UGC NET Exam 2026 Postponed for Jalandhar Centre - Re-Exam on 5th July, Check Official Notice
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has postponed the UGC NET June 2026 exam for candidates at one specific examination centre after a technical glitch disrupted the test on 22nd June. If you're searching for the new exam date, admit card status, or official notice, here's everything confirmed by NTA so far: the re-exam will be held on 5th July 2026 (Sunday) at 3:00 PM at the same centre, CT Group of Institutions, Jalandhar, and only candidates who were physically present but unable to complete the exam are eligible.
This article covers the full, verified picture what exactly happened, what NTA has officially clarified, the new exam date, and when the revised admit card is expected.
UGC NET Re-Exam Date 2026 - Key Details
This section summarizes the most important dates and details related to the re-exam in one place for quick reference.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Original Exam Date | 22nd June 2026 |
| Affected Centre | CT Group of Institutions, Jalandhar |
| Affected Shift | Shift 1 |
| Reason for Postponement | Technical issue at the examination centre |
| Re-Exam Date | 5th July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Re-Exam Time | 3:00 PM |
| Re-Exam Venue | Same centre CT Group of Institutions, Jalandhar |
| Eligible Candidates | Only those present at the centre but unable to complete the exam |
| Revised Admit Card | Expected last week of June 2026 |
Is the UGC NET June 2026 Exam Cancelled for All Candidates?
This section clears up the most searched confusion around this update whether the entire UGC NET June 2026 exam has been cancelled nationwide.
No, the UGC NET June 2026 exam has not been cancelled across India. The postponement is limited strictly to candidates affected by a technical issue at the CT Group of Institutions Examination Centre, Jalandhar, during the exam held on 22nd June 2026. Candidates at all other centres across the country were not affected by this disruption. NTA has issued an official clarification confirming that this is a localised, centre-specific re-examination not a cancellation of the exam for the entire candidate pool.
Why Was the UGC NET Exam Postponed at Jalandhar Centre?
This section explains the actual cause behind the postponement, as stated by NTA.
A technical error occurred at the CT Group of Institutions Examination Centre in Jalandhar during the UGC NET June 2026 exam conducted on 22nd June. Because of this disruption, candidates appearing in Shift 1 at this particular centre were unable to attempt or complete their exam. As a corrective measure, NTA has decided to conduct a re-examination exclusively for these affected candidates, rather than disturbing the schedule for candidates at other centres.
Who Is Eligible for the UGC NET Re-Exam 2026?
This section answers the common query about exactly which candidates qualify for the retest.
Only candidates who meet both of the following conditions will be called for the re-examination:
- They were physically present at the CT Group of Institutions Examination Centre, Jalandhar, on 22nd June 2026.
- They were unable to take or complete the Shift 1 exam due to the technical disruption at the centre.
Candidates from other examination centres, or those who completed their exam successfully at Jalandhar, are not part of this re-exam process.
UGC NET June 2026 Postponement Notice - Official PDF
This section tells you where to find and how to use the official notice released by NTA.
NTA has released an official notice confirming the postponement and re-exam details for the affected Jalandhar candidates. Candidates belonging to this centre should download and review the notice to understand the complete details and next steps. It is advisable to keep checking the official NTA website regularly for further updates on the admit card release and any additional instructions.
Click Here: Download UGC NET Postponement Notice PDF
UGC NET Re-Exam Admit Card 2026: Release Date and Download Process
This section covers when the revised admit card will be issued and how eligible candidates can access it.
The revised UGC NET Re-Exam Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released in the last week of June 2026 on the official NTA website. Once released, eligible candidates will be able to download it using their Application Number and Date of Birth. The admit card will include essential details such as:
- Exam date and reporting time
- Exam centre address
- Exam-day guidelines and instructions
Candidates are advised to download and carry the admit card before appearing for the re-exam on 5th July 2026.
Steps to Download UGC NET Re-Exam Admit Card 2026
This section provides a simple step-by-step process for accessing the admit card once it is live.
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET website.
- Locate and click on the "UGC NET Re-Exam Admit Card 2026" link.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit the details to view your admit card.
- Download and print a copy for the exam day.
