UGC NTA NET December 2025: Result (OUT), Final Answer Key (Released), Cut Off, Syllabus & Pattern

University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test 2026 ( UGC NET )

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Updated on Feb 5, 2026 01:51 IST
The NTA announced the UGC NET Result, Cut Off, Final Answer Key for the December session at ugcnet.nta.nic.in on February 4, 2026. The exam was held from December 31 to January 7, 2026. The analysis is also provided here. Scroll down for more details about the UGC NET 2025 Dec session.

The UGC NET 2025 December session Result, Cut Off marks and final answer key released on February 4 at ugcent.nta.nic.in. The exam was held from December 31 to January 7. Scroll down for more details about the NTA UGC NET 2025 exam including exam analysis, city slip, admit card, recruitment process, notification pdf, answer key, result, cut off and more.

NTA UGC NET 2025

UGC NET Dec 2025

The National Testing Agency has released the UGC NET Result, Cut Off marks and final answer key 2025 for the December session on February 4.  The UGC NET final answer key was released subject-wise in the form of PDF. The exam was held from December 31 to January 7, 2026. The representations were reviewed by the subject experts and based on it the final answer key and UGC NET result has been declared. The date-wise UGC NET analysis for the December session is also provided below based on the feedback of the students. 

The notification PDF for the December session was released on October 7. The application dates were October 7 to November 7. Candidates can download their notification and apply online link is also provided below. The NTA UGC NET exam is conducted twice in June and December in a year. Scroll down for more information regarding the exam including, notification, application form, eligibility criteria, pattern, syllabus, admit card details, answer key, result, cutoff and more.

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Table of contents
  • UGC NET 2025 Exam Overview
  • UGC NET 2025 Important Dates
  • UGC NET 2025 Result OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 Cut Off
  • UGC NET 2025 Final Answer Key OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 Provisional Answer Key OUT
  • Method To Use UGC NET 2025 Answer Key And Response Sheet
  • UGC NET 2025 Dec Session Exam Analysis OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 Dec Exam Analysis (January 6, Shift 1)
  • UGC NET 2025 Dec Exam Analysis (January 5, Shift 1)
  • UGC NET 2025-26 January 3 Exam Analysis (Shift 1): Student Reactions & Topics Asked
  • UGC NET 2025-26 January 2 Exam Analysis (Shift 1): Student Reactions & Topics Asked
  • UGC NET 2025 Dec Exam Analysis (Dec 31, Shift 1)
  • UGC NET 2025 Admit Card OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 City Intimation Slip OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 Dec Subject-Wise Schedule OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 Application Correction Facility
  • What Are The Changes Allowed in UGC NET Application Form 2025?
  • UGC NET Dec 2025 Notification OUT
  • UGC NET 2025 Application Form Released
  • Eligibility Criteria
  • What Is The UGC NET 2025 Reservation Policy?
  • Exam Pattern
  • UGC NET 2025 Syllabus
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UGC NET 2025 Exam Overview 

Candidates can check below the overview of the NTA UGC NET exam in the table:

Exam Particulars

Exam Details

Exam Name

UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test)

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Exam Level

National

Exam Frequency

Twice a year

Mode of Exam

Online

Exam Fees

  • INR 1,150 for the General category
  • INR 600 for OBC
  • INR 325 for SC/ ST/ PwD

Exam Duration

180 minutes

Exam Time

  • Shift 1 - 09:00 am to 12:00 noon
    Shift 2 - 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm

No. of Papers and Total Marks

  • Paper-1: 100 marks
  • Paper-2: 200 marks

Total Questions

50 MCQs in Paper 1 and 100 MCQs in Paper 2

Marking Scheme

  • +2 for each correct answer
  • No negative marking for incorrect answer

Language/Medium of Exam

English and Hindi

No. of Test Cities

More than 250

Official Website & Helpline No.

  • https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in
  • 011-69227700
  • 011-40759000
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the UGC NET City Intimation Slip or City Slip?
A: 

The UGC NET City Intimation Slip or City Slip is a document released by the NTA to inform candidates about the city where the exam center is located. Basically, it is not the admit card but provides advance information to help candidates make travel arrangements in advance.

