he National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to release the provisional answer key for the UGC NET December 2024 exam soon after the conclusion of the test. Candidates can download it from the official website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. This article provides key details about the answer key, how to download it, and the process for challenging it if needed.
Table of Contents
- Overview of UGC NET December 2024 Answer Key
- Important Dates
- How to Download the Answer Key
- How to Challenge the Answer Key
- UGC NET Response Sheet
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Overview of UGC NET December 2024 Answer Key
The UGC NET answer key is a vital resource for candidates to cross-check their answers and estimate their scores. Both the provisional and final answer keys will be released by NTA.
- Provisional Answer Key: Expected soon after the exam concludes.
- Final Answer Key: Likely to be released in February 2025.
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Provisional Answer Key | Shortly after the exam |
| Last Date for Challenge | To be announced |
| Final Answer Key Release | February 2025 (tentative) |
3. How to Download the Answer Key
Follow these steps to download the UGC NET December 2024 answer key:
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
- Click on the link for the “Provisional Answer Key.”
- Log in using your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- Download the answer key and response sheet for reference.
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4. How to Challenge the Answer Key
If a candidate disagrees with the answers provided in the provisional answer key, they can challenge it online.
Challenge Fee:
- INR 200 per question (non-refundable)
- Payment can be made via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Challenge Process:
- Log in to the official website using your credentials.
- Click on the “Provisional Answer Key” link.
- Select the question(s) and the correct option ID you wish to challenge.
- Upload a single PDF file containing supporting documents for your claim.
- Pay the required challenge fee online.
5. UGC NET Response Sheet
The NTA will release the response sheet alongside the provisional answer key. The response sheet allows candidates to review their marked answers and compare them with the official key to estimate their scores.
6. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will the UGC NET December 2024 answer key be released?
The provisional answer key will likely be released shortly after the exam concludes.
Q2. How much is the fee to challenge a question in the provisional answer key?
Candidates need to pay INR 200 per question to challenge the answer key.
Q3. Can I get a refund for the challenge fee?
No, the challenge fee is non-refundable.
Q4. How do I log in to download the answer key?
Use your application number and password or date of birth to log in on the official website.
Q5. When will the final answer key be released?
The final answer key is expected to be released in February 2025.
