NTA UGC NET June 2026 Online Form – Apply Online from 29 April to 20 May 2026 @ ugcnet.nta.ac.in
Overview 📌
| Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) June 2026 |
| Purpose | Assistant Professor & Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) |
| Application Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 22–30 June 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
Important Dates 🗓️
| Application Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Last Date | 20 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 20 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window | 22–24 May 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 10 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 15 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 22–30 June 2026 |
| Result Date | To be announced |
Apply Online 📝
Application Fee 💰
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,150/- |
| OBC / EWS | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹325/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Eligibility Criteria ✅
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| UGC NET JRF / Assistant Professor | Master’s degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL) from a recognised university. Candidates appearing in final year are also eligible. |
| 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree | Candidates with a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree with minimum 75% marks are also eligible. |
Age Limit 🎂
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) | Maximum 31 Years |
| Assistant Professor Only | No Upper Age Limit |
Age relaxation applicable as per UGC NET June 2026 official guidelines.
Selection Process 🏆
- Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Merit List preparation based on marks
- Eligibility for Assistant Professor and/or JRF based on final result
Important Links 🔗
Links from Official Sources |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❓
Q1. When did the NTA UGC NET June 2026 application form start?
The online application form for NTA UGC NET June 2026 started from 29 April 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UGC NET June 2026?
The last date to apply is 20 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). Fee payment must also be done by 20 May 2026.
Q3. When is the UGC NET June 2026 exam?
The UGC NET June 2026 exam will be held from 22 to 30 June 2026 in CBT mode.
Q4. What is the eligibility for UGC NET June 2026?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) in the relevant subject. Final year students can also apply.
Q5. What is the age limit for UGC NET JRF 2026?
For JRF, the maximum age limit is 31 years. For Assistant Professor only, there is no upper age limit.
