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UGC NET June 2026 Exam City Intimation & Admit Card
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Vacancy DetailsWho Can Apply
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  • Master’s Degree in relevant subject with minimum 55% marks (50% for reserved categories)
  • Candidates appearing in final year of Master’s can also apply
  • Ph.D. degree holders (completed before 1992) are exempted from NET
  • No age limit for Assistant Professor (NET) — only JRF has age restriction
  • Subject selection as per post-graduation discipline
Age Limit
  • Maximum Age (JRF): 31 Years as on 01.07.2026
  • Maximum Age (NET/Assistant Professor): No Age Limit
  • Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women/Transgender candidates
  • Relaxation also for candidates with research experience
  • Refer to official notification for complete relaxation matrix
Schedule & TimelinePayment Details
  • Notification Date: 29 April 2026
  • Application Start: 29 April 2026
  • Apply Online Last Date: 24 May 2026 (Extended)
  • Fee Payment Last Date: 24 May 2026
  • Correction Date: As per schedule
  • Exam City Intimation: Released
  • Admit Card: Released
  • Exam Date: As per schedule (refer admit card)
  • General: ₹1150/-
  • EWS/ OBC: ₹600/-
  • SC/ ST/ PH: ₹325/-
  • Pay via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallet
  • Fee is non-refundable once paid
Recruitment Process
  • UGC NET Written Examination (Paper 1 + Paper 2)
  • Top 6% candidates qualify for JRF and Assistant Professor
  • Next 9% candidates qualify for Assistant Professor only
  • Validity of JRF certificate: 3 years from issue date
  • Validity of NET certificate: Lifetime
Other Important Details
  • Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
  • Paper 1: 50 questions, 100 marks (General Aptitude)
  • Paper 2: 100 questions, 200 marks (Subject-specific)
  • Total: 150 questions, 300 marks
  • Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes) — both papers in single session
  • Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
  • No negative marking
Important Links
Download Admit CardClick Here
Check Exam City Intimation SlipClick Here
Apply OnlineClick Here
Download Information BulletinClick Here
Download NotificationClick Here
Download Syllabus & Exam PatternClick Here
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Who Should Apply?

  • 85 subjects available across Arts, Science, Commerce, Languages, and Inter-disciplinary areas
  • JRF qualified candidates receive ₹37,000-42,000 per month fellowship + contingency grant + HRA
  • Examination conducted in 543 cities across India and 13 cities outside India
  • Top 6% candidates qualify for JRF + Assistant Professor; next 9% qualify for Assistant Professor only

UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card Released — Download Hall Ticket & Exam City Slip

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially activated the download link for the UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card, providing relief to lakhs of candidates who have been preparing for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test. The admit card, along with the exam city intimation slip, can now be accessed through the official portal at ugcnet.nta.ac.in by logging in with the candidate’s application number and date of birth. The examination will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across multiple sessions and centres throughout India, and the exact exam date and shift will be mentioned on each candidate’s individual admit card.

The UGC NET examination is conducted twice every year to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for appointment as Assistant Professors in universities and colleges across the country. The June 2026 cycle notification was released on 29 April 2026, with the application window open from 29 April 2026 to 24 May 2026 (extended). The application fee was structured as ₹1150 for General category candidates, ₹600 for EWS/OBC candidates, and ₹325 for SC/ST/PH candidates, payable through various online modes including credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, and wallets.

The eligibility criteria require candidates to hold a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) from a recognized university. Candidates appearing in the final year of their Master’s program are also eligible to apply provisionally. For the JRF, the maximum age limit is 31 years as on 01.07.2026, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women/Transgender candidates. For the Assistant Professor (NET) certification, there is no upper age limit, making it accessible to candidates of all age groups seeking academic careers.

The examination pattern consists of two papers conducted in a single 3-hour session. Paper 1 comprises 50 questions on general aptitude (teaching and research aptitude, reasoning, comprehension) carrying 100 marks, while Paper 2 contains 100 subject-specific questions carrying 200 marks. There is no negative marking in UGC NET, which encourages candidates to attempt all questions. Top 6% of candidates who clear both papers are declared eligible for JRF and Assistant Professor, while the next 9% qualify only for Assistant Professor. The JRF certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue, while the NET certificate remains valid for lifetime.

How to Download UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card

  • ☐ Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal at ugcnet.nta.ac.in using any modern web browser on your computer or smartphone
  • ☐ On the home page, locate the "Download Admit Card" or "Candidate Login" link prominently displayed in the latest announcements section
  • ☐ Click on the link which will redirect you to the candidate login page hosted on examinationservices.nic.in
  • ☐ Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and the security pin (captcha) exactly as displayed on the screen
  • ☐ After successful login, click on the "Download Admit Card" button to generate your hall ticket in PDF format
  • ☐ Carefully verify all details including your name, photograph, signature, subject, exam centre address, and exam date on the admit card
  • ☐ Download and take a clear printout of the admit card on A4 size paper to carry to the examination centre along with a valid photo ID proof

Common Questions & Answers

Q1. What is the validity of UGC NET JRF certificate?
The Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) certificate is valid for a period of 3 years from the date of its issue. Within this period, candidates can avail the fellowship benefits for pursuing research (Ph.D.) in any recognized university or institution in India. The NET certificate for Assistant Professor, however, remains valid for lifetime.
Q2. Is there any age limit for UGC NET?
For the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), the maximum age limit is 31 years as on 01.07.2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women/Transgender candidates. For the Assistant Professor (NET) certification, there is no upper age limit, and candidates of any age can appear for the exam to qualify for assistant professorship eligibility.
Q3. What is the application fee for UGC NET June 2026?
The application fee is ₹1150 for General category candidates, ₹600 for EWS/OBC candidates, and ₹325 for SC/ST/PH candidates. The fee can be paid online through credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, or various wallet services. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Q4. What is the exam pattern of UGC NET?
UGC NET consists of two papers conducted in a single 3-hour session. Paper 1 has 50 questions on general aptitude (100 marks) and Paper 2 has 100 subject-specific questions (200 marks). Total: 150 questions, 300 marks. There is no negative marking in UGC NET, so candidates should attempt all questions.
Q5. Can final year Master’s students apply for UGC NET?
Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of their Master’s degree program are eligible to apply for UGC NET provisionally. However, they must complete their Master’s degree with the required percentage of marks within two years from the date of declaration of the NET result, failing which their qualification will be cancelled.