UGC NET December 2025 Examination for Assistant Professor / JRF Announced by NTA
Post Date: October 8, 2025
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online applications for the University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) positions for the December 2025 examination. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official NTA website. The online registration
process commenced on October 7, 2025. Applicants are advised to review all the comprehensive details provided below before proceeding with their application.Key Dates
- Application Start Date: October 7, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: November 7, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: November 7, 2025
- Correction Window: November 10-12, 2025
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Exam City Slip Release: To be notified
- Admit Card Availability: Before the examination
- Answer Key Release: After the examination
- Result Declaration: After the examination
Application Fee
- General Category: ₹1150/-
- EWS, OBC Categories: ₹600/-
- SC, ST, PH Categories: ₹325/-
Payment Mode: Examination fees can be paid via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan, E Wallet, or Cash Card.
Age Criteria
For the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), the maximum age limit is 30 years.
For the NET (Assistant Professor), there is no age limit.
To determine your age for eligibility, you can use our Age Calculator.
Course Details
- Exam Name: NTA UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2025
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Post Graduation Degree or be appearing in their final year of Post Graduation with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate from any recognized university or college. Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree are also eligible.
Available Subjects
The UGC NET December 2025 examination will be conducted for a wide range of subjects. A comprehensive list of available subjects can be found on the official information brochure.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official NTA UGC NET portal: https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/. Alternatively, you can find the direct application link in the “Important Links” section below.
Important Note: Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the Official Notification, including details on the last date, age limit, and qualification requirements, before submitting their application form.
Mode of Selection
Selection will be based on the performance in the Entrance Test.
Important Links
- Apply Online
- Download Information Brochure
- Sarkari Exam Mobile App
- Join WhatsApp Channel
- Join Telegram Channel
- Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When will the Apply Online link be activated for the NTA UGC NET December 2025 examination?
A. The online application process began on October 7, 2025.
Q. What is the last date to apply for the NTA UGC NET December 2025 notification?
A. The last date to submit your online application is November 7, 2025.
Q. What is the age limit for NTA UGC NET December 2025 admissions?
A. For JRF, the maximum age is 30 years. For NET (Assistant Professor), there is no age limit. Please refer to the official notification for detailed post-wise age information.
Q. What are the eligibility qualifications for the NTA UGC NET December 2025 application form?
A. Candidates must have completed their Post Graduation or be in the final year of their
Q. How can I apply for the NTA UGC NET December 2025 Online Form?
A. You can apply online through the official NTA UGC NET website https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/ or via the direct link provided in the “Important Links” section.
Q. How can I download the result for the NTA UGC NET December 2025 examination?
A. Candidates who appeared for the examination can download their results by entering their registration number/roll number and date of birth. The official download link will be available in the “Important Links” section after the result is declared.
Q. What is the official website for NTA UGC NET?
A. The official website for NTA UGC NET is https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/.