UGC NET Subjects List 2025 - Check all 83 Subjects Name with Code, Syllabus

UGC NET Subjects List 2025 - Check all 83 Subjects Name with Code, Syllabus

Edited By Namritha Bachwal | Updated on Apr 08, 2025 02:46 PM IST | #UGC NET
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UGC NET Subjects List 2025 - National Testing Agency releases the list of UGC NET 2025 subjects in online mode for the benefit of applicants. Candidates can access the list of UGC NET subjects at ugcnetonline.in. To be eligible for a certain subject, candidates must possess a master's degree in that subject. Candidates interested in applying for the UGC NET exam can find out more about the subject list on this page.

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  1. UGC NET Exam Dates 2025
  2. UGC NET Subject List
  3. UGC NET preparation tips
  4. UGC NET Best Books
UGC NET Subjects List 2025 - Check all 83 Subjects Name with Code, Syllabus
UGC NET Subjects List 2025 - Check all 83 Subjects Name with Code, Syllabus

There are a total of 85 UGC NET subjects 2025. Candidates can pick the subject they are eligible to attempt during the UGC NET 2025 application process. Candidates must go through the subject list of UGC NET 2025, as the detailed syllabus for each subject is also released in online mode along with the list.

UGC NET Exam Dates 2025

Candidates can check the UGC NET 2025 exam dates along with other important dates for December 2025 session in the table below.

UGC NET Important Dates 2025

Events

Dates June 2025 Session

Dates December 2025 Session

UGC NET apply online 2025

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

Last dates for online application

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

Fee payment last date (online)

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

UGC NET application form correction date

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

UGC NET admit card

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

UGC NET exam date

To Be Announced

To Be Announced

UGC NET Subject List

Candidates willing to apply for the UGC NET 2025 exam must check the complete subject list of UGC NET 2025. NTA has also provided the UGC NET syllabus according to the UGC NET subject list. Check the table below for the UGC NET 2025 subject list and subject code.

List of UGC NET Subjects

Subject

Subject

Code

Adult Education/ Continuing Education/ Andragogy/ Non Formal Education.

46

Anthropology

7

Arab Culture and Islamic Studies

49

Arabic

29

Archaeology

67

Assamese

36

Bengali

19

Bodo

94

Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian and Peace Studies

60

Chinese

32

Commerce

8

Comparative Literature

72

Comparative Study of Religions

62

Computer Science and Applications

87

Criminology

68

Defence and Strategic Studies

11

Dogri

33

Economics / Rural Economics /Cooperation / Demography / Development Planning/ Development Studies / Econometrics/ Applied Economics/Development Economics/Business

Economics

1

Education

9

Electronic Science

88

English

30

Environmental Sciences

89

Folk Literature

71

Forensic Science

82

French (French Version)

39

Geography

80

German

44

Gujarati

37

Hindi

20

Hindu Studies

102

History

6

Home Science

12

Human Rights and Duties

92

Indian Culture

50

Indian Knowledge System

103

Japanese

45

Kannada

21

Kashmiri

84

Konkani

85

Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/

Labour and Social Welfare/Human Resource Management

55

Law

58

Library and Information Science

59

Linguistics

31

Maithili

18

Malayalam

22

Management (including Business Admn. Mgt./Marketing/ Marketing Mgt./Industrial Relations and Personnel Mgt./ Personnel Mgt./Financial Mgt./Co-operative Management)

17

Manipuri

35

Marathi

38

Mass Communication and Journalism

63

Museology & Conservation

66

Music

16

Nepali

34

Oriya

23

Pali

83

Performing Art - Dance/Drama/Theatre

65

Persian

42

Philosophy

3

Physical Education

47

Political Science

2

Politics including International Relations/International Studies including Defence/Strategic Studies, West Asian Studies, South East Asian Studies, African Studies, South Asian Studies, Soviet

Studies, American Studies.

90

Population Studies

15

Prakrit

91

Psychology

4

Public Administration

14

Punjabi

24

Rajasthani

43

Russian

41

Sanskrit

25

Sanskrit traditional subjects (including Jyotisha/Siddhanta Jyotish/ Navya Vyakarna/ Vyakarna/ Mimansa/ Navya Nyaya/ Sankhya Yoga/ Tulanatmaka Darshan/ Shukla Yajurveda/ Madhav

Vedant/ Dharmasasta/ Sahitya/ Puranotihasa /Agama).

73

Santali

95

Sindhi

101

Social Medicine & Community Health

81

Social Work

10

Sociology

5

Spanish

40

Tamil

26

Telugu

27

Tourism Administration and Management.

93

Tribal and Regional Language/Literature

70

Urdu

28

Visual Art (including Drawing & Painting/Sculpture

Graphics/Applied Art/History of Art)

79

Women Studies

74

Disaster Management104
Ayurveda Biology105

Yoga

100

UGC NET preparation tips

Candidates can follow the UGC NET 2025 preparation tips given below to boost their preparation.

