The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the UGC NET June 2026 examination. If you are aspiring to become an Assistant Professor, qualify for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), or seek admission to Ph.D. programmes in Indian universities, this is your most important exam. In this complete guide, we cover everything you need to know from important dates and application process to subject list, fees, and key instructions all in one place.
What is UGC NET June 2026?
UGC NET (National Eligibility Test) is a national-level examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC). It determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for:
- Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Appointment as Assistant Professor
- Appointment as Assistant Professor and Admission to Ph.D.
- Admission to Ph.D. only
The June 2026 session will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across 85 subjects at exam centres across India. It is one of the most prestigious academic examinations in the country and serves as the primary gateway for graduates who wish to pursue a career in higher education or research.
UGC NET June 2026 – Important Dates
Before anything else, mark these critical dates in your calendar. The NTA has released the following official schedule for UGC NET June 2026:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Submission of Online Application Form | 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit Examination Fee | 20 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window in Application Form | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Announcement of Exam City | By 10 June 2026 |
| Downloading of Admit Card | By 15 June 2026 |
| Date of Examination | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
| Centre, Date and Shift | As indicated on Admit Card |
| Display of Answer Key | To be announced later on the website |
Note: All the dates mentioned above are tentative. Applicants will be informed in case there is any change due to any reason.
UGC NET June 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee for UGC NET June 2026 varies according to the candidate's category. Here is the complete fee structure:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,150/- |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs. 600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
Fee payment can be made through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. The last date for fee payment is 20 May 2026.
How to Apply for UGC NET June 2026
Applying for UGC NET June 2026 is a fully online process. Follow these steps carefully:
Step 1 – Visit the Official Website Go to the official UGC NET portal at https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in or www.nta.ac.in.
Step 2 – Register via Meri Pehchan Application form registration is enabled through the Single Sign-On (SSO) service "Meri Pehchan" of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, for the convenience of applicants.
Step 3 – Fill the Application Form Enter all required personal, academic, and contact details carefully. Make sure your email address and mobile number are your own or your parent's/guardian's, as all communications from NTA will be sent only to these registered details.
Step 4 – Upload Documents Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified format.
Step 5 – Pay the Examination Fee Pay the applicable fee online through the available payment modes before the deadline of 20 May 2026.
Step 6 – Submit and Save Confirmation After final submission, save and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important: Only one application is to be submitted per candidate. No changes will be permitted after final submission of the application form. Candidates are strongly advised to use Aadhaar verification while completing the form, as it helps facilitate the registration, examination process, and JRF processing.
UGC NET June 2026 – Correction Window
Candidates who make errors in their application form will get a chance to correct them during the Correction Window from 22 May to 24 May 2026. This is the only opportunity provided to fix mistakes. After this window closes, no further changes will be allowed, so use it wisely.
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UGC NET June 2026 – Complete List of Subjects (All 87 Subjects)
The UGC NET June 2026 examination is being conducted for 85 subjects. Below is the complete subject list with subject codes as officially released by NTA:
| S.No. | Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 001 | Economics / Rural Economics / Co-operation / Demography / Development Planning / Development Studies / Econometrics / Applied Economics / Development Eco. / Business Economics |
| 2 | 002 | Political Science |
| 3 | 003 | Philosophy |
| 4 | 004 | Psychology |
| 5 | 005 | Sociology |
| 6 | 006 | History |
| 7 | 007 | Anthropology |
| 8 | 008 | Commerce |
| 9 | 009 | Education |
| 10 | 010 | Social Work |
| 11 | 011 | Defence and Strategic Studies |
| 12 | 012 | Home Science |
| 13 | 014 | Public Administration |
| 14 | 015 | Population Studies |
| 15 | 016 | Music |
| 16 | 017 | Management (including Business Admn. Mgt. / Marketing / Marketing Mgt. / Industrial Relations and Personnel Mgt. / Personnel Mgt. / Financial Mgt. / Co-operative Management) |
| 17 | 018 | Maithili |
| 18 | 019 | Bengali |
| 19 | 020 | Hindi |
| 20 | 021 | Kannada |
| 21 | 022 | Malayalam |
| 22 | 023 | Oriya |
| 23 | 024 | Punjabi |
| 24 | 025 | Sanskrit |
| 25 | 026 | Tamil |
| 26 | 027 | Telugu |
| 27 | 028 | Urdu |
| 28 | 029 | Arabic |
| 29 | 030 | English |
| 30 | 031 | Linguistics |
| 31 | 032 | Chinese |
| 32 | 033 | Dogri |
| 33 | 034 | Nepali |
| 34 | 035 | Manipuri |
| 35 | 036 | Assamese |
| 36 | 037 | Gujarati |
| 37 | 038 | Marathi |
| 38 | 039 | French (French Version) |
| 39 | 040 | Spanish |
| 40 | 041 | Russian |
| 41 | 042 | Persian |
| 42 | 043 | Rajasthani |
| 43 | 044 | German |
