Apply online for UGC NET, NTA UGC NET June 2025 Examination. Get complete details including eligibility, dates, syllabus, application fee, and step-by-step guide. Published by Sarkari Vigyaapan.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous and premier testing organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Established to conduct transparent, efficient, and internationally benchmarked assessments, NTA has emerged as the nodal body for conducting entrance and eligibility examinations across the country. One of its key responsibilities is organizing the UGC NET (University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test) twice every year for determining the eligibility of Indian nationals for:
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
Assistant Professor positions in Indian universities and colleges.
The UGC NET is a highly prestigious examination that has enabled lakhs of aspirants to pursue a career in teaching and research. With robust procedures and digital integration, NTA ensures fair and timely assessments to uphold academic excellence.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | April 16, 2025 |
| Online Application Start | April 16, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | May 08, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | May 08, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Application Fees
Category | Application Fee |
General | ₹1150/- |
OBC/EWS | ₹600/- |
SC/ST/PH | ₹325/- |
Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
Correction Charges | Correction Date 09/10 May, 2025 |
Fees must be paid online. Sarkari Vigyaapan recommends keeping a payment receipt for future reference.
NTA UGC NET June 2025 Online Form Age Limit (as on June 01, 2025)
JRF: Not more than 30 years
Assistant Professor: No upper age limit
Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third gender candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per government norms.
Name of the Posts/Vacancies
Please refer the Official Notification
Eligibility Criteria
Assistant Professor (AP): Qualifying the UGC NET makes candidates eligible for applying to AP posts in Indian higher education institutions.
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Qualifiers become eligible for research fellowships offered by universities/colleges/institutes.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (for General/EWS) and 50% marks (for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Transgender).
Final-year postgraduates can also apply provisionally.
Recognized subjects include but are not limited to: Political Science, History, Education, Law, Management, Computer Science, Commerce, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Environmental Science, and over 80 other disciplines.
Educational Qualification: Please refer the official website
Salary/Perks & Pay Scale:
For Assistant Professor:
Entry-level salary: Rs. 57,700 – Rs. 1,82,400 (Pay Level 10)
Includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA)
For JRF Qualified Candidates:
Rs. 31,000/month for initial 2 years
Rs. 35,000/month after evaluation (for next 3 years)
Contingency grants and HRA applicable as per university norms
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Step-by-Step Application Process:
Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Click on the “Apply for UGC NET June 2025” link
Register using your email ID and mobile number
Fill in personal, academic, and contact details
Upload scanned photograph, signature, and relevant certificates (if applicable)
Pay the application fee through your preferred online mode
Submit and download the confirmation page for future use
Frequently Asked Questions
🧾 What is UGC NET?
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a national-level examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC). It is held twice every year (June and December) for determining the eligibility of Indian nationals for the following:
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) – for pursuing research in Indian universities and institutions.
Assistant Professor – for teaching positions in Indian universities and colleges.
📚 Purpose of UGC NET
UGC NET is a gateway to academic careers and research opportunities. Qualifying this exam enables candidates to:
Apply for faculty positions in higher education institutions
Secure JRF grants to conduct Ph.D. or M.Phil. level research
Gain preference in academic and government-funded research projects
🏛️ Conducting Authority
Since 2018, the exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in computer-based test (CBT) format. Earlier, the exam was conducted by CBSE and UGC itself.
🎯 Key Features
Covers 83 subjects, including Humanities, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Law, and Management
Conducted in multiple Indian languages
Candidates are tested in Paper I (Teaching & Research Aptitude) and Paper II (Subject-specific knowledge)
📈 Career Benefits of UGC NET
Assistant Professor salaries start from INR 57,700/month + perks
JRF fellowship offers INR 31,000–35,000/month for 5 years
UGC NET certification is valid for life for Assistant Professor eligibility
JRF is valid for 3 years for admission into research programs