UGC NET 2024 Details: UGC NET is an abbreviation for University Grant Commission National Eligibility Test. UGC NET is a national level eligibility exam for teaching post of Assistant Professorships, Junior Research Fellowships, or for both and for Ph.D Admission for Universities and Colleges across India. Meanwhile, NET is conducted twice a year in the month of June and December every year. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the NET exam on behalf of University Grant Commission. In this article, there are complete details about NET December 2025 exam attempt.
UGC NET is the national-level eligibility exam for teacher post in higher education across India. The prime focus of the NET Exam is to assess the eligibility of aspirants for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) posts and for Ph.D Admission in universities and colleges across India. The National Testing Agency (NTA) generally conducts the NET exam, and the mode of test is computer based test.
UGC NET 2024 – Latest Updates
UGC NET Dec 2024: The 10th December 2024 is the last date to apply for NET Dec 2024 attempt.
The UGC NET 2024 correction in application will start on 12th & 13th December 2024 (till 11:50 pm)
The UGC NET 2024 online registration started at the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA). The National Testing Agency (NTA) is all set to conduct the NET 2024 exam on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC).
University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a national-level eligibility exam for the post of Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for Ph.D Admission in India. The candidates who qualify this exam are eligible for teaching in universities and for Ph.D admission in colleges in India. Candidates can apply for eligibility only for Assistant Professor or for both Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor and also for only Ph.D Admission.
For Details Check article on UGC NET December 2024 Latest Updates
UGC NET 2024 Categories for Eligibility:
There are total three categories for NET Assessment: The eligibility will be determined in the following manner:
| Qualified for | Eligible for | ||
| JRF | Assistant Professor | Ph.D. Admission | |
| Category-1: Award of JRF and appointment as Assistant Professor |
Yes/Eligible |
Yes |
Yes |
| Category-2: Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to Ph.D. |
No |
Yes Eligible |
Yes |
| Category-3: Admission to Ph.D. only | No | No | Yes/Eligible |
Important Points to be noted:
- UGC-NET Category -1: The JRF-qualified candidates are admitted into the Ph.D. programme based on an interview as per the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedures for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022.
- UGC-NET under category-2 and category-3 can be used as an entrance test for Ph.D. admission in place of entrance tests conducted by the different universities for admission to Ph.D.
- For candidates qualified under the category-2 and category-3, the marks obtained in the NET will have 70% weightage and 30% weightage will be based on the performance in the interview/viva voce conducted by the University/HEI concerned. The Ph.D. admission will be based on the combined merit of NET marks and the marks obtained in the interview/viva voce.
- For admission to Ph.D., the marks obtained in the NET by the candidates in category-2 and category-3 will be valid for a period of one year from the date of declaration of the result of NET.
- The number of candidates who will be qualified for ‘admission to the Ph.D. only’ will be decided by the results committee.
- The result of NET will be declared in percentile along with the marks/normalized marks (in case of multiple shifts) obtained by a candidate to utilize the marks for admission to Ph.D. In case the test for a subject(s) is conducted in two or multiple shifts, the marks will be normalized by using the Equi-percentile method and the result will be declared in percentile along with normalized marks.
UGC NET Dec 2024 Notification:
The UGC NET Dec 2024 notification was released on 19th November 2024. The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the NET Dec 2024 notification at the official website on 19th November 2024. The online application process started on 19th Nov 2024 and the last date to apply is 10th Dec’ 2024
The National Testing Agency released the NET notification at their official BSER Website: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in – This portal is the main source for the official notification.
UGC NET Notification contains the following information:
UGC NET Important Dates:
- Application Start Date
- Application Deadline
- Exam Date(s) (if multiple stages)
- Admit Card Release Date
- Answer Key Release date
- Result Declaration Date
NET UGC Eligibility Criteria:
- The information about the age limits, educational qualifications, and nationality requirements.
UGC NET Exam Pattern:
- Confirmation of the exam mode (online or offline)
- Any Change in Number of questions, sections, and marking scheme.
