The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 examination. Candidates who applied for the exam can now download their hall tickets. The admit cards became available on December 14, 2025 . The examination is scheduled for December 18, 2025 .
Students preparing for this important government job eligibility test should visit the official website, csirnet.nta.nic.in , to get their admit card. You will need your application number and date of birth to download it. Carrying a printed copy of the admit card to the exam hall is compulsory.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2025 examination:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | September 25, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | September 25, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | October 27, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | October 28, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | October 30 – November 01, 2025 |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Release | December 08, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | December 14, 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 18, 2025 |
| Result Date | To be announced soon |
Application Fee Details
The application fee varied based on the candidate’s category:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | ₹1150/- |
| OBC | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST | ₹325/- |
Candidates paid the fee using credit card, debit card, net banking, or e-challan.
Age Limit for Candidates
- For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), candidates must be at most 30 years old as on January 01, 2025 .
- There is no upper age limit for Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor positions.
Always check the official NTA CSIR UGC NET Notification 2025 for full age limit rules.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2025 exam, candidates needed certain qualifications. The main requirements are:
- Education: An M.Sc. Degree or an equivalent degree.
- Marks: 55% marks for General and OBC categories. 50% marks for SC and ST categories.
- Other Degrees: Students with Integrated Courses, B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharma, or MBBS degrees were also eligible to apply.
This exam covers subjects like Chemical Science, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Science, Life Science, Mathematical Science, and Physical Science.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The NTA CSIR UGC NET exam is an online, computer-based test (CBT). Here are the details:
- Exam Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: Yes, incorrect answers will lead to deduction of marks.
The pattern for different subjects is:
| Subject Name | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Sciences | 120 | 200 |
| Life Sciences | 145 | 200 |
| Mathematical Sciences | 120 | 200 |
| Physical Sciences | 75 | 200 |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences | 150 | 200 |
Selection Process
The selection process for the NTA CSIR UGC NET 2025 involves a few stages:
- CBT Examination: Candidates must pass the online computer-based test.
- Merit List: Based on exam performance, a merit list will be prepared.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will need to verify their documents.
How to Download Your Admit Card
Follow these simple steps to download your NTA CSIR UGC NET Hall Ticket 2025:
- Go to the official website: csirnet.nta.nic.in .
- Look for the link that says ‘NTA CSIR UGC NET Admit Card 2025’ or ‘Hall Ticket Download’. Click on it.
- A new page will open. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the required fields.
- Click the ‘Submit’ button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download and print a copy of your admit card. You must carry this printed copy to the examination hall along with a valid photo ID (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, or Voter ID).
Keep your admit card safe for future reference.