The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the opening of the application process for the UGC NET/JRF December 2024 exam, which is scheduled to take place in January 2025. This examination is essential for candidates seeking eligibility for Assistant Professor positions or Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) at Indian universities and colleges.
Candidates seeking to apply for the UGC NET/JRF December 2024 exam must meet certain eligibility criteria. These include holding a Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (for general category candidates) or 50% marks (for reserved category candidates) in the relevant subject. The exam is open to those from a variety of academic backgrounds, with over 80 subjects covered across the country.
Importance of UGC NET/JRF Exam
The UGC NET/JRF exam serves multiple purposes. For those aiming for a career in academia, qualifying the NET exam makes them eligible for teaching positions in universities and colleges across India. JRF qualification, on the other hand, is crucial for those who wish to pursue research in their chosen subject. The exam is a gateway to a career in higher education and research, offering ample opportunities for growth and development.
NTA UGC NET/JRF December 2024
| Vacancy | NTA UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2024 |
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Who can apply? | All India Candidates |
Age Limit as on (01 Jan 2024)
| For JRF | Not more than 30 years as on 01st day of the month in which the examination is concluded i.e. 01 Jan 2025. |
| For Assistant Professor | There is no upper age limit in applying for UGC-NET for Assistant Professor. |
Age Relaxation is Applicable as per rules.
Application Fees
| For General/ Unreserved | Rs.1150/- |
| For Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL | Rs.600/- |
| For Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) / Person with Disability (PWD)/ Third Gender | Rs.325/- |
| Payment Mode | By Using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan |
Education Qualification
- Passed / Appeared Master Degree in Concerned Subject with at Least Minimum 55% Marks.
- 4 Year Bachelor Degree Candidate Also Eligible.
Subject Available
| S No. | Subject Name | S No. | Subject Name |
| 1 | Adult Education/ Continuing Education/ Andragogy/ Non-Formal | 44 | Maithili |
| 2 | Anthropology | 45 | Malayalam |
| 3 | Arab Culture and Islamic Studies | 46 | Management (including Business Admn. Mgt./Marketing / Marketing Mgt. / Industrial Relations and Personnel Mgt. / Personnel Mgt. / Financial Mgt. /Co-operative Management) |
| 4 | Arabic | 47 | Manipuri |
| 5 | Archaeology | 48 | Marathi |
| 6 | Assamese | 49 | Mass Communication and Journalism |
| 7 | Bengali | 50 | Museology & Conservation |
| 8 | Bodo | 51 | Music |
| 9 | Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian and Peace Studies | 52 | Nepali |
| 10 | Chinese | 53 | Oriya |
| 11 | Commerce | 54 | Pali |
| 12 | Comparative Literature | 55 | Performing Art – Dance/Drama/Theatre |
| 13 | Comparative Study of Religions | 56 | Persian |
| 14 | Computer Science and Applications | 57 | Philosophy |
| 15 | Criminology | 58 | Physical Education |
| 16 | Defence and Strategic Studies | 59 | Political Science |
| 17 | Dogri | 60 | Politics including International Relations/International Studies including Defence /Strategic Studies, West Asian Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, African Studies, South Asian Studies, Soviet Studies, American Studies. |
| 18 | Economics / Rural Economics /Co-operation / Demography / Development Planning /Development Studies / Econometrics/ Applied Economics / Development Economics /Business Economics | 61 | Population Studies |
| 19 | Education | 62 | Prakrit |
| 20 | Electronic Science | 63 | Psychology |
| 21 | English | 64 | Public Administration |
| 22 | Environmental Sciences | 65 | Punjabi |
| 23 | Folk Literature | 66 | Rajasthani |
| 24 | Forensic Science | 67 | Russian |
| 25 | French (French Version) | 68 | Sanskrit |
| 26 | Geography | 69 | Sanskrit traditional subjects (including Jyotisha/ Sidhanta Jyotish/ Navya Vyakarna/ Vyakarna/ Mimansa/ Navya Nyaya/ Sankhya Yoga/ Tulanatmaka Darsan/ Shukla Yajurveda/ Madhav Vedant/ Dharmasasta/ Sahitya/ Puranotihasa/Agama). |
| 27 | German | 70 | Santali |
| 28 | Gujarati | 71 | Sindhi |
| 29 | Hindi | 72 | Social Medicine & Community Health |
| 30 | Hindu Studies | 73 | Social Work |
| 31 | History | 74 | Sociology |
| 32 | Home Science | 75 | Spanish |
| 33 | Human Rights and Duties | 76 | Tamil |
| 34 | Indian Culture | 77 | Telugu |
| 35 | Indian Knowledge System | 78 | Tourism Administration and Management |
| 36 | Japanese | 79 | Tribal and Regional Language/Literature |
| 37 | Kannada | 80 | Urdu |
| 38 | Kashmiri | 81 | Visual Art (including Drawing & Painting / Sculpture Graphics / Applied Art / History of Art) |
| 39 | Konkani | 82 | Women Studies |
| 40 | Labour Welfare / Personnel Management / Industrial Relations/ Labour and Social Welfare / Human Resource Management | 83 | Yoga |
| 41 | Law | 84 | Disaster Management |
| 42 | Library and Information Science | 85 | Ayurveda Biology |
| 43 | Linguistics | 86 | NA |
For more vacancy details & Qualification refer the notification.
Exam Pattern
The UGC NET/JRF December 2024 exam consists of two papers:
Paper I: This is a general paper on teaching and research aptitude, which tests candidates’ logical reasoning, reading comprehension, and general awareness of the research process.
Paper II: This is subject-specific and assesses candidates on their knowledge of the specific subject they have chosen. There are more than 80 subjects available for the exam, ranging from Humanities and Social Sciences to Science and Engineering.
Both papers will be conducted in a computer-based format. Paper I consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, while Paper II consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. Candidates will have 3 hours to complete both papers.
Important Dates
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 11 DEC 2024 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 Dec 2024 |
| Correction Date | 13-14 Dec 2024 |
| Exam Date | 03-16 Jan 2025 |
Important Links
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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How to apply for UGC NET/JRF ?
The application process for the UGC NET/JRF December 2024 session is open. Here’s how to apply:
1. Visit the Official Website: Go to ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
2. Register: Click on the “New Registration” link and create an account using your personal details.
3. Fill the Application Form: Provide educational qualifications, personal information, and preferred exam centers.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your photograph and signature.
5. Pay the Fee: Complete the payment using available online methods.
6. Submit: Verify all details and submit your form.
The deadline to apply is December 10, 2024.
The NTA UGC NET/JRF December 2024 exam is a highly competitive and important examination for candidates aspiring to enter the field of academia and research. By meeting the eligibility criteria, adhering to the application deadlines, and preparing thoroughly, candidates can enhance their chances of success in the exam.