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UGC NET Admit Card 2025 OUT for January 2 exam @ ugcnet.nta.nic.in, direct link here

UGC NET Admit Card 2025 for the January 2 exam is released. Download your hall ticket from ugcnet.nta.nic.in using application number & DOB. Check direct link, steps, and exam day guidelines here.

December 30, 2025 / 10:13 IST
UGC NET December Admit Card 2025
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  • UGC NET December 2025 admit cards released for January 2, 2026 exam
  • Admit cards available for download at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
  • Candidates must carry admit card, photo ID, and photo on exam day

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC NET December 2025 admit cards for candidates whose examination is scheduled for Thursday, January 2, 2026. The document is now available for download on the official portal, ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

Lakhs of aspirants aiming for Assistant Professor positions and Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in Indian universities and colleges can now access their hall tickets for the upcoming phase of the examination.

Key Examination Dates and Schedule

The UGC NET December 2025 cycle is being conducted across multiple days. The complete schedule is as follows:

  • December 31, 2025
  • January 2, 2026
  • January 3, 2026
  • January 5, 2026
  • January 6, 2026
  • January 7, 2026

The examination will be held in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across numerous test centers pan-India. Candidates must refer to their specific admit card for the exact date, time, and venue.

How to download UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card?

Follow this straightforward guide to download your UGC NET hall ticket without any hassle:

Step 1. Go to the official NTA UGC NET website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

Step 2. On the homepage, locate and click on the activated link that reads 'Download UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card'.

Step 3. You will be redirected to a login page. Carefully enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.

Step 4. Input the Security Pin (Captcha) as displayed on the screen.

Step 5. Click 'Submit'. Your UGC NET 2025 admit card will be displayed.

Step 6. Verify all details meticulously, including your name, photograph, exam date, subject, and center address.

Step 7. Download the PDF and take multiple printouts for future reference.

Direct Link: UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card

Essential Documents for Exam Day Mandatory Carry

Candidates must carry the following documents to the examination center. Entry will be strictly prohibited without them:

  • A clear printed copy of the UGC NET Admit Card 2025.
  • One original, valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driver’s License, Voter ID, or Passport).
  • One recent passport-sized photograph (preferably the same as the one used in the application).
  • It is imperative to thoroughly read all instructions printed on the admit card regarding prohibited items, reporting time, and COVID-19 protocols (if applicable).

The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a biannual national-level examination. It determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for:

  • The role of ‘Assistant Professor’ in Indian universities and colleges.
  • Award of ‘Junior Research Fellowship’ (JRF) for pursuing research.

The exam covers 83 subjects and comprises two papers – Paper I (Teaching and Research Aptitude) and Paper II (Subject-specific) – conducted in a single three-hour session.

The NTA and UGC have advised candidates to beware of fake websites and agents claiming to provide admit cards or examination assistance. All official information will only be communicated via the NTA website ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

Candidates facing technical difficulties during the download process can contact the NTA Help Desk for support.

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