i have done my masters in chemistry in 2018 after UGC draft and NEP can i give UGC NET environment science in June 2025?
hi ,
yes you can paper for the UGC NET environmental science exam in June 2025 even though you have your masters in chemistry .
eligibility criteria -
- candidates must have a masters degree in environmental science or a related discipline with at least 55% marks
- UGC has allowed candidates with degrees in related field eg. biology, chemistry , physics and earth sciences to appear for environmental science .
since you have Msc. in chemistry , you are likely eligible to take environmental science in UGC NET ,, however , some universities may require additional qualifications or coursework in environmental science .
hope this helps
You're eligible to give the UGC NET exam in Environment Science, even though your master's degree is in Chemistry. The UGC NET exam is conducted for various subjects, and candidates can choose the subject they want to appear for, regardless of their master's degree subject.¹
However, make sure you meet the eligibility criteria, which includes:
- Nationality: You must be an Indian citizen.
- Educational Eligibility: You must have completed your master's degree from a UGC-recognized college/university with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).
- Age Limit: There's no upper age limit for the Assistant Professor post, but for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), you must be below 31 years of age as of June 1, 2025.
Since you completed your master's degree in 2018, you're eligible to apply for the UGC NET exam in June 2025. Just ensure you fulfill the other eligibility criteria and follow the application process carefully.
Dear aspirant !
Hope you are doing well ! You will be allowed to give only if and if can apply for the UGC NET exam provided you pass your master's degree exams with at least 55 per cent (50 per cent for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) within two years from the date of declaration of UGC NET result.
Candidates who have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in Masters Degree OR equivalent examination from universities/institutions recognised by UGC in Humanities (including languages) and Social Science, Computer Science & Applications, Electronic Science etc. are eligible for this Test.
Hope it will be helpful !!
Thanking you !
Have a great day !!
Hello Isha,
Yes, you can appear for UGC NET Environmental Science in June 2025 , even though your Master's degree is in Chemistry (2018) . Here’s why:
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Eligibility Criteria
: Candidates with a
Master's degree in a relevant subject
can apply. Since Chemistry and Environmental Science have overlapping topics, many universities accept Chemistry postgraduates for Environmental Science NET.
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Subject Selection
: While the ideal choice is to apply for
NET in Chemistry
, you can still choose
Environmental Science
if you have a strong background in the subject.
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NEP & UGC Guidelines
: The new education policies focus on interdisciplinary studies, but UGC has not officially restricted candidates from choosing related subjects.
What You Should Do:
- Check UGC's latest eligibility criteria on their official website.
- Confirm with UGC or NTA (National Testing Agency) if Chemistry graduates can take Environmental Science NET.
If you want to qualify for
Assistant Professor or JRF in Environmental Science
, consider
self-studying environmental topics
to strengthen your knowledge.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
Yes, you can appear for UGC NET Environmental Science in June 2025, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria. Since you have a Master's degree in Chemistry, you can apply, but ensure you check the official UGC NET website for any updated requirements related to the subject.
Hello,
Yes, you are eligible to appear for the UGC NET Environmental Science exam in June 2025. Here are the key points to consider:
- UGC NET allows candidates from various disciplines to appear for the exam, including Environmental Science.
- Your master's degree in Chemistry qualifies you for this subject.
- Ensure you meet the updated eligibility criteria outlined in the UGC notification for the 2025 exam cycle.
- Stay informed about any changes in syllabus and application process on the UGC website closer to the exam date.
Hope it helps !
