UGC NET December 2025 result out: What 5,100 JRF qualifiers should do next
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The UGC NET December 2025 results have been released, bringing clarity for nearly a million aspirants awaiting their academic and research eligibility status. The announcement outlines who qualifies for JRF, teaching roles, and PhD admissions and what steps candidates must take next.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the results of the UGC NET December 2025 examination, clearing the path for over 76,000 candidates to move ahead in their academic and research careers. The exam determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor positions, and admission to PhD programmes across Indian universities.
Held in computer-based mode between December 31, 2025 and January 7, 2026, the examination covered 85 subjects and was conducted across 663 centres in 283 cities. Of the 9.93 lakh candidates who registered, around 7.35 lakh appeared for the test, reflecting one of the largest participation levels in recent NET cycles.
According to official figures released by NTA:
5,108 candidates have qualified for both JRF and Assistant Professor eligibility
54,713 candidates are eligible for Assistant Professor posts and PhD admission
17,058 candidates have qualified for PhD admission only
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