To apply for UGC NET you need: Master's degree with at least 55% (50% for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD and third gender), or a four-year undergraduate degree with at least 75% (70% for reserved categories). The age limit is Maximum 30 years, calculated as on the first day of the exam month (for JRF only).
Educational qualification
Master's degree with at least 55% (50% for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD and third gender), or a four-year undergraduate degree with at least 75% (70% for reserved categories).
Age limit and relaxation
| Category | Upper age relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Maximum 30 years |
| OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / third gender / women | +5 years |
Post-wise age limits can differ. The official notification for each cycle is final.
Other conditions
- Nationality: Indian nationals.
- There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor or PhD admission eligibility.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,150 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third gender | ₹325 |