT, GATE, CSIR NET, ICMR JRF
K.R. Mangalam University	GATE, CSIR NET
KIIT	GATE, KIITEE, UGC NET, CSIR NET

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What are the revised exam dates for the UGC NET 2024 December session?

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The NTA postponed the UGC NET Dec session exam for January 15, 2025 due to Pongal, Makar Sankranti and other festivals. The revsied dates were released by the NTA. Now, the January 15 exam was conducted on January 21 (morning shift) and January 27, 2025 in the evening shift.

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When will UGC NET 2025 June session application form be released?

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What is the mode of application for UGC NET 2025?

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Candidates will be able to apply for the UGC NET 2025 June session through online mode. The application form in any other mode will not be accepted. Also, it is important for the candidates to read the instructions, including how to fill out the application form online, provided in the Information B

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Yes, a degree from the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is valid for appearing in the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET). IGNOU is a recognised university, and its degrees are considered equivalent to those from other approved institutions. To be eligible

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I have done my M.Com in Applied Business Economics. Which subject should I choose in UGC NET exam among Economics or Commerce?

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I have completed M.Tech in Renewable Energy Engineering. Am I eligible for UGC NET Environmental Science exam?

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