The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release admit cards for the UGC NET December 2025 examination. Students who applied for the University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) can expect their hall tickets in December 2025 . This exam is for those who wish to become Assistant Professors or get a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
The UGC NET December 2025 exam is scheduled to take place between December 31, 2025, and January 07, 2026 . Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in , using their application number and date of birth.
Key Dates for UGC NET December 2025
It is important for all applicants to remember these dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | October 07, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | October 07, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 07, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | November 07, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | November 10 to 12, 2025 |
| Exam City Slip Release | 10 Days Before Exam Date |
| Admit Card Release | December 2025 |
| Exam Dates | December 31, 2025 to January 07, 2026 |
| Result Date | To be announced soon |
Who Can Apply? Eligibility and Age Limits
To apply for the UGC NET JRF December 2025 exam, candidates must meet specific requirements:
- Education: Candidates must have passed or be appearing for a Master’s Degree in a related subject. They need a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent from any recognized university or institution in India.
- Age Limit for JRF: The maximum age for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) candidates is 30 years .
- Age Limit for Assistant Professor (NET): There is no upper age limit for candidates applying only for Assistant Professor (NET).
For more detailed information, candidates should read the full NTA UGC NET JRF December Notification 2025.
Application Fees
The application fees for the exam are as follows:
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1150/- |
| EWS / OBC | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹325/- |
Candidates can pay the examination fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
UGC NET Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The UGC NET December 2025 exam is an online Computer-Based Test (CBT). It lasts for 3 hours (180 minutes) and has no negative marking for wrong answers. There are two papers, both with Multiple Choice Questions:
- Paper 1: This paper has 50 questions for 100 marks . It checks a candidate’s teaching and research skills.
- Paper 2: This paper has 100 questions for 200 marks . It tests knowledge in the subject chosen by the candidate.
In total, the exam has 150 questions for 300 marks . The exam covers a wide range of subjects, including Commerce, History, English, Computer Science, Education, Law, Management, and many more. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete list of subjects and their codes.
Selection Process
The selection process for UGC NET JRF December 2025 includes the following steps:
- Written Examination
- Preparation of Merit List
- Document Verification
How to Download Your Admit Card
Once released, candidates can download their NTA UGC NET JRF December Hall Ticket 2025 by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET website: ugcnet.nta.ac.in .
- Look for the link that says “NTA UGC NET JRF December Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download” and click on it.
- 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 save the admit card. It is important to also print a copy.
- Remember to carry a printed copy of your admit card and a valid photo ID to the examination hall.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the latest updates and active download links for the admit card and exam city intimation slip.