UGC NET Syllabus:
- Any updates or changes made to the syllabus.
NET UGC Application Process:
- Complete guide on How to fill out the application form step by step?
- Complete details about how to uploading required documents and paying the application fee.
UGC NET Exam Centers:
- Complete list of exam centers across India and abroad.
UGC NET Dec 2024 Details and Important Date:
| The UGC NET 2024 Details | |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Organized By | University Grants Commission (UGC) |
| Exam Name | UGC NET 2024 December Attempt |
| Mode of Exam | Online – CBT (Computer-Based Test) |
| Language/Medium of Exam | English and Hindi |
| No. of Subjects | 83 subjects |
| Eligibility Exam | For Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or both and for Ph.D. Admission |
| No. of Test Cities | 239 |
| UGC NET Dec 2024 Important Dates | |
| Registration Dates | 19th November 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th December 2024 |
| Correction in Application Form | 12th & 13th December 2024 (11:50 pm) |
| UGC NET Admit Card 2024 | shortly |
| UGC NET 2024 Exam Date | 1st to 19th January 2025 |
| UGC NET Result 2024 | After Exam |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
UGC NET Dec 2024 Registration:
UGC NET 2024 December attempt registration started from 19th Nov’ 2024 and 10th Dec’ 2024 is the last date for apply online. The below is the process based on official notification. The candidates who wish to apply might go through the How to Register and Apply for UGC NET?
How to Register for UGC NET?
First of all go through the official notification and collect all documents required.
UGC NET 2024 Registration Step by Step process:
- First, check your eligibility; if you meet the UGC NET 2024 eligibility criteria for age limit, educational qualifications, etc.
- Further, get all your required documents ready. Like:- All mark sheets, age proof, Passport size photograph, Signature, Category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), Citizenship certificate (if applicable)
- Further, scan the all required document and save them in pdf format.
- Further, visit the official UGC NET website https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/, Check link for New Registration
- Meanwhile, click on the “New Registration” link (or similar), the screen will show the Registration form.
- Further, Fill the registration form and provide accurate details: Name, Date of Birth, Gender, , Email Address, Mobile Number, Create a strong password.
- Final, now Submit the registration form. Now you have to fill the application form.
How to Fill the UGC NET Application Form?
- First login with your newly created credentials the application number and password.
- Second step, now you have to carefully fill in all the required sections of the application form, Personal details, Academic details, Contact information, Choice of exam cities (select multiple cities in order of preference), Medium of question paper (choose your preferred language)
- Third step, Now you have to upload the required documents: Upload the scanned copies of your documents as per the instructions. Confirm that files are in the correct format and size.
- Finally, now you have to pay the Application Fee: open the payment gateway. Pay the application fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking UPI etc. now check the Confirmation Page.
- Overall, your successful registration, download and take printout of the confirmation page.
UGC NET 2024 Eligibility Criteria:
The UGC NET Dec 2024 registration officially started; the below is the eligibility required for the exams:
NET UGC Dec 2024 Age Limit:
- The age limit for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) is not more than 30 years as on 01st January 2025 i.e. 01.01.2025.
- a) A relaxation of upto 5 years is provided to the candidates belonging to OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third gender categories and to women applicants.
- b) Relaxation is there for the candidates with research experience, limited to the period spent on research in the relevant / related subject of post-graduation degree, limited to a maximum of 5 years, certificates from appropriate authority are required.
- c) There is 2 years relaxation in age for the candidates with L.L.M. degree.
- D) A relaxation of upto 5 years is provided to the candidates who have served in the armed forces subject to the length of service in the armed forces upto 01.01.2025. Total age relaxation on the above ground(s) is limited to five years under any circumstances.
- Assistant Professor: There is no upper age limit for UGC-NET for Assistant Professor.
- Admission to PhD: There is no upper age limit for UGC-NET for Admission to PhD.
