UGC NET June Exam: Complete Guide (Eligibility, Application Form, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Marking Scheme & More)

The UGC NET June Exam 2026 is one of the most important national-level eligibility tests conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It determines the eligibility of candidates for Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), and Ph.D. admission in Indian universities and colleges.

Every year, lakhs of aspirants apply for the UGC NET exam, making it a highly competitive test for those aiming for a career in teaching and research.

UGC NET June 2026– Important Dates

Check the UGC NET June important dates in table below:

Event	Date
Online Registration Start Date	April
Last Date to Apply	May
Last Date for Fee Payment	May
Application Correction Window	May
Exam City Intimation Slip	To be announced
Admit Card Release	To be announced
Exam Dates (Tentative)	June
Answer Key Release	To be announced
Result Declaration	To be announced
Official Website	ugcnet.nta.ac.in

UGC NET June: Registration Fee

Check the UGC NET June Registration fee in table below:

Category	Application Fee
General / Unreserved	Rs. 1150
Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL	Rs. 600
SC / ST / PwD	Rs. 325
Third Gender	Rs. 325

What is UGC NET June Exam?

The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is conducted twice a year (June & December). The June session is crucial for candidates who want to secure:

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
• Assistant Professor eligibility
• Admission to Ph.D. programs

The exam is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and covers multiple subjects across humanities, social sciences, commerce, management, and sciences.

UGC NET June: Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	UGC NET June
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Duration	3 Hours (No break)
Papers	Paper 1 & Paper 2
Total Questions	150
Total Marks	300
Negative Marking	No
Official Website	ugcnet.nta.ac.in

UGC NET June: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must carefully check the UGC NET eligibility criteria before applying.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have a Master’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.
• Minimum marks required:

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General Category	55%
OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD	50%

Final year candidates can also apply.

UGC NET June Exam: FAQs

UGC NET Qualification Categories

UGC NET results classify candidates into different eligibility levels:

Category	JRF	Assistant Professor	Ph.D. Admission
Category 1	Yes	Yes	Yes
Category 2	No	Yes	Yes
Category 3	No	No	Yes

Explanation

Category 1	Eligible for JRF + Assistant Professor + Ph.D.
Category 2	Eligible for Assistant Professor & Ph.D.
Category 3	Eligible only for Ph.D. admission

UGC NET June: Application Process

The UGC NET application form is available only in online mode. No offline applications are accepted.

Step-by-Step UGC NET June Registration Process

1. Online Registration – Use a valid email ID and mobile number
2. Fill Application Form – Enter personal, academic, and exam details  and Note down the application number
3. Upload Documents – Photograph (10 KB – 200 KB) and Signature (4 KB – 30 KB)
4. Pay Application Fee – Payment via Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/Net Banking
5. Download Confirmation Page – Available only after successful payment

Important Instructions for UGC NET June Application Form

• Ensure all details like name, date of birth, category, and email ID are correct
• No correction allowed after correction window closes
• No need to send documents to NTA via post/email
• Application is valid only after successful fee payment

UGC NET June Exam Pattern

The UGC NET exam pattern consists of two papers conducted in a single session.

UGC NET June Exam Pattern 2026

Paper	Marks	Questions	Duration
Paper 1	100	50
Paper 2	200	100	3 Hours (Total)

Paper 1 (General Paper)

• Tests teaching and research aptitude
• Topics include: Reasoning ability, Reading comprehension, General awareness and Communication.

Paper 2 (Subject-Specific)

• Based on the subject chosen by the candidate
• Tests domain knowledge

UGC NET June: Marking Scheme

Check the UGC NET June Marking Scheme in table below:

Criteria	Details
Correct Answer	+2 Marks
Incorrect Answer	0 Marks
Unattempted	0 Marks
Negative Marking	No

• All questions are compulsory
• No penalty for wrong answers
• Attempt maximum questions to score higher

UGC NET June Medium of Question Paper

• Available in English & Hindi
• Language papers are exceptions
• English version is considered final in case of discrepancy

UGC NET June Syllabus

The UGC NET syllabus varies based on subjects. There are over 80+ subjects available.

