Around 8 to 10 lakh applicants applied for UGC NET exam annually. UGC NET 2025 application form is now available. Eligible candidates can apply directly by using the given link.

Kolkata: National Testing Agency has released a notification for UGC NET June 2025 examination on Wednesday. This UGC NET 2025 notification marks the beginning of the application window, allowing interested candidates to apply for the exam. UGC NET exam is conducted to assess the eligibility of Indian nationals for the role of 'Assistant Professor' as well as for granting 'Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) with Assistant Professor' in universities and colleges across India.
Direct Link: UGC NET 2025 Application Form (Out) |
Registered candidates must thoroughly review UGC NET 2025 eligibility requirements, dates, and application guidelines. Applications for the UGC NET June 2025 exam will be accepted only in online mode, no offline submissions will be considered.
UGC NET 2025 exam is tentatively scheduled to be conducted from June 21 to June 30, 2025, with multiple shifts as per the details provided on the admit card.
UGC NET 2025 June exam will test candidates across multiple subjects, with the complete subject list and codes available in the official bulletin. The computer-based test will be conducted in various cities nationwide, allowing applicants to select their preferred exam center during registration.
What are the UGC NET 2025 Important Dates?
Check the following table to know UGC NET 2025 important dates:
| UGC NET 2025 Important Dates | ||
| Event | Dates | Time (Deadline) |
| Application Window | April 16, 2025 - May 07, 2025 | 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | May 08, 2025 | 11:59 PM |
| Correction Window | May 09 - May 10, 2025 | 11:59 PM |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced | - |
| UGC NET 2025 Exam Date | June 21 - June 30, 2025 | - |
| UGC NET 2025 Result | To be announced | - |
How to Fill in UGC NET Application Form 2025?
Candidates wish to apply for UGC NET 2025 must follow these steps listed below:
- Step 1: Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Step 2: Look for UGC NET registration link from home page and follow it.
- Step 3: Complete the registration process.
- Step 4: Login again with your credentials.
- Step 5: Fill out UGC NET 2025 application form.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee online.
- Step 7: Take a copy of your application form for future need.
What is the UGC NET 2025 Fees for Application?
UGC NET application fee 2025 is category-wise different. Candidates who wish to apply for UGC NET 2025 exam need to pay the application fee online via various payment gateways like credit/debit card/ net banking etc.
Check the following table to know UGC NET 2025 fees:
| UGC NET 2025 Fees | |
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | INR 1,150 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | INR 600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | INR 325 |
What is the Required UGC NET 2025 Eligibility Criteria?
Candidates interested in applying for UGC NET 2025 must review the specified eligibility criteria before filling out the UGC NET 2025 application form.
Check the listed UGC NET 2025 eligibility:
- Candidates must hold a master's degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognized university/institution.
- Candidates must secure at least 55% aggregate marks in their master's degree for General/OBC/EWS categories, while SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates require a minimum of 50%.
- For JRF, the maximum age limit is 30 years as of June 01, 2025, with applicable age relaxations as per Government of India regulations.
- For Assistant Professor there is no upper age limit for applying.
What is the Exam Pattern of UGC NET June 2025?
UGC NET 2025 June exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, with two papers. Both papers will consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and will be administered in a single session without any break between them.
- Paper I: Evaluates candidates' teaching and research aptitude, including reasoning ability, comprehension, and general awareness.
- Paper II: Focuses on the subject selected by the candidate, testing in-depth knowledge in the chosen discipline.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: To access the official UGC NET 2025 notification, follow these steps given below:
- Step 1: Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Step 2: Find and click on the "UGC NET June 2025 Notification" link.
- Step 3: Download the notification PDF that appears on your screen
Ans: Check the list to know UGC NET required documents 2025:
- Educational qualification documents.
- Scanned photograph (10 KB to 200 KB, JPG/JPEG format)
- Scanned signature (4 KB to 30 KB, JPG/JPEG format)
- Category certificate (If applicable)
- PwD certificate (If applicable)
Ans: UGC NET notification includes exam details such as exam dates, eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, syllabus, admit card release date, result declaration date etc. Candidates are advised to read this article carefully and review the official notification before applying.
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