The UGC NET (National Eligibility Test) December 2025 online application process is currently underway, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The examination determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admissions in Indian universities and colleges.
Here are the full details regarding the online form, eligibility, and exam pattern.
1. Important Dates (UGC NET December 2025)
| Event | Dates |
| Online Application Form Submission | October 7, 2025, to November 7, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | November 7, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | November 10, 2025, to November 12, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Announcement of Exam City | To be Intimated Later |
| Admit Card Download | To be Intimated Later |
| Date of Examination | As indicated on the Admit Card (Expected in Dec 2025/Jan 2026) |
Official Website: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/
2. Application Fee Structure
The application fee is non-refundable and can only be paid through online modes (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI).
| Category | Application Fee (₹) |
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,150 |
| General-EWS / OBC–NCL | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325 |
3. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Master's Degree or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks (without rounding off).
A minimum of 50% marks (without rounding off) is required for candidates belonging to OBC–NCL, SC, ST, PwD, and Third Gender categories.
Candidates who are appearing in the final year/semester of their Master’s degree or whose result is still awaited may also apply provisionally.
Age Limit (As of a specified date, usually the first day of the exam month/year)
For Assistant Professor: No upper age limit.
For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum age of 30 years. Age relaxation of up to 5 years is provided for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, Third Gender, and women candidates.
4. How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
Candidates must apply Online only through the official NTA UGC NET website.
Visit the Official Website: Go to
https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/.New Registration: Click on the link for "New Registration" and enter your personal details, contact information (valid email ID and mobile number), and create a password. A system-generated Application Number will be created. Save this number.
Fill the Application Form: Log in using the Application Number and Password. Fill in the detailed application form with personal, academic (Master's degree details, chosen subject), and exam city preferences.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size. Upload the PwD certificate, if applicable.
Pay Application Fee: Pay the required fee online using the available payment gateway.
Download Confirmation Page: After successful payment and submission, download and print the Confirmation Page for future reference.
5. Exam Pattern
The UGC NET is conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consists of two papers without any break.
| Particulars | Paper I (General Paper) | Paper II (Subject Specific) | Total |
| Purpose | To assess teaching/research aptitude, reasoning ability, comprehension, and general awareness. | To assess subject-specific knowledge of the candidate. | N/A |
| Questions | 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | 150 Questions |
| Marks | 100 Marks | 200 Marks | 300 Marks |
| Duration | 3 Hours (180 minutes) for both papers combined | 3 Hours (180 minutes) for both papers combined | 180 Minutes (No break) |
| Marking Scheme | +2 marks for every correct answer. | +2 marks for every correct answer. | NO NEGATIVE MARKING. |
| Language | English and Hindi (bilingual) | English and Hindi (bilingual) | N/A |
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