The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the public notice for the UGC NET June 2026 examination. Entrusted by the University Grants Commission (UGC), this examination determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programs across various Indian universities and colleges.
The NTA will conduct the UGC NET June 2026 in a Computer Based Test (CBT) mode covering 85 different subjects. Eligible candidates can submit their online application forms starting from 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026.
To ensure a smooth process, candidates are advised to complete their registration early. Below is a comprehensive guide regarding the important dates, application fees, eligibility, and steps to apply.
Overview of UGC NET June 2026
| Category | Details |
| Organization Name | National Testing Agency (NTA) & University Grants Commission (UGC) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, Ph.D. Admission |
| Total Vacancies | 85 Subjects tested (Specific vacancies depend on respective universities) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | “Online” mode only |
| Official Website | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/ or www.nta.ac.in |
Important Dates for NTA UGC NET 2026
Keeping track of the schedule is crucial for the UGC NET June Exam.
| Event | Date / Schedule |
| Submission of Online Application Form Starts | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Correction Window in Application Form | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Announcement of Exam City | By 10 June 2026 |
| Downloading of Admit Card | By 15 June 2026 |
| Date of Examination | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
Application Fee Details
Candidates must submit the examination fee using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/ Unreserved | Rs. 1150/- |
| General-EWS/OBC-NCL | Rs. 600/- |
| SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 325/- |
| Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
Vacancy Details Table
The UGC NET exam qualifies candidates into three distinct categories rather than a set number of traditional vacancies:
| Category | Qualification Scope |
| Category 1 | Eligible for Award of JRF, Appointment as Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admission |
| Category 2 | Eligible for Appointment as Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission |
| Category 3 | Eligible for Admission to Ph.D. only |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- General/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates must have secured at least 55% marks in their Master’s Degree or equivalent.
- OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/PwBD/Third gender candidates need at least 50% marks in their Master’s Degree.
- Candidates pursuing a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree must have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate to be eligible for JRF and Ph.D. admission.
Age Limit:
- For JRF: The candidate must not be more than 30 years old as of 01 June 2026.
- Age Relaxation (JRF): A relaxation of up to 5 years is provided to OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, PwBD, Third gender categories, and women applicants.
- For Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admission: There is no upper age limit.
Salary Details
Candidates who qualify for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) are eligible to receive fellowships under various UGC schemes or from respective ministries like the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The exact fellowship amount depends on the specific scheme and the admitting university/institution.
Selection Process
The selection for UGC NET June 2026 is based solely on a Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Paper Pattern: The test consists of Paper 1 (50 questions, 100 marks) and Paper 2 (100 questions, 200 marks).
- Duration: The total duration is 180 minutes (3 hours) with no break between the two papers.
- Marking Scheme: Each correct response is awarded 2 marks.
- No Negative Marking: There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
How to Apply
Candidates can complete their UGC NET online registration 2026 by following these steps:
- Visit the Website: Go to the official NTA portal at https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/.
- Registration (Step-1): Register using your own Email ID and Mobile Number to generate login credentials.
- Fill Application (Step-2): Log in to fill out the Online Application Form and note down the system-generated Application Number.
- Upload Documents: Upload a live photograph along with scanned images of a recent passport-sized photo (10Kb–200Kb) and your signature (4Kb–30Kb).
- Pay Fees (Step-3): Make the fee payment via SBI, CANARA, ICICI, HDFC Bank, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Print Confirmation: Download and print a copy of the final Confirmation Page for your future reference.
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1: What is the NTA UGC NET 2026 exam date? Answer: The UGC NET June 2026 examinations will be conducted between 22 June 2026 and 30 June 2026.
Q2: Is there any negative marking in the UGC NET June 2026 exam? Answer: No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. You will receive 2 marks for every correct response.
Q3: What is the upper age limit for applying for an Assistant Professor? Answer: There is no upper age limit for candidates applying for the role of Assistant Professor or admission to a Ph.D. program. Age limits apply only to the JRF category.