National Testing Agency — University Grants Commission
The National Testing Agency has issued an official recruitment notification for UGC NET June 2026 (JRF, Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admission), announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 29 April 2026 and closes on 20 May 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Post Graduate Degree (or equivalent) and be within the prescribed age limit of For JRF: Max 30 Years; Assistant Professor/PhD: No Age Limit, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Fellowship for JRF / Assistant Professor scale. The selection procedure comprises Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of Paper I & Paper II. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Fee Payment Deadline | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | 22 Jun 2026 |
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the official schedule for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2026 session. This national-level examination determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for 'Assistant Professor', 'Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)', and 'Admission to Ph.D.' programs in Indian universities and colleges. The Computer Based Test (CBT) will cover 85 distinct subjects.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UGC-NET June 2026 Session |
| Conducting Agency | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Objective | Award of JRF, Assistant Professorship, and Ph.D. Admissions |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Subjects | 85 Subjects |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
Candidates must carefully note the timeline of key events for the UGC NET June 2026 examination to avoid missing crucial deadlines:
| Event | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 20 May 2026 (until 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Transaction | 20 May 2026 (until 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window of Application Form | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 |
| Release of Exam City Intimation Slip | By 10 June 2026 |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | By 15 June 2026 |
| UGC NET 2026 Exam Dates | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
| Declaration of Provisional Answer Keys | To be announced later |
The registration fee varies based on the candidate's category. Payment must be made online via SBI, Syndicate, HDFC, ICICI, or other designated gateways using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI:
The examination will be conducted in a single session of 3 hours (180 minutes) without any break. The format comprises objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
| Paper Type | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 50 | 100 | Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Comprehension, Communication, and General Awareness. |
| Paper II | 100 | 200 | Subject chosen by the candidate out of the 85 options (covers core specialization). |
| Total | 150 | 300 | Duration: 3 Hours (Combined) |
Paper I (General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude): This is generic and mandatory for all candidates. It assesses teaching skills, research methodology, cognitive abilities, mathematical reasoning, data interpretation, information and communication technology (ICT), people, development, environment, and higher education systems.
Paper II (Subject-Specific): This evaluation relies directly on the specialized subject syllabus selected by the candidate. Detailed, unit-wise syllabus documentation for all 85 subjects can be accessed on the UGC NET portal.
Eligible candidates can easily apply online by executing the following steps:
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