NTA UGC NET June 2026 Application Form (Date Extended)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the online application for UGC NET June 2026 for eligibility toward Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). The application window started on 2026-04-29, and the last date to apply is 2026-05-24 (11:50 PM).
As per the notice, candidates should review eligibility, fee category, age rules, and exam pattern before submission. The exam is scheduled in CBT mode from 2026-06-22 to 2026-06-30, with city intimation on 2026-06-10 and admit card planned for 2026-06-15.
Applicants must complete registration, upload required documents, pay the fee online, and keep a print of the confirmation page. Candidates are advised to verify details from the official notification and date-extension notice before final submission.
Application Start
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
Last Date To Apply
Sun, 24 May 2026
Post Overview
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Apply Online Start Date | 2026-04-29 |
Apply Online Last Date | 2026-05-24 (11:50 PM) |
Last Date to Pay Fee | 2026-05-23 (11:50 PM) |
Correction Window | 2026-05-26 to 2026-05-28 |
Exam City Intimation | 2026-06-10 |
Admit Card Date (Planned) | 2026-06-15 |
Exam Date | 2026-06-22 to 2026-06-30 |
Answer Key | As per schedule |
Result | As per schedule |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
General | Rs. 1150/- |
Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs. 600/- |
SC / ST / PH / Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
Age Limit
Eligibility Criteria
| Examination | Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
UGC NET | Assistant Professor & JRF | Master Degree in any subject with 55% marks from any recognized university in India. Check full notification for detailed criteria. |
Exam Pattern
- Paper 1: Teaching & Research Aptitude
- Paper 2: Subject-Specific
Syllabus
- Paper 1: General Teaching Aptitude, Reasoning, Research, Communication
- Paper 2: Subject-based topics (80+ subjects)
- Candidates should use the official NTA syllabus link for subject-wise details.
How to Apply
- 1Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- 2Log in using registration credentials.
- 3Fill personal, educational, and category details.
- 4Upload scanned photo, signature, and required certificates.
- 5Pay the application fee online.
- 6Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page.
- 7Read the full official notification before final submission.
Required Documents
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UGC NET June 2026?
The last date to submit the online form is 2026-05-24 (11:50 PM).
Who conducts the UGC NET June 2026 exam?
The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for UGC.
What is the minimum educational qualification for Assistant Professor/JRF?
Candidates need a Master Degree with 55% marks from a recognized university in India, as per the provided summary.
What is the exam pattern for UGC NET 2026?
It is a CBT exam with 2 papers, 150 questions, 300 marks, 3 hours duration, and no negative marking.
When will the UGC NET June 2026 exam be held?
The exam is scheduled from 2026-06-22 to 2026-06-30.
What are the application fees for different categories?
Fee is Rs. 1150 (General), Rs. 600 (Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL), and Rs. 325 (SC/ST/PH/Third Gender).