The UGC NET (University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test) is one of India’s prominent eligibility exams for recruitment of Assistant Professors and awarding Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). As per recent announcements, the December 2025 session will be held across 85 subjects. In this post, we’ll present the full subject list with their codes and also highlight how the syllabus is structured for both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
What’s Changed? Key Updates in the Revised Schedule
Here are the main changes from the original timetable:
| Class / Exam | Subject(s) Affected | Original Date | Revised Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 11 (HSE Part I) | Physics, Home Science (Elective), History, Public Administration, Management of Resources, Business Mathematics | 10 September 2025 | 25 September 2025 (Thursday) |
| Class 10 (SSE) | English | 10 September 2025 | 26 September 2025 (Friday) |
The exam timing and exam centres / venues remain unchanged as per earlier notification. Only the dates have been shifted.
This revision is specifically for those papers that were postponed and does not affect all subjects. Students whose papers were not postponed should still follow the earlier published schedule.
Why the Schedule Was Revised
The papers scheduled for 10 September 2025 were postponed owing to law and order disturbances in parts of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
To avoid overlap with other state or national level exams and to give students additional preparation time, the Board adjusted these dates accordingly.
What Stays the Same
While the dates for some exams have changed, several things remain as they were:
Exam centres / venue locations are unchanged.
Exam timing (reporting time / duration) remains the same as announced earlier.
All other postponed papers mentioned in the original schedule are now re-scheduled to either 25th or 26th September for the affected subjects. Students must ensure they refer to the revised date sheet for their specific subject.
Subjects & Classes Affected
Class 11 (HSE Part I / Bi-Annual / Annual Private): The affected subjects are Physics, Home Science (Elective), History, Public Administration, Management of Resources, Business Mathematics. These will be conducted on 25 September 2025.
Class 10 (SSE / Bi-Annual / Annual Private): The subject English exam is rescheduled to 26 September 2025.
Students whose papers were not one of these, or whose exams were not postponed, follow existing schedule.
What Students Need to Do
To avoid confusion and ensure readiness, students should:
Download the Revised Date Sheet PDF from JKBOSE’s official site: jkbose.nic.in
Check your subject / exam paper to see if your exam date was revised. If yes, note the new date clearly.
Make note of unchanged details: exam centre, reporting time, and exam venue — these remain as earlier announced.
Ensure your admit card / hall ticket is valid for the revised dates. Carry the same ticket if valid; check with school or board if amendments are needed.
Reach the exam centre in time — at least 30 minutes before the reporting time to avoid last-minute hassles.
Follow all guidelines: required stationery, dress code (if any), rules about prohibited items, safety protocols etc.
Where to Download the Revised Date Sheet & Official Notification
JKBOSE official website → check in the Notifications / Datesheets section. Latest date sheet PDF can be downloaded from there.
The official notification was issued under reference number F(Acad-C)/PP/Ann(Pvt)/BA/X/XI/2025, dated 16-09-2025.
UGC NET Subject List 2025 with Codes
UGC NET Subject List 2025 with CodesCandidates must choose one subject (Paper 2) from the official list of 85 subjects. Below is a sample of the subject–code pairs; you should refer to the official Appendix in the UGC NET information bulletin for the complete list.
| Subject Code | Subject Name |
|---|---|
| 01 | Economics |
| 02 | Political Science |
| 03 | Philosophy |
| 04 | Psychology |
| 05 | Sociology |
| 06 | History |
| 07 | Anthropology |
| 08 | Commerce |
| 09 | Education |
| 10 | Social Work |
| 11 | Defence & Strategic Studies |
| 12 | Home Science |
| 14 | Public Administration |
| 15 | Population Studies |
| 16 | Music |
| 17 | Management |
| 19 | Bengali |
| 20 | Hindi |
| 21 | Kannada |
| … | … |
| 87 | Computer Science & Applications |
| 94 | Bodo |
Note: This is not the full list. The official notification PDF (Appendix II) contains all 85 subjects and their respective codes. UGC NET 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview
UGC NET 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus OverviewUnderstanding the structure and syllabus is crucial for effective preparation. The UGC NET exam comprises two papers:
| Paper | Nature | No. of Questions | Marks | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Common to all candidates | 50 | 100 | Teaching & Research Aptitude + General topics |
| Paper 2 | Subject-specific | 100 | 200 | Based on the chosen subject from the 85-subject list |
There is no negative marking in either paper. The total duration is 3 hours (180 minutes).
