NTA UGC NET June 2026 invites online applications from postgraduate candidates seeking eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship, appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programmes at Indian universities and colleges. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts this Computer-Based Test across 85 subjects, with the examination scheduled from 22 to 30 June 2026. Notably, the application window runs from 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in the relevant subject to meet the basic eligibility requirement.
Admission Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of University Grants Commission (UGC) |
| Mode of Admission | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Course & Seat Breakdown
| Course / Eligibility | Category | Subjects Covered |
|---|---|---|
| JRF + Assistant Professor Eligibility | All Categories | 85 Subjects |
| Assistant Professor Eligibility Only | All Categories | 85 Subjects |
| Ph.D. Admission Eligibility | All Categories | 85 Subjects |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
For JRF (Junior Research Fellowship): The maximum age limit is 31 years; additional age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per UGC NET June 2026 examination guidelines. For Assistant Professor Eligibility and Ph.D. Admission: There is no upper age limit prescribed.
Qualification
- Candidates must have passed or must be appearing in a Master’s degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL candidates – refer official guidelines).
- Additionally, candidates holding a 4-year Bachelor’s degree with the requisite percentage are also eligible to apply.
- Furthermore, candidates appearing in their final year of the qualifying Master’s degree examination may apply provisionally, subject to completion of the degree before the prescribed deadline.
Entrance Exam
Candidates must appear in the NTA UGC NET June 2026 examination conducted by NTA in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across 85 subjects from 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026; eligibility status is determined solely on the basis of performance in this test.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Exam Fee Payment Deadline | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Online Correction Window | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Exam City Announcement | By 10 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | By 15 June 2026 |
| Date of Examination | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
| Answer Key / Recorded Responses | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | Will be updated |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,150/- |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325/- |
Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet (all online modes). Additionally, candidates can register conveniently via the Meri Pehchan single sign-on service of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Selection Process
- Submit the online application form at ugcnet.nta.ac.in before 20 May 2026 at 11:50 PM.
- Download the Admit Card by 15 June 2026 and verify examination centre, date, and shift as indicated on the card.
- Appear in the UGC NET June 2026 Computer-Based Test across the scheduled dates from 22 to 30 June 2026.
- Await the display of Recorded Responses and Answer Key(s) on the official NTA website after the examination concludes.
- Check the Merit List / Result on the official portal once declared by NTA on behalf of UGC.
- Qualify the NET to receive eligibility for JRF award, Assistant Professor appointment, or Ph.D. admission at Indian universities, as applicable to the category of eligibility sought.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal at ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
- Find and open the NTA UGC NET June 2026 Online Application link on the homepage.
- Register using a valid personal email address and mobile number – alternatively, use the Meri Pehchan single sign-on service for quick registration.
- Fill in the multi-step application form with accurate personal, academic, and subject-preference details; ensure the email and mobile number belong to the candidate or their parent/guardian.
- Upload a scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format; candidates are additionally advised to use Aadhaar verification to facilitate smooth processing.
- Pay the applicable examination fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet before 20 May 2026 at 11:50 PM.
- Submit the final application and download the confirmation page — note that no changes will be permitted after final submission; only the correction window (22–24 May 2026) allows limited edits.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What are the application start and end dates for NTA UGC NET June 2026?
The online application for NTA UGC NET June 2026 opened on 29 April 2026 and closes on 20 May 2026 at 11:50 PM.
Q2. What is the minimum eligibility to apply for NTA UGC NET June 2026?
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in the relevant subject, or hold a 4-year Bachelor’s degree with the requisite percentage.
Q3. Is there an age limit for NTA UGC NET June 2026?
For the JRF category, the maximum age limit is 31 years with applicable relaxation; for Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission eligibility, there is no age limit prescribed.
Q4. How many subjects are covered under UGC NET June 2026?
NTA conducts UGC NET June 2026 in 85 subjects in Computer-Based Test mode from 22 to 30 June 2026.
Q5. What is the selection process for UGC NET June 2026?
Selection is based on performance in the Online CBT examination, followed by merit list preparation and declaration of eligibility for JRF, Assistant Professor appointment, or Ph.D. admission by NTA on behalf of UGC.