UGC NET Result 2026 for the December 2025 session has been officially declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on 4th February 2026. Candidates who appeared in the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) can now check and download their results online.
UGC NET Result 2026 Out – 4th February 2026
Result Overview
- Exam Name: UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test)
- Session: December 2025 – January 2026
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Result Declaration Date: 4th February 2026
- Purpose: Determines eligibility for Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and related academic roles.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UGC NET Exam | 31st Dec 2025 – 7th Jan 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | 14th Jan 2026 |
| Objection Window | 14–17 Jan 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | Before Result |
| Result Declaration | 4th February 2026 |
Direct Result Link
Candidates can download their scorecard and result from the official portals below once the result link is active:
How to Download UGC NET Result 2026
Follow these steps to get your UGC NET scorecard:
- Visit ugcnet.nta.nic.in (or nta.ac.in).
- On the homepage, find the UGC NET Result 2026 link.
- Click the result link and enter your Application Number / Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit details, and your scorecard/result will be displayed.
- Download and save a copy for future use (admissions/appointments).
What the Result Shows
Your UGC NET scorecard will include:
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Subject-wise marks obtained
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Percentile score
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Qualifying status (whether qualified for JRF, Assistant Professor or both)
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Category-wise cut-off and eligibility information
What’s Next After the Result
Once you qualify for UGC NET:
✔️ Eligibility for Assistant Professor in universities & colleges
✔️ Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) for research funding opportunities
✔️ PhD admissions (in many institutes)
✔️ Apply for teaching/research roles in academic and research institutions
