The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the recruitment for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test NTA UGC NET December 2024. This exam is crucial for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors or to qualify for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). The exam will be held from 1st to 19th January 2025, and the application process is open from 19th November 2024 to 10th December 2024.
NTA UGC NET December 2024 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) |
| Exam Year | December 2024 |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 19th November 2024 |
| Application Start Date | 19th November 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11th December 2024 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 12th December 2024 |
| Correction Window | 13th December 2024 |
| Exam Date | 1st to 19th January 2025 |
| Admit Card Available | Available Soon |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1150/- |
| EWS / OBC | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PH / Transgender | ₹325/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking) |
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Age Limit for NTA UGC NET December 2024
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Maximum 30 years (as of 01/01/2025) |
| For Assistant Professor | No Age Limit |
| For Ph.D. Admission | No Age Limit |
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules.
Qualification for NTA UGC NET December 2024
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| NTA UGC NET Exam (Dec 2024) | Master’s Degree (Passed / Appearing) in the related subject with: |
| – General / EWS: Minimum 55% Marks | |
| – OBC / SC / ST / PH / Transgender: Minimum 50% Marks |
NTA UGC NET December 2024 Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Online (Computer Based Test – CBT)
- Negative Marking: No
- Exam Duration: 3 Hours
- Number of Papers: 2 (Paper I and Paper II)
- Paper I: General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude (50 questions, 2 marks each)
- Paper II: Subject Specific (100 questions, 2 marks each)
List of Subjects for NTA UGC NET December 2024
| Subject | Code |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 07 |
| Arabic | 29 |
| Commerce | 08 |
| Economics | 01 |
| Education | 09 |
| Environmental Sciences | 89 |
| Geography | 80 |
| Law | 58 |
| Management | 17 |
| Political Science | 02 |
| Psychology | 04 |
| Sociology | 05 |
| Hindi | 20 |
| History | 06 |
| Public Administration | 14 |
| Sociology | 05 |
| … (Full list of subjects is available in the notification) | … |
How to Apply for NTA UGC NET December 2024
- Read the Official Notification: Carefully read the full notification to understand the eligibility, application fees, and exam details.
- Collect Documents: Gather necessary documents such as proof of eligibility, scanned photograph, signature, identity proof, etc.
- Fill the Application Form: Provide all necessary details in the application form.
- Upload Documents: Upload your scanned photo, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the Application Fees: Complete the online payment for the application fees.
- Submit the Application: After reviewing the form, submit the application.
- Print the Application: Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Content | Link |
|---|---|
| Fill Online Form | Click Here |
| Full Notification | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| Previous Year Question Paper | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is the application start date for NTA UGC NET December 2024?
The application process starts on 19th November 2024. - What is the last date to apply for NTA UGC NET December 2024?
The last date to apply is 10th December 2024. - What is the age limit for NTA UGC NET December 2024?
- For JRF: Maximum 30 years (as of 01/01/2025).
- For Assistant Professor: No age limit.
- For Ph.D. Admission: No age limit.
- When is the NTA UGC NET December 2024 exam?
The exam will be held from 1st to 19th January 2025.