Q:   Is the UGC NET 2026 June admit card released for all the exam dates?
A: 

No. The NTA will release the UGC NET 2026 June session admit card for all exam dates few days prior to the exam date. Candidates will be able to download their UGC NET 2026 admit card by using their login credentials. The details mentioned on the UGC NET admit card are the name of the candidate, roll number, application number, exam date and time, exam centre address, etc. 

Q:   Where will the UGC NET 2026 syllabus be released?
A: 

Candidates can check the UGC NET syllabus at ugcnetonline.in. It will be released along with the notification. The Paper 1 includes topics on teaching aptitude, research, development, environment, and more. Paper 2 is subject-specific. A thorough understanding of the NTA NET syllabus is important for all the candidates aiming to clear the exam. It is important to appear for both papers to qualify for the NET exam.

UGC NET 2025 Important Dates

Scroll down to know the UGC NET important dates

 Events  Dec Session Dates
UGC NET Application Form 7-Oct-2025 to 7-Nov-2025
Last date for submission of examination fee (through Credit Card/debit Card/Net Banking/UPI) 7-Nov-2025
UGC NET Application Correction Window 10-Nov-2025 to 12-Nov-2025
UGC NET City Slip

20-Dec-2025

UGC NET Admit Card 27-Dec-2025
UGC NET Exam 31-Dec-2025 to 7-Jan-2026
UGC NET Provisional Answer key 14-Jan-2026
UGC NET Final Answer Key 04-Feb-2026
UGC NET Result 4-Feb-2026
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UGC NET 2025 Result OUT

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the Dec session result. Candidates can access the UGC NET result via candidates' login credentials. The result consists of the individual scores secured by the candidate. Candidates can check below the methods to download the scorecard/result:

  • Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
  • Click on the UGC NET result link 
  • Fill out the application number and date of birth
  • Fill out the security pin as shown on the screen 
  • Click on the submit button 
  • The result will appear on the screen 
  • Download and save it for later use

Download here UGC NET Dec Result 2025: Check Here

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How do I check UGC NET cutoff 2026 for History subject?
A: 

Open the official website of NTA, find the "UGC NET Cut Off" link, now select History and choose the session of that particular year. The UGC NET cut-off marks will be displayed to download. 

Q:   Where will the UGC NET Cut Off be released?
A: 

The UGC NET 2026 Cut off for the June session will be released at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. It is the minimum qualifying marks required by the student to clear the exam. The Cutoff PDF has been released along with the result.

UGC NET 2025 Cut Off

The NTA/UGC released the NTA UGC NET exam cutoff marks along with the release of the result for the December session. The cutoff has been released in the form of a PDF and consists of the percentile-wise and percentage-wise cut-off marks for the several subjects.

UGC NET 2025 Dec Cut off PDF: Download Here 

Direct Link: UGC NET 2025 June Cut off PDF

UGC NET 2025 Final Answer Key OUT

The NTA released the Final Answer key on the official portal at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. 

How to check UGC NET 2025 Dec Final Answer key?

Candidates can check their Final Answer Key below for the December session below.

  • Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
  • Click on Final Answer Key link on the homepage
  • A new PDF file will open.
  • Check the final answer key and download the page.
  • Keep a hard copy of the same

Direct Link: UGC NET 2025 Dec Final Answer Key

UGC NET 2025 Provisional Answer Key OUT

The authority released the UGC NET provisional answer key for the Dec session exams along with the question paper with recorded responses on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in on January 14, 2026. The NTA also invites objections against the provisional answer key if the candidates find any discrepancy in the answer key. After the scrutiny by the expert panel of the objections, the final answer key and result will be released.

As per the official notice, the candidates who are not satisfied with the provisional answer key(s), may challenge the same by paying a non-refundable processing fee of INR 200 per question challenged. The last date for fee payment is January 17, 2026. The payment of the processing fee may be made through (through Credit Card/ Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI Payment Modes till 17th January 2026 (upto 11:50 p.m.). No challenge will be entertained without receipt of the processing fee. The Challenges will not be accepted through any other mode. 

Also, challenges made by the candidates will be verified by the panel of subject experts. If the challenge of any candidate is found correct, the Answer Key will be revised and applied in the response of all the candidates accordingly. Based on the revised Final Answer Key, the result will be prepared and declared. No individual candidate will be informed about the acceptance/non-acceptance of his/her challenge. The key finalized by the experts after the challenge will be final.

