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UGC NET June 2025 Registration Open: Application Link, Guidelines & Important Dates

Registration for the UGC NET June 2025 is officially live, and it’s time to gear up for this game-changer of an exam. Conducted by the National.

Pushpender Yadav

Apr 17, 2025 — 4 min read

UGC NET June 2025 Registration Open

Hey there, future Assistant Professors and Junior Research Fellows! The wait is over—registration for the UGC NET June 2025 is officially live, and it’s time to gear up for this game-changer of an exam. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), this national-level test is your ticket to securing eligibility for Assistant Professorship, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), or PhD admissions in Indian universities. Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty—application link, guidelines, key dates, and everything you need to nail this process. Ready? Let’s roll!

What’s the UGC NET June 2025 All About?

The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is held twice a year (June and December) to identify top talent for academic and research roles.

It’s a Computer-Based Test (CBT) covering 85 subjects, split into two papers: Paper 1 (general aptitude, 50 questions) and Paper 2 (subject-specific, 100 questions). No negative marking, so you can swing for the fences!

Qualifying opens doors to JRF (with a 3-year validity), Assistant Professor posts, or PhD programs. The exam runs from June 21 to June 30, 2025, and you’ll need to bring your A-game.

Key Dates You Can’t Miss: Mark these in bold on your calendar:

Application Window: April 16, 2025 – May 7, 2025
Fee Payment Deadline: May 8, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Application Correction Window: May 9 – May 10, 2025
Exam City Slip Release: Early June 2025
Admit Card Release: Early June 2025
Exam Dates: June 21 – June 30, 2025

Don’t sleep on these deadlines—late submissions or unpaid fees mean your application’s toast.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

Applying is straightforward but requires attention to detail. Head to the official portal at ugcnet.nta.ac.in or use the direct application link: UGC NET June 2025 Application. Here’s the drill:

Register: Click “New Candidate Registration,” read the instructions, and verify your identity using Aadhaar, PAN, or another government ID. You’ll get an OTP to proceed.
Fill the Form: Enter personal, academic, and contact details. Double-check everything—mistakes can haunt you later.
Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photo (10-200 KB, JPEG) and signature (4-30 KB, JPEG). Stick to the size limits, or the system will reject them.
Pay the Fee: Fees vary by category: ₹1150 (General), ₹600 (OBC-NCL/EWS), ₹325 (SC/ST/Pwd/Third Gender). Pay via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI by May 8.
Download Confirmation: Save and print the confirmation page for your records.

Pro tip: Use the correction window (May 9-10) to fix errors, but don’t expect NTA to entertain changes after that. No emails, faxes, or WhatsApp pleas will work!

Eligibility for UGC NET 2025: Are You In?

To apply, you need a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Pwd) from a UGC-recognised university.
Final-year PG students can apply provisionally but must meet the mark requirement within 1-2 years. For JRF, you shouldn’t be over 30 years as of June 1, 2025, though relaxations apply (e.g., +5 years for reserved categories, +3 years for LLM holders).
No age limit for Assistant Professor eligibility. Four-year Bachelor’s degree holders with 75% marks can also apply for PhD tracks. Check the full criteria in the UGC NET June 2025 Information Bulletin.
Exam Day Vibes The exam is CBT mode, with no break between Paper 1 and Paper 2 (3 hours total). Morning shift?
Be there by 7:30 AM. Afternoon? Gates open at 1:30 PM. Bring your admit card and a valid ID—no exceptions. The subject-wise schedule drops closer to the date, so keep an eye on the NTA website.
Prep Like a Pro Start with the syllabus and past papers (available on the NTA site). Paper 1 tests teaching/research aptitude, while Paper 2 is your chosen subject. Create a study plan, practice MCQS, and mock-test your way to confidence.
Books like NTA UGC NET/SET/JRF – Paper 1 by Arihant Experts are solid picks. Final Thoughts: The UGC NET June 2025 is your shot to level up in academia.

Apply early, prep smart, and stay updated via ugcnet.nta.ac.in.

Got questions? Hit up the NTA helpline (9:30 AM–5:30 PM). Let’s make those JRF and Assistant Professor dreams a reality—go crush it.

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