Earn ₹24 Lakh Without a Job in India: Qualify UGC NET JRF and Get Monthly Fellowship

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For students and researchers looking to pursue higher education without immediately entering the workforce, the UGC NET (National Eligibility Test) Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) offers an attractive opportunity. By qualifying for JRF, candidates can continue their studies and receive a substantial monthly stipend, potentially earning over ₹24 lakh over five years.

UGC NET Benefits
Qualifying for UGC NET opens multiple career paths:

• Candidates can apply for Assistant Professor or Lecturer positions in universities and colleges.
• JRF-qualified candidates receive financial support (stipend) for research, enabling them to pursue PhD or other advanced research projects.
• After two years as a JRF, scholars can apply for Senior Research Fellowship (SRF).
• NET certification also helps candidates secure jobs in government and private sectors, including public sector undertakings (PSUs) like ONGC and BHEL, based on NET scores.

Monthly Fellowship Details
The revised fellowship rates approved by UGC in September 2023 are as follows:

• JRF (first 2 years): ₹37,000 per month (Science, Humanities & Social Sciences)
• SRF (next 3 years): ₹42,000 per month
• Annual contingency grant:
• JRF: ₹12,000 (Science), ₹10,000 (Humanities & Social Sciences)
• SRF: ₹25,000 (Science), ₹20,500 (Humanities & Social Sciences)

Adding the stipend and contingency grants over five years, the total support exceeds ₹24 lakh.

UGC NET December 2025 Exam Dates
The NTA UGC NET December 2025 exams will be conducted from 31st December 2025 to 7th January 2026 at CBT-based centers nationwide. The subject-wise schedule is yet to be released, and candidates are advised to keep checking the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

Application Process and Fees

• Registration: 7th October to 7th November 2025
• Correction Window: 10th to 12th November 2025
• Application Fee:
• General: ₹1,150
• EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹600
• SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: ₹325
  Payment can be made via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.

How to Apply:

1. Visit ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
2. Click the registration link for UGC NET December 2025.
3. Enter the required details to generate username and password.
4. Log in and complete the application form with all documents.
5. Pay the application fee and submit the form.
6. Download the confirmation page for reference.

UGC NET JRF offers a unique chance to earn while continuing higher studies, making it one of the most sought-after options for ambitious students in India.