The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the UGC NET / JRF December 2024 Examination. This exam is a gateway for aspiring researchers and professors to qualify for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professorship in Indian universities.
Candidates can apply online from 19 November 2024 to 10 December 2024. In this article, you’ll find a complete list of subjects, eligibility criteria, application fee details, and step-by-step instructions to fill out the form.
NTA UGC NET December 2024 Overview
| Exam Name | UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) / Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Frequency | Twice a year (June and December) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Purpose | Eligibility for Assistant Professorship and Junior Research Fellowship |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 19 November 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 December 2024 |
| Fee Submission Last Date | 11 December 2024 |
| Correction Window | 12-13 December 2024 |
| Exam Dates | 01-19 January 2025 |
| Admit Card Availability | Before Exam |
| Result Announcement | To Be Notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | ₹1150/- |
| EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Transgender | ₹325/- |
Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Master’s Degree: Candidates must have completed or be appearing in a Master’s Degree in a relevant subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).
4-Year Bachelor’s Degree:
Candidates with integrated or professional bachelor’s degrees in relevant fields may also apply as per UGC guidelines.
Age Limit:
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum age 31 years (age relaxation applicable for reserved categories).
Assistant Professorship (NET): No upper age limit.
Complete Subject List for UGC NET 2024
The UGC NET exam offers eligibility for 84 subjects, covering arts, humanities, sciences, and technical fields. Below is the full subject list:
| S. No. | Subject Name | S. No. | Subject Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adult Education/ Continuing Education | 44 | Maithili |
| 2 | Anthropology | 45 | Malayalam |
| 3 | Arab Culture and Islamic Studies | 46 | Management (Marketing, Financial, HR, etc.) |
| 4 | Arabic | 47 | Manipuri |
| 5 | Archaeology | 48 | Marathi |
| 6 | Assamese | 49 | Mass Communication & Journalism |
| 7 | Bengali | 50 | Museology & Conservation |
| 8 | Bodo | 51 | Music |
| 9 | Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian, & Peace Studies | 52 | Nepali |
| 10 | Chinese | 53 | Oriya |
| 11 | Commerce | 54 | Pali |
| 12 | Comparative Literature | 55 | Performing Arts – 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 and International Relations |
| 18 | Economics / Applied 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 | 68 | Sanskrit |
| 26 | Geography | 69 | Sanskrit Traditional Subjects |
| 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 & Management |
| 36 | Japanese | 79 | Tribal and Regional Language/Literature |
| 37 | Kannada | 80 | Urdu |
| 38 | Kashmiri | 81 | Visual Arts (Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, etc.) |
| 39 | Konkani | 82 | Women’s Studies |
| 40 | Labour Welfare / HR Management | 83 | Yoga |
| 41 | Law | 84 | Disaster Management |
| 42 | Library and Information Science | 85 | Ayurveda Biology |
| 43 | Linguistics | – | N/A |
This extensive list covers all major disciplines recognized by UGC, offering candidates vast opportunities across various fields.
How to Apply for NTA UGC NET December 2024?
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Registration: Visit the NTA UGC NET Official Website and register using your email ID and phone number.
2. Fill the Application Form: Enter personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
3. Upload Documents:
Scanned Photograph (10-200 KB).
Scanned Signature (4-30 KB).
Identity Proof and relevant certificates.
4. Pay Application Fee: Complete the payment using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
5. Review and Submit: Verify all details before submission. Take a printout for future reference.
Exam Pattern
The exam comprises two papers:
- Paper 1: General Teaching Aptitude (50 Questions, 100 Marks)
- Paper 2: Subject-Specific (100 Questions, 200 Marks)
Total Duration: 3 Hours
Mode: Online (CBT)Important Links
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