NTA UGC NET June 2026 — National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts UGC-NET for determining eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges. The June 2026 cycle covers 83 subjects across humanities, sciences, commerce, and professional streams. Last updated: 14.05.2026.
UGC NET June 2026 — Key Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Purpose | JRF + Assistant Professor eligibility |
| Number of subjects | 83 subjects |
| Exam mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Application portal | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application form released | As per NTA schedule |
| Last date to apply | Check ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
| Correction window | After application closes |
| Admit card release | 2 weeks before exam |
| UGC NET June 2026 exam | June 2026 |
| Result declaration | Within 30 days of exam |
Eligibility Criteria
For JRF: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL). Age limit: 30 years (relaxable for reserved categories).
For Assistant Professor only: Master’s degree with 55% marks. No age limit.
Final year students: Can appear provisionally. Must complete degree by the time of joining.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I (Teaching & Research Aptitude) | 50 | 100 | 3 hours (combined) |
| Paper II (Subject-specific) | 100 | 200 | Combined with Paper I |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 3 hours |
No negative marking. Both papers conducted in one session.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | Rs. 1,150 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third gender | Rs. 325 |
How to Apply
- Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Register with email and mobile number
- Fill application form — personal, academic, subject details
- Upload photo and signature (as per specifications)
- Pay fee and submit
- Save confirmation page PDF
For complete subject-wise preparation: UGC NET June 2026 Syllabus | UGC NET Admit Card 2026 | UGC NET Result 2026
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