Can final-year Master's students apply?

Yes. Students appearing in their final year of a postgraduate programme can apply provisionally. Eligibility is confirmed once results are declared and they meet the minimum marks criteria.

When does the UGC NET June 2026 application close?

The last date to apply is 24 May 2026 at 11:50 PM on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The fee payment deadline is the same.

Is there negative marking in UGC NET 2026?

No. Candidates receive +2 marks for each correct answer and 0 for wrong or unattempted questions.

What is the age limit for JRF?

The upper age limit for JRF is 30 years. Relaxation of up to 5 years applies for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, Third Gender, and Women candidates. There is no age cap for the Assistant Professor route.

How many subjects are offered?

UGC NET 2026 covers 87 subjects across disciplines. The subject list has been revised this cycle — check the official notification PDF before selecting your subject code.

UGC NET June 2026 Notification Released: Dates, Eligibility & Application

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET June 2026 notification on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC). Candidates aspiring for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor positions, and PhD admissions can review the complete exam details. Notably, the online application closing date was extended till 24 May 2026 up to 11:50 PM.

UGC NET Notification 2026 Out, Download Official PDF For June Cycle_2.1

This national-level examination evaluates candidates across 87 revised subjects. Applicants can access official documentation including the Download PDF information bulletin and the Extended Notice PDF.

UGC NET Admit Card 2026 Out – Click to Download PDF

UGC NET June 2026 Overview

Parameter	Details
Exam Name	UGC National Eligibility Test (NET)
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Purpose	JRF, Assistant Professor, PhD Admission
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Language	English and Hindi
Total Subjects	87
Notification Release	29 April 2026 (Released)
Official Notification	Download PDF Extended Notice PDF
Official Website	ugcnet.nta.nic.in

Important Schedule & Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	29 April 2026
Last Date to Apply	24 May 2026 up to 11:50 PM(Closed)
Fee Payment Last Date	24 May 2026 up to 11:50 PM (Closed)
Correction Window	26 May to 28 May 2026 (Last date Extended)
Exam City Intimation	By 10 June 2026
Exam Date	22 to 30 June 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum eligibility requires a Master's degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognised university.

Category	Minimum Marks Required in Master’s Degree
General / EWS	55% aggregate marks
OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender	50% aggregate marks

Age Limits and Relaxations

Post	Age Limit
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	Maximum 30 Years
Assistant Professor	No Upper Age Limit

Category	Relaxation
OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender / Women	Up to 5 Years

Application Fee Structure

Category	Application Fee
General (Unreserved)	₹1,150
General-EWS / OBC-NCL	₹600
SC / ST / PwD / Transgender	₹325

Required Image and Document Specifications

Passport-size photograph (10-200 KB, JPEG)
Signature (10–50 KB, JPEG)
Degree certificate
Category certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for the UGC NET Online Application Form

Go to the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Click on the UGC NET June 2026 Application Form link (UGC NET June 2026 Apply Link)
Register using basic personal details such as name, email ID, and mobile number
Log in with the generated credentials and fill in the complete application form
Upload photograph (10-200 KB, JPEG) and signature (10–50 KB, JPEG)
Upload required documents like the degree certificate and the category certificate (if applicable)
Pay the application fee online through UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card
Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference

Exam Pattern

Feature	Paper 1	Paper 2
Type	Common for All	Subject-Specific
Number of Questions	50	100
Total Marks	100	200
Duration	1 Hour	2 Hours
Question Type	MCQs	MCQs
Negative Marking	No	No
Marks per Correct Answer	+2	+2

Syllabus Units

Check UGC NET Syllabus in Hindi and English Detailed – Click Here

Unit	Paper 1 – Common for All Candidates:
Unit 1	Teaching Aptitude
Unit 2	Research Aptitude
Unit 3	Reading Comprehension
Unit 4	Communication
Unit 5	Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
Unit 6	Logical Reasoning
Unit 7	Data Interpretation
Unit 8	Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Unit 9	People, Development, and Environment
Unit 10	Higher Education System: Governance, Polity and Administration

Salary & Fellowships

Component	Details
Basic Pay	₹57,700 (Pay Level 10)
Pay Band	₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400
Dearness Allowance (DA)	58% of Basic Pay
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	10% – 30% of Basic Pay
Special Allowance	₹2,500 per month
Total Monthly Package	₹90,000 – ₹1.1 Lakhs (Approx.)

Fellowship Level	Monthly Stipend
Junior Research Fellow (First 2 Years)	₹37,000
Senior Research Fellow (Next 3 Years)	₹42,000

UGC NET June 2026 Notification Released: Dates, Eligibility & Application

UGC NET June 2026 Overview

Important Schedule & Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limits and Relaxations

Application Fee Structure

Required Image and Document Specifications

How to Apply for the UGC NET Online Application Form

Exam Pattern

Syllabus Units

Salary & Fellowships

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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