UGC NET Result 2025 LIVE: NTA December Scorecard Expected on Feb 4 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET Result 2025 on February 4, 2026, on its official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Nearly 2 lakh candidates who appeared for the examination conducted between December 31, 2025, and January 7, 2026 are eagerly waiting to check their UGC NET scorecard, percentile, and qualification status for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).

As per the latest official updates shared by NTA on social media, the result and scorecard download link will be activated under the Candidate Activity section. Candidates must keep their Application Number and Date of Birth ready to avoid last-minute hassle.

🔴 UGC NET December 2025 Result: Key Highlights

Exam Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name: University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET)
Session: December 2025
Exam Dates: December 31, 2025 to January 7, 2026
Provisional Answer Key Released: January 14, 2026
UGC NET Result Date: February 4, 2026 (Expected)
Official Website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in

📌 UGC NET Result 2025: What Candidates Should Know

The UGC NET December 2025 Result will be prepared on the basis of the final answer key, after considering all valid objections raised against the provisional key. The scorecard will display:

Candidate’s Name and Roll Number
Subject Applied For
Category
Marks obtained in Paper 1 and Paper 2
Total Percentile Score
Qualification Status for Assistant Professor / JRF

Candidates declared qualified must download and preserve the scorecard, as it will be required during e-certificate verification and recruitment processes.

🔗 Direct Link to Check UGC NET December 2025 Result

👉 UGC NET December 2025 Result Link – To be activated on February 4, 2026
(Available at ugcnet.nta.nic.in)

🧾 How to Download UGC NET Result 2025 Scorecard

Follow these simple steps once the result link is live:

Visit the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Go to the Candidate Activity section
Click on “UGC NET December 2025 Scorecard”
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth
Submit the details to view your result
Download the scorecard PDF and take printouts for future use

📊 UGC NET 2025 Qualification Criteria Explained

Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General category: 40% aggregate (Paper 1 + Paper 2)
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD): 35% aggregate
Top 6% Rule:
Only the top 6% of candidates (subject-wise and category-wise) are declared UGC NET qualified for Assistant Professor.
JRF Selection:
Among NET-qualified candidates, a limited number are awarded Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) based on higher merit and availability of slots.

🎯 Understanding Percentile Scores in UGC NET

Candidates must note that the UGC NET scorecard shows percentile scores, not raw percentages.
For example:

A 99 percentile means the candidate scored better than 99% of candidates in that subject and shift.

NTA uses a normalisation process to balance difficulty levels across multiple shifts, ensuring fairness for all candidates.

🎓 JRF & Assistant Professor Eligibility After Result

JRF Age Limit: Generally up to 30 years (age relaxations applicable as per norms)
Assistant Professor: No upper age limit
E-Certificate: Issued 15–30 days after result declaration, available on the official portal or DigiLocker

⚠️ Important Tips for Result Day

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Use Incognito Mode, clear cache, or try a different browser
Desktop browsers usually work better during peak hours
If credentials are lost, use “Forgot Application Number” option

✅ Conclusion

The UGC NET December 2025 Result, expected on February 4, 2026, is a crucial milestone for lakhs of aspirants aiming for Assistant Professor and JRF positions across India. Candidates are advised to regularly check ugcnet.nta.nic.in, keep login credentials ready, and download their scorecards immediately after release. Clearing UGC NET not only opens doors to teaching careers but also strengthens academic and research opportunities nationwide.