UGC NET June 2026: Registration Nears Deadline – Apply Now to Avoid Last-Minute Rush The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the...
UGC NET June 2026: Registration Nears Deadline – Apply Now to Avoid Last-Minute Rush
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the registration window for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2026 session very soon. Candidates aspiring for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professorship, or PhD admissions must complete their applications before the fast-approaching cutoff.
Key Dates & Deadlines
Mark your calendars with these essential dates to ensure a smooth application process:
Last Date to Apply: May 20, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: May 20, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Correction Window: May 22 to May 24, 2026
Exam City Intimation: June 10, 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release: June 15, 2026 (Tentative)
Examination Dates: June 22 to June 30, 2026
Application Fee Structure
The examination fee must be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,150 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325 |
Steps to Apply Online
Registration: Visit the official portal at
ugcnet.nta.ac.in Form Filling: Log in with your application number and password to complete the personal and academic details.
Upload Documents: Provide scanned copies of your recent photograph (10 KB–200 KB) and signature (4 KB–30 KB) in the prescribed JPG/JPEG format.
Fee Payment: Pay the category-specific fee and download the Confirmation Page for future reference.
Exam Pattern & Schedule
The UGC NET June 2026 will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode for 85 subjects.
Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours) – No break between Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Shift Timings:
Shift 1: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Shift 2: 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Important Instructions
Eligibility: General category candidates must have secured at least 55% marks in their Master’s degree (50% for reserved categories).
Age Limit for JRF: Maximum 30 years as of June 1, 2026. There is no upper age limit for candidates applying only for Assistant Professorship.
No Multiple Forms: Only one application per candidate is allowed. Submission of multiple forms may lead to cancellation of candidature.
Stay ahead of the competition! Ensure all details are accurate during the initial filling to minimize the need for the correction window. For technical assistance, candidates can contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-40759000 or 011-69227700.
