CSIR UGC NET December 2025: NTA Explains Step-by-Step Process to Challenge Provisional Answer Key
New Delhi | Education Desk | December 30, 2025
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a detailed, step-by-step guide for candidates who wish to challenge the provisional answer key of the Joint CSIR–UGC NET December 2025 examination. The challenge facility is available online at csirnet.nta.nic.in and is meant to ensure transparency and accuracy before the declaration of final results.
Candidates who appeared for the CSIR–UGC NET exam on December 18, 2025 and are dissatisfied with any of the provisional answers can submit objections within the notified window by paying a non-refundable processing fee of ₹200 per question.
Where to Submit CSIR NET Answer Key Challenges
All objections must be submitted online only through the official portal:
Challenges sent via email, post, or any offline mode will not be accepted.
How to Challenge CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key: Official Steps
NTA has outlined the following process for submitting objections:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to csirnet.nta.nic.in and click on “Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key”.
Step 2: Login to Candidate Dashboard
Enter your:
- Application Number
- Password
- Security Pin (Captcha)
Step 3: View Question Paper & Recorded Responses
Click on “View Question Paper” to check:
- Question IDs
- Your marked responses
- Provisional correct options
Candidates are advised to carefully match Question IDs, as they may not appear in sequential order.
Step 4: Select the Question to Challenge
The column “Correct Option(s)” shows the official answer.
If you disagree, select one or more alternative option IDs to challenge.
Step 5: Upload Supporting Documents
Upload academic proof or references:
- All documents must be merged into a single PDF file
- Use the “Choose File” option to upload
Step 6: Review or Modify Claims
Click “Submit and Review Claims”.
You may either:
- Modify claims, or
- Proceed with Final Submit
Step 7: Pay the Objection Fee
Click “Pay Now” and pay ₹200 per question via:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Step 8: Final Submission
Claims will be saved only after successful payment.
No challenge will be considered without fee payment.
Key Points Candidates Must Remember
- ₹200 per question is non-refundable
- Multiple questions can be challenged
- Objections without valid proof may be rejected
- No individual communication will be sent regarding acceptance or rejection of challenges
- The final answer key prepared by subject experts will be binding
What Happens After the Challenge Window Closes
- All objections are reviewed by a panel of experts
- If a challenge is found valid, the answer key is revised
- Revised answers apply to all candidates
- Results will be prepared strictly on the basis of the final answer key
NTA Helpline for CSIR NET Queries
In case of technical issues, candidates may contact:
- Helpline: +91-11-40759000
- Email: csirnet@nta.ac.in
- Website: www.nta.ac.in
The CSIR NET answer key challenge facility offers candidates a crucial opportunity to ensure fairness before results are declared. Aspirants are advised to review the provisional answers carefully, submit objections with proper documentation, and complete the process well before the deadline. For the latest updates, candidates should rely only on official NTA notifications.
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