Candidates can check below the methods to download the answer key:

  • Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
  • Click on the answer key link the NTA UGC NET exam
  • Fill out the application number and date of birth
  • Fill out the security pin as shown on the screen 
  • Click on the submit button 
  • The answer key will appear on the screen 
  • Download and save it for later use

Direct Link: UGC NET 2025 Provisional Answer Key Dec: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/answer-key-challenge-for-ugc-net-december-2025-is-live/

Method To Use UGC NET 2025 Answer Key And Response Sheet

Candidates can use their response sheet and the answer key to calculate their probable scores secured in the exam. Check below the steps to calculate the scores:

  • Compare the response sheet with the answer key
  • In the response sheet, mark the correct answers
  • Now, count the total number of correct answers in paper 1 and Paper 2
  • Multiply the total by 2
  • The UGC NET result will be the total marks secured in the exam

UGC NET 2025 Dec Session Exam Analysis OUT

The NTA is conducting the UGC NET 2025 Dec session exam at various centres across the country. Analsyis is provided here based on the reactions of the students. Candidates can go throw in detail day and shift-wise exam analysis below after the completion of each shift.

UGC NET 2025 Dec Exam Analysis (January 6, Shift 1) 

As per the student reactions, the Paper 1 of shift 1 is Easy. Some of the students felt it as Easy to Moderate. Paper 1 was calculation based. DI was easy. Reading Comprehension was easy.

Topics asked are:

  • Learning (Assertion Reasoning)
  • File extension (Match the following)
  • Wildlife Conversation
  • Connotation Dec
  • Standard Hypo testing
  • Average
  • Project Method
  • Inter personal Communication
  • Binomial distribution
  • Variation
  • Reflection
  • Standard Deviation
  • Communication (Models) (Match the following)
  • Binary Number
  • Newspaper order
  • Scholar Ancient University (Match the following)
  • University Order Post Independence (Match the following)
  • Noise Level (Db)
  • HE-Sanskar
  • NEC
  • Email
  • Square of opposition
  • Environment Protection Act
  • Indian Logic
  • Vice Chancellor
  • Kothari Commission
  • Chinese Scholars
  • Variable
  • E portfolio, etc.

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UGC NET 2025-26 Exam Analysis January 2

UGC NET 2025 Exam Analysis Dec 31

UGC NET 2025 Dec Exam Analysis (January 5, Shift 1) 

As per the students' Paper 1 of Shift 1 is Easy to Moderate. DI in Paper 1 was easy. English Paper 2 was Difficult and lengthy. Paper 2 was out of syllabus in English. 

Topics asked are in Paper 1:

  • Shannon-Weaver
  • AICTE
  • NAAC
  • Ql/Qn
  • Number series
  • Excel
  • Protocol
  • P-Value
  • Environment Summit
  • CI and SI
  • Types of evaluation
  • Average
  • Levels of Teaching
  • Environmental Protection (Chronology)
  • Research method
  • NEP (Assertion & Reasoning), etc.

UGC NET 2025-26 January 3 Exam Analysis (Shift 1): Student Reactions & Topics Asked

As per the students' Paper 1 of Shift 1 is Easy to Moderate. Chronology was also asked.

Topics asked are:

  • Validity
  • IL (hetabhyaas)
  • GHG
  • Qn/Ql
  • DI was easy
  • Fallacy formal
  • SOO
  • Conversion
  • Informal Fallacy
  • ICT (Malware, Hacking, Phishing, etc.)
  • Bits
  • App
  • LAN
  • Argument, etc.

UGC NET 2025-26 January 2 Exam Analysis (Shift 1): Student Reactions & Topics Asked

As per the students' Paper 1 was Moderate some students felt Assertion & Reasoning part was difficult. Indian Logic questions were asked more. Also, some students felt that the Paper 1 was easy. DI was easy and calculative. RC was also easy. 

In Paper 2 assertion reasoning questions were asked more. It was Moderate. It was lengthy.

