UGC NET Economics Notification: Dates, Eligibility & How to Apply
UGC NET Dec 2025 Notification OUT | Dates, Eligibility & How to Apply
The long-awaited UGC NET December 2025 notification has finally been released by NTA. If you’re aiming for Assistant Professor role or JRF / PhD eligibility, this is your chance — but time is tight. In this article, we’ll walk you through all the essential dates, eligibility conditions, application steps, and tips to avoid mistakes. (Make sure to bookmark this page or subscribe to our updates — we’ll keep you informed as the process unfolds.)
What is UGC NET?
The National Testing Agency (NTA), entrusted by the University Grants Commission (UGC), conducts the UGC-NET to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for Assistant Professor roles as well as Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions in Indian universities and colleges. Since December 2018, the UGC-NET has been conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode, ensuring a streamlined and transparent examination process.
The award of JRF and/or eligibility for Assistant Professorship depends on the candidate’s aggregate performance in Paper-I and Paper-II. Candidates qualifying only for Assistant Professorship are not eligible for JRF. Those who qualify for Assistant Professor eligibility are governed by the rules of the respective universities, colleges, or state governments for recruitment purposes.
Conducted twice a year (June & December), the UGC-NET ensures a regular examination cycle. For example, the UGC NET December 2023 session was conducted in 83 subjects across selected cities nationwide, reflecting its wide-scale and standardized approach.
Why This Notification Matters
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UGC NET is India’s benchmark for evaluating eligibility for Assistant Professorship and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in colleges and universities.
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The December session is critical — a single miss can delay one full cycle.
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Early application ensures you avoid last-minute server load issues, mistakes, or confusion over document uploads.
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UGC NET Dec 2025: Key Dates You Must Note
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release & Application Start | October 7, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 7, 2025 |
| Correction Window | November 10–12, 2025 |
| Exam Date (Tentative / CSIR-UGC NET) | To be intimated later |
| Admit Card / City Slip | A few days before exam day (to be announced) |
Note: For the Joint CSIR-UGC NET, the official window closes October 24, and correction till October 29.
Always cross-check on the official site ugcnet.nta.ac.in for real-time updates.
UGC NET Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
Before you start the application, ensure you meet the eligibility standards:
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Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree
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General / UR / General-EWS: Must have at least 55% marks in Master’s or equivalent.
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OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: Must have at least 50% marks in Master’s or equivalent.
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Master’s degrees must be from UGC-recognized universities. Check the official UGC list.
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Final-Year Candidates
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Students pursuing Master’s or waiting for results can apply provisionally.
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They must complete their degree with required marks within 2 years of NET result to be eligible for JRF/Assistant Professor.
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If applying for Ph.D. only, completion must be within 1 year.
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Relaxation & Special Categories
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Third Gender candidates get the same benefits as SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL candidates.
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Ph.D. holders with Master’s completed before 19 Sep 1991 get a 5% relaxation in marks.
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Post-Graduation Subject
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Candidates should appear in their PG subject.
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If your PG subject is not listed in NET subjects, you can choose a related subject.
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Four-Year / 8-Semester Bachelor’s Degree
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Minimum 75% marks required (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD).
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Candidates qualifying based on 4-year undergraduate degree are eligible for JRF and Ph.D. only, not Assistant Professor.
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Final-year students can apply provisionally, must complete requirements within 2 years for JRF / 1 year for Ph.D.
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Foreign Qualifications
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Candidates with foreign degrees should get equivalence from UGC.
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Those with Post-Graduate diplomas from Indian Institutes should verify equivalence with Master’s degree through AIU.
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How to Apply for UGC NET Dec 2025
Want to apply for UGC NET December 2025? We’ve created a step-by-step video guide on our YouTube channel — check it out for complete instructions on filling the application form, uploading documents, and choosing your exam centre.
Important Details:
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Application Fee:
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General / UR: ₹1,150
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OBC / EWS: ₹600
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SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: ₹325
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Correction Window: Minor edits allowed Nov 10–12, 2025
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💡 Tip: Watch our video to avoid mistakes and ensure your application is submitted correctly the first time.
UGC NET Exam Pattern
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Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) only.
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Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes), no break between papers.
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Structure: Two parts, both objective-type, multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
| Part | Number of Questions | Marks | Focus |
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| Paper I | 50 | 100 | Assesses teaching/research aptitude — reasoning, reading comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness. |
| Paper II | 100 | 200 | Subject-specific questions based on the candidate’s chosen discipline to assess domain knowledge. |
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Subjects & Codes: Check Appendix-II for the full list.
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Medium: English & Hindi (except language papers). The chosen medium cannot be changed after form submission.
UGC NET December 2025 Marking Scheme
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Marks per Question: 2 marks for each correct answer.
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Negative Marking: None.
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Unattempted Questions: 0 marks.
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Special Cases:
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If more than one option is correct: 2 marks awarded to those who selected any correct option.
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If all options are correct: 2 marks awarded to all who attempted.
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If a question is wrong or dropped: 2 marks awarded to all who attempted.
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💡 Tip: Always choose the most appropriate option since there’s no negative marking.
Check out the detailed Syllabus here
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