• Paper 1: Common for all candidates
• Paper 2: Subject-specific

Candidates can download the syllabus from:
https://www.ugcnetonline.in

UGC NET June Admit Card

• The UGC NET June Admit Card will releases in online mode on the official website of UGC NET December Released online on official website.
• Contains: Candidate details, Exam date & timing, Exam center details and Important instructions.

UGC NET Result & Scorecard

• The UGC NET June Result will releases only online mode only.
• Includes: Marks obtained, Percentile and Qualification status.

Candidates can download their scorecard and certificate from:

• NTA website
• DigiLocker
• UMANG app

UGC NET June Exemption Rules

Who is Exempted from NET?

Category	Exemption
Ph.D. holders (as per UGC rules)	Eligible for Assistant Professor
JRF qualified before 1989	Exempted
SET qualified (before June 2002)	Eligible across India
SET after June 2002	Eligible only in that state

UGC NET June: Important Rules & Guidelines

• No refund of application fee
• Multiple payments will be refunded automatically
• Misleading information may lead to disqualification
• Uploading wrong photo/signature is treated as Unfair Means (UFM)

UGC NET June Preparation Tips

To crack the UGC NET exam, candidates should follow a structured preparation strategy:

1. Understand the Syllabus andFocus on both Paper 1 and Paper 2 topics.

2. Practice Previous Year Papers andHelps understand question pattern and difficulty level.

3. Time ManagementAllocate proper time to both papers.

4. Mock TestsRegular practice improves speed and accuracy.

5. Revision StrategyRevise important topics regularly.

UGC NET June Reservation Policy & Exam Day Instructions

The UGC NET June exam follows the Government of India reservation policy, which ensures fair opportunities for candidates belonging to different categories such as SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, and PwD. Understanding the UGC NET reservation criteria and exam day instructions is extremely important for candidates to avoid mistakes during the application process and on the examination day.

UGC NET June Reservation Policy

The reservation policy in UGC NET 2026 is applicable for admission and recruitment in Central Universities and Institutions. The percentage of reservation is fixed as per government norms.

Category-wise Reservation in UGC NET

Category	Reservation Percentage
Scheduled Caste (SC)	15%
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	7.5%
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	27%
General – EWS	10%
PwD (within each category)	5%

The UGC NET reservation criteria clearly states that 5% reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) is provided within each category for candidates having 40% or more benchmark disability.

Important Rules for OBC-NCL and EWS Candidates

Candidates applying under OBC-NCL category in UGC NET must ensure that they belong to the Central List of OBC available on the official NCBC website (ncbc.nic.in). If a candidate belongs to the state OBC list but not the central list, they must apply under the General category.

Similarly, candidates applying under the EWS category in UGC NET 2025 must follow the guidelines issued by the Government of India as per official notifications. Proper documentation is required to claim the benefit of EWS reservation.

UGC NET PwD / PwBD Reservation Rules

As per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, candidates with disabilities are given reservation benefits under UGC NET.

Definition of PwD / PwBD

Term	Definition
Person with Disability (PwD)	A person with long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairment
Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)	A person with at least 40% disability certified by an authority

The UGC NET PwD reservation ensures equal opportunities for candidates who face physical or mental challenges in participating in academic and professional activities.

UGC NET Reservation Policy

• Reservation benefits apply only to candidates listed in the Central Government list
• OBC candidates must be from the Non-Creamy Layer (NCL)
• State OBC candidates not in the central list are treated as General category
• EWS reservation follows latest government rules and income criteria
• PwD candidates must have valid disability certificates

UGC NET June: Reporting Time & Exam Day Instructions

Candidates appearing for the UGC NET June exam must strictly follow the exam day guidelines issued by NTA. Failure to follow these instructions may result in disqualification.

UGC NET Reporting Time

Instruction	Details
Reporting Time	2 hours before exam
Entry Closing Time	30 minutes before exam
Late Entry	Not allowed

Candidates must reach the UGC NET exam centre well in advance to complete the frisking and verification process.

Important Exam Day Instructions for UGC NET

Candidates must carry their UGC NET admