The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET Result 2026 for the December 2025 session today, February 4. The results will be published on the official UGC NET website, but candidates may face technical issues due to heavy traffic.
Lakhs of students who appeared for the exam are waiting for their results, which decide eligibility for Assistant Professor posts and the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). The examination was conducted between December 31, 2025, and January 7, 2026.
With many candidates trying to access the website at the same time, slow loading or temporary crashes are likely. To avoid confusion, candidates are advised to keep alternate websites and direct links ready.
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UGC NET Result 2026: Where to check
Candidates can check and download their results from the following official websites:
– ugcnet.nta.nic.in
– nta.ac.in
A direct scorecard link is also available:
-ugcnet.nta.ac.in
-UgcScoreCard.html
How to download the UGC NET December 2025 result
– Visit the official or alternative website
– Click on ‘Download Result for UGC-NET December 2025’ under Candidate Activity
– Log in using your application number and password
– The scorecard will appear on the screen
– Download and save it for future use
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Candidates are advised to keep both digital and printed copies of the scorecard for counselling and document verification.
Why do websites crash on the result day
On the result day, a large number of candidates log in at the same time, putting pressure on the servers. This often leads to slow response or temporary website crashes. Students are advised to stay calm, avoid repeatedly refreshing, and try again after a few minutes if the site does not load.