  • Acquaint yourself with the UGC NET 2025 syllabus and exam pattern before preparation.

  • Create a robust UGC NET study plan before beginning your preparation.

  • Pick the best UGC NET books for preparation, take notes from them and revise often.

  • Practice solving UGC NET mock tests and previous years question papers.

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UGC NET Best Books

In order to prepare for your exam, it is important for the candidates to pick the best books for UGC NET. By going through the best books, candidates can prepare really well for their exams. These books contain all topics and chapters from which questions are asked. By studying from these best books for UGC NET, candidates can cover all the topics mentioned in the syllabus as per their subjects. The table below contains the list of books that candidates can refer to.

Best Books for UGC NET 2025 Paper 1

Book Name

Author/Publisher Name

NTA UGC NET/SET/JRF - Paper 1: Teaching and Research Aptitude

KVS Madaan /Pearson Education

NTA UGC NET / SET / JRF - Paper 1 Teaching and Research Aptitude

Harpreet Kaur /Oxford University Press

Trueman's UGC NET/SET General Paper I - Teaching & Research Aptitude

Sajit Kumar, M. Gagan

NTA UGC NET / SET / JRF - Paper 1 Teaching and Research Aptitude

Arihant Experts/Arihant Publications

NTA UGC NET / SET / JRF - Paper 1: Teaching and Research Aptitude

Dr Usha Rani Jain

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I choose two subjects to appear in the UGC NET 2025 June exam?

No, you must select only one subject. The subject you choose must be the one in which you hold the Master's degree.

2. Will both paper I and II contain questions based on the chosen subject?

No, the paper I is common for all asking for Reasoning, English and candidates' awareness. Only paper II is based on the subjects opted by you.

3. Will I be able to take the mock test as per my opted subject?

Yes, the mock test is available on the official website for all UGC NET subjects 2025.

4. For how many marks will the questions be asked from the opted subject of UGC NET?

A total of 200 marks questions are asked in paper II which are based on the opted UGC NET subjects.

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Questions related to UGC NET

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Hello there,

Here’s a simple strategy to prepare for UGC NET in Social Work:

  1. Know the syllabus : Cover both Paper 1 (teaching & research aptitude) and Paper 2 (Social Work topics like theories, methods, policies, etc.).

  2. Use standard books : Refer to authors like U. Ghai, Sanjay Bhattacharya, and IGNOU materials for Paper 2.

  3. Make short notes : Summarize each topic for quick revision.

  4. Practice MCQs : Solve previous years' papers and mock tests regularly.

  5. Revise often : Set a revision schedule weekly to retain concepts.

  6. Follow current affairs : Focus on social policies, government schemes, and recent developments in social work.

Stay consistent with 4–5 hours of study daily, and focus on understanding rather than memorizing.


I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hi aspirant.

If you're looking to download the CSIR UGC NET question papers, you can follow this method for easy access:

  1. Start by visiting the official CSIR (HRDG) website.
  2. Once you are on the homepage, look for the section specifically dedicated to the "CSIR-UGC NET Exam."
  3. Under the "Examinations" subsection, you will find links to different resources. Search for the link labeled "Question-Answer Keys Archive. " This archive includes previous years' question papers along with their answer keys.
  4. Click on the link to access the question papers.
  5. From there, you can download the files directly to your device.
  6. Be sure to save them in a convenient location for easy reference in the future.

You can also download it from the Career360 website

Yes, you can still be eligible for the UGC NET exam, as it primarily requires a master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).

Your two-year gap after Class 10 will not affect your UGC NET eligibility, as the exam considers postgraduate qualifications, not the gap between 10th and 12th.

Hello,

Yes, you can appear for GATE XH (Humanities & Social Sciences) in Psychology if the institute you are applying to accepts GATE XH scores for PhD admissions in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management (OBHRM) .

However, most IITs and IIMs prefer CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-NET/JRF or their own entrance tests for PhD admissions in OBHRM. Some IITs might accept GATE scores , but it's best to check the specific admission requirements of the IITs/IIMs where you want to apply.

Hope it helps !

Hello,

Clearing the UGC-NET (Law) exam requires a well-planned strategy. Here’s a simple guide to help you prepare:

  • Understand the Exam: Two papers – Paper 1 (General Aptitude) & Paper 2 (Law), no negative marking.

  • Know the Syllabus: Focus on Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, IPC, CrPC, Contracts, etc.

  • Study Material: Use Trueman’s for Paper 1, S.K. Kapoor & Avtar Singh for Paper 2.

  • Practice & Revision: Solve previous papers, take mock tests, make short notes.

  • Daily Routine: Study 4-5 hours, revise weekly, stay updated with legal developments.

Hope it helps !

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