NTA starts UGC NET June 2025 application process; Check important dates, steps to apply and others

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the online application process for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2025. The exam serves as a qualifying benchmark for determining the eligibility of Indian candidates for the post of Assistant Professor, and for the award of the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), as well as admission to PhD programmes in Indian colleges and universities.

The UGC NET June 2025 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for 85 subjects, and is tentatively scheduled between June 21 and June 30, 2025.

UGC NET June 2025: Important dates

Below is a detailed timeline for important events related to the UGC NET June 2025 exam:

Event Description	Dates
Submission of Online Application Form	April 16 to May 7, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Last Date for Submission of Exam Fee	May 8, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Correction Window for Application Particulars	May 9 to May 10, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Announcement of Exam Centre City	To be Announced
Download of Admit Card	To be Announced
Date of Examination (Tentative)	June 21 to June 30, 2025
Centre, Date and Shift Details	Mentioned on Admit Card
Display of Answer Key and Recorded Responses	To be Announced on the Official Website

UGC NET June 2025: Steps to apply

Candidates interested in appearing for the UGC NET June 2025 examination must submit their applications online through the official portals. Follow these steps to complete the application process:

• Visit the official NTA website: https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in or www.nta.ac.in.

• Click on the link for “UGC NET June 2025 Online Application.”

• Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.

• Fill in the application form with accurate personal, academic, and exam-related details.

• Upload the required documents, including a scanned photograph and signature.

• Pay the applicable examination fee via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

• Download and retain a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for the UGC NET June 2025 exam.

UGC NET June 2025: Application Fee Details

The examination fee structure varies by category and is to be paid online at the time of application submission. The fee breakdown is as follows:

• General (Unreserved) category: ₹1150

• General-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates: ₹600

• SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender candidates: ₹325

Applicants must ensure the fee is paid by May 8, 2025, as failure to complete the payment will lead to application rejection. No extension will be provided for the payment deadline.

Candidates can click on the link provided here to download the notice for the UGC NET June 2025 exam.