The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for UGC NET December 2024, a significant examination for aspiring Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and Assistant Professors in India. This comprehensive article provides an in-depth overview of the application process, eligibility criteria, exam details, and other essential information.
The University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) is a qualifying examination for:
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professorship.
- Assistant Professorship only.
- Admission to Ph.D. programs in Indian universities and colleges.
The exam will cover 85 subjects and will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.
Important Dates for UGC NET December 2024
The following table summarizes the key dates for the application process and examination schedule:
Event | Date |
---|---|
Submission of Online Application Form | 19 November 2024 to 10 December 2024 (up to 11:50 PM) |
Last Date for Submission of Exam Fee | 11 December 2024 (up to 11:50 PM) |
Correction in Application Form | 12 December 2024 to 13 December 2024 (up to 11:50 PM) |
Announcement of Exam City | To be announced |
Download of Admit Card | To be announced |
Date of Examination | 01 January 2025 to 19 January 2025 |
Display of Answer Key | To be announced |
UGC-NET Decemeber-2024: Click Here to Register/Login
Application Fee
Category | Fee |
---|---|
General/Unreserved | ₹1150 |
General-EWS/OBC-NCL | ₹600 |
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | ₹325 |
Payment can be made through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Eligibility Criteria for UGC NET December 2024
Educational Qualifications
Category | Minimum Marks in Master’s Degree |
---|---|
General/Unreserved | 55% |
OBC/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | 50% |
Pursuing/Results Awaited | Eligible to apply provisionally |
Bachelor’s Degree Holders | 75% (for direct Ph.D. admission) |
Age Limit
- JRF: Not more than 28 years as of 01 June 2024.
- Assistant Professor/Ph.D.: No upper age limit.
Age Relaxation
Category | Relaxation |
---|---|
OBC/SC/ST/PwD/Women/Third Gender | Up to 5 years |
LLM Degree Holders | Up to 5 years |
Research Scholars | Up to 5 years |
Armed Forces Personnel | Up to 5 years |
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How to Apply for UGC NET December 2024?
Follow these steps to complete your UGC NET application:
- Visit the Official Website
Go to ugcnet.nta.ac.in. - Register Online
Use your email ID and mobile number to create a profile. - Fill Out the Application Form
Provide your personal, academic, and contact details. - Upload Documents
- Photograph: File size 10 KB–200 KB.
- Signature: File size 4 KB–30 KB.
- Pay the Application Fee
Complete the payment using the available methods. - Submit and Print Confirmation
Save and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required for UGC NET Application
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Board/University Certificate for verification
- Government-issued ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID, etc.)
- Degree Certificate or Marksheet of Last Semester
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Scanned Photograph and Signature
Exam Pattern for UGC NET 2024
Paper | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
Paper I | 50 | 100 | Combined 3 hours |
Paper II | 100 | 200 |
Key Features:
- No negative marking.
- Both papers are conducted in a single session.
- Paper I tests teaching and research aptitude.
- Paper II focuses on subject-specific knowledge.
UGC NET Syllabus 2024
Paper I: General Aptitude
Covers Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Reading Comprehension, Communication, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and more.
Paper II: Subject-Specific
Based on the candidate’s post-graduate discipline, with detailed syllabi available on the official website.
UGC NET Admit Card 2024
The admit card will be available on the official website. It will include:
- Candidate’s details.
- Exam center information.
- Exam date and shift.
Steps to Download Admit Card:
- Visit the official website.
- Log in with your application number and date of birth.
- Download and print the admit card.
UGC NET Answer Key 2024
The provisional answer key will be released after the exam. Candidates can:
- View and download the answer key.
- Raise objections by paying ₹200 per question if required.
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