National Testing Agency (NTA) has been officially announced the UGC NET June 2025 Notification. The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a national-level examination that determines eligibility for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) roles in Indian universities and colleges.
This article provides detailed and reliable information on the application process, important dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.
Important Dates for UGC NET June 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | May 24, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | May 24, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 10, 2025 (till 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | June 11, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | June 13 to June 15, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Tentative) | First Week of June 2025 |
| Exam Date | June 18, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | July 2025 |
How to Apply for UGC NET June 2025
Candidates can apply online through the official NTA portal: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Below are the step-by-step instructions:
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET website.
- Click on the registration link for โUGC NET June 2025.โ
- Register by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the complete application form with personal, academic, and communication details.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee via credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking.
- Save the confirmation page for future reference.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | โน1150 |
| General-EWS/OBC-NCL | โน600 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | โน325 |
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Eligibility Criteria for UGC NET 2025
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Masterโs degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Minimum marks required:
- 55% for General/Unreserved
- 50% for OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender
- Final year students are also eligible to apply.
Age Criteria
- For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):
- Maximum age limit: 30 years as on June 1, 2025.
- Age relaxation up to 5 years for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, and women applicants.
- For Assistant Professor: No upper age limit.
Exam Pattern for UGC NET 2025
UGC NET 2025 will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT) comprising two papers conducted in a single three-hour session.
| Paper | Subjects Covered | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Teaching and Research Aptitude | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Paper II | Subject-specific (chosen by candidate) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
- All questions are objective type multiple choice.
- Each correct answer carries 2 marks.
- There is no negative marking.
Syllabus for UGC NET 2025
Paper I – General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude
- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Aptitude
- Comprehension
- Communication
- Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Interpretation
- Information and Communication Technology
- People, Development and Environment
- Higher Education System
Paper II – Subject-Specific Syllabus
- Paper II will cover the full syllabus of the subject selected by the candidate.
- Subjects include Commerce, Management, Computer Science, Political Science, English, Economics, Education, and many more.
- Download the detailed syllabus PDF from the official website.
Admit Card for UGC NET June 2025
The admit card will be released around the first week of June 2025. Candidates can download it using their application number and date of birth from the official portal.
Details mentioned in the admit card:
- Exam center address
- Reporting time
- Paper timings
- Candidateโs photo and signature
- Instructions to follow on exam day
Candidates must carry:
- A printed copy of the admit card
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
- Passport-size photograph (same as uploaded)
Answer Key and Result Declaration
- Provisional answer key will be released within a week after the examination.
- Candidates can challenge the answer key by paying a nominal fee per question.
- The final answer key will be published after reviewing challenges.
- Results will be declared on the official NTA website in July 2025.
Preparation Tips for UGC NET June 2025
- Download and analyze the official syllabus in detail.
- Create a study schedule based on topic weightage.
- Practice previous year question papers and take mock tests.
- Focus equally on Paper I and your chosen subject in Paper II.
- Use standard books and authentic online resources.
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