The wait for hall tickets for one of India's most significant academic eligibility tests is nearly over. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is poised to release the UGC NET Admit Card 2025 on its official website in the coming days. Lakhs of aspirants who have registered for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test can soon access their crucial exam documentation online.
UGC NET 2025: Key Exam Dates and Schedule
The written examination for UGC NET 2025 is firmly scheduled to be held from December 31, 2025, to January 7, 2026. The NTA has confirmed that the test will be administered in two separate shifts daily. The first shift will run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, followed by the second shift from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Candidates must carefully note the date and shift mentioned on their individual admit cards.
Exam Pattern and Important Details for Candidates
The UGC NET 2025 will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT). The exam structure consists of a single paper divided into two distinct sections. Both sections will contain objective-type, multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
There will be no break between the two sections, and the total duration of the examination is three hours. Candidates will need to answer 150 questions carrying a total of 300 marks. While most of the question papers will be available in both English and Hindi, papers for specific language subjects will be an exception to this bilingual rule.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download UGC NET Admit Card 2025
Once the admit cards are live, candidates should follow these steps to download their UGC NET hall ticket seamlessly:
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- On the homepage, locate and click on the active link for "UGC NET Admit Card 2025".
- You will be prompted to enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and the Security Pin (Captcha) displayed on the screen.
- Click on the "Submit" or "Download Admit Card" button.
- Your UGC NET 2025 Admit Card will be displayed on the screen.
It is critically important to verify all the details printed on the admit card meticulously. Check for accuracy in your Name, Roll Number, Exam Date and Time, Exam Centre Address, and your Photograph and Signature. After verification, download the soft copy and take at least two clear printouts to carry to the examination centre. Candidates are strongly advised to keep visiting the official NTA website for the latest updates and the official notification confirming the admit card release.
