UGC NET Dec 2025 Final Answer Key Released Amid History Paper Controversy
The National Testing Agency has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 Final Answer Key, following directions from the Delhi High Court. The release comes after a major controversy surrounding alleged errors in the History paper, which impacted thousands of candidates.
⚖️ Background of the Controversy
The issue began after the UGC NET December 2025 exam (held between December 2025 and January 2026), when candidates raised serious concerns:
- Around 9 questions and 2 translated items in the History paper were allegedly incorrect
- Objections were submitted after the provisional answer key (14 January 2026)
- Candidates claimed no clarification was given before results were declared on 4 February 2026
This led to widespread dissatisfaction among aspirants.
🏛️ Delhi High Court Intervention
The matter escalated when a candidate, Kartikey Kahol, approached the High Court:
- He missed JRF qualification by just 2 marks
- Argued that incorrect answers affected his result
- Court observed ambiguity and similarity in answer options
🔍 Court Directions:
- Award 2 grace marks to the petitioner
- Constitute an expert committee to review disputed questions
- Ensure fairness for all affected candidates
More than 60,000 candidates who appeared for the History paper were potentially impacted.
📢 NTA Action & Final Answer Key
In compliance with court orders, the NTA:
- Reviewed disputed questions through an expert panel
- Released the revised/final answer key
- Aimed to ensure transparency and fairness in evaluation
This updated key will now be treated as final for result calculation.
🔗 Direct Link to Download Answer Key
📝 Steps to Check UGC NET Final Answer Key
- Visit official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on Final Answer Key link
- Open the PDF file
- Download and verify answers
📊 What This Means for Candidates
- Candidates affected by errors may see score corrections
- Some may now qualify for JRF or Assistant Professor eligibility
- No further objections are expected to be entertained
⚠️ Important Advisory
- Check the updated answer key carefully
- Compare with your response sheet
- Follow official updates for result revisions (if any)
❓ FAQs
Q1. Why was UGC NET answer key revised
Due to errors in History paper and court order
Q2. Who ordered the revision
Delhi High Court
Q3. Will marks increase
Yes for affected candidates
Q4. Is this final answer key
Yes it is final and binding
Q5. Where to download
From official NTA website
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