Sat Dec 21 14:48:29 UTC 2024: ## UGC NET December 2024 Exam Dates Announced: January 3-16, 2025

**New Delhi, [Date of Publication]** – The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the dates for the University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) December 2024. The computer-based test (CBT) will be held from January 3rd to 16th, 2025, in two sessions daily: 9 am to 12 noon and 3 pm to 6 pm.

The UGC NET is crucial for securing Junior Research Fellowships (JRFs), Assistant Professor positions, and admission to PhD programs. The exam comprises two papers: Paper 1, focusing on teaching/research aptitude and general awareness (50 MCQ questions, 100 marks), and Paper 2, assessing subject-specific knowledge (100 MCQ questions, 200 marks). The total exam duration is three hours without breaks. Question papers will be available in English and Hindi (except for language papers), with the English version considered final in case of discrepancies. Each question carries 2 marks, with no negative marking for incorrect answers.

Age limits apply to JRF eligibility, with a maximum age of 30 years as of January 1, 2025. Relaxations are provided for OBC-NCL, SC/ST, PwD, women, and candidates with research experience or specific degrees (LLM, Armed Forces). There is no age limit for Assistant Professor positions or PhD admissions.

Previous year’s cutoff scores for the UGC NET June 2024 are available on the official NTA website. Candidates are urged to review all exam details and instructions on the NTA website ([link to official website]) to ensure a smooth application and examination process.

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