CSIR NET 2026 Answer Key Objection Window Closes TODAY: Step-by-Step Guide to Raise Challenges at csirnet.nta.nic.in

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the answer key objection window for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 examination today, August 18, 2026, at 11:00 PM. Candidates who appeared for the exam and have concerns regarding any provisional answers must submit their challenges online at the official portal, csirnet.nta.nic.in, before the deadline.

The provisional answer keys, along with the question papers and recorded responses, were officially released on August 16, 2026. A total of 1,87,739 candidates registered for the exam, which took place on July 17 and 18, 2026, across 352 exam centres in 224 cities.

Key Highlights of CSIR NET 2026 Answer Key Challenge

Fee Structure and Submission Guidelines

Candidates who wish to object to any answer must pay a processing fee of ₹200 for every question challenged.

• Payment Methods: The fee must be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

• Mandatory Step: Challenges submitted without successful fee payment before 11:00 PM today will not be considered by the NTA.

• Supporting Documents: Candidates must upload clear documentary proof or academic evidence in a single PDF file (up to 500 KB) to back their claims.

• One-Time Submission: The challenge facility is available only once. No further changes or additional challenges will be allowed after final submission and payment.

How to Challenge the CSIR NET Answer Key Online

Candidates can raise objections by following these simple steps:

1. Visit the Official Site: Go to csirnet.nta.nic.in.

2. Access Login Portal: Click on the link titled “Answer Key Challenges for Joint CSIR UGC NET June 2026”.

3. Log In: Enter your Application Number, Password (or Date of Birth), and the security PIN shown on the screen.

4. Select Questions: Open the response sheet and choose the Question ID that you want to challenge.

5. Mark Correct Option: Select the option you believe is correct according to the official syllabus.

6. Upload Proof: Attach your supporting document (PDF format, up to 500 KB) as reference proof.

7. Save & Pay: Click on ‘Save your Claims’, proceed to the payment portal, and pay ₹200 per question using your preferred online payment method.

What Happens After the Objection Window Closes?

Once the objection window closes at 11:00 PM today, all challenges submitted by candidates will be evaluated by a panel of subject experts appointed by the NTA.

• Final Answer Key: If an objection is verified and found correct, the NTA will revise the answer key for all candidates.

• No Individual Intimation: Individual candidates will not be informed separately whether their specific challenge was accepted or rejected.

• Result Declaration: The final CSIR NET 2026 results will be calculated based on the revised Final Answer Key.

Candidates are strongly advised to complete the challenge process well before 11:00 PM to avoid last-minute server congestion. For technical queries, candidates can contact the official NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or 011-69227700.