UGC NET June 2025: Notification Released, Apply Online Now

Age Limit for UGC NET June 2025

1. For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum Age: 30 Years as on 01.06.2025
2. For Assistant Professor: No Upper Age Limit
3. For Ph.D. Admission: No Upper Age Limit
4. Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Women applicants
5. Additional Relaxation:
   • Maximum 5 years for research experience (with certificate)
   • 3 years for LLM degree holders
   • Up to 5 years for Armed Forces service (subject to length of service)

Salary Details for UGC NET Qualified Candidates

Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):

• Fellowship Amount (First 2 Years): ₹31,000 per month + HRA
• Fellowship Amount (After 2 Years as SRF): ₹35,000 per month + HRA
• Duration: Valid for 3 years from award date (extendable if enrolled in Ph.D.)
• Applicable in: UGC recognized universities, IITs, Institutions, and research centers

Assistant Professor:

• Pay Level: Academic Pay Level 10 under 7th CPC
• Salary Range: ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 per month
• Other Perks: DA, HRA, TA, Medical Allowances as per university/state rules
• Job Security: Permanent/Contractual based on institution policy and vacancy

Additional Benefits:

• Research grants for JRF holders under various UGC schemes
• Eligibility for Ph.D. admission with stipend (where applicable)
• Priority in academic and teaching positions in government institutions

Selection Process for UGC NET June 2025

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): The UGC NET exam will be conducted in online mode across multiple cities.
2. Two Papers: Candidates must appear for both Paper I (General Aptitude) and Paper II (Subject-specific). Both papers are conducted in a single session of 3 hours.
3. No Negative Marking: There is no penalty for wrong answers.
4. Minimum Qualifying Marks:
   • General Category: 40% aggregate in both papers
   • SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third Gender: 35% aggregate in both papers
5. Merit Preparation: Based on aggregate performance in both papers. Only the top 6% of appearing candidates will be declared qualified for eligibility as Assistant Professor.
6. JRF Selection: Among those qualified, a limited number will be selected for JRF based on merit and age criteria.
7. Normalization Process: For multi-shift exams, scores are normalized using percentile and equi-percentile methods.
8. Result Declaration: Final results are based on the final answer key and published on the official NTA website.
9. Ph.D. Admission: For candidates applying under Ph.D. only category, NET scores carry 70% weightage and 30% comes from viva/interview performance.

UGC NET June 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exam Pattern:

• The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
• There will be two papers conducted in a single session of 3 hours (180 minutes) without any break.
• Both papers will consist of objective type, multiple choice questions (MCQs).
• No negative marking for incorrect answers.

Syllabus:

• The syllabus for all NET subjects is available on the UGC official website.
• Candidates must select their subject based on their post-graduation discipline.
• Download the NTA UGC NET June 2025 official Syllabus here.

How to Apply for UGC NET June 2025

• Visit the official website: https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in
• Click on the link for “UGC NET June 2025 Registration”.
• Step 1: Online Registration
  Use your own valid email ID and mobile number to register and generate an application number.
• Step 2: Fill Online Application Form
  Enter personal, academic, and exam-related details carefully. Choose your subject and exam city preferences.
• Step 3: Upload Documents
  Upload scanned copies of:
  • Recent passport-size photo (10–200 KB)
  • Signature (4–30 KB)
• Step 4: Pay Application Fee
  Pay via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI through integrated payment gateway.
• After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
• You can complete these steps together or at separate times before the deadline.

Note: No documents are required to be sent to NTA by post or email. Keep all records for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• 1. What is the eligibility for UGC NET June 2025?

  Candidates must have a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Final-year students can also apply provisionally.

  
  
• 2. What is the age limit for JRF in UGC NET?

  The upper age limit for JRF is 30 years as on 01.06.2025. Relaxation of up to 5 years is available for reserved categories and women.

  
  
• 3. Is there any age limit for Assistant Professor or Ph.D. admission?

  No, there is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor or Ph.D. admission through UGC NET.

  
  
• 4. What is the exam pattern for UGC NET 2025?

  The exam consists of two papers (Paper I and Paper II) with a total of 150 MCQs to be completed in 3 hours. There is no negative marking.

  
  
• 5. How do I apply for UGC NET June 2025?

  Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in, register online, fill the application form, upload documents, and pay the required fee.

  
  
• 6. What is the validity of UGC NET scores for Ph.D. admission?

  UGC NET scores for Ph.D. admission are valid for 1 year from the date of result declaration.

  
  
• 7. What is the official syllabus link for UGC NET?

  You can download the subject-wise syllabus from here.