{"id":12074,"date":"2026-01-08T14:53:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T09:23:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jrfadda.com\/exams\/?p=12074"},"modified":"2026-01-10T19:27:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T13:57:43","slug":"ugc-net-criminology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jrfadda.com\/exams\/ugc-net\/ugc-net-criminology\/","title":{"rendered":"UGC NET Criminology 2025, Exam Analysis (OUT), Check Syllabus, Eligibility, PYQs"},"content":{"rendered":"

UGC NET Criminology 2025 exam<\/strong>, conducted on 3 January 2026 (Shift 1)<\/strong>, is a gateway for candidates aiming for careers in higher education, criminological research, and law enforcement policy<\/strong>. Criminology, an interdisciplinary field, focuses on the scientific study of crimes, their causes, prevention, and the criminal justice system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This exam allows aspirants to qualify for Assistant Professor positions<\/strong> and\/or secure the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)<\/strong> for pursuing Ph.D. or advanced research<\/strong>. Organized by the National Testing Agency (NTA)<\/strong> on behalf of the UGC<\/strong>, it evaluates academic and research proficiency in criminal law, victimology, correctional studies, and forensic sciences<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0UGC NET Result 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

UGC NET Criminology Exam Analysis 2025 (3 Jan 2026)<\/h2>\n

The UGC NET Criminology 2025 exam<\/strong>, held on 3 January 2026, Shift 1<\/strong>, was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA)<\/strong>. The exam followed the standard format of two papers<\/strong> \u2013 Paper 1 (General Paper)<\/strong> and Paper 2 (Criminology)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Paper I (General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude)<\/strong>\u00a0maintained a moderate overall difficulty level,<\/strong>\u00a0striking a balanced mix between conceptual understanding and application-based reasoning. Logical Reasoning proved most challenging\u00a0(8-10 questions on syllogisms, fallacies, square of opposition)<\/strong>, while ICT, Teaching Aptitude, and Communication remained easy-moderate and scoring sections.\u00a0Research Aptitude and Data Interpretation<\/strong>\u00a0demanded\u00a0conceptual clarity<\/strong>\u00a0but stayed predictable, with DI focusing on ratio\/percentage calculations.<\/p>\n

Paper 2 (Criminology)<\/strong> tested both theoretical knowledge and conceptual understanding<\/strong>. Candidates noted that some questions were analytical and case-based<\/strong>, demanding a thorough grasp of key criminological principles, crime theories, and criminal justice systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0UGC NET Paper 1 Exam Analysis Dec 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

What is UGC NET Criminology 2025?<\/b><\/h2>\n

UGC NET Criminology is a paper under the UGC NET framework, aimed at evaluating candidates in their <\/span>subject-specific knowledge of Criminology<\/b>. Candidates are tested for their analytical abilities in understanding crime patterns, behavior, legal systems, criminal justice reforms, cybercrime, and socio-legal aspects.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read: <\/b>UGC NET Exam 2026<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

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Key Objectives of UGC NET Criminology 2025<\/b><\/h2>\n