NTA UGC NET June 2026: Official Notification Out, Apply Online
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official information bulletin for the UGC-NET June 2026 cycle. This examination determines eligibility for ‘Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and appointment as Assistant Professor’, ‘Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to Ph.D.’, and ‘Admission to Ph.D. only’.
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Application Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 20 May 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Qualification | (See in the Section bellow) |
| Last Date for Fee Transaction | 20 May 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 |
| Intimation of Exam City | By 10 June 2026 |
| Downloading of Admit Card | By 15 June 2026 |
| Dates of Examination | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
NTA UGC NET June 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the information bulletin for the UGC-NET June 2026 cycle, inviting applications from eligible Indian nationals. This examination is conducted on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC) to determine eligibility for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programs in Indian universities and colleges. The application window is open from 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026, with the examination scheduled to take place between 22 June and 30 June 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before filling out the application form.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualifying Marks: General/EWS candidates need at least 55% marks in their Master’s degree. Reserved categories (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, Third Gender) require at least 50% marks.
- Age Limit (JRF): Candidates must not be more than 30 years old as of 01.06.2026. Relaxation of up to 5 years is available for reserved categories and women applicants.
- Age Limit (Assistant Professor & Ph.D.): There is no upper age limit.
- 4 Year Bachelor Degree Candidate Also Eligible.
Fee Structure
Fees must be paid online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- General/Unreserved: Rs. 1150/-
- Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL: Rs. 600/-
- SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: Rs. 325/-
Examination Pattern
The test will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only. It consists of two compulsory papers with no break between them.
- Paper I: 100 Marks (50 Questions) focusing on Teaching/Research Aptitude, Reasoning, and General Awareness.
- Paper II: 200 Marks (100 Questions) based on the specific subject selected by the candidate.
- Total Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours).
- Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 2 marks. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
Subject Available
The UGC-NET June 2026 examination is available for a wide range of subjects across humanities, social sciences, languages, and technical fields. Paper I (General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude) is compulsory for all candidates, while Paper II is based on the specific subject selected by the applicant from the list below:
Humanities and Social Sciences
- Economics / Rural Economics / Co-operation / Demography / Development Planning / Development Studies / Econometrics / Applied Economics / Business Economics (Code: 01)
- Political Science (Code: 02)
- Philosophy (Code: 03)
- Psychology (Code: 04)
- Sociology (Code: 05)
- History (Code: 06)
- Anthropology (Code: 07)
- Commerce (Code: 08)
- Education (Code: 09)
- Social Work (Code: 10)
- Public Administration (Code: 14)
- Population Studies (Code: 15)
- Law (Code: 58)
Language Subjects
- English (Code: 30)
- Hindi (Code: 20)
- Assamese (Code: 36)
- Bengali (Code: 19)
- Bodo (Code: 94)
- Sanskrit (Code: 25)
- Urdu (Code: 28)
- Arabic (Code: 29)
- Santali (Code: 95)
Science and Technical Subjects
- Computer Science and Applications (Code: 87)
- Environmental Sciences (Code: 89)
- Electronic Science (Code: 88)
- Forensic Science (Code: 82)
Other Specialized Subjects
- Management (Code: 17)
- Mass Communication and Journalism (Code: 63)
- Physical Education (Code: 47)
- Library and Information Science (Code: 59)
- Yoga (Code: 100)
- Disaster Management (Code: 104)
- Women Studies (Code: 74)
The full list includes 85 subjects in total. Candidates are advised to appear only in the subject of their Post-Graduation; if their specific subject is not listed, they may choose a related subject.
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
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| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
How to Apply for NTA UGC NET June 2026 ?
Applications are accepted through online mode only via the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
1. Registration: Use a unique Email ID and Mobile Number.
2. Application Form: Fill in personal and educational details and note the system-generated Application Number.
3. Upload Documents: Upload a live photograph, a scanned recent photograph (10kb-200kb), and a scanned signature (4kb-30kb).
4. Payment: Pay the examination fee through the integrated payment gateway.
FAQs – NTA UGC NET June 2026
1. When does the registration start and end?
The online application process started on 29 April 2026 and will close on 20 May 2026 (11:50 PM).
2. What are the official exam dates?
The examination is scheduled to take place from 22 June to 30 June 2026.
3. Can I make changes to my form after submission?
Yes, a correction window will be available from 22 May to 24 May 2026 for specific fields like educational details or exam city choice.
4. I am in my final year of Post-Graduation. Can I apply?
Yes, candidates appearing for their final year Master’s degree examination or those awaiting results are eligible to apply provisionally.
5. Can 4-year Bachelor’s degree holders apply?
Yes, candidates with a 4-year/8-semester undergraduate degree and at least 75% marks (70% for reserved categories) can apply for JRF and Ph.D. admission only.
6. Is distance education acceptable for UGC-NET?
Yes, Master’s degrees obtained through distance education from recognized universities are generally acceptable, provided they meet the minimum percentage criteria.
7. Is there any negative marking?
No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the UGC-NET exam.
