UGC NET December 2025 Notification Out — Check Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & Apply Online
Good news for all teaching and research aspirants! 🎓
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 Notification on its website ugcnet.nta.nic.in. This is one of the most awaited exams for those who dream of becoming an Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), or pursuing a Ph.D. in Indian universities and colleges.
If you’re planning to appear in this session, here’s a complete guide covering the application dates, eligibility, syllabus, age limit, exam pattern, and all important details — explained in simple language. {fullWidth}
About NTA & UGC NET
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has entrusted NTA to conduct the National Eligibility Test (NET) twice every year — in June and December.
The exam determines eligibility for:
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Assistant Professor
- Ph.D. admission
UGC NET ensures that only the most deserving and qualified candidates join India’s higher education sector.
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UGC NET December 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form Starts | 07 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 November 2025 (till 11:50 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 07 November 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 10 – 12 November 2025 |
| Exam City Intimation | To be notified later |
| Admit Card Download | To be notified later |
| Exam Dates | To be notified later |
| Result Declaration | To be announced later |
📍 Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
UGC NET December 2025 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | ₹1150 |
| OBC–NCL / EWS | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD | ₹325 |
| Third Gender | ₹325 |
Payment can be made using Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
UGC NET December 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have a Master’s Degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third gender).
- Those who are appearing in their final year of Master’s or awaiting results can also apply provisionally.
- Ph.D. holders who completed their Master’s before 19 September 1991 get a 5% relaxation.
- Students with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree can also apply for JRF or Ph.D. admission, depending on their results and eligibility.
Age Limit
- JRF: Not more than 30 years as on 1 December 2025.
- Age relaxation up to 5 years for OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Women candidates.
- Assistant Professor/Ph.D. Admission: No upper age limit.
UGC NET December 2025 – Exam Pattern
The exam has two papers, conducted together in one session (3 hours).
| Paper | Marks | No. of Questions | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 100 | 50 | Tests teaching/research aptitude, reasoning, comprehension, and general awareness. |
| Paper II | 200 | 100 | Subject-specific questions based on candidate’s chosen subject. |
✅ Each question carries 2 marks.
✅ No negative marking for wrong answers.
UGC NET December 2025 – Syllabus
The syllabus for all subjects can be downloaded from the UGC website: ugcnetonline.in/syllabus-new.php.
There are 83 subjects in total — candidates should choose the one matching their postgraduate subject or a closely related field.
UGC NET December 2025 – Reservation Policy
As per the Government of India, the reservation in Central Universities and Institutions is:
- SC – 15%
- ST – 7.5%
- OBC-NCL – 27%
- EWS – 10%
- PwD/PwBD – 5% horizontal reservation
UGC NET December 2025 – Admit Card
The Admit Card will be released on the NTA website. Candidates can download it using their application number and date of birth. It will include the exam date, shift, time, and exam centre.
👉 No admit card will be sent by post.
UGC NET December 2025 – Result and Cut-off
- Results will be declared on the official NTA website after evaluation.
- The qualifying cut-off for:
- General/EWS: Minimum 40% aggregate marks (Paper I + II).
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third gender): Minimum 35% aggregate marks.
- Final results are prepared after normalization (if multiple shifts) using percentile scores.
UGC NET December 2025 – How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on “Apply for UGC NET December 2025.”
- Complete registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all details carefully — personal, academic, and communication info.
- Upload photo, signature, and certificates in required formats.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
📝 Tip: Double-check your details before submitting the form. Any errors after submission may lead to disqualification.
Direct Links 🔗 UGC NET December 2025
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The UGC NET December 2025 Notification is out! Applications are open from October 7 to November 7, 2025 on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The exam will be conducted in CBT mode for 83 subjects. Candidates with a Master’s degree (55% marks) or equivalent can apply. For JRF, the age limit is 30 years, while there’s no age limit for Assistant Professor or Ph.D. admission. The exam has two papers, 300 marks total, with no negative marking.
💬 FAQ Section
➡️ The online registration for UGC NET December 2025 starts on 7th October 2025 and will continue till 7th November 2025.
➡️ The exact exam dates for UGC NET December 2025 will be announced later by NTA on the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
➡️ The maximum age limit for JRF is 30 years as on 1st December 2025. There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor or Ph.D. admission.
➡️ The application fee is ₹1150 for General, ₹600 for OBC-NCL/EWS, and ₹325 for SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender candidates.
➡️ Candidates can apply online through the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in by registering, filling the form, uploading documents, and paying the fee.
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