Topics asked:

  • Formal Fallacy
  • Hydro power
  • Type of Validity
  • Number series (1 Question)
  • Blooms Taxonomy
  • Black foot syndrome
  • Input out put devise
  • Hydropower
  • NEP
  • Sampling (Matching question asked in which situations were given)
  • RAM/ROM
  • Group Communication
  • Ratio
  • Python programming language
  • Operating System
  • Input/output device
  • USB
  • Swayam Year
  • Teaching Modal, Post teaching
  • Chronology (TV, Radio, Newspaper)
  • Volatile Memory
  • Protocol
  • NAAC GEC (MTC)
  • USB fulform
  • Function of councils
  • Validity of Argument
  • External Validity
  • Friction
  • Film Sequence, etc.

UGC NET 2025 Dec Exam Analysis (Dec 31, Shift 1) 

As per the students feedback, the overall difficulty level of the UGC NET Dec 31 Shift 1 exam is Moderate.

Topics asked in Paper 1 are:

  • Syllogism- Mode & Fig
  • Square of opposition
  • NCRF, ABC
  • Number series
  • Green House Gas effect
  • DI, Table (21-15) related to admission
  • Film City
  • Traditional Square of opposition
  • Commission
  • DI asked Ratio Based, etc.

UGC NET 2025 Admit Card OUT

The UGC NET 2025 admit card released by the authority on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in for exam date December 31 and January 2. It is accessible only through the candidates' login. It comprises the details, including exam venue, shift timing, etc. Candidates can download the admit card by the method as mentioned below:

  • Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in

  • Click on the ‘Download Admit Card for UGC-NET Dec 2025' link

  • Log in using the 'Application Number', 'Date of Birth', and 'Security Pin'

  • Download the hall tikcet 

  • Take the printout for future use

Direct link to download UGC NET 2025 Admit Card (Dec 31 & Jan 2)

UGC NET 2025 City Intimation Slip OUT

The authority published the UGC NET advance city intimation slip 2025 for all exam dates on the official website. It will help candidates to know about the exam city allotted for the exam to the candidate. By knowing the exam city in advance, candidates can make travel arrangements if required to the exam city. Scroll down to know the methods to check the City Intimation Slip:

  • Open the official website 
  • Click on the UGC NET city intimation slip link 
  • Fill out the details- application number and date of birth 
  • Now also fill out the security pin as shown on the screen 
  • Click on the submit button 
  • The city intimation slip will appear on the screen 

Direct Link to download UGC NET Dec City Slip 2025

Note: The candidate must not mistake the city slip for the hall ticket/admit card. The city slip can only give information about the exam city in advance. 

UGC NET 2025 Dec Subject-Wise Schedule OUT

The schedule for the December session was released. Candidates can check below the subject-wise exam schedule for the Dec session.

UGC NET 2025 Dec Session Schedule PDF: Download Here 

UGC NET 2025 Application Correction Facility

Candidates who wanted to edit their application form can follow the methods provided below to make corrections to the NTA UGC NET application form:

  • Open ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
  • Click the ‘Correction Window of Online Application form …’ link
  • Login via using the application number, password, and security pin
  • Click on the ‘Correction in application form’ link
  • Read the instructions properly and click on the agreement box
  • Make the required corrections
  • Pay the additional fee, if any
  • Save and submit the form

UGC NET 2025 Correction Link Direct Link

What Are The Changes Allowed in UGC NET Application Form 2025? 

Candidates can edit certain sections of the application form. The changes which are not allowed in the application form are given below:

UGC NET 2025 Application Correction

 

 

For Candidates who have verified AADHAR

No change allowed in Candidate’s Name, Gender, Photo & Signature, Mobile Number, Email Address, Permanent & Correspondence Address, Exam City.

Change is allowed in Date of Birth, Category,

Father’s Name & Mother’s Name only.

 

 

For Candidates who have not used Aadhar for modification

No change allowed in Candidate’s Name, Gender, Photo & Signature, Mobile Number, Email Address, Permanent & Correspondence Address, Exam City.

Change is allowed in Date of Birth, Category,

Father’s Name & Mother’s Name only.