| 44 | 045 | Japanese |
| 45 | 046 | Adult Education / Continuing Education / Andragogy / Non Formal Education |
| 46 | 047 | Physical Education |
| 47 | 049 | Arab Culture and Islamic Studies |
| 48 | 050 | Indian Culture |
| 49 | 055 | Labour Welfare / Personnel Management / Industrial Relations / Labour and Social Welfare / Human Resource Management |
| 50 | 058 | Law |
| 51 | 059 | Library and Information Science |
| 52 | 060 | Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian and Peace Studies |
| 53 | 062 | Comparative Study of Religions |
| 54 | 063 | Mass Communication and Journalism |
| 55 | 065 | Performing Art – Dance / Drama / Theatre |
| 56 | 066 | Museology & Conservation |
| 57 | 067 | Archaeology |
| 58 | 068 | Criminology |
| 59 | 070 | Tribal and Regional Language / Literature |
| 60 | 071 | Folk Literature |
| 61 | 072 | Comparative Literature |
| 62 | 073 | Sanskrit Traditional Subjects (including Jyotisha / Sidhanta Jyotish / Navya Vyakarna / Vyakarna / Mimansa / Navya Nyaya / Sankhya Yoga / Tulanatmaka Darsan / Shukla Yajurveda / Madhav Vedant / Dharmasasta / Sahitya / Puranotihasa / Agama) |
| 63 | 074 | Women Studies |
| 64 | 079 | Visual Art (including Drawing & Painting / Sculpture / Graphics / Applied Art / History of Art) |
| 65 | 080 | Geography |
| 66 | 081 | Social Medicine & Community Health |
| 67 | 082 | Forensic Science |
| 68 | 083 | Pali |
| 69 | 084 | Kashmiri |
| 70 | 085 | Konkani |
| 71 | 087 | Computer Science and Applications |
| 72 | 088 | Electronic Science |
| 73 | 089 | Environmental Sciences |
| 74 | 090 | Politics including International Relations / International Studies including Defence / Strategic Studies / West Asian Studies / South East Asian Studies / African Studies / South Asian Studies / Soviet Studies / American Studies |
| 75 | 091 | Prakrit |
| 76 | 092 | Human Rights and Duties |
| 77 | 093 | Tourism Administration and Management |
| 78 | 094 | Bodo |
| 79 | 095 | Santali |
| 80 | 100 | Yoga |
| 81 | 101 | Sindhi |
| 82 | 102 | Hindu Studies |
| 83 | 103 | Indian Knowledge System |
| 84 | 104 | Disaster Management |
| 85 | 105 | Ayurveda Biology |
| 86 | 106 | Forestry |
| 87 | 107 | Statistics |
UGC NET June 2026 – Exam Pattern
UGC NET is conducted in two papers, both held on the same day in a single session:
Paper I is common for all candidates regardless of their subject. It consists of 50 questions worth 100 marks and tests Teaching and Research Aptitude, Reasoning, Comprehension, General Awareness, and Communication skills.
Paper II is subject-specific, consisting of 100 questions worth 200 marks. It tests in-depth knowledge of the candidate's chosen subject.
There is no negative marking in UGC NET. The total duration of the exam is 3 hours (180 minutes), and both papers are conducted together without any break.
UGC NET June 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
While the official Information Bulletin carries complete eligibility details, here is a general overview:
For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Candidates must have completed or be appearing in their Master's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Transgender candidates). There is an upper age limit of 30 years for JRF (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Transgender and female candidates).
For Assistant Professor / Ph.D. Admission: There is no upper age limit. Candidates who have completed or are appearing in their final year of Master's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) are eligible.
Important Instructions for UGC NET June 2026 Applicants
Here are the key instructions every candidate must keep in mind:
- Applications can only be submitted in online mode through https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Applications in any other mode will not be accepted.
- Only one application must be submitted per candidate.
- Candidates must strictly follow the instructions in the Information Bulletin available on the NTA website. Non-compliance may lead to disqualification.
- The email address and mobile number provided in the application must be the candidate's own or their parent's/guardian's, as all communications will be sent only to these.
- Candidates are advised to use Aadhaar verification for smooth processing.
- Application registration is enabled via the Meri Pehchan single sign-on portal of the Ministry of Electronics and IT.
- No changes are allowed after final submission of the application form except during the official correction window.
- In case of any difficulty, candidates may contact the helpline at 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 or email at ugcnet@nta.ac.in.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the last date to apply for UGC NET June 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form and pay the examination fee is 20 May 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
Q2. When will the UGC NET June 2026 exam be held?
The examination is scheduled to be held from 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026.
Q3. How many subjects are offered in UGC NET June 2026?
UGC NET June 2026 is being conducted for 85 subjects as listed by NTA.
Q4. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
General / Unreserved candidates need to pay Rs. 1,150/- as the application fee.
Q5. Is there negative marking in UGC NET?
No, there is no negative marking in the UGC NET examination.
Q6. Can I correct mistakes in my application form?
Yes, a correction window is available from 22 May to 24 May 2026. No changes are allowed after this period.
Q7. Where can I download the UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card?
The admit card will be available for download by 15 June 2026 from https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Q8. What is the exam mode for UGC NET June 2026?
UGC NET June 2026 will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only.
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