USTM Students Shine in UGC NET December 2025: 35 Qualifiers So Far
Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya | 13 February 2026: The University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of its students who have successfully qualified for the UGC NET Examination, December 2025. Till now, 35 students from various departments have cleared the prestigious national eligibility test, bringing pride to the university and reaffirming USTM’s academic excellence and commitment to quality higher education.
The qualifiers represent a diverse range of disciplines, including English, Political Science, Commerce, Education, Sociology, Social Work, Economics, Law, Library & Information Science, Rural Development, and PQSE, reflecting the strong academic mentoring and research-oriented learning environment at USTM.
This remarkable success once again highlights USTM’s student-centric academic ecosystem, experienced faculty mentorship, and a culture of rigorous preparation that empowers students to excel in national-level competitive examinations.
As per the university’s Payback Policy, all students qualifying for UGC NET are eligible to receive 100% refund of their admission and semester fees for the entire course as a reward for their achievement, an initiative that makes USTM one of the very few institutions in the country to offer such encouragement for academic excellence.
Shri Mahbubul Hon’ble Chancellor of USTM Hoque mentioned, “The success of our students in UGC NET is a reflection of the academic discipline, dedication of faculty, and the learning environment we have nurtured at USTM. We are proud to see our students excel at the national level and bring laurels to the university. Such achievements reinforce our vision of building a knowledge-driven society through quality education and research.”
Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of USTM Prof GD Sharma added, “Qualifying UGC NET is a significant milestone for any scholar. The performance of our students across multiple disciplines demonstrates the strength of our academic mentoring and the seriousness with which our students pursue their goals”
About the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM):
Established in 2011, the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) is the first state private university in Science and Technology in North East India. The University was accredited with an ‘A Grade’ by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in its first cycle of assessment in 2021. USTM remains committed to excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and community engagement, while promoting inclusivity, sustainability, and regional development.