UGC NET Application Form 2024 is now available at www.ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Verify application costs, the online application process, form completion instructions, and other pertinent information here.
NTA administers the esteemed C NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test) twice a year to applicants for assistant professorial or junior research fellow seats. The official website, www.ugcnet.nta.nic.in, is where qualified applicants who want to work in academics can submit their application forms. On November 19, 2024, the UGC NET December 2024 online application forms window opened at https://ugcnet.ntaonline.in. Candidates can apply online for the UGC NET 2024 exam if they have a Master’s degree with at least 55% of the possible points.
Form for UGC NET 2024 Applications
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Opens | November 19, 2024 |
| Deadline for Online Application | December 10, 2024, 11:50 p.m. |
| Deadline to Pay the Fee | December 10, 2024, 11:50 p.m. |
| Application Form Correction | December 12–13, 2024, 11:50 p.m. |
| UGC NET Exam Dates | January 1–19, 2025 |
Qualifications for December 2024 UGC NET Exam
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (Master’s Degree) | At least 55% (without rounding off) in a Master’s degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognized university or institution. |
| Educational Qualification (Four-Year Undergraduate Degree) | For candidates with a four-year undergraduate degree: Minimum of 75% in the four-year program. Eligible for JRF but not Assistant Professor position. |
| Relaxation for Reserved Categories | A 5% mark relaxation for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/Economically Weaker Section (EWS). |
| Age Limit for JRF | Age limit is 30 years as on 01.06.2024 for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) candidates. |
| Age Limit for Assistant Professor | No age limit for Assistant Professor or PhD admission. |
Note: The eligibility requirements are subject to change based on the official guidelines provided by UGC. Please refer to the official notification for detailed and updated information.
UGC NET 2024 Application Fee
The application fee for UGC NET 2024 is based on the category of the candidate. Please ensure that the correct fee is paid according to your category. Payments can be made through:
- SBI, CANARA, ICICI, HDFC Bank
- Debit Card, Credit Card
- UPI
Note: Any other methods of payment will not be accepted.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | Rs. 1150/- |
| General-EWS/OBC-NCL | Rs. 600/- |
| SC/ST/PwD & Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
Please ensure that the fee is paid correctly to avoid delays or disqualification.
How to Fill Out the 2024 UGC NET Application Form
Please follow the steps below to successfully fill out the UGC NET 2024 application form:
- Visit the official website: UGC NET 2024 Application Form.
- On the homepage, click on the “New Registration” button to register as a new user, or click “SIGN IN” if you’re already registered.
- Enter your application number, password, and security pin, then click the “Login” button.
- Choose your preferred UGC NET exam center, exam medium, category, and fill in the status of Employment and status of Qualifying Exam.
- Provide your Educational Details such as the most recent qualification and percentage obtained.
- Enter your communication address, phone number, and email address.
- Upload your photo and signature. Both images must be in jpg/jpeg format with a white background.
- You will then be redirected to the payment page. The payment can be made either through online or offline mode.
- Click on the “SUBMIT” button after completing all the sections.
- Finally, download the confirmation page for future reference.
- Select your gender and enter your Aadhar card number when prompted.
Please ensure all information is accurate before submitting the form to avoid any issues.
Crucial Instructions for the Signature and Photo
Please adhere to the following guidelines when uploading your photo and signature for the UGC NET 2024 Application Form:
| Parameter | Photo | Signature |
|---|---|---|
| File Format | JPG or JPEG | JPG or JPEG |
| Size Range | 10 KB to 200 KB | 0 KB to 30 KB |
| Dimensions | Width: 3.5 cm, Height: 4.5 cm | Length: 3.5 cm, Height: 1.5 cm |
Please make sure that your photo and signature meet these specifications to avoid rejection of your application.
Documents Needed to Complete the 2024 UGC NET Application Form
Before completing the UGC NET Application Form online, ensure you have the following documents available:
- Your active cell phone number (to be confirmed via OTP).
- Your active email address (to be confirmed via OTP).
