Candidates who have been waiting for the UGC NET Result 2026 can finally look forward to positive news. UGC NET Result 2026 is set to be released today, February 4, 2026, by the National Testing Agency. Once announced, candidates will be able to check and download their scorecards online using their login details.
National Testing Agency (NTA)
UGC NET Result 2026
Short Details of Notification
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Date: 07 October 2025 • Application Begins: 07 October 2025 • Apply Last Date: 07 November 2025 • Last Date for Fee: 07 November 2025 • Correction Date: 10 to 12 November 2025 • Admit Card Date: 27 December 2025 • Exam Date: December 31, 2025, to January 7, 2026 • Result: 4 February 2026 👉 Candidates are advised to verify the details from the official website of NTA UGC NET JRF. | • General / Unreserved (UR): ₹1150/- • OBC (NCL) / EWS: ₹600/- • SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: ₹325/- 👉 Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: • Debit Card • Credit Card • Internet Banking • IMPS • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
| Age limit as on 27 September 2025 | Total Post |
| • Minimum Age: N.A • Maximum Age: 30 Years 👉 For complete details, candidates are advised to read the official NTA UGC NET JRF December 2025 Notification carefully before applying online. | N/A For complete details, candidates are advised to read the official NTA UGC NET JRF December 2025 Notification carefully before applying online. |
UGC NET December 2025 Notification: Education Qualification
- For Assistant Professor and JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)
- Candidates must have completed or be appearing in the Master’s Degree or equivalent examination from a recognised university/institution.
- Minimum Marks Required
- General/Unreserved candidates must have at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in a Master’s Degree or equivalent exam.
- For OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender candidates, 50% marks are required.
- Subjects Accepted
- The subject of the Master’s degree should be the same or closely related to the subject selected for the UGC NET exam.
- Subjects Accepted
- Candidates who are appearing in their final year of a Master’s degree or awaiting results are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their degree within the specified time.
- Ph.D. Degree Holders
- Candidates who completed a PhD and whose Master’s exam was done before 19 September 1991, are eligible for 5% relaxation in aggregate marks (i.e., from 55% to 50%).
How to Download a UGC NET Result 2026
- Go to the official website of the UGC NET: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- On the homepage, find the “UGC NET December 2025 Result 2026” and click on it
- Enter your Application Number, Password, and the Security Pin shown on the screen, then click the Submit button.
- Your UGC NET Scorecard 2026 will appear on the screen.
- Download the scorecard and take a printout for future reference.
Details Mentioned in UGC NET Result 2026
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Subject Name & Cod
- Paper 1 Marks
- Paper 2 Marks
- Total Marks Obtained
- Percentile Score
- Category (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS)
- Qualifying Status (Assistant Professor / JRF / Both)
UGC NET December 2025 Notification: Selection Process Stages
UGC NET December 2025 Notification Selection Process:
🔹 Selection Stages
1. Written Examination (Online CBT Mode)
• Two Papers: Paper I (General) and Paper II (Subject-Specific)
• Both conducted in a single 3-hour session.
• No negative marking.
2. Final Merit & Qualification
• Candidates must score minimum qualifying marks in both papers.
• Separate cut-offs are released for JRF and Assistant Professor eligibility.
• Final merit is based on aggregate marks of Paper I + Paper II.
✅ Note: Qualifying UGC NET makes candidates eligible for Assistant Professor or JRF, depending on marks and age criteria.
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Download Result Card | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Bulletin | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
UGC NET Result 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When will the UGC NET Result 2026 be released?
Ans. UGC NET Result 2026 is released on 4 February 2026 by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Q2. Where can I check the UGC NET Result 2026?
Ans. You can check your result on the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Q3. What details are required to check the result?
Ans. You need your Application Number, Date of Birth / Password.
Q4. Can I download my UGC NET scorecard?
Ans. Yes, after login you can download and print your scorecard.
Q5. What information is mentioned on the scorecard?
Ans. Marks, percentile, subject, category, and qualifying status (JRF / Assistant Professor).
Q6. What if I forget my login details?
Ans. Use the Forgot Application Number/Password option on the login page.
Q7. Will cut-off marks be released with the result?
Ans. Yes, category-wise cut off marks are released along with the result.
Q8. What is the qualifying status in UGC NET?
Ans. It shows whether you qualified for Assistant Professor, JRF, or both.
Q9. Is there any rechecking or re-evaluation?
Ans. No, NTA does not allow rechecking or re-evaluation.
Q10. What should I do after qualifying UGC NET?
Ans. You can apply for Assistant Professor jobs or PhD admission.
