UGC NET June 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online applications for the UGC NET June 2026 exam. If you wish to appear for the UGC NET June 2026 exam, you can register for it starting today, April 29th. The last date for applying for this exam is May 20th, 2026.
Candidates can make corrections to their forms between May 22nd and May 24th. The exam will be held from June 22nd to June 30th, 2026. The official notification for the UGC NET June 2026 session has been released. Interested candidates can now apply through the NTA’s official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
UGC NET June 2026 – Key Highlights
- Exam Name: UGC NET June 2026
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Official Website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Registration Opens: April 29, 2026 (Today)
- Status: Applications Open Now
Eligibility Criteria
- Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognised university with minimum 55% marks
- Candidates with a 4-year undergraduate degree are also eligible to apply
- Age Limit for JRF: Maximum 30 years of age
How to Apply
- Visit ugcnet.nta.ac.in → Click ‘Online Registration’ → Fill in required details → Upload documents → Pay registration fee → Print application form
Key Deadlines to Remember
- Last date to apply: May 20, 2026
- Correction window: May 22–24, 2026 (only chance to fix errors)
- Admit card: June 15, 2026
- Exam starts: June 22, 2026
UGC NET June 2026 Notification Link Here
When will the exam be held?
The NTA will conduct the NET June session exam from June 22nd to June 30th, 2026, at various exam centres across the country. The exam city slip will also be released on June 10th, providing information on the exam city. Candidates can download their admit card until June 15th.
Important Dates
Registration Opens: April 29, 2026
Application Deadline: May 20, 2026
Fee Payment Deadline: May 20, 2026
Correction Window: May 22 to May 24, 2026
Exam City Slip Date: June 10, 2026
Admit Card Date: June 15, 2026
Exam Date: June 22 to June 30, 2026
Application Fee:
General Category – ₹1150
EWS and OBC NCL Category – ₹600
SC, ST, Persons with Disabilities Category – ₹325
How to Apply for UGC NET June 2026 via ugcnet.nta.ac.in
Must first visit the official website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in
Click on the ‘Online Registration’ link on the website’s homepage.
After clicking the link, enter all the required details.
Now, upload scanned copies of the necessary documents.
Then pay the registration fee.
Finally, take a printout of the application form for future use.
What are the eligibility requirements?
1. Must have a Master’s degree or equivalent examination from a UGC-recognised university/institution with at least 55% marks.
2. Students with a four-year undergraduate degree can also appear for the NET exam.
4. Age limit for JRF: Candidates for Junior Research Fellowship must not be more than 30 years of age.
