UGC NET December 2025 Notification Released — Application Form, Dates, and Eligibility @nta.ac.in

October 7, 2025

Updates (4)

CUET (PG) 2026 Registration Deadline Extended, Official NTA Update: Submit Your Application by January 20, 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released an urgent public notice on January 14, 2026, regarding the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG 2026. Following numerous representations from candidates across the country, the NTA has decided to extend the last date for the submission of online application forms to ensure every aspiring student can complete their registration.

📅 CUET PG 2026 Revised Schedule

Event	Revised Date
Last Date for Online Application	20 January 2026 (Up to 11:50 PM)
Last Date for Exam Fee Payment	20 January 2026 (Up to 11:50 PM)
Correction Window Opens	23 January to 25 January 2026

🛠️ CUET PG 2026 Correction Window

Candidates who have already submitted their forms but wish to edit certain details can use the Correction Window available from January 23rd to January 25th. This is the final opportunity to rectify errors in the application form online through the official portal.

How to Apply for CUET PG 2026?

Visit the official NTA CUET PG website: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/.
Click on the CUET (PG) 2026 Registration link on the homepage.
Register using your basic details and generate a login ID/Password.
Fill out the application form, upload documents, and choose your exam city preferences.
Pay the examination fee online via Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI.
Download and save the Confirmation Page for future reference.

NTA Helpdesk: For technical queries, contact 011-40759000 or 011-69227700. You can also email helpdesk-cuetpg@nta.ac.in.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the new last date for CUET PG 2026 registration?

A: The registration deadline has been extended to January 20, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).

Q2: Can I change my exam city during the correction window?

A: Yes, NTA generally allows changes in exam city preferences during the correction window (Jan 23–25, 2026).

Q3: When will the CUET PG 2026 Admit Card be released?

A: The admit cards are expected to be released in late February 2026, following the completion of the correction process.

Jan 15, 2026• by Harvey Singh

Official Schedule for all 85 Subjects | Exam Dates: 31 Dec 2025 - 07 Jan 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the detailed Subject-wise Examination Schedule for the UGC NET December 2025 cycle. Candidates can now check their specific exam date and shift below. Notably, the exam for 31st December 2025 will be held in the Morning Shift only, and there will be no examination on 1st January 2026 due to the New Year holiday.

📅 Important Timings

Shift 1: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Reporting Time: 07:30 AM)
Shift 2: 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM (Reporting Time: 01:30 PM)
City Intimation Slip: Released on 21 Dec 2025.

📊 Complete Subject-Wise Schedule Table

Date	Shift 1 (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM)	Shift 2 (03:00 PM - 06:00 PM)
31 Dec 2025	Law (058), Social Work (010), Telugu (027), Tourism Admin & Mgmt (093), Spanish (040), Prakrit (091), Kashmiri (084), Konkani (085)	No Examination Scheduled
02 Jan 2026	Computer Science & Applications (087), Library & Info Sci (059), Urdu (028), Forensic Sci (082), Bengali (019), Arabic (029), Bodo (094), Human Rights (092)	Sociology (005), Psychology (004), Philosophy (003), Oriya (023), Yoga (100), Punjabi (024), Social Medicine (081), Women Studies (074)
03 Jan 2026	Commerce (008), Sanskrit (025), Santali (095), Criminology (068), Politics/Int. Relations (090), Disaster Mgmt (104), Museology (066)	Geography (080), Education (009), Folk Literature (071), Maithili (018), Indian Culture (050), Persian (042), Comp. Study of Religions (062)
05 Jan 2026	English (030), Sanskrit Traditional (073), Anthropology (007), Adult/Cont Education (046), French (039), Dogri (033), Russian (041), Chinese (032)	History (006), Visual Arts (079), Assamese (036), Tribal/Regional Lang (070), Archaeology (067), Gujarati (037), Rajasthani (043)
06 Jan 2026	Political Science (002), Defence Studies (011), Arab Culture (049), Hindu Studies (102), Nepali (034), Comp. Lit (072), Japanese (045), Sindhi (101)	Hindi (020), Tamil (026), Mass Comm (063), Kannada (021), Malayalam (022), Manipuri (035), Indian Knowledge Systems (103), German (044)
07 Jan 2026	Economics (001), Management (017), Public Admin (014), Population Studies (015), Linguistics (031), Buddhist/Jaina/Peace Studies (060), Ayurveda Biology (105), Pali (083)	Environmental Sci (089), Home Science (012), Physical Education (047), Labour Welfare/HRM (055), Electronic Science (088), Music (016), Marathi (038), Performing Arts (065)

📥 Official Documents & Downloads

Download the official NTA notification for the complete list of 85 subjects.

Download Subject Schedule PDF Download City Intimation Slip

💡 Important Notes for Candidates:

Admit Card Release: Admit cards are typically issued 3 to 4 days before the exam date. For a Jan 2nd exam, expect it by Dec 29th or 30th.
Entry Rules: No candidate will be allowed entry into the examination hall after 08:30 AM (Shift 1) and 02:30 PM (Shift 2).
Correction Facility: The correction window is now closed. Candidates must carry an original Photo ID and the printed Admit Card to the center.

