The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 notification on October 7, 2025. Candidates aspiring to pursue a career in academics and research can now apply for the University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) through the official website.
The UGC NET December 2025 examination will be conducted for 85 subjects in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across various exam centers in India. The test determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admissions in Indian universities and colleges.
UGC NET December 2025: Important Dates
According to the official schedule released by NTA, here are the crucial dates candidates must note:
- Start of Online Applications: October 7, 2025
- Last Date to Submit Application Form: November 7, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: November 7, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Application Correction Window: November 10 to 12, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM)
The NTA will release further details about the examination dates, city intimation slips, and admit cards in due course on its official website.
UGC NET December 2025: Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the application fee as per their category. The fee structure for UGC NET December 2025 is as follows:
- General Category: ₹1150
- General-EWS/OBC (NCL): ₹600
- SC/ST/PwD/PwBD/Third Gender: ₹325
The fee can be paid through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
UGC NET December 2025: Important Instructions
The NTA has issued several important guidelines that candidates must strictly follow while applying:
- Applications must be submitted online only through official website, Applications in any other mode will not be accepted.
- Each candidate is allowed to submit only one application form. Multiple applications may lead to disqualification.
- Applicants must carefully read and follow the instructions given in the Information Bulletin available on the NTA website.
- The email ID and mobile number provided in the application form must belong to the candidate or their parent/guardian, as all communications will be sent via email or SMS.
Candidates are also advised to keep a copy of the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
How to Apply for UGC NET December 2025
Here’s a step-by-step guide to applying for UGC NET December 2025:
- Visit the official website.
- Click on the “Apply for UGC NET December 2025” link on the homepage.
- Register yourself by entering the required details.
- Log in using your credentials and fill in the application form.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee.
- Review your details carefully and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
About UGC NET
The UGC-NET (University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test) is one of India’s most prestigious examinations, conducted by the NTA to determine the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), or both. The exam serves as a gateway to research and teaching careers in Indian higher education institutions, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
