NTA UGC NET December 2025 Online Form
National Testing Agency (NTA) invites online applications for UGC NET December 2025 Examination for the eligibility of Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) across India. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online once the portal is activated. Read full notification before applying.
| Exam Name |
NTA UGC NET December 2025 Online Form |
| Conducted By |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Cycle |
December 2025 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Eligibility |
Master Degree with Minimum 55% Marks (50% for Reserved) |
| Purpose of Exam |
Assistant Professor & Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) |
| Official Website |
https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates & Application Fee
| Important Dates |
Application Fee |
| Application Start : 07 October 2025 |
General : ₹1150/- |
| Last Date to Apply : 07 November 2025 |
EWS / OBC : ₹600/- |
| Fee Payment Last Date : 07 November 2025 |
SC / ST / PH : ₹325/- |
| Correction Date : 10-12 November 2025 |
Mode of Payment : Online Payment |
| Exam Date : December 2025 Expected |
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Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name |
Eligibility |
| Assistant Professor / JRF (UGC NET December 2025) |
✔ Master’s Degree in related subject with Minimum 55% Marks (50% for Reserved Categories)
✔ Final Year / Appearing Candidates Eligible
✔ Subject must be from UGC NET Approved List |
Age Limit (As on 01 December 2025)
| Post |
Age Limit |
| JRF |
Maximum Age : 31 Years |
| Assistant Professor |
No Age Limit |
| Age Relaxation |
As per NTA UGC NET Rules |
Exam Pattern Overview
| Paper |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
| Paper I – General Aptitude |
50 |
100 |
3 Hours Combined |
| Paper II – Subject Specific |
100 |
200 |
No Break Between Papers |
🎯 Benefits of UGC NET
- ✅ Eligibility for Assistant Professor Jobs
- ✅ JRF Fellowship up to ₹45,000/- per month
- ✅ Direct admission to PhD without entrance
- ✅ Priority in Academic & Government Research Projects
📝 How to Apply Online for UGC NET December 2025
- Visit Official Website 👉 https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on “UGC NET December 2025 Registration”
- Complete Online Registration & Get Application Number
- Login using Application Number & Password
- Fill Personal, Academic & Communication Details
- Upload Photo, Signature & Required Documents
- Pay Application Fee Online
- Click on Final Submit and Download Confirmation Page
🎯 Important Links
❓ UGC NET 2025 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
| Question |
Answer |
| Q1. What is the full form of UGC NET? |
University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test |
| Q2. Who conducts UGC NET Exam? |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Q3. Can final-year students apply? |
Yes, appearing candidates are eligible. |
| Q4. What is the age limit for Assistant Professor? |
No upper age limit. |
| Q5. Is UGC NET compulsory for Lecturer Jobs? |
Yes, for most universities and colleges. |
| Q6. How many times UGC NET is conducted in a year? |
Two Times – June & December Session. |
| Q7. What is the salary after clearing JRF? |
Around ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 per month including HRA. |
