Name of Post:NTA UGC NET June 2026 Examination Apply Online
Post Date / Update:23 May 2026 | 08:10 PM
Short Info:The National Testing Agency has announced the application cycle for the June 2026 UGC NET, a national examination used to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowships and Assistant Professor positions. Prospective candidates can submit their digital applications between 29 April and 23 May 2026, with the formal testing window scheduled for the final week of June. The notification outlines specific academic requirements, noting that applicants generally need a master’s degree with at least 55% marks, though students in four-year undergraduate programmes are also permitted to apply. Registration fees are tiered based on social category, and while there is a 31-year age limit for fellowship seekers, no such restriction exists for teaching eligibility. Interested individuals must provide scanned identification and academic documents across a diverse range of 85 subject areas to complete their enrolment. These details, sourced from a recruitment portal, serve as a comprehensive guide for navigating the official selection process.

National Testing Agency (NTA)

NTA UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF  June 2026

NTA UGC NET JRF June 2026 Exam :  Short Details of Notification

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Job Notification: NTA UGC NET / JRF June 2026 Session

Overview of the Organization and Post

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is the main body that organizes this national exam. This specific test is for the University Grant Commission (UGC) to find qualified people for teaching jobs and research.

 

Category

Details

 Name of the Post

UGC NET and JRF June 2026 Examination

 Authority Name

National Testing Agency (NTA)

 Exam Level

National Eligibility Test for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship

The official name of this exam is the NTA UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) / JRF for the June 2026 session.

It is conducted to select candidates for the role of Assistant Professor and for awarding Junior Research Fellowships (JRF).

The National Testing Agency (NTA) manages the entire application and examination process.

 


Important Dates for Candidates

It is very important to submit your form before the deadline to avoid any issues.

Event Name

Date / Schedule

 Application Start Date

29 April 2026

 Application End Date

24 May 2026

 Last Day to Pay Fees

24 May 2026

 Form Correction Window

26 May to 28 May 2026

 Examination Dates

22 June to 30 June 2026

 Answer Key Date

After the Exam is completed

 Result Date

To be announced later

Candidates can begin filling out the online forms from 29 April 2026.

The final date to submit the application and the fee is 23 May 2026.

If you make a mistake in your form, you can fix it between 25 May and 27 May 2026.

The actual exams will take place over several days, starting from 22 June 2026 and ending on 30 June 2026.

Official results and answer keys will be provided based on the agency's schedule after the test concludes.

 


Application Fee Structure

You must pay the fee according to your category to successfully register.

Candidate Category

Fee Amount (INR)

 General / Unreserved

₹ 1,150/-

 EWS / OBC

₹ 600/-

 SC / ST / PH (Divyang)

₹ 325/-

 Candidates in the General category need to pay a fee of ₹ 1,150.

 For those in the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) or Other Backward Classes (OBC), the fee is ₹ 600.

 Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates pay a reduced fee of ₹ 325.

You can pay this money online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Payment via E-Challan is also an available option for applicants.

 


Eligibility Criteria and Age Requirements

Before applying, please ensure you meet the educational and age standards set by the UGC.

Requirement Type

Details

 Education (Master's)

Passed or appearing in Master's Degree with 55% marks

 Education (Bachelor's)

4-year Bachelor's degree holders are also eligible

 Age Limit for JRF

Maximum 31 Years

 Age Limit for NET

No Upper Age Limit

You must have finished or be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree in a relevant subject.

 A minimum of 55% marks in your Master's degree is required for eligibility.

 Candidates who have completed a 4-year Bachelor’s degree are now also allowed to apply.

 To apply for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), you must not be older than 31 years.

 There is no age limit if you are only applying for the Assistant Professor (NET) position.

Extra age relaxation is given to certain categories as per the official exam rules.

 


Available Subjects for Examination

There are a total of 85 subjects available for the June 2026 session.