UGC NET Dec 2025 Notification OUT

The NTA released the UGC NET notification for the December session on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The notification was announced as a PDF comprising the details of the exam including the registration dates, application process, eligibility, pattern, etc. Candidates can download the notification for the Dec cycle by following manner:

  • Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
  • Click on the UGC NET notification link 
  • The notification will appear on the screen 
  • Download tthe PDF and save it for later use

UGC NET Dec Cycle Notification 2025 PDF: Download Here

Also Read: UGC NET 2025 History Question Paper: Check Analysis, Previous Years PDF Link & More

UGC NET 2025 Application Form Released

The NTA released the application form for the December session on the official website. Candidates are required to pay the fee to submit the UGC NET application form. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam. 

How To Apply For UGC NET 2025 Dec Session?

Candidates can check below the methods to apply for the Dec session:

  • Visit the website- ugcnet.nta.nic.in
  • Click on the ‘Application form’ link mentioned at the bottom of the home page
  • Click on the ‘New Registration’
  • Enter the required details and complete the registration
  • Fill out the complete application form
  • Upload scanned pictures of passport size photo (10-200 kb) and signature (4-30 kb). Both images should be in JPEG format
  • Pay the application fee (Gen - INR 1150; OBC/EWS - INR 600; SC/ST/PwD/ Transgender - INR 325)
  • Save and submit the form
  • Download the confirmation page

What Is The UGC NET 2025 Application Fee?

The application fee for the NTA UGC NET is divided into categories. Scroll down the category-wise application fees for the exam has been given below in the table:

UGC NET Application Fee 2025
General/Unreserved Category INR 1150
OBC INR 600
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender  INR 375

What Are The Challenges Candidates Faced While Submitting The UGC NET Application?

Candidates face challenges while submitting the form every year. Some of the challenges faced by the candidates are mentioned below so that they can check them accordingly.

Uploading Photograph & Signature: Candidates faces problems while uploading their photographs and signatures after multiple attempts. 

OTP problem: It also happens that after mentioning the personal details, candidates don't get the OTP and automated registration number. 

Automatic Change in the Application Form After Submission: The particulars filled in by the candidates are automatically changed after the submission of the application form. 

Multiple Payments: The candidates are facing while making payments for the NTA NET application.

Candidates can also check the solutions for the challenges that the candidates faced while submitting the application form below:

Check the speed of the internet: It is advised that candidates should use fast internet or shall wait for a few days to fill out the application form because lakhs of candidates fill the application form at once and so server crash problem occurred.

Change in Application Particulars: It is also advised to the candidates to check the application form thoroughly before submitting the application form. If the application form is submitted by the candidate, then he or she has to wait for the correction window to make corrections if required to the application form.

Photograph & Signature: Candidates should check the dimensions and the size of the photograph and signature before uploading it because the platform accepts the photograph and signature in a given range of sizes and formats. If the size and format are correct, then the candidates are advised to wait for some time, as it will be a server error due to the slow speed of the Internet or a server crash due to high traffic.

Multiple Payment: Candidates are also advised to make several payments for the NTA UGC NET application form. After making the payment, the candidate should keep the receipt of the payment and wait for 72 hours. If the payment status is not successful within the time limit, then mail the problem to the NTA UGC NET help desk, explaining the problem in brief, and attach the payment receipt from your bank in the mail. 

Eligibility Criteria

It is important for the candidates to check their NTA NET eligibility criteria to appear for the exam. Those candidates who will not fulfill the this criteria for the exam will not be able to sit in the exam. The eligibility criteria is categorised into three parts: (i) Nationality; (ii) Educational Eligibility; (iii) Age limit. Check in detail about it: 

Nationality 

Nationality plays a crucial role as an eligibility criterion exam because only Indian citizens can take part in the exam. Citizens from other countries can not apply for the exam. Also, candidates who are residing in other countries but are citizens of India can apply for the exam. It is important to prove Indian citizenship for the candidates who are residing in other countries with proper documentation. 

Also Read: UGC NET Last Minute Preparation Tips 2025

UGC NET 2025 Educational criteria

Candidates who possess a master's degree can apply for the exam. Scroll down for complete educational qualification details:

Candidates should have completed their post-graduation from a UGC-recognised college/university. Minimum marks for General Category is 55% and for reserved categories including SC/ST/OBC/PwD is 50% marks. 

