The UGC-NET June 2026 examination will be conducted from 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026. The online application process is open from 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026. This national-level exam determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admission in Indian universities and colleges.
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UGC NET June 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UGC-NET June 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Purpose | JRF, Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admission |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Subjects | 85 |
| Application Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Exam Dates | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
| Official Website | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
UGC NET June 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Submission of Online Application Form | 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 |
| 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 |
| Display of Answer Key | To be announced later |
UGC NET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1150/- |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs. 600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
How to Apply for UGC NET June 2026
- Visit the official website: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/
- Register and fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
UGC NET Exam Pattern 2026
The exam consists of two papers conducted in a single session of 3 hours without any break.
| Paper | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration | Type of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 50 | 100 | 3 Hours (Combined) | Teaching & Research Aptitude |
| Paper II | 100 | 200 | - | Subject-specific |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 3 Hours | MCQs |
Each question carries 2 marks. No negative marking.
UGC NET Syllabus 2026
Paper I: General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (Common for all candidates). It covers Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Reasoning, Comprehension, Communication, Mathematical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), People and Environment, and Higher Education System.
Paper II: Subject-specific syllabus based on the candidate’s chosen subject (out of 85 subjects). Detailed syllabus for all subjects is available on the official UGC website.
