The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key between July 15 and July 20 after the examination concluded on July 5. Around 9.08 lakh candidates will be able to access their recorded OMR sheets and estimate their scores. Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question before the final answer key is prepared.