Abstract We give our view on the time evolution of structural, magnetic properties, cationic distribution in Ni 0.5 Zn 0.5 Fe 2 O 4 nano particles synthesized via sol gel auto combustion method. This distinctive study eventually provides an insight on most favorable synthesis time to get needed structural, magnetic properties needed for various applications eg- in heterogeneous catalysis, medical applications. Keywords: Spinel ferrite; Time evolution of properties; XRD; Cation distribution; Magnetic properties Go to Opinion In spinel nano ferrites their synthesis procedure, particle size, crystallinity and allocation of cations on tetrahedral A and octahedral B site plays a key role in determining their physical properties [ 1 ]. To have precise control on properties, time associated with synthesis process becomes a key parameter and in this context real-time monitoring of properties is important as well [ 2 , 3 ]. Thus, time evolution of synthesis process...