The UGC NET December 2025 notification is expected to be released soon on the official portal ugcnet.nta.ac.in, at which point the application process will begin.
UGC NET December 2025 Notification and Application Overview
Once released, the notification will provide essential details about the December session, including registration dates, exam schedule, eligibility, and application process. Below is a summary of the expected highlights:
- The notification and application form are likely to be available in September 2025.
- Candidates will be able to apply online via ugcnet.nta.ac.in
How to Apply for UGC NET December 2025?
The application process will include these key steps:
- Register online at ugcnet.nta.ac.in and complete personal & academic details.
- Upload a scanned passport-size photograph and signature as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee, which varies by category (approximately ₹1,150 for General, ₹600 for OBC/EWS, ₹325 for SC/ST/PwD), though the final fee will be confirmed in the notification.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates should ensure they meet eligibility criteria before applying; post-graduates aiming for JRF, Assistant Professor, or Ph.D. admissions can benefit from this exam.
UGC NET Exam Structure and Purpose
The UGC National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA), will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, typically in two paper formats spanning a total of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in three hours, without negative marking. This exam determines eligibility for:
- Assistant Professor positions,
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
