NTA CSIR NET June 2026 Answer Key Out

National Testing Agency (NTA) has scheduled the release of the Provisional Answer Key for Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Examination. The exam was conducted on 17 and 18 July 2026 for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor eligibility. Candidates can download the answer key and response sheet from the official website.

NTA will display the Provisional Answer Keys along with Question Papers and Recorded Responses for the CSIR NET June 2026 exam. Candidates can challenge any discrepancy by paying the prescribed fee within the given window.

National Testing Agency (NTA)

CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key

Important Dates
Application Start : 27/05/2026
Last Date to Apply : 19/06/2026
Exam Date : 17-18 July 2026
Admit Card : 13/07/2026
Answer Key Available : 16/08/2026
Result : Notified Soon
Application Fee
General : Rs. 1150/-
EWS / OBC : Rs. 600/-
SC / ST / PH : Rs. 325/-
Age Limit
For JRF : Maximum 30 Years
For Assistant Professor / Lectureship : No Upper Age Limit
Subjects
Chemical Sciences, Earth Atmospheric Ocean & Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences

Eligibility : Master’s Degree or equivalent with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) in the relevant subject. Integrated BS-MS, BE/B.Tech, B.Pharma, MBBS candidates are also eligible as per notification.

How to Download CSIR NET June 2026 Answer Key
  1. Visit the official website https://csirnet.nta.nic.in
  2. Click on the link for Provisional Answer Key of CSIR NET June 2026.
  3. Login using Application Number and Date of Birth / Password.
  4. Download the Answer Key, Question Paper and Response Sheet.
  5. Match your answers and raise objections (if any) within the given time by paying the fee.
Some Useful Important Links
Download Answer Key Click Here
Official Website Click Here

Note: Provisional Answer Key is scheduled for release on 16 August 2026. After considering valid objections, NTA will release the Final Answer Key and result. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website.