A relaxation of five per cent in educational qualification is given to reserved category candidates

Candidates who have cleared the State Eligibility Test (SET) before June 1, 2002, are exempted from taking the exam

Also Read: UGC NET EWS Certificate

UGC NET 2025 Age Limit As Of 1/06/2025

In the exam, there is no upper age limit to appear for the professorship exam, whereas for the post of JRF (Junior Research Fellowship), the candidates must be below or equal to 30 years of age. Also, the candidate must fulfill the other criteria as well to appear for the exam. The details of the age limit criteria are provided below:

  • Candidates should not be more than 30 years of age to be eligible for NET JRF as of June 1, 2025
  • There is no age restriction to applying for the post of Assistant Professor
  • A relaxation of five years in age criteria is given to reserved category candidates

What Is The UGC NET 2025 Reservation Policy?

As per the Government of India rule, the reservation policy is applicable to the UGC NTA NET exam. According to this only, the seats are reserved in the central universities and institutes that are deemed to be universities. The reservation of seats is provided below:

Category Reservation of seats (In %)
Scheduled Castes (SC) 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7.5
Other Backward Classes (OBC) Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) 2.7
General-Economically Weaker Sections (General- EWS) 10
Persons with Disability (PwD) with 40 per cent or more disability 4

Exam Pattern

The NTA UGC NET exam has two papers, namely Paper 1 and Paper 2. The duration of the exam is three hours. Both papers contain objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). A total of 150 questions are given to the candidates, combining paper 1 and paper 2. The exam does not have a negative marking scheme. Check below the NTA UGC NET exam pattern:

UGC NET Paper

Number of Questions

Marks

Paper 1

50 

100

Paper 2

100 

200

Total

150 

300

Also Read: UGC NET Vs CSIR NET: Know Differences & Similarities

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UGC NET 2025 Syllabus 

The syllabus is prescribed by the UGC. It is divided into Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 is a general paper that is the same or equivalent for all the candidates who are preparing for the exam. It consists of the questions from the quantitative, research, teaching aptitude, and more. Whereas Paper 2 is subject-specific, it comprises questions from the subject that was chosen by the candidates while submitting the application form. The Dec session exam will be conducted for 85 subjects.

Syllabus (Paper 1)

Paper 1 comprises 50 questions from 10 units, and total marks are 100, or Paper 1 holds a weightage of 100 marks.

  • Teaching Aptitude
    • Teaching: Concept, Objectives, Levels of teaching, Characteristics, and requirements.
    • Learner’s characteristics: Adolescent and adult learners, Individual differences.
    • Factors affecting teaching: Teacher, Learner, Support material, Instructional facilities, Learning environment, Institution.
    • Methods of teaching in higher learning institutions: Teacher-centered vs. Learner-centered, offline vs. online methods.
    • Teaching Support System: Traditional, Modern, and ICT-based.
    • Evaluation Systems: Elements, Types, Evaluation in Choice Based Credit System, Computer-based Testing, Innovations
  • Research Aptitude
    • Research: Meaning, Types, Characteristics, Positivism, Post-positivist approach.
    • Methods of Research: Experimental, Descriptive, Historical, Qualitative, Quantitative.
    • Steps of Research.
    • Thesis and Article writing: Format, referencing.
    • Application of ICT in research.
    • Research ethics
  • Comprehension
    • Questions based on a given passage
  • Communication
    • Communication: Meaning, types, characteristics.
    • Effective communication: Verbal, Non-verbal, Intercultural, group communications, Classroom Communication.
    • Barriers to Effective Communication.
    • Mass-Media and Society.
  • Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
    • Types of Reasoning.
    • Number series, Letter series, Codes, Relationships.
    • Mathematical Aptitude: Fraction, Time and Distance, Ratio, Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Interest, Discounting, Averages.
  • Logical Reasoning
    • Structure of Arguments.
    • Deductive and Inductive Reasoning.
    • Venn Diagram.
    • Indian Logic
  • Data Interpretation
    • Sources, Acquisition, Classification of Data.
    • Quantitative and Qualitative Data.
    • Graphical Representation
    • Data and Governance
  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
    • ICT: General Abbreviations.
    • Basics of Internet, Intranet, E-mail, Audio and Video-conferencing.
    • Digital Initiatives in Higher Education.
    • ICT and Governance
  • People, Development, and Environment
    • Development and Environment: Millennium Development, Sustainable Development goals.
    • Human and Environment Interaction: Anthropogenic activities, impacts on the environment.
    • Environmental Issues: Air pollution, Water pollution, Soil pollution, Noise pollution, Waste, Climate change, Socio-Economic and Political dimensions.
    • Impacts of pollutants on human health.
    • Natural and Energy Resources: Solar, Wind, Soil, Hydro, Geothermal, Biomass, Nuclear, Forests.
    • Natural Hazards and Disasters: Mitigation strategies.
    • Environmental Protection Act, National Action Plan on Climate Change, International agreements/efforts
  • Higher Education System
    • Institutions of Higher Learning and Education in Ancient India.
    • Evolution of Higher Learning and Research in Post-Independence India.
    • Oriental, Conventional, and Non-Conventional Learning Programs
    • Professional, Technical, and Skill-Based Education
    • Value Education and Environmental Education
    • Policies, Governance, and Administration

