NTA Releases CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key Released
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially published the answer key for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 examination on its website. Candidates can access all relevant information directly from the NTA's official portal. The application period for the NTA CSIR UGC NET December online form ran from September 25, 2025, to October 27, 2025, with the examination scheduled for December 18, 2025. Those who participated in the exam can download the answer key using the link provided below.
Key Dates for CSIR UGC NET December 2025
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: September 25, 2025
- Application End Date: October 27, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: October 28, 2025
- Correction Period: October 30 - November 1, 2025
- Exam Date: December 18, 2025
- Admit Card Release: December 14, 2025
- Answer Key Release Date: December 30, 2025
Application Fee Structure
Application Fee
- General: Rs. 1150/-
- EWS, OBC NCL: Rs. 600/-
- SC, ST: Rs. 325/-
- Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other modes.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Maximum Age for JRF: 30 Years
- No age limit for Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor.
- Age relaxation applies as per NTA CSIR UGC NET rules.
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must hold an M.Sc or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH candidates).
- Integrated courses and degrees such as B.E, B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS are also acceptable.
Subjects Offered
Available Subjects
- Chemical Science
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Science
- Life Science
- Mathematical Science
- Physical Science
Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Selection will be based on the results of the online examination.
Downloading the Answer Key
How to Download the Answer Key
- Visit the Important Links section.
- Click on the Download Answer Key link.
- Fill in the required details such as Registration Number, Date of Birth, Gender, and Verification Code.
- Submit the information to access the answer key.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Q: Has the NTA CSIR UGC NET December Answer Key 2025 been released?
A: Yes, it has been released.
Q: When was the answer key announced?
A: The answer key was issued on December 30, 2025.
Q: When is the exam scheduled?
A: The exam will take place on December 18, 2025.
Q: Where can I find the answer key?
A: It can be checked on the official NTA CSIR website.
Q: What should I search for on the website?
A: Look for 'Answer Key – NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2025' in the notifications.