Paper 1: Common Syllabus Units
Paper 1 is designed to test general abilities, teaching aptitude, and research skills. It consists of 10 units:
Teaching Aptitude
Research Aptitude
Comprehension
Communication
Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude
Logical Reasoning
Data Interpretation
Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
People, Development & Environment
Higher Education System: Governance, Polity & Administration
Each unit covers several subtopics — for example, in “Research Aptitude” you will find topics like methods of research, steps of research, research ethics, thesis writing, etc.
Paper 2: Subject-Specific Syllabus
Paper 2 consists of questions based on your chosen subject. For instance:
If you select Political Science, your syllabus will cover topics like political theory, Indian government, public policy, comparative politics, international relations, etc.
If you choose Computer Science & Applications, then discrete structures, algorithms, software engineering, computer architecture, etc. will form parts of your syllabus.
Syllabi for all 85 subjects are available for download from the official UGC NET / NTA website, often published along with the examination’s information bulletin.
Tips & Takeaways for Aspirants
Tips & Takeaways for AspirantsAlways refer to the official UGC NET notification PDF (especially Appendix II) to get the authoritative list of subjects and exact codes.
Choose the subject in which you have specialization or strong preparation background (e.g., your master’s subject).
Download the subject-wise syllabus PDF and make a topic-by-topic study plan.
For Paper 1, practice from past year questions across all 10 units to build speed and accuracy.
Keep an eye on any changes in syllabus or addition of new subjects (e.g. some sources mention Ayurveda Biology added recently).
What’s Changed? Key Updates in the Revised Schedule
Here are the main changes from the original timetable:
| Class / Exam | Subject(s) Affected | Original Date | Revised Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 11 (HSE Part I) | Physics, Home Science (Elective), History, Public Administration, Management of Resources, Business Mathematics | 10 September 2025 | 25 September 2025 (Thursday) |
| Class 10 (SSE) | English | 10 September 2025 | 26 September 2025 (Friday) |
The exam timing and exam centres / venues remain unchanged as per earlier notification. Only the dates have been shifted.
This revision is specifically for those papers that were postponed and does not affect all subjects. Students whose papers were not postponed should still follow the earlier published schedule.
Why the Schedule Was Revised
The papers scheduled for 10 September 2025 were postponed owing to law and order disturbances in parts of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
To avoid overlap with other state or national level exams and to give students additional preparation time, the Board adjusted these dates accordingly.
What Stays the Same
While the dates for some exams have changed, several things remain as they were:
Exam centres / venue locations are unchanged.
Exam timing (reporting time / duration) remains the same as announced earlier.
All other postponed papers mentioned in the original schedule are now re-scheduled to either 25th or 26th September for the affected subjects. Students must ensure they refer to the revised date sheet for their specific subject.
Subjects & Classes Affected
Class 11 (HSE Part I / Bi-Annual / Annual Private): The affected subjects are Physics, Home Science (Elective), History, Public Administration, Management of Resources, Business Mathematics. These will be conducted on 25 September 2025.
Class 10 (SSE / Bi-Annual / Annual Private): The subject English exam is rescheduled to 26 September 2025.
Students whose papers were not one of these, or whose exams were not postponed, follow existing schedule.
What Students Need to Do
To avoid confusion and ensure readiness, students should:
Download the Revised Date Sheet PDF from JKBOSE’s official site: jkbose.nic.in
Check your subject / exam paper to see if your exam date was revised. If yes, note the new date clearly.
Make note of unchanged details: exam centre, reporting time, and exam venue — these remain as earlier announced.
Ensure your admit card / hall ticket is valid for the revised dates. Carry the same ticket if valid; check with school or board if amendments are needed.
Reach the exam centre in time — at least 30 minutes before the reporting time to avoid last-minute hassles.
Follow all guidelines: required stationery, dress code (if any), rules about prohibited items, safety protocols etc.
Where to Download the Revised Date Sheet & Official Notification
JKBOSE official website → check in the Notifications / Datesheets section. Latest date sheet PDF can be downloaded from there.
The official notification was issued under reference number F(Acad-C)/PP/Ann(Pvt)/BA/X/XI/2025, dated 16-09-2025.
