The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for NTA UGC NET June 2025, inviting applications for:
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Eligibility for Assistant Professor
- Admission to Ph.D. programs
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria outlined below can apply online.
Overview of NTA UGC NET
The UGC-NET is a national-level examination that assesses the eligibility of Indian nationals for:
- The award of Junior Research Fellowship
- Appointment as Assistant Professor
- Admission to Ph.D. programs
Key Details of NTA UGC NET June 2025
- Exam Name: NTA UGC NET June 2025
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Exam Level: National
- Mode of Exam: CBT (Computer-Based Test)
- Duration: 180 minutes
- Exam Dates: 21st June 2025 to 30th June 2025
- Test Centres in Assam: Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Sivasagar, Tezpur
- Official Website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Helpline Numbers: 011-40759000 | 011-69227700
- Email: ugcnet@nta.ac.in
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- JRF: Maximum age is 30 years as of 1st June 2025.
Relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, Third Gender, and female applicants. - Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admission: No upper age limit.
Educational Qualification
(a) General/EWS Candidates: Minimum 55% marks in Master’s Degree (without rounding off) in relevant disciplines from UGC-recognized institutions.
(b) OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender Candidates: Minimum 50% marks in Master’s Degree (without rounding off).
(c) Candidates Pursuing Master’s Degree: Those in the final year or awaiting results are eligible to apply provisionally.
(d) 4-Year/8-Semester Bachelor’s Degree Holders:
- Must have at least 75% aggregate marks or equivalent grade.
- Eligible for JRF and Ph.D. admission, but not for Assistant Professor roles based on undergraduate qualification alone.
(e) Final Year Bachelor’s Candidates (4-Year Program):
- Eligible to apply provisionally.
- Must fulfill the UGC Ph.D. admission regulations within the required time frame to retain eligibility.
(f) Subject Flexibility: Candidates with a four-year degree may choose any subject for the NET in which they wish to pursue a Ph.D.
For a full list of subjects and more information, refer to the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1150 |
| EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325 |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official NTA portal. Follow these steps:
- Scroll to the “Important Web-Links” section.
- Click on “Online Application Form.”
- Fill in personal and academic details and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 16th April 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 7th May 2025
- Admit Card Download: 28th December 2024
- Exam Dates: 21st June 2025 – 30th June 2025
Important Web Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q. What is the starting date to apply for NTA UGC NET June 2025?
A. Applications start from 16th April 2025.
Q. What is the last date to apply?
A. The final date to submit applications is 7th May 2025.
Q. When will the NTA UGC NET June 2025 exam be held?
A. The exam will be conducted from 21st June to 30th June 2025.