Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the NTA UGC NET December Notification 2025 Examination. This exam determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for the post of Assistant Professor and for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
Online registration for UGC NET December 2025 has started from 7th October 2025 and will continue till 7th November 2025. Candidates are advised to carefully check the eligibility, important dates, and exam pattern before filling the form.
NTA UGC NET Notification December 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 07 October 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 07 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 November 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 07 November 2025 |
| Correction Window | 10 to 12 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Notify Later |
| Examination Date | Notify Later |
| Result Declaration | Notify Later |
Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1150/- |
| EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325/- |
Payment Mode: Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Eligibility Criteria for NTA UGC NET December Notification 2025
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have a Master’s Degree or equivalent in the concerned subject from a recognized university/institution.
- Must have obtained at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third Gender).
- Those appearing in their final year of Master’s degree are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit (as on 01 December 2025)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | 30 Years |
| Assistant Professor | No Age Limit |
Age relaxation applicable as per Government norms.
NTA UGC NET December Notification 2025 Exam Pattern
The UGC NET Exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consists of two papers.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Teaching & Research Aptitude (General) | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Paper II | Subject-Specific Paper | 100 | 200 |
- Total Marks: 300
- Total Questions: 150
- Type: Objective Type (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: No
NTA UGC NET December Notification 2025 Subject List (Partial)
NTA conducts UGC NET in more than 80 subjects. A few are listed below:
| Code | Subject | Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Adult Education | 02 | Anthropology |
| 04 | Arabic | 05 | Archaeology |
| 11 | Commerce | 14 | Computer Science & Applications |
| 18 | Economics | 19 | Education |
| 21 | English | 22 | Environmental Science |
| 26 | Geography | 29 | Hindi |
| 31 | History | 41 | Law |
| 46 | Management | 59 | Political Science |
| 64 | Public Administration | 73 | Social Work |
| 75 | Spanish | 83 | Yoga |
For the full subject list, candidates must refer to the official NTA notification.
NTA UGC NET December Notification 2025 Syllabus
- Paper I: Tests general teaching/research aptitude, reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness.
- Paper II: Focuses on the candidate’s subject of post-graduation with in-depth conceptual questions.
- Download the UGC NET Syllabus PDF from the official website.
Selection Process
The selection process for NTA UGC NET December 2025 includes:
- Online Written Examination (CBT Mode)
- Preparation of Merit List
- Document Verification (for JRF awardees)
Steps to Apply for NTA UGC NET December Notification 2025
Follow the steps below to fill the online application form correctly:
- Visit the official website – ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
- Click on “UGC NET December 2025 Registration”.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all required personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee using the online payment gateway.
- Download and print the confirmation page for reference.
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Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will NTA UGC NET December 2025 registration start?
👉 From 07 October 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online for UGC NET 2025?
👉 07 November 2025.
Q3. What is the mode of examination?
👉 The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Q4. Is there any age limit for Assistant Professor post?
👉 No, there is no age limit for the Assistant Professor post.
Q5. What is the exam duration for UGC NET 2025?
👉 The total exam duration is 3 hours (180 minutes).
Q6. Is there negative marking in UGC NET Exam?
👉 No, there is no negative marking in the UGC NET exam.