UGC NET Dec 2024 Educational Qualification:
The candidates should have following Educational Qualification for UGC NET 2024 December Attempt:
- The minimum 55% Marks in PG or Master’ Degree for General/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates. In this category candidates who have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s Degree or equivalent examination from universities/institutions recognized by UGC
- The minimum 50% Marks in PG or Master’ Degree for Other Backward Classes (OBC) belonging to Non-Creamy Layer/Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Persons with Disability (PwD)/Third gender category candidates. In this category candidates who have secured at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s degree or equivalent examination are eligible for this Test.
- Candidates who are pursuing their Master’s degree or equivalent course can also apply, subject to some terms and conditions.
- Candidates who are waiting for the Master’s degree (final year) examination result may also apply, subject to some terms and conditions.
- The Ph.D. degree holders whose Master’s level examination has been completed by 19 September 1991 shall be eligible for a relaxation of 5% in aggregate marks (i.e. from 55% to 50%) for appearing in NET.
UGC NET 2024 Exam Pattern:
The UGC NET December 2024 mode of exam will be Computer Based Test (CBT) in the selected Cities spread across India.
UGC NET Mode of Examination
The Examination shall be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only.
UGC NET Pattern of Examination
The Test paper will consist of two sections. Both the sections will consist of objective type, multiple choice questions. Further, the medium of Question Paper shall be in English & Hindi only, except language papers. Meanwhile, check the below section for details:
UGC NET 2024 Exam Pattern
| Paper | MCQ | Marks | Number of Questions |
| I | The questions in Paper I intend to assess the teaching/ research aptitude of the candidate. It will primarily be designed to test reasoning ability, reading comprehension, divergent thinking and general awareness of the Candidate. | 100 | 50 |
| II | This is based on the subject selected by the candidate and will assess domain knowledge. | 200 | 100 |
| UGC NET 2024 Exam Pattern | |
| Mode of Exam: | Offline, pen-and-paper based |
| Duration: | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Total Questions: | 300 |
| Questions to be Attempted: | 300 |
| Marking Scheme: | |
| Correct Answer: | +2 marks |
| Incorrect Answer: | No Negative Marking |
| Unattempt Question: | 0 marks |
| Total Marks: | 300 |
Note: The Duration of Test is 03 hours (180 minutes) without any break and all the questions are compulsory
UGC NET 2024 Syllabus
UGC NET 2024 syllabus is released. Further, the Syllabus for all NET Subjects can be downloaded from the UGC website: https://www.ugcnetonline.in/syllabus-new.php.The National Testing Agency (NTA) is only exam conducting body the copy. The UGCNET is based on the aptitude, teaching , research capabilities and subject knowledge.
The UGC NET exam is divided into two levels:
- UGC NET Paper – 1: GENERAL PAPER ON TEACHING & RESEARCH APTITUDE
- UGC NET Paper – 2: based on the subject selected by the candidate and will assess domain knowledge.
UGC NET Exam Syllabus for Paper – 1 and 2:
UGC NET 2024 SYLLABUS PAPER-I
Subject: GENERAL PAPER ON TEACHING & RESEARCH APTITUDE
The Paper 1 is basically to check the teaching and research capabilities of the candidates. Overall, the candidates are expected to have a general awareness about teaching and learning processes in higher education system. Further, they should be aware of interaction between people, environment, natural resources and their impact on the quality of life.
There below is out line for UGC NET Paper – 1 syllabus are as follows:
Unit – I: Teaching Aptitude
- Teaching:
- Learner’s characteristics:
- Factors affecting teaching related to:
- Methods of teaching in Institutions of higher learning:
- Teaching Support System:
- Evaluation Systems:
Unit-II: Research Aptitude
- Research
- Methods of Research
- Steps of Research.
- Thesis and Article writing.
- Application of ICT in research.
- Research ethics.
Unit-III: Comprehension
- A passage of text be given. Questions be asked from the passage to be answered.
Unit-IV: Communication
- Communication:
- Effective communication
- Barriers to effective communication.
