NTA Opens Applications for UGC NET December 2025 Exam

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the application process for the UGC NET December 2025 exam, allowing candidates to apply until November 7, 2025. This exam is crucial for those aspiring to become assistant professors, covering 85 subjects across various cities in India. The test will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test format, consisting of two objective-type papers. Candidates must pay an application fee based on their category, with specific deadlines for registration and corrections. For detailed application steps and fee information, candidates are encouraged to visit the official NTA website.

By Ambika Singh Oct 8, 2025, 13:40 IST

Application Process for UGC NET December 2025

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the online application process for the UGC NET exam scheduled for December 2025. Candidates can submit their applications until November 7, 2025, via the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

This announcement brings positive news for those aiming to become assistant professors. Eligible candidates are encouraged to register for the UGC NET exam by visiting the official site. Detailed application steps and a direct link are available on the website.

As per the NTA's notification, the exam will take place in multiple cities nationwide and will encompass 85 subjects. The assessment will be conducted entirely in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format, featuring two objective-type (MCQ) papers without any breaks in between.

Important Dates

The NTA will later provide details regarding the exam city, admit card release, and overall exam schedule on its website. The application window opened on October 7, 2025, and will remain open until November 7, 2025, at 11:50 PM. Candidates can also make fee payments until this deadline. For those needing to amend their applications, a correction window will be available from November 10 to November 12, 2025.

Application Fees

Candidates must pay an application fee to register for the exam. The fee structure is as follows: ₹1,150 for general category applicants, ₹600 for General-EWS and OBC-NCL candidates, and ₹325 for SC, ST, differently-abled, and transgender candidates. For further details, candidates should refer to the official website.

Steps to Apply

To apply, candidates should first visit the NTA website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Click on the "UGC NET December 2025 Registration" link on the homepage. After entering the necessary information, candidates will complete the registration process, generating a username and password. Next, log in to fill out the application form, upload required documents, pay the fees, and verify all details before submission. Finally, download the confirmation page and print it for future reference.