Nov 24, 2024
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET / JRF December 2024 Notification. Aspiring candidates aiming for eligibility as an Assistant Professor or for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) can now apply online. The application window is open from November 19, 2024, to December 10, 2024. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to enhance their academic or research careers. Below, we’ve provided detailed information about eligibility, subject options, age limits, required documents, and how to apply for the UGC NET 2024 Exam.
Application Start Date: November 19, 2024
Candidates can begin submitting their online applications from this date.
Last Date to Apply Online: December 10, 2024
Ensure you complete your application process before the deadline.
Fee Payment Deadline: December 11, 2024
The last date to pay the application fee is one day after the application closing date.
Application Correction Window: December 12–13, 2024
Applicants can make corrections to their submitted applications during this period.
Exam Dates: January 1–19, 2025
The UGC NET exam will be held across multiple days in January 2025.
Admit Card Release Date: Before the Exam
The admit cards will be made available on the official portal before the examination date.
Result Declaration: To Be Announced
General Category: ₹1150
EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): ₹600
SC / ST / PH (PwD): ₹325
Payment Methods for UGC NET Application Fee
Candidates can pay the examination fee using any of the following secure payment options:
Debit Card
Credit Card
Net Banking
E-Challan (to be generated online and paid at designated bank branches)
Important Notes for Fee Payment
The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Ensure you use an active and secure payment method for hassle-free transactions.
Keep the transaction receipt or payment confirmation for future reference.
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):
Maximum Age: 31 Years (as of the application closing date).
NET (Assistant Professor):
No Age Limit: Candidates of any age can apply if they meet the educational qualifications.
Age Relaxation for JRF
Candidates belonging to specific categories are eligible for relaxation in the upper age limit as per the UGC NET December 2024 guidelines:
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, ST, and PwD Categories: Relaxation of 5 years (up to 36 years).
Candidates with Research Experience: Equivalent relaxation for the duration of research work (subject to a maximum of 5 years).
Women Candidates: Eligible for a relaxation of up to 5 years.
Armed Forces Personnel: Relaxation as per government norms.
Why Is the Age Limit Important?
The age criteria help determine eligibility for the Junior Research Fellowship, while the absence of an age limit for the NET (Assistant Professor) provides flexibility for candidates aspiring for teaching roles in higher education institutions.
UGC NET December 2024: Educational Eligibility
Master’s Degree Qualification:
Candidates must have passed or are appearing in the final year of their Master’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university.
A minimum of 55% marks is required for General and Unreserved categories.
50% marks are acceptable for candidates from reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, PwD).
4-Year Bachelor’s Degree Eligibility:
Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in specific professional fields (such as Engineering, Technology, or other equivalent qualifications) are also eligible to apply.
Subjects Eligible for UGC NET
The exam covers a broad range of subjects. Candidates must select a subject relevant to their post-graduation specialization.
Why Is Academic Qualification Important for UGC NET?
Meeting the educational qualifications ensures eligibility to compete for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions. Candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be allowed to appear for the exam.
Key Notes:
Final-year Master’s degree students can also apply, provided they fulfill the minimum marks criteria upon graduation.
Candidates must verify their academic records and upload relevant documents during the application process.
Subject Categories for UGC NET 2024
Adult Education: Includes Continuing Education, Andragogy, and Non-Formal Education.
Anthropology
Arab Culture and Islamic Studies
Arabic Language
Archaeology
Assamese Language
Bengali Language
Bodo Language
Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian, and Peace Studies
Chinese Language
Commerce
Comparative Literature
Comparative Study of Religions
Computer Science and Applications
Criminology
Defence and Strategic Studies
Dogri Language
Economics: Includes Rural Economics, Demography, Development Studies, Econometrics, Business Economics, and more.
Education
Electronic Science
English Language and Literature
Environmental Sciences
Folk Literature
Forensic Science
French Language
Geography
German Language
Gujarati Language
Hindi Language
Hindu Studies
History
Home Science
Human Rights and Duties
Indian Culture
Indian Knowledge System
Japanese Language
Kannada Language
Kashmiri Language
Konkani Language
Labour Welfare and Human Resource Management: Includes Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, and Labour Welfare.
Law
Library and Information Science
Linguistics
Maithili Language
Malayalam Language
Management: Includes Business Administration, Marketing, Financial Management, and Industrial Relations.
Manipuri Language
Marathi Language
Mass Communication and Journalism
Museology and Conservation
Music
Nepali Language
Oriya Language
Pali Language
Performing Arts: Includes Dance, Drama, and Theatre.
Persian Language
Philosophy
Physical Education
Political Science
Politics and International Relations: Includes International Studies, Defence and Strategic Studies, and Area Studies.
Population Studies
Prakrit Language
Psychology
Public Administration
Punjabi Language
Rajasthani Language
Russian Language
Sanskrit Language
Sanskrit Traditional Subjects: Includes Jyotisha, Vyakarana, Mimamsa, Navya Nyaya, and more.
Santali Language
Sindhi Language
Social Medicine and Community Health
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish Language
Tamil Language
Telugu Language
Tourism Administration and Management
Tribal and Regional Language/Literature
Urdu Language
Visual Arts: Includes Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Graphics, and Art History.
Women Studies
Yoga
Disaster Management
Ayurveda Biology
Key Notes for Candidates
Select a subject that aligns with your postgraduate specialization.
Ensure you prepare thoroughly in the chosen subject to maximize your chances of success.
Cross-check the detailed syllabus for your subject on the official UGC NET portal.
Read the Official Notification
Before proceeding, carefully read the UGC NET December 2024 Notification available on the official NTA website. Understand the eligibility criteria, document requirements, and other important details.
Application Dates
The application window is open from November 19, 2024, to December 10, 2024. Submit your form within this period to avoid last-minute issues.
Prepare Required Documents
Ensure you have the following documents ready:
Eligibility Certificates: Proof of your educational qualifications.
ID Proof: Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, or any other government-issued ID.
Address Details: Complete and accurate address information.
Photograph and Signature: Scanned copies as per the required specifications.
Filling Out the Online Form
Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Log in to complete the application form with your personal, academic, and contact details.
Upload Scanned Documents
Upload your passport-size photograph, signature, and ID proof in the required formats. Ensure the files meet the specified size and resolution.
Review the Application Form
Before submitting, carefully review all the details entered. Check each section for accuracy to avoid rejection during verification.
Pay the Application Fee
Complete the payment of the application fee using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Submit and Print the Application Form
After successful submission, download and print the final application form. Keep a copy for future reference.
Apply Online: click here
Notification: click here
Syllabus: click here
UGC NET Official Website: click here
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