The UGC NET December 2022 exam for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor eligibility will be conducted from February 21 to March 10, 2023. The online application window is open from December 30, 2022, to January 17, 2023. The exam will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode, covering 83 subjects.
UGC NET December 2022 Exam Date and Application Details
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced the UGC NET December 2022 dates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor eligibility. The exam will be held from February 21 to March 10, 2023.
Key Details:
- Application Start Date: December 30, 2022
- Application Deadline: January 17, 2023
- Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Number of Subjects: 83
How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete the UGC NET application:
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on “Apply for UGC-NET December 2022”
- Fill out the registration form with personal and educational details
- Upload the required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
UGC-NET Exam Pattern and Eligibility
Exam Pattern:
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Number of Papers: 2 (Paper I and Paper II)
- Subjects Covered: 83
- Duration: 3 hours (without a break)
- Marking Scheme: No negative marking
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: Indian
- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories)
- Age Limit:
- JRF: Maximum 30 years
- Assistant Professor: No upper age limit
UGC NET December 2022: Important Dates Table
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | December 30, 2022 |
| Application End Date | January 17, 2023 |
| Exam Date | February 21 to March 10, 2023 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Why UGC-NET December 2022 Matters
- Qualification for JRF opens up research opportunities and funding.
- Assistant Professor eligibility increases employment opportunities in Indian universities and colleges.
- A good score improves chances for academic and research positions.
