The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the results for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2025 session. This national-level examination determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for ‘Assistant Professor’ as well as ‘Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor’ in Indian universities and colleges.
Thousands of candidates across the country can now access their scorecards and the final answer keys. This announcement follows the completion of the objection window for the provisional answer key, marking the final stage of the December cycle.
How to Check Your UGC NET December 2025 Results
To ensure a smooth experience while checking your results, follow these specific steps on the official NTA portal:
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Visit the Official Website: Navigate to ugcnet.nta.ac.in or nta.ac.in.
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Locate the Result Link: Click on the link titled “UGC NET December 2025 Scorecard.”
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Enter Credentials: Provide your Application Number and Date of Birth.
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Security Pin: Enter the captcha/security pin as displayed on the screen.
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Download & Print: Once the scorecard appears, download the PDF and take a printout for future reference during the certificate verification process.
Understanding the Final Answer Key and Cut-Off Marks
Along with the results, the NTA has released the Final Answer Key. This document is crucial because it contains the corrected answers after all candidate challenges were reviewed by subject experts.
How Cut-Offs Are Determined
The qualifying criteria for UGC NET remain stringent. Generally, candidates must secure at least 40% aggregate marks (for General category) and 35% (for reserved categories) in both papers combined to be considered for the merit list.
The cut-off marks vary by subject and are influenced by:
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The total number of candidates appearing in a specific subject.
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The overall difficulty level of the December 2025 papers.
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The performance of candidates within specific categories (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, EWS).
JRF vs. Assistant Professorship: What Your Result Means
When you view your scorecard, your status will indicate one of three outcomes:
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Qualified for JRF and Assistant Professor: You are eligible for both a fellowship for research and recruitment as an Assistant Professor.
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Qualified for Assistant Professor only: You are eligible for teaching positions but not for the JRF scholarship.
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Not Qualified: You did not meet the required cut-off for this cycle.
Note on Validity: The certificate for Assistant Professorship is valid for a lifetime. However, the JRF award letter is valid for three years from the date of issue of the result.
Next Steps After Qualifying
If you have successfully cleared the UGC NET December 2025 exam, here is what you should prepare for next:
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Download E-Certificate: The NTA will soon release the digital certificates on the official website. These are required for job applications.
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Update Your CV: Ensure your qualification is clearly listed for upcoming recruitment cycles in Central and State universities.
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JRF Enrollment: If you qualified for JRF, start looking for PhD programs in your chosen field to utilize your fellowship.
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DigiLocker: Candidates can often find their verified certificates in the DigiLocker app shortly after the result declaration.
Key Takeaways for Candidates
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Official Source: Always use the .nic.in or .ac.in NTA domains to avoid phishing sites.
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No Re-Evaluation: The NTA does not permit re-checking or re-evaluation of the final scores after the results are declared.
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Scorecard Storage: Keep a digital copy of your scorecard in a secure cloud drive, as the download link may not remain active indefinitely.
