IMPORTANT DATES (December Cycle)
Notification Release Date
Application Start Date
Last Date to Apply Online
Last Date for Fee Payment
Correction Window Dates
CBT Exam Dates
Admit Card Release Date
Mark these dates in your calendar to never miss an important deadline!
APPLICATION FEE
General / Unreserved
Rs. 1150/-
General-EWS / OBC-NCL
Rs. 600/-
SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender
Rs. 325/-
Payment Mode
Online (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI).
Ensure you pay the correct fee for your category before the deadline!
ELIGIBILITY (Educational and Age)
Educational Qualification
Master's Degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) in the concerned subject. Candidates appearing in their final year/semester are also eligible.
Age Limit (JRF)
Calculate AgeMaximum 30 Years (as of 2025-12-01). Relaxation of 5 years for Women, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, and 3 years for LL.M. degree holders.
Age Limit (NET/Assistant Professor)
Calculate AgeNo Upper Age Limit.
Verify all eligibility requirements before applying.
Mode of Selection
Examination Mode (CBT)
The exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Total duration is 3 hours (combined for both papers). No break between papers.
Marking Scheme
2 marks for every correct answer. **No negative marking** for incorrect answers.
Selection Criteria
Eligibility for JRF/Assistant Professor is based on the aggregate performance of the candidate in both Paper I and Paper II. Only a small percentage of candidates who appear qualify.
Follow each selection stage carefully to successfully complete the recruitment process!
Examination Pattern and Marks
Total Subjects Offered
Table
| Paper | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I (General) | Paper I | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Paper II (Subject Specific) | Paper II | 100 | 200 | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Total | Total | 150 | 300 | 3 Hours |
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Instruction (How To Apply Online Form)
Step 1: Visit Official Portal
Visit the official NTA UGC NET website (ugcnet.nta.nic.in) and click on the Online Application Link.
Step 2: New Registration
Complete the 'New Registration' process by providing personal and contact details to generate an Application Number and Password.
Step 3: Fill Application Form
Log in with credentials. Fill the form with academic details, subject preference, and choice of exam centers.
Step 4: Upload Documents
Upload required scanned documents, including photograph and signature (10 kb to 200 kb for photo, 4 kb to 30 kb for signature).
Step 5: Pay Fee
Pay the application fee based on your category online. Your application is considered complete only after successful payment.
Step 6: Final Submit and Print
Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for records.
Attachments (IMPORTANT LINKS)
3 quick links available
Apply Online Link
Direct link to the UGC NET application portal (submission closed on 2025-11-07).
Official Website Link
Link to the official website of the NTA UGC NET.
Application Correction Link
Link to access the correction window (active from 2025-11-10 to 2025-11-12).
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