UGC NET December 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for the University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) December 2025 on 7 October 2025. The online application process will remain open from 7 October to 7 November 2025. The UGC NET December 2025 examination is scheduled to be conducted from 31 December 2025 to 7 January 2026 across various exam centers in India. Eligible candidates can apply online for the UGC NET December 2025 exam through the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
UGC NET December 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Advt. No. | UGC NET 2025 |
| Post Name | UGC NET (JRF & Assistant Professor) |
| Notification Date | 07 October 2025 |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
UGC NET December 2025 – Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 07 October 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 07 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 November 2025 11:50 PM |
| Correction Date | 10-12 November 2025 |
| Written Examination | 31 Dec 2025 – 7 Jan 2026 |
UGC NET December 2025 – Application Fees
To successfully submit the application form for UGC NET December 2025 Recruitment 2025, applicants must pay the examination fee. The fee structure is given below:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Gen/ OBC/ EWS | ₹ 1150/- |
| OBC/ EWS (NCL) | ₹ 600/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | ₹ 325/- |
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The application fee can only be paid online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
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The application form will be count as incomplete if the fee payment is not successfully made.
UGC NET December 2025 – Age Limit
The age limit for the UGC NET December 2025 is Maximum 30 years for JRF and no upper age limit for applying for the position of Assistant Professor.. The cut-off date for calculating the age is 1 December 2025, and age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per government rules.
UGC NET December 2025 – Qualification
Post Name: UGC NET (JRF & Assistant Professor)
Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the final year of their Master’s Degree in the relevant subject. For General / EWS category candidates: A minimum of 55% marks is required. For OBC / SC / ST / Third Gender candidates: A minimum of 50% marks is required.
UGC NET December 2025 – Exam Pattern
The UGC NET December 2025 will be held as a single-session examination comprising two papers (Paper I and Paper II), conducted without any break. The full exam is objective (MCQ)-based and is designed to assess teaching and research aptitude as well as subject-specific knowledge.
| Paper | Focus Area | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Teaching & Research Aptitude (General) | 50 | 100 | 1 hour |
| II | Subject-specific (candidate’s chosen subject) | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
- Total Questions: 150 | Total Marks: 300.
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 2 marks.
- Negative Marking: None — there is no penalty for incorrect answers.
This structure helps evaluate both generic academic skills (Paper I) and in-depth subject knowledge (Paper II).
UGC NET December 2025 – Application Process
Eligible candidates can apply online for the UGC NET December 2025 by following these steps carefully:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the National Testing Agency (NTA) official website – ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Open the Recruitment Section. On the homepage, click on the “Online Application” or “Recruitment” link. - Read the Notification: Download the Inter Level Recruitment 2025 notification and read it carefully to understand the eligibility, important dates, and instructions.
- Register / Login: If you’re a new user, complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number. Existing users can log in with their credentials.
- Fill the Application Form: Enter your personal information, educational details, and other required details accurately.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and certificates as per the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the Application Fee: Pay the exam fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Preview and Submit: Review and check all entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
- Print the Application Form: After successful submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference.
UGC NET December 2025 – Important Links
| Online Form | Apply Online |
| Notification PDF | Notification |
| Official Website | Visit Now |
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