The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release the admit cards for the University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2025 exam. Students who applied for this important exam can download their admit cards from the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in .
The UGC NET December 2025 exam is scheduled to begin on December 31, 2025 , and will continue until January 7, 2026 . Sources suggest that the admit cards might be available for download around December 27 or 28, 2025 . This is because NTA usually releases admit cards about four days before the exam starts. However, NTA has not yet given an official, fixed release date.
Candidates must download and print their admit card. It is a mandatory document. Without it, no student will be allowed to enter the examination hall. It is also important to carry a valid photo identification card along with the admit card on the day of the exam. This ensures a smooth entry to the exam center.
What is UGC NET?
The UGC NET exam is a national-level test for Indian citizens. It helps decide if a person is eligible for 'Assistant Professor' posts or 'Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor' posts in Indian universities and colleges. Many students take this exam to build a career in teaching and research. Passing this exam opens doors for higher education and academic jobs.
Key Dates for UGC NET December 2025
Here are the important dates related to the UGC NET December 2025 exam that all candidates should remember:
| Event | Date |
| UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card Release (Expected) | December 27 or 28, 2025 |
| UGC NET December 2025 Exam Starts | December 31, 2025 |
| UGC NET December 2025 Exam Ends | January 7, 2026 |
How to Download Your Admit Card Step-by-Step
Once the NTA officially releases the UGC NET December 2025 admit card, candidates can follow these simple steps to download it from the internet:
- First, go to the official NTA UGC NET website. The address is ugcnet.nta.ac.in .
- On the main page of the website, find and click on the link that says "UGC NET December Admit Card 2025". This link will become active once the admit cards are out.
- A new page will open. This is the login window for NTA.
- You will need to enter your application number . This is the unique number you received when you applied.
- Next, enter your date of birth in the correct format.
- Finally, enter the security pin (a set of characters or numbers) shown on the screen. This is for security checks.
- After filling in all details, click on the "Submit" button.
- Your UGC NET admit card will now appear on your computer or phone screen.
- Download the admit card file. It is best to save it as a PDF. Then, take a clear printout of the admit card. Make sure all details are visible and easy to read. You must carry this printout to the exam center.
Important Things to Remember for Exam Day
On the day of the UGC NET exam, every candidate must bring their printed admit card. It acts as your official pass to the exam hall. Along with the admit card, you must also carry one original government-issued photo identity card . This can be your Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driver's License, or Voter ID. Make sure the name on your ID matches the name printed on your admit card to avoid any problems at the entry gate.
Candidates should carefully check all details printed on their admit card immediately after downloading it. Check your name, photograph, signature, roll number, exam date, exam time, and the name and address of your exam center. If you find any mistake or are unable to download your admit card, you must contact the NTA helpdesk without delay.
Solving Admit Card Issues: Contact NTA
If you face any problem downloading your admit card or if there are any errors on it, you should quickly contact the NTA helpdesk. The helpline numbers are 8076535482 and 7703859909 . These numbers are available for calls on working days from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM .
The NTA has clearly stated that even if there is a problem or a mistake on the admit card, candidates should still appear for the exam with the admit card they have downloaded. The NTA will take the necessary steps to correct the records later. This means it is very important to download and print your admit card as soon as it is available, even if you notice a small error. Do not wait for corrections to be made before you print your admit card, as this could lead to missing the exam.
Students are strongly advised to regularly visit the official NTA UGC NET website for the most recent updates on the admit card release and any other important announcements regarding the exam. Keeping updated will help you stay prepared.
