The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 notification, inviting applications for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor eligibility test. Candidates aspiring to build a career in research or academics can now apply online through the official website — ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
According to the official notice, the online registration window opened on October 7, 2025, and will remain active until November 7, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM). The exam is scheduled to be conducted between December 18 and December 22, 2025, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across various centers in India.
The UGC NET is a national-level eligibility test that determines candidates’ qualification for the roles of Assistant Professor and JRF in Indian universities and colleges.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: October 7, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: November 7, 2025
- Application Correction Window: November 9 – 11, 2025
- Admit Card Release: First week of December 2025
- Exam Dates: December 18 – 22, 2025
📘 Exam Pattern
The test comprises two papers:
- Paper I: Teaching and research aptitude (common for all candidates)
- Paper II: Subject-specific paper (based on the candidate’s chosen discipline)
Both papers will be conducted in a single three-hour session. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
- For JRF: Candidates must not be more than 30 years of age as of December 1, 2025.
- For Assistant Professor: There is no upper age limit.
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) in a relevant subject.
💻 How to Apply
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on “UGC NET December 2025 Registration”
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload required documents and photo
- Pay the application fee and submit
Official Website: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to visit the official NTA-UGC NET website only for accurate information, updates, and application submission.