- Mass-Media and Society
Unit-V: Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
- Types of reasoning.
- Number series, Letter series, Codes and Relationships.
- Mathematical Aptitude
Unit-VI: Logical Reasoning
- Understanding the structure of arguments
- Evaluating and distinguishing deductive and inductive reasoning.
- Venn diagram
- Indian Logic: Means of knowledge.
- Pramanas
Unit-VII: Data Interpretation
- Sources, acquisition and classification of Data.
- Quantitative and Qualitative Data.
- Graphical representation (Bar-chart, Histograms, Pie-chart, Table-chart and Line-chart) and mapping of Data.
- Data Interpretation.
- Data and Governance.
Unit-VIII: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- ICT: General abbreviations and terminology.
- Basics of Internet, Intranet, E-mail, Audio and Video-conferencing.
- Digital initiatives in higher education.
- ICT and Governance.
Unit-IX People, Development and Environment
- Development and environment
- Human and environment interaction
- Anthropogenic activities and their impacts on environment.
- Environmental issues
- Impacts of pollutants on human health.
- Natural and energy resources
- Natural hazards and disasters: Mitigation strategies.
- Environmental Protection Act (1986), National Action Plan on Climate Change, International agreements/efforts -Montreal Protocol, Rio Summit, Convention on Biodiversity, Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement, International Solar Alliance.
Unit-X: 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 programmes in India.
- Professional, Technical and Skill Based education.
- Value education and environmental education.
- Policies, Governance, and Administration.
The below is link to download the complete UGCNET Syllabus for Paper 1
Important Note: Five questions each carrying 2 marks are to be set from each Module.
UGC NET 2024 Syllabus Paper – 2
UGC NET Syllabus Paper – 2: The Paper 2 is to check the in-depth knowledge and expertise in a specific subject. The option of choosing the subject is there at the time of filling application form as per the subjects in Degree. There are 105 subjects to choose from. The below link will redirect you the subject wise syllabus. Check for the subject you opted and download the syllabus in Hindi or English.
UGCNET 2024 Syllabus Paper – 2 Subject wise in Hindi and English- Download
UGC NET 2024 Subject Codes, Subjects and Syllabus Download
|
Subject Code |
Subject |
| 00 | General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (Paper -I) |
| 01 | Economics / Rural Economics /Co-operation / Demography / Development Planning/ Development Studies / Econometrics/ Applied Economics/Development Eco./Business Economics |
| 02 | Political Science |
| 03 | Philosophy |
| 04 | Psychology |
| 05 Sociology | Download |
| 06 | History |
| 07 | Anthropology |
| 08 | Commerce |
| 09 | Education |
| 10 | Social Work |
| 11 | Defence and Strategic Studies |
| 12 | Home Science |
| 14 | Public Administration |
| 15 | Population Studies |
| 16 | Music |
| 17 | Management (including Business Admn. Mgt./Marketing/ Marketing Mgt./Industrial Relations and Personnel Mgt./ Personnel Mgt./Financial Mgt./Co-operative Management) |
| 18 | Maithili |
| 19 | Bengali |
| 20 | Hindi |
| 21 | Kannada |
| 22 | Malayalam |
| 23 | Oriya |
| 24 | Punjabi |
| 25 | Sanskrit |
| 26 | Tamil |
| 27 | Telugu |
| 28 | Urdu |
| 29 | Arabic |
| 30 | English |
| 31 | Linguistics |
| 32 | Chinese |
| 33 | Dogri |
| 34 | Nepali |
| 35 | Manipuri |
| 36 | Assamese |
| 37 | Gujarati |
| 38 | Marathi |
| 39 | French (French Version) |
| 40 | Spanish |
| 41 | Russian |
| 42 | Persian |
| 43 | Rajasthani |
| 44 | German |
| 45 | Japanese |
| 46 | Adult Education/ Continuing Education/ Andragogy/ Non Formal Education. |
| 47 | Physical Education |
| 49 | Arab Culture and Islamic Studies |
50 |
Indian Culture |
| 55 | Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/ Labour and Social Welfare/Human Resource Management |
| 58 | Law |
| 59 | Library and Information Science |
| 60 | Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian and Peace Studies |
