The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET 2025 December session notification. The update includes key information about registration dates, eligibility, exam schedule, and further admission process for candidates seeking eligibility for Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), and PhD admission.
UGC NET 2025 December Session Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the following official dates released by the NTA:
Eligibility Criteria for UGC NET 2025 December
To appear for UGC NET 2025 December, candidates must meet the required academic and age criteria set by the NTA:
- Must have completed a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject.
- Minimum marks required: as per notification (check official document).
- Age limit: There’s no age limit for Assistant Professor eligibility; for JRF, additional criteria may apply.
- Relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per the rules.
UGC NET 2025 December Application Process
The application process is conducted in online mode through the official website (ugcnet.nta.nic.in). Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official website.
- Click on “Apply for UGC NET 2025 December”.
- Register with basic details and create login credentials.
- Fill out the application form accurately.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- After submission, keep the confirmation page for future reference.
UGC NET 2025 December Exam Pattern
The UGC NET for the December session will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The exam pattern includes:
- Total Questions: Paper I (50 questions) + Paper II (100 questions)
- Total Marks: Paper I (100 marks) + Paper II (200 marks)
- Duration: 3 hours (combined for both papers)
- Subjects Covered: Teaching & Research Aptitude in Paper I; Subject-specific domain in Paper II
- Marking Scheme: No negative marking.
UGC NET 2025 December Result & Counselling
After the exam, the result will be released on the official website. Qualified candidates will be eligible to participate in the counselling process for eligibility to the Assistant Professor position, JRF award, or PhD admissions, depending on their score and category.
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