Also Read: How to prepare for UGC NET in 1 month?

UGC NET 2025 Syllabus (Paper 2) Code-Wise

Candidates can check below the Syllabus of Paper 2 code-wise. A candidate can choose the subject for paper 2 of his or her post-graduation or a related subject. Click on the link of the PDF to check the Paper 2 syllabus for all 85 subjects.

Subject Code Subjects Download PDF in English Download PDF in Hindi

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General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (Paper -I) Download PDF Download PDF
1 Economics / Rural Economics /Co-operation / Demography / Development Planning/ Development Studies / Econometrics/ Applied Economics/Development Eco./Business Economics Download PDF Download PDF
2 Political Science Download PDF Download PDF
3 Philosophy Download PDF Download PDF
4 Psychology Download PDF  Download PDF
5 Sociology Download PDF Download PDF
6 History Download PDF Download PDF
7 Anthropology Download PDF Download PDF
8 Commerce Download PDF Download PDF
9 Education Download PDF Download PDF
10 Social Work Download PDF Download PDF
11 Defence and Strategic Studies Download PDF Download PDF
12 Home Science Download PDF Download PDF
14 Public Administration Download PDF Download PDF
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No. Once the admit card is released, candidate will not be able to change the exam centre in any circumstances. The exam centre mentioned on the hall ticket is final. Also, the assigned exam centre is based on the choices of the candidate made during the application process and can not be modified l

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Ishita Kaur

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No. A candidate will not receive the UGC NET City Intimation Slip by post. The authority will release the City slip on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Candidates required their login credentials to download the city slip including the application number and date of birth.

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Virajita Shukla

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Yes. It is important for a candidate to carry the UGC NET admit card to the examination centre. Without it, candidate will not be allowed to sit in the exam. It consists of the details like name of a candidate, photograph, shift, reporting time, exam day instructions, etc.

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Shikha Goyal

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Answered Yesterday

If in case candidate find any discrepancy in the UGC NET admit card for the June session then he or she must contact the NTA via helpline numbers 011-40759000 during the working hours or email them. 

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Kritika Sharma

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Answered Yesterday

The UGC NET admit card for the June session 2026 will be released around four days prior to the examination date. It will be released on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. 

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Nitesh Pruthi

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Answered 6 days ago

The behavior of the MCAM staff is very inappropriate and disrespectful. They often use offensive language and insult students. Such behavior is unacceptable in an educational institution. I request the authorities to look into this matter and take appropriate action to ensure a respectful environmen

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Patel Devik

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 6 days ago

No, it is not right. Professors, staff, and principals should behave respectfully because they guide students and help build the future of society. If they use abusive language, insult others, or spread hatred, it creates a negative environment and sets a bad example for students. Therefore, such be

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Patel Devik

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Answered a week ago

Yes, IIT Hyderabad does accept UGC NET scores to decide admissions to the PhD courses. Several IIT Hyderabad departments also accept the GATE scores as well to decide the PhD admissions of candidates.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Candidates can check below the methods to make corrections if required in the UGC NET application or registration form:

  • Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
  • Login using the application number and password
  • Click on the link/button available for the application form correction
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Manisha Singh

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The NTA has not yet released the UGC NET 2026 notification and so the application process dates have not been announced for the June session. It is expected that the application is likely to start in April 2026 and the last date for the registration may likely be in May 2026. The authority will also

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