| 62 | Comparative Study of Religions |
| 63 | Mass Communication and Journalism |
| 65 | Performing Art – Dance/Drama/Theatre |
| 66 | Museology & Conservation |
| 67 | Archaeology |
| 68 | Criminology |
| 70 | Tribal and Regional Language/Literature |
| 71 | Folk Literature |
| 72 | Comparative Literature |
| 73 | Sanskrit traditional subjects (including) Jyotisha/Sidhanta Jyotish/ Navya Vyakarna/ Vyakarna/ Mimansa/ Navya Nyaya/ Sankhya Yoga/ Tulanatmaka Darsan/ Shukla Yajurveda/ Madhav Vedant/ Dharmasasta/ Sahitya/ Puranotihasa /Agama). |
| 74 | Women Studies |
| 79 | Visual Art (including Drawing & Painting/Sculpture Graphics/Applied Art/History of Art) |
| 80 | Geography |
| 81 | Social Medicine & Community Health |
| 82 | Forensic Science |
| 83 | Pali |
| 84 | Kashmiri |
| 85 | Konkani |
| 87 | Computer Science and Applications |
| 88 | Electronic Science |
| 89 | Environmental Sciences |
| 90 | Politics including International Relations/International Studies including Defence/Strategic Studies, West Asian Studies, South East Asian Studies, African Studies, South Asian Studies, Soviet Studies, American Studies. |
| 91 | Prakrit |
| 92 | Human Rights and Duties |
| 93 | Tourism Administration and Management. |
| 94 | Bodo |
| 95 | Santali |
| 100 | Yoga |
| 101 | Sindhi |
| 102 | Hindu Studies |
| 103 | Indian Knowledge System |
| 104 | Disaster Management |
| 105 | Ayurveda Biology |
UGC NET 2024 Admit Card:
UGC NET 2024 Admit Card – The National Testing Agency (NTA) generally releases the admit card a few days before the exam, which is scheduled from 1st to 19th January, 2025.
The Admit Card download link will be provide on the NTA website and candidates has to appear for the Examination at the allotted Centre on date, shift, time and discipline as indicated in Admit Card.
Furthermore, in case of any error in the particulars of the candidate like photograph and signatures shown in the Admit Card and Confirmation Page, the candidate have to immediately approach the Help Line between 09:30 am to 5:30 pm.
UGC NET 2024 Answer Key
UGC NET Answer Key is a important document that contains the correct answers to all the questions in the UGCNET exam. NET Answer is generally released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the exam is conducted. Moreover, UGCNET Answer key will be released for candidates to check their estimated score to get an idea for qualifying for the exam.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will first release a provisional answer key to be displayed for two to three days, so that candidates can challenge any incorrect answers. Finally, after reviewing the challenges on provisional answer key, after that National Testing Agency (NTA) release a final answer key.
However, NTA will display Provisional Answer Key(s) & Question Paper attempted by the candidates on the NTA’s website https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/.
Meanwhile, if any applicant have any challenged, than candidates have to pay online an amount of Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) per answer key challenged, as processing fee which is Non-Refundable.
UGC NET 2024 Result
The UGC NET Result or score card is a milestone for teaching professionals. Final NET Results or merit list specify the eligibility of applicant exam for teaching post of Assistant Professorships, Junior Research Fellowships, or for both and for Ph.D Admission for Universities and Colleges across India. .
Further, the National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to declare the NET 2024 Result after the final answer key released.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) also releases a merit list along with the results. Meanwhile, the merit list is prepared based on the candidates’ total scores in the NET exam.
As per the NTA, however there is no way for re-evaluation/re-checking of the result and No correspondence in this regard shall be entertained.
The below is the link for more details on UGC NET Result and Merit List:
UGC NET 2024 Result & Merit List – Details
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