Latest Update: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for UGC NET June 2025 examination. Candidates seeking Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and eligibility for Assistant Professor positions can now apply online through the official NTA website. The application process is currently active, and eligible candidates are advised to submit their applications before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

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The UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test) is a national-level examination conducted to determine eligibility for ‘Assistant Professor’ and ‘Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor’ positions in Indian universities and colleges. This examination is an important gateway for candidates aspiring for academic careers in higher education institutions across India.

Important Dates

UGC NET June 2025 Subject-wise Vacancy Details

The UGC NET examination is conducted for 83 subjects. Candidates can apply for only one subject. The subject-wise vacancy details will be updated on the official website after the completion of the application process.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• For Assistant Professor Only: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) from a recognized university/institution.
• For JRF & Assistant Professor: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale) from a recognized university/institution.
• A relaxation of 5% marks (from 55% to 50%) is provided to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/PwD/Transgender candidates.
• Candidates who are pursuing their Master’s degree or equivalent course or candidates who have appeared for their qualifying Master’s degree (final year) examination and whose result is still awaited can also apply for UGC NET. However, such candidates will be admitted provisionally and shall be considered eligible for award of JRF/eligibility for Assistant Professor only after they have passed their Master’s degree or equivalent examination with at least 55% marks (50% marks in case of SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/PwD/Transgender candidates).

Age Limit (as on 01.05.2025)

• For JRF: Not more than 30 years. A relaxation of up to 5 years is provided to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/PwD/Transgender candidates and to women applicants.
• For Assistant Professor Only: No upper age limit.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online payment through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI

UGC NET Exam Pattern 2025

The UGC NET examination consists of two papers that are conducted in a single session (3 hours):

How to Apply for UGC NET June 2025

1. Visit the official website of NTA UGC NET: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
2. Click on the “Apply Online” link for UGC NET June 2025
3. Register by providing basic details like name, email ID, mobile number, etc.
4. Login using the registration credentials
5. Fill in the application form with all required details
6. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable) as per specifications
7. Pay the application fee online
8. Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference

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Important Documents Required

UGC NET Syllabus 2025

The UGC NET examination syllabus is divided into two papers:

Paper 1 Syllabus (Common for all subjects)

• Teaching Aptitude: Teaching: Nature, objectives, characteristics and basic requirements; Learner’s characteristics; Factors affecting teaching; Methods of teaching; Teaching aids; Evaluation systems.
• Research Aptitude: Research: Meaning, types, and characteristics; Steps of research; Methods of research; Research Ethics; Paper, article, workshop, seminar, conference and symposium; Thesis writing: its characteristics and format.
• Reading Comprehension: A passage to be set with questions to be answered.
• Communication: Communication: Nature, types, characteristics, barriers and effective classroom communication.
• Logical Reasoning: Understanding the structure of arguments; Evaluating and distinguishing deductive and inductive reasoning; Verbal analogies; Word relationships; Reasoning by analogy; Venn diagram; Logical and analytical reasoning.
• Data Interpretation: Sources, acquisition and interpretation of data; Quantitative and qualitative data; Graphical representation and mapping of data.
• Information & Communication Technology (ICT): ICT: meaning, advantages, disadvantages and uses; General abbreviations and terminology; Basics of internet and e-mailing.
• People & Environment: People and environment interaction; Sources of pollution; Pollutants and their impact on human life, exploitation of natural and energy resources; Natural hazards and mitigation.
• Higher Education System: Institutions of higher learning and education in ancient India; Evolution of higher education in post-independence India; Oriental, conventional and non-conventional learning programs in India.

Paper 2 Syllabus

Paper 2 syllabus varies according to the subject chosen by the candidate. Detailed syllabus for each subject is available on the official UGC NET website.

UGC NET Qualifying Criteria

To qualify the UGC NET examination, candidates need to secure the following minimum marks:

Benefits of UGC NET Qualification

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Qualified candidates are eligible for JRF, which provides financial assistance for pursuing research leading to M.Phil/Ph.D. degrees.
• Assistant Professor Eligibility: UGC NET qualification is a mandatory requirement for the post of Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges.
• Career Opportunities: Opens up various career opportunities in research institutions, government organizations, and private sectors.
• Higher Education: Facilitates admission to Ph.D. programs in many universities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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