🎯 Boost your score! Check out our UGC NET Solved Previous Year Question Papers for all subjects listed above.

Source: National Testing Agency (NTA) | Last Updated: 21 December 2025

Dec 21, 2025• by Harvey Singh

NTA Public Notice: Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2025 – Advance Intimation of Examination City

The National Testing Agency (NTA), an autonomous organization under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, has issued a Public Notice regarding the upcoming **Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination December- 2025**.

This examination serves as the crucial test to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for the ‘award of Junior Research Fellowship’, ‘appointment as Assistant Professor’, and ‘admission to Ph.D.’ in various subjects.

🗓️ Notice Details: Advance City Intimation Slip

This notice, dated **08 December 2025**, confirms that the NTA has hosted the Advance Intimation Slip for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2025 Examination.

The purpose of the Advance Intimation Slip is solely to inform candidates of the **allotment of their examination city**. This allows candidates to make necessary travel arrangements well in advance of the actual examination date.

Please Note: This document is NOT the Admit Card. The official Admit Card, containing details like the Examination Centre Name, Address, Date, and Shift, will be released later.

⬇️ How to Check and Download the City Intimation Slip

Candidates are advised to check and download their Advance Intimation of Examination City Slip by following these steps:

Visit the official NTA website for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination: https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/.
Look for the link related to the "Advance Intimation of Examination City Slip".
Use the required credentials to log in, which include your Application Number and Date of Birth.
Download and save the Intimation Slip for future reference and for making necessary arrangements.

📞 NTA Support and Further Clarifications

In case any candidate faces difficulty in downloading or checking the Examination City Intimation Slip, they are advised to contact the NTA Helpdesk immediately:

Helpline Number: 011-40759000
Email: csirnet@nta.ac.in

Candidates must regularly visit the official NTA website (www.nta.ac.in) and the Joint CSIR-UGC NET website (https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/) for the latest updates regarding the release of the official Admit Card and the detailed examination schedule.

Dec 09, 2025• by Harvey Singh

UGC NET 2010 Question Papers

Subject	Question Paper Link
Anthropology	Paper II
Anthropology	Paper III
Arabic	Paper II
Arabic	Paper III
Commerce	Paper II
Commerce	Paper III
Computer Science and Applications	Paper II
Computer Science and Applications	Paper III
Economics	Paper II
Economics	Paper III
Education	Paper II
Education	Paper III
English	Paper II
English	Paper III
Environmental Sciences	Paper II
Environmental Sciences	Paper III
Geography	Paper II
Geography	Paper III
Hindi	Paper II
Hindi	Paper III
History	Paper II
History	Paper III
Philosophy	Paper II
Philosophy	Paper III
Political Science	Paper II
Political Science	Paper III
Psychology	Paper II
Psychology	Paper III
Public Administration	Paper II
Public Administration	Paper III
Sociology	Paper II
Sociology	Paper III
Paper I (General)	Paper I

Nov 06, 2025• by Harvey Singh

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 Notification on its official website @nta.ac.in. Candidates aspiring for eligibility in Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) posts can now check the detailed schedule, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern. The UGC NET December 2025 registration window is expected to open soon, with the examination tentatively scheduled for December 2025.

UGC NET December 2025 Overview

Exam Name: UGC NET December 2025
Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Official Website: nta.ac.in

Important Dates

Notification Release Date: October 2025
Application Form Start Date: To be announced soon
Last Date to Apply: Expected in November 2025
Admit Card Release: Late November 2025
Exam Dates: December 2025
Result Declaration: January 2026

UGC NET December 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have completed a Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Those appearing in the final year of their postgraduate course can also apply. There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor eligibility, while the JRF age limit is 30 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories).

Exam Pattern

Paper I: Teaching and Research Aptitude (50 questions, 100 marks)
Paper II: Subject-specific questions (100 questions, 200 marks)
Total Duration: 3 hours (combined for both papers)
Type of Questions: Objective (MCQs)

Application Process

Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
Click on “Apply for UGC NET December 2025”.
Register using email ID and phone number.
Fill the application form, upload documents, and pay the fee online.
Save and print the confirmation page for future use.

Preparation Tips for UGC NET 2025

Review the updated UGC NET syllabus for your subject.
Practice previous year question papers and mock tests.
Focus on time management and understanding concepts.
Visit questionpaper.in to download UGC NET previous year question papers and prepare effectively.

FAQs

Q1: When will the UGC NET December 2025 application form be released?
A: The application form is expected to open in October 2025.

Q2: What is the mode of the UGC NET December 2025 exam?
A: The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only.

Q3: Who conducts the UGC NET 2025 exam?
A: The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the exam on behalf of UGC.

Q4: Where can I download UGC NET previous year question papers?
A: Visit questionpaper.in to access free previous year papers and exam preparation materials.