The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the Provisional Answer Key for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination, June 2025 on 1 August 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam on 28 July 2025 can now download the answer key and their response sheets from the official website csirnet.nta.ac.in.
Candidates have the opportunity to raise objections against the Provisional Answer Key from 01 August to 03 August 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) by paying a non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question challenged.
CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 Overview
Below is a summarized table to help you understand the key details related to the CSIR NET 2025 Answer Key:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination, June 2025 |
| Exam Date | 28 July 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Answer Key Challenge Window | 01 August to 03 August 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Challenge Fee | 03 August 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Challenge Fee | ₹200 per question (non-refundable) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
How to Download CSIR NET Answer Key 2025
Candidates can follow the steps below to download the answer key and view their recorded responses:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://csirnet.nta.ac.in.
- Access the Challenge Link: Click on the link titled ‘Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key’.
- Login to Your Account: Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin.
- View Responses: Click on “View Answer Sheet” to see the responses you submitted during the exam.
- Challenge the Answers: To raise objections, click “Challenge” and view the provisional answer key.
- Select Questions: Review Question IDs and the Option IDs displayed.
- Mark Your Objections: Tick the checkbox for the Option ID(s) you want to challenge.
- Upload Supporting Proof: Upload academic or official documents in a single PDF file.
- Review Your Claims: Click ‘Submit and review Claims’ and verify your selections.
- Finalize and Pay: After clicking ‘Final Submit’, proceed to ‘Pay Now’ and pay ₹200 per question challenged via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 Objection Window
Here are the key details about the objection process for the provisional answer key:
- Mode of Submission: Objections must be submitted online only via the official NTA website.
- Challenge Fee: A fee of ₹200 per question must be paid. This fee is non-refundable, even if the challenge is correct.
- Supporting Documents: Candidates must provide valid academic references or supporting evidence while submitting objections.
- Expert Review: A panel of subject experts will verify all objections. If found valid, the answer key will be revised for all candidates.
- Result Finalization: The final answer key will be used to prepare the result. No individual intimation will be sent about the status of your challenge.
- Important Note: Objections sent via email, fax, or offline will not be accepted.
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