 

S.No

Subject Name

S.No

Subject Name

1

Adult Education / Andragogy

44

Maithili

2

Chinese

45

Oriya

3

Commerce

46

Pali

4

Comparative Literature

47

Performing Art (Dance/Drama)

5

Study of Religions

48

Persian

6

Computer Science

49

Philosophy

7

Criminology

50

Physical Education

8

Defence Studies

51

Political Science

9

Dogri

52

International Relations

10

Economics / Business Economics

53

Population Studies

11

Education

54

Prakrit

12

Anthropology

55

Malayalam

13

Electronic Science

56

Psychology

14

English

57

Public Administration

15

Environmental Sciences

58

Punjabi

16

Folk Literature

59

Rajasthani

17

Forensic Science

60

Russian

18

French

61

Sanskrit

19

Geography

62

Sanskrit Traditional Subjects

20

German

63

Santali

21

Gujarati

64

Sindhi

22

Hindi

65

Social Medicine

23

Arab Culture & Islamic Studies

66

Management / Marketing

24

Hindu Studies

67

Social Work

25

History

68

Sociology

26

Home Science

69

Spanish

27

Human Rights

70

Tamil

28

Indian Culture

71

Telugu

29

Indian Knowledge System

72

Tourism Management

30

Japanese

73

Regional Languages

31

Kannada

74

Urdu

32

Kashmiri

75

Visual Art

33

Konkani

76

Women Studies

34

Arabic

77

Manipuri

35

Labour Welfare / HRM

78

Yoga

36

Law

79

Disaster Management

37

Library Science

80

Ayurveda Biology

38

Linguistics

81

(Not Applicable)

39

Archaeology

82

Marathi

40

Assamese

83

Mass Communication

41

Bengali

84

Museology & Conservation

42

Bodo

85

Music

43

Buddhist & Peace Studies

86

Nepali

 

Candidates can choose from a total of 85 subjects for the NET exam.

Common subjects include History, Economics, and Political Science.

Professional subjects like Management, Commerce, and Law are available.

Language subjects such as Hindi, English, Sanskrit, and Urdu are included.

Specialized areas like Yoga, Forensic Science, and Disaster Management are also options.

New subjects like Ayurveda Biology and Indian Knowledge System are part of the list.

 


Selection Process and Application Steps

The selection is based on a written competitive examination. Follow these steps to fill out your form correctly.

Action

Description

 Selection Mode

Written Exam (CBT Mode)

 Required Documents

ID Proof, Address, Basic Details, Education Certificates

 Scanning Needs

Passport Photo, Signature, ID Proof

Candidates are selected based on their performance in the UGC NET June 2026 examination.

First, read the full notification carefully before starting your application.

Gather all your documents like eligibility certificates and ID proofs.

Scan your photo and signature according to the sizes mentioned in the instructions.

Check the "Preview" section of your application to make sure all columns are filled correctly.

After submitting the form, always print a copy for your future records.

 


Important Links for Applicants

Use these links to access official resources and tools.

Resource

Link / Action

Apply Online

Click Here

Official Notification

Click Here

Extended Notice

Click Here

Sewayojan Tools

Click Here

Official Website

UGC NET Official Portal

You can apply online by visiting the official NTA or Sarkari Sewayojan links.

Detailed notifications and date extension notices can be downloaded directly.

Helpful tools for merging PDFs or resizing photos are available for applicants.

You can join Telegram or WhatsApp channels for the latest updates on the exam.

 


Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q. What is the maximum age to apply for the JRF position?

The maximum age for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) candidate is 31 years. However, there is no age limit for those applying only for the Assistant Professor (NET) role.

Q. Can I apply if I am still studying for my Master's degree?

Yes, candidates who are currently appearing for their Master's degree or are waiting for results are eligible to apply, provided they meet the minimum percentage requirements later.

Q. What is the application fee for an OBC candidate?

Candidates belonging to the OBC or EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹ 600.

Q. When will the UGC NET June 2026 exam be held?

The examination is scheduled to take place between 22 June 2026 and 30 June 2026.

Q. Is a 4-year Bachelor’s degree enough to be eligible?

Yes, according to the latest eligibility rules for the June 2026 session, candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree are also eligible to sit for the exam.

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