UGC NET 2025 Exam from December 31; Admit Card Expected by Dec 28 – The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2025 December session will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) starting December 31, 2025, and continuing through January 7, 2026 across multiple exam centres in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates who have registered for the session are now awaiting the release of the UGC NET 2025 admit card, which is a mandatory document to appear in the examination. The city intimation slips, which inform applicants about the exam city, have already been made available on the official portal and must be checked by candidates to plan their travel and exam-day logistics. The admit card will carry comprehensive exam details including venue address and shift timing, which are not mentioned on the city slip.
UGC NET 2025 December Exam Schedule and Subject-Wise Dates
This section provides the exam schedule and key timing details for the UGC NET December 2025 session. The examination is being conducted over several days for different subjects, and applicants must note the dates carefully. UGC NET exams will be held in two shifts – first shift from 9 am to 12 pm and second shift from 3 pm to 6 pm, depending on the subject schedule released by NTA. The test will be conducted for various subjects as per the official timetable.
Candidates are advised to check the subject-wise exam schedule in advance and note their specific exam date and shift, as this varies by subject.
Expected UGC NET 2025 Admit Card Release Date
The issuance of the UGC NET 2025 admit card is one of the most awaited updates for registered candidates. The admission document is essential to enter the examination hall and includes details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam centre address, and reporting time. Based on trends from previous UGC NET cycles, the NTA typically releases admit cards 3 to 5 days before the examination. For the December 2025 session beginning on December 31, 2025, the hall tickets are expected to be released between December 26 and December 28, 2025, though official confirmation from the agency is pending. Registered candidates must regularly check the official portal for activation of the admit card download link and should print their admit cards once available to avoid last-minute issues.
Important Points for UGC NET 2025 Candidates
This section highlights key instructions and preparations for candidates planning to appear in the UGC NET December 2025 session:
- The UGC NET admit card will include crucial information such as exam centre address, reporting time, shift, and other guidelines that candidates must follow on the exam day.
- Carrying both the printed admit card and a valid photo ID proof to the exam centre is mandatory; entry will not be permitted without these.
- The examination assesses eligibility for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) across Indian colleges and universities.
Candidates should stay updated with the National Testing Agency’s official announcements for any changes in the admit card release schedule or additional instructions related to the UGC NET 2025 exam.
