The National Testing Agency (NTA) is all set to conduct the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2025 June session from June 25 to June 29, 2025. The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for 85 different subjects. With the Advance City Intimation Slip expected to be released today, candidates must stay vigilant and regularly check the official website: ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
This comprehensive post provides in-depth information on the UGC NET 2025, including the exam schedule, eligibility, syllabus, paper pattern, admit card, and more.
Table of Contents
- What is UGC NET?
- UGC NET 2025 Exam Highlights
- UGC NET 2025 Important Dates
- UGC NET June 2025 Subject-wise Schedule
- Advance City Intimation Slip
- UGC NET 2025 Admit Card Details
- UGC NET Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Exam Pattern and Paper Structure
- UGC NET Syllabus and Previous Papers
- Minimum Qualifying Marks and Validity
- Career Scope after UGC NET
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is UGC NET?
UGC NET (University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test) is a national-level exam conducted by the NTA to determine eligibility for:
- Assistant Professor
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- PhD admissions (for select institutions)
The exam is conducted twice a year—in June and December—in online (CBT) mode.
2. Exam Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UGC NET (University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Frequency | Twice a Year (June and December) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Subjects | 85 Subjects |
| Duration | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| Papers | Paper I (General) and Paper II (Subject-specific) |
| Score Validity | JRF: 3 Years, Assistant Professor: Lifetime, PhD: 1 Year |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
3.Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UGC NET 2025 Notification | April 16, 2025 |
| Application Window | April 16 to May 12, 2025 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | May 13, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | May 14 to May 15, 2025 |
| City Intimation Slip | June 18, 2025 (Expected) |
| Admit Card Release | Mid June 2025 (TBA) |
| Exam Date (June Session) | June 25 to June 29, 2025 |
4. UGC NET June 2025 Subject-wise Schedule
June 25, 2025
| Shift I (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) | Shift II (3:00 PM – 6:00 PM) |
|---|---|
| Education (009) | Electronic Science (088) |
| Public Administration (014) | Japanese (045) |
| Indian Knowledge System (103) | Law (058) |
| Malayalam (022) | Mass Comm & Journalism (063) |
| Urdu (028) | Nepali (034) |
| Labour Welfare (055) | Performing Arts – Dance/Drama (065) |
June 26, 2025
| Shift I | Shift II |
|---|---|
| Arab Culture (049) | Political Science (002) |
| Bengali (019) | Comparative Literature (072) |
| Chinese (032) | Assamese (036) |
| Computer Science (087) | Santali (095) |
| Persian (042) | Adult Education (046) |
| Rajasthani (043) | Indian Culture (050) |
June 27, 2025
| Shift I | Shift II |
|---|---|
| Commerce (008) | English (030) |
| Defence & Strategic Studies (011) | Yoga (100) |
| Linguistics (031) | — |
(Complete schedule available on official site in PDF format)
5. Advance City Intimation Slip
The Advance City Intimation Slip helps candidates know their exam city ahead of the admit card release. It will be available at ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
| Document | Status |
|---|---|
| City Intimation Slip (June 2025) | Available Soon |
6. UGC NET 2025 Admit Card Details
The UGC NET Admit Card will be issued a few days before the exam. It contains:
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Exam Centre Address
- Subject and Subject Code
- Exam Date and Time
- Instructions
How to Download Admit Card:
- Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Click on “Download Admit Card”
- Enter Application Number and Date of Birth
- Download and print the admit card
7. Eligibility Criteria 2025
| Category | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | Minimum 55% marks in Master’s or equivalent |
| SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third Gender | Minimum 50% marks in Master’s or equivalent |
| Ph.D. Holders (PG before 19/09/91) | 5% marks relaxation (i.e., minimum 50%) |
Note: Candidates awaiting final year PG results may also apply.
8. Exam Pattern and Paper Structure
UGC NET consists of two papers conducted in a single session:
| Paper | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours total | General Teaching & Research Aptitude |
| Paper II | 100 | 200 | Subject-specific MCQs |
All questions are multiple-choice with no negative marking.
9. Syllabus and Previous Papers
- Paper I: Teaching aptitude, research aptitude, comprehension, communication, reasoning, data interpretation, ICT, people & environment, higher education.
- Paper II: Based on subject selected (85 available).
Resources:
- UGC official syllabus PDF
- NTA mock tests on official website
- Previous year papers (available in PDF)
10. Minimum Qualifying Marks and Validity
| Category | Paper I (%) | Paper II (%) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 40% | 40% |
| OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD | 35% | 35% |
Score Validity:
- JRF: 3 years from result date
- Assistant Professor: Lifetime
- PhD Admission: 1 year
11. Career Scope after UGC NET
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Eligible for research in universities
- Monthly stipend: ₹37,000 (first 2 years), ₹42,000 (from 3rd year)
- Can also apply for Assistant Professor roles
Assistant Professorship
- Eligible for teaching in colleges/universities
- PhD can be pursued, but no stipend from UGC
12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When will the UGC NET admit card for June 2025 be released?
- Expected in the third week of June 2025.
Q2: What are the minimum qualifying marks for UGC NET?
- General: 40% (each paper); Reserved categories: 35% (each paper)
Q3: Can I apply for UGC NET with a backlog in PG?
- Yes, but you must pass your PG within 2 years of result declaration.
Q4: Is there normalization in UGC NET?
- Yes, marks are normalized across shifts using statistical procedures.
Q5: What is the salary after qualifying for JRF?
- ₹37,000/month for first 2 years; ₹42,000/month from 3rd year onwards.
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