- Photographs</ that have been scanned and meet the required specifications.
- Scan of your signature in the prescribed format.
- Birth Certificate (for age verification).
- Caste Certificate, if applicable (for candidates belonging to reserved categories).
- Degree Certificate (for educational qualification verification), or a medical certificate for PWD candidates.
- Photo identification proof such as an Aadhar card or passport.
Ensure all documents are in the correct format and size as per the official requirements to avoid delays or rejection of your application.
UGC NET Subject List with Codes
When filling out their online application forms, candidates must select the UGC NET subject that aligns with their area of specialization in their post-graduate degree. If the subject of their post-graduation is not listed among the available subjects for UGC NET, candidates can opt for a related subject instead. Below is the complete list of UGC NET subjects along with their respective codes for reference:
| Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|
| 00 | General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (Paper -I) |
| 01 | Economics, Rural Economics, Co-operation, Demography, Development Planning, Development Studies, Econometrics, Applied Economics, Development Economics, Business Economics |
| 02 | Political Science |
| 03 | Philosophy |
| 04 | Psychology |
| 05 | Sociology |
| 06 | History |
| 07 | Anthropology |
| 08 | Commerce |
| 09 | Education |
| 10 | Social Work |
| 11 | Defence and Strategic Studies |
| 12 | Home Science |
| 14 | Public Administration |
| 15 | Population Studies |
| 16 | Music |
| 17 | Management (including Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Relations, Personnel Management, Financial Management, Co-operative Management) |
| 18 | Maithili |
| 19 | Bengali |
| 20 | Hindi |
| 21 | Kannada |
| 22 | Malayalam |
| 23 | Oriya |
| 24 | Punjabi |
| 25 | Sanskrit |
| 26 | Tamil |
| 27 | Telugu |
| 28 | Urdu |
| 29 | Arabic |
| 30 | English |
| 31 | Linguistics |
| 32 | Chinese |
| 33 | Dogri |
| 34 | Nepali |
| 35 | Manipuri |
| 36 | Assamese |
| 37 | Gujarati |
| 38 | Marathi |
| 39 | French (French Version) |
| 40 | Spanish |
| 41 | Russian |
| 42 | Persian |
| 43 | Rajasthani |
| 44 | German |
| 45 | Japanese |
| 46 | Adult Education, Continuing Education, Andragogy, Non-Formal Education |
| 47 | Physical Education |
| 49 | Arab Culture and Islamic Studies |
| 50 | Indian Culture |
| 55 | Labour Welfare, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Labour and Social Welfare, Human Resource Management |
| 58 | Law |
| 59 | Library and Information Science |
| 60 | Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian, and Peace Studies |
| 62 | Comparative Study of Religions |
| 63 | Mass Communication and Journalism |
| 65 | Performing Arts – Dance, Drama, Theatre |
| 66 | Museology & Conservation |
| 67 | Archaeology |
| 68 | Criminology |
| 70 | Tribal and Regional Language/Literature |
| 71 | Folk Literature |
| 72 | Comparative Literature |
| 73 | 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) |
| 74 | Women Studies |
| 79 | Visual Arts (including Drawing & Painting, Sculpture, Graphics, Applied Art, History of Art) |
| 80 | Geography |
| 81 | Social Medicine & Community Health |
| 82 | Forensic Science |
| 83 | Pali |
| 84 | Kashmiri |
| 85 | Konkani |
| 87 | Computer Science and Applications |
| 88 | Electronic Science |
| 89 | Environmental Sciences |
| 90 | Politics (including International Relations, International Studies, Defence/Strategic Studies, West Asian Studies, South East Asian Studies, African Studies, South Asian Studies, Soviet Studies, American Studies) |
| 91 | Prakrit |
| 92 | Human Rights and Duties |
| 93 | Tourism Administration and Management |
| 94 | Bodo |
| 95 | Santali |
| 100 | Yoga |
| 101 | Sindhi |
| 102 | Hindu Studies |
| 103 | Indian Knowledge System |