NTA UGC NET June 2026

UGC NET June 2026 Notification: NTA has invited online applications for the June 2026 cycle starting from April 29, 2026. The UGC NET 2026 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for 85 subjects from June 22 to June 30, 2026. If you are planning to apply, the last date for fee payment is May 20, 2026. This post covers everything from the official notification PDF and eligibility marks (55% for General, 50% for Reserved) to the step-by-step process for the UGC NET June 2026 apply online link.

UGC NET Notification 2026: Overview

Name of Exam: University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) Exam 2026
Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Mode of Application: Online
Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test – CBT)

UGC NET Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates who comply with the eligibility criteria mentioned below can apply for the UGC NET June Exam 2026.

Education: Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories); final-year students can also apply.

Age limit

JRF: Maximum 30 years (relaxation for reserved categories).
Assistant Professor: No age limit.

Examination Fee

Unreserved category candidates will need to pay an application fee of ₹1150, General-EWS/OBC-NCL category candidates will have to pay ₹600, and ST/SC and third gender category candidates will need to pay ₹325.
The application fee can be paid by using Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI.

UGC NET 2026 Exam Pattern

The Test will consist of two papers. Both the papers will consist of objective type, multiple choice questions. There will be no break between papers.

Paper - 1: The questions in Paper I intends to assess the teaching/ research aptitude of the candidate. It will primarily be designed to test reasoning ability, reading comprehension, divergent thinking and general awareness of the candidate, with 100 marks & 50 questions and 3 hours (180 minutes) duration without any break.
Paper - 2: This is based on the subject selected by the candidate and will assess domain knowledge, with 200 marks & 100 questions and 3 hours (180 minutes) duration without any break.

UGC NET 2026 Syllabus and Subject of Test

The List of UGC-NET subjects for June 2026 and their Codes are given at Annexure-III. The candidates may note that the syllabus has been modified and the new syllabus applicable from June 2026 on wards has also been notified through a public notice on NTA website.
National Testing Agency will not provide the copy of syllabus to any candidate with below mention link.

Selection Process

Final Selection will be based on Computer Based Test (CBT).

How to Apply Online for UGC NET Notification June 2026 Exam?

The application form for the UGC NET 2026 June Session is available on the official website of NTA. Interested candidates can check the steps to apply for the exam below:

Step 1: Visit the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Step 2: Click on the “UGC NET June 2026 Registration” link available on the homepage.
Step 3: Complete New Registration by entering name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID to generate Application Number.
Step 4: Log in using the Application Number and Password generated during registration.
Step 5: Fill out the complete application form, including personal details, category, educational qualification, and your preferred exam subject.
Step 6: Select preferred exam city choices carefully, as per your convenience.
Step 7: Upload a scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
Step 8: Proceed to fee payment using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
Step 9: After successful payment, download the confirmation page.
Step 10: Take a printout of the UGC NET Application Form for reference later.