UGC NET Re-Exam Answer Key Live: How to Challenge Questions and Claim Refunds

UGC NET re-exam provisional answer keys for English, Commerce and Sociology are live. Candidates can challenge by September 13, 2026, 11:59 pm IST. The processing fee is Rs 200 per question, payable by debit card, credit card or net banking on the portal. Refunds apply for every challenge accepted by subject experts.

These keys follow the re-examination held on September 9 and 10. An expert review flagged widespread factual and translation issues. NTA says challenges will be examined by subject experts. Corrections, if upheld, will be applied to all candidates of that subject to keep scoring fair.

How to check UGC NET re-exam answer key and response sheet

Log in at ugcnet.nta.nic.in using your application number and password. Open View Question Paper to download your recorded responses. Then click View or Challenge Answer Key to view provisional options and their IDs. Match every question ID and option ID with your sheet before deciding objections.

UGC NET re-exam answer key challenge deadline and fee

Challenges are accepted only online from September 10 to 13, up to 11:59 pm. Pay Rs 200 per challenged question via debit or credit card or net banking. Keep the payment receipt and evidence ready; emails or letters are not accepted. Fees for accepted challenges are refunded to the original mode.

What if a UGC NET question or translation is wrong?

Support objections with authoritative references, citing page numbers or clauses. Upload concise PDFs only. For bilingual items, NTA rules state the English version prevails when translation is ambiguous. Avoid duplicate submissions of identical issues; one valid challenge updates scoring for all candidates in that subject.

UGC NET re-exam result timeline after challenges

NTA will publish a revised final answer key after evaluating challenges, then declare results. Because the window closes on September 13, check the portal next week. Expect the final key and scorecards there. Track only official websites for notices, and download every receipt and acknowledgement for your records.

UGC NET re-exam answer key: last-minute tips for a strong objection

Cross-check the question and option IDs twice before paying. Use standard textbooks, peer‑reviewed articles, or official glossaries as evidence; avoid coaching material screenshots. Keep files under 1–2 pages per objection. Attempt payment well before 11 pm to avoid bank downtimes. Save PDFs, screenshots and payment confirmations in one folder.