The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the admit cards for the UGC NET December 2025 cycle. Candidates whose examination is scheduled for January 2, 2026, can now download their hall tickets from the agency's dedicated portal. This document is mandatory for entry into the examination centre.
How to Download Your UGC NET Admit Card 2025
To access the UGC NET hall ticket, candidates must follow a straightforward online process. The primary platform for this is the official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The download link is now active for those with the January 2 exam date.
The step-by-step procedure is as follows:
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Locate and click on the link that reads "Admit Card for UGC-NET December 2025".
- On the login page, enter your registered Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Type the security Captcha code as displayed on the screen.
- Click the 'Submit' button to proceed.
Your UGC NET admit card 2025 will then be displayed. It is crucial to download the PDF file and save a copy. Candidates must also take a clear, legible printout to carry to the examination centre. Electronic copies or soft displays on mobile phones are not permitted for entry.
UGC NET December 2025: Exam Schedule and Shift Timings
The UGC NET December 2025 examination is being conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across the nation. The testing window spans from December 31, 2025, to January 7, 2026. The exam covers a total of 85 different subjects.
NTA had previously communicated the allotted exam city and date to candidates via a city intimation slip. The daily exam schedule is divided into two shifts:
- First Shift: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
- Second Shift: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
It is imperative for candidates to report to the exam centre at the reporting time specified on their admit card. The authorities will strictly prohibit late entry, so arriving well in advance is highly recommended.
Critical Details and Instructions for Candidates
The UGC NET admit card is a vital document containing several key pieces of information. Candidates must meticulously verify the following details printed on it:
- Candidate's Name
- Roll Number
- Examination Date and Shift
- Reporting Time
- Full Address of the Exam Centre
Any discrepancy in these details should be addressed immediately. Candidates facing issues while downloading their hall ticket or spotting incorrect information should contact the NTA helpdesk for a prompt resolution.
For candidates whose exams are scheduled on dates other than January 2, 2026, the National Testing Agency has clarified that their admit cards will be released in due course, closer to their respective exam dates.
