UGC NET December 2025 Cut-Off Released: See If You’ve Qualified for JRF, Assistant Professor or PhD
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the cut-off marks for the UGC NET December 2025 examination, enabling candidates to check whether they have qualified for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professorship, or PhD admission.
The cut-offs have been published subject-wise and category-wise on the official UGC NET portal for all candidates who appeared in this session. Those who score equal to or above the specified marks are considered qualified in their respective categories.
What the Cut-Off Means
The UGC NET cut-off marks are used to decide eligibility for different academic paths:
- JRF (Junior Research Fellowship): Candidates who meet the highest cut-off are eligible for research fellowships and can pursue doctoral studies with financial support.
- Assistant Professor: Clearing this cut-off makes candidates eligible to apply for college and university teaching positions.
- PhD Admission: Those who meet the PhD-only criteria can use their score to apply for doctorate programmes.
The cut-offs vary significantly based on subject, category (General/ OBC/ SC/ ST/ EWS), and difficulty level of the paper. Candidates must refer to the official PDF on the NTA UGC NET site to check detailed marks for their specific subject and category.
Example: Key Subject Cut-Offs (UR Category)
Here’s a quick look at select subject cut-offs for the Unreserved (General) category published in the official list:
| Subject | JRF Cut-Off | Assistant Prof | PhD Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | 232 | 200 | 170 |
| Political Science | 214 | 188 | 164 |
| Psychology | 234 | 206 | 182 |
| Sociology | 232 | 208 | 180 |
| History | 216 | 192 | 168 |
| Commerce | 218 | 186 | 158 |
| English | 186 | 164 | 146 |
⚠️ Note: These are only a few examples. The complete cut-off list covers all 80+ subjects and every category.
How to Check Your Cut-Off
- Visit the official UGC NET website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Look for the link titled “December 2025 Cut-Off Marks PDF”.
- Download and open the PDF file.
- Find your subject and reservation category to check the cut-off for JRF, Assistant Professor, or PhD.
What to Do Next
- Qualified for JRF: Prepare for fellowship documentation and explore PhD admissions with financial support.
- Qualified for Assistant Professor: Start applying to colleges and universities for teaching roles.
- PhD-Only Qualification: Candidates can apply directly to doctorate programmes in Indian universities.
Candidates are advised to keep their scorecards ready when applying to institutions and to check for any updates or announcements on the official portal.