UGC NET Exam Dates 2024 Announced: Key Details for Candidates

UGC NET Exam Dates 2024 Announced: Key Details for Candidates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the schedule for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2024 session. Initially, the exams were scheduled from January 1 to January 19, 2025. However, the updated timeline now confirms that the exams will be conducted between  January 3, 2025, and January 16, 2025.

This nationwide eligibility test is crucial for candidates aiming for:

1. The Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) award and appointment as Assistant Professors.
2. Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to Ph.D. programs.
3. Admission to Ph.D. programs only.

The UGC NET December 2024 session will cover  85 subjects and will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The exams will follow a two-shift schedule, with the first shift running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and the second from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Candidates are advised to keep a close eye on updates from the NTA. A week before the exam commences, the NTA will release an exam center detail slip, allowing candidates sufficient time to plan their travel and logistics. This slip will be followed by the release of admit cards which are mandatory for entry into the examination hall.

Aspiring candidates should regularly visit the official NTA website to stay updated on subject-wise exam schedules and other critical information.

For more details, visit the official UGC NET page or check the comprehensive schedule shared by NTA. Prepare thoroughly and ensure all documentation is ready ahead of the exam dates.