UGC NET June 2025 Notice: Exam Pattern, Eligibility & Application

NTA has started registration for UGC NET June 2025 exam. The last date for application is 7th May 2025. 

UGC NET June 2025 exams will be conducted from 21st to 30th June 2025. 

And the result is expected to be out in the 2nd Week of July 2025. 

In this article, we have covered all important information related to UGC NET June 2024 dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus, application process, contact information and more. 

UGC-NET is a national-level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). 

The University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) is an important exam for those who wish to become Assistant Professors or pursue a Ph.D. in Indian colleges and universities. 

This exam also helps identify candidates for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).

UGC-NET is held to:

UGC NET June 2025 Categories:

Depending on your performance, you can qualify under three categories:

What Happens After the Exam?

If You Qualify for Assistant Professor

You are eligible to apply for Assistant Professor roles in Indian colleges and universities

Recruitment is based on UGC rules and the hiring policy of each university

If You Qualify for Ph.D. Admission Only

Your UGC NET score will be accepted in place of a university-level entrance test

Admission depends on:

70% weightage: NET score

30% weightage: Interview or viva-voce conducted by the university

Your score remains valid for 1 year for Ph.D. admissions

If You Qualify for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)

You are eligible for a monthly research fellowship funded by UGC

The JRF is valid for 3 years from the date of the award letter

If you already joined a Ph.D., your fellowship starts from the result declaration or joining date (whichever is later)

You must join a university, IIT, or national institution for full-time research

Additional Opportunities

PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings) may use UGC NET scores for recruitment

Central and State Universities often give preference to UGC NET-qualified candidates in research projects, assistantships, and teaching assignments

Let us now look at the important details for UGC NET June 2025 notice: 

UGC NET June 2025 Important Dates

UGC NET June 2025 Qualification

JRF Eligibility and Validity

• JRF-qualified candidates can apply for research positions in top institutions. 
• Their admission will still depend on a separate interview by the university.

Ph.D Eligibility and Validity

• For Ph.D. admission (without JRF), NET marks will carry 70% weight, and interview marks will carry 30%.
• These NET marks will remain valid for 1 year for Ph.D. admissions (without JRF).

UGC NET Results

• UGC NET results will be provided in percentiles. 
• For subjects with multiple exam shifts, marks will be normalized using the Equi-percentile method.

Fellowships Offered

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will offer the following fellowships to select reserved category candidates:

1. National Fellowship for SC students (NFSC)
2. National Fellowship for OBC students (NFOBC)
3. National Fellowship for Persons with Disabilities (NFPwD)

Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme UGC NET June 2025

Examination Pattern (UGC NET June 2025)

Marking Scheme

All Unattempted questions get no marks. 

If a question is found incorrect and dropped, 2 marks will be given to those who attempted it

Subjects and Syllabus

There are 85 subjects to choose from. 

Select the one that matches your post-graduation subject.

Syllabus for all subjects can be downloaded from: https://www.ugcnetonline.in/syllabus-new.php

Medium of Question Paper

Available in English and Hindi (except for language subjects).

Once the medium is selected in the application form, it cannot be changed.

In case of confusion, the English version of a question will be considered final.

This exam opens the door to academic and research careers in India. 

It ensures only the most capable candidates are chosen for teaching and research roles. 

Make sure you carefully select your subject, follow the syllabus, and understand the exam format. 

Always refer to the official NTA and UGC websites for the latest updates.

UGC NET June 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Read our detailed article here for UGC NET eligibility criteria. 

Documents Required Before You Apply

• Keep these ready in digital format (scanned copy or clear photo):
• Passport size photograph (10KB to 200KB, white background, 80% face visible)
• Signature (4KB to 30KB, in running handwriting with blue/black pen)
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• EWS/PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Post-Graduation mark sheet or degree
• Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.)
• Your own email ID and mobile number (used for all future communication)

Step-by-Step Process to Apply – UGC NET June 2025

Step 1: Online Registration

• Visit the official website: https://ugcnetjun2025.ntaonline.in/
• Register using your own mobile number and email ID.
• Note the system-generated Application Number.

Step 2: Fill the Online Application Form

• Enter personal details (name, date of birth, parents’ names).
• Choose your subject for the exam and four preferred exam cities.
• Provide educational details (PG degree, marks, year of passing).
• Upload your photograph and signature in the correct format.

Step 3: Pay the Exam Fee

• Use Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
• Save the payment receipt and take a printout.

Final Submission

• Your application will be considered complete only after:
• Filling all the details correctly
• Uploading the photo and signature
• Successful payment of fee
• After this, a Confirmation Page will be generated. 
• Download and keep at least 4 copies for future reference.

UGC NET 2025 Application Fee

• General (unreserved): Rs. 1150/-
• General-EWS (Economically Weaker Section) and OBC NCL (Non-Creamy Layer): Rs. 600/-
• SC, ST, Third Gender and PwD: Rs. 325/-

Things to Remember

• Only one application is allowed per candidate. 
• Multiple applications will be rejected.
• Make sure all details (name, date of birth, subject, exam cities, etc.) are correct and final.
• No changes can be made after the correction window closes.
• If your payment is successful but the Confirmation Page is not generated, contact your bank/payment gateway.
• Keep your email and SMS notifications active. 
• NTA will send important updates there.
• Download and install the Sandes app as an additional way to receive NTA updates.

UGC NET June 2025 Admit Card

• Admit cards will be available before the exam on the NTA website.
• Admit cards will not be sent by post.
• If there is any error in your admit card (name, photo, etc.), contact NTA immediately.

NTA Contact Information

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Since 2013, we have helped more than 300 students crack UGC NET JRF, many of whom are now full-time professors in India’s top universities such as JNU, DU, BHU and others.

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