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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET December 2025 exam schedule with the subject-wise timetable, now available for all candidates preparing for Assistant Professor and JRF eligibility. As per the official notification, the UGC NET December 2025 exam will be held from 31 December 2025 to 07 January 2026 across multiple subjects and in two daily shifts.
Candidates appearing for the UGC NET December 2025 examination must urgently check their exam date, subject and shift timing shown below or on the official website.
UGC NET December 2025 Official Exam Highlights
Exam Name | |
Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Exam Dates | 31 December 2025 to 07 January 2026 |
UGC NET December 2025 Exam Shifts | Shift I: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM Shift II: 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM |
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The UGC NET December 2025 timetable applies to all subjects and is mandatory for candidates seeking Assistant Professor eligibility and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
Why the UGC NET December 2025 Schedule Is Important Now?
With the UGC NET December 2025 exam schedule released, candidates have entered the final phase of preparation. Knowing the UGC NET subject-wise schedule 2025 helps aspirants:
- Plan subject-specific revision
- Avoid exam-day confusion
- Focus on mock tests based on shift timing
UGC NET December 2025 Subject-Wise Exam Schedule
Candidates must carefully verify their UGC NET December 2025 subject-wise exam dates to avoid last-minute errors.


Click here for UGC NET December 2025 subject-wise exam date and code list
UGC NET December 2025 Exam City Intimation Slip
The UGC NET December exam city intimation slip 2025 will be released 10 days before the exam on the official NTA website. It will inform candidates about their exam city and centre location. The UGC NET Admit Card 2025 will be issued separately after city intimation.
UGC NET December 2025 Exam Pattern
Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
Paper 1 (General) | 50 | 100 |
Paper 2 (Subject Specific) | 100 | 200 |
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: No negative marking
- Both Paper I and Paper II are conducted in a single session.
- Paper I tests teaching and research aptitude.
- Paper II evaluates in-depth subject knowledge.
- All questions are compulsory.
- Candidates should attempt all questions to maximize score.
Refer to the following links to know more about the UGC NET December 2025 exam's latest updates.
- UGC NET December 2025 Exam: Schedule, Syllabus Strategy & Complete Preparation Roadmap
- UGC NET December 2025 Exam Last Minute Preparation Plan: High Scoring Tips for Paper 1 & Paper 2
Important Instructions by NTA for UGC NET December 2025
Following are instructions for candidates who are preparing for UC NET December 2025 exam
- Carry a printed UGC NET Admit Card 2025
- Bring a valid photo ID proof
- Follow CBT exam guidelines strictly
- Electronic devices are not allowed
For assistance:
- NTA Helpline: 011-40759000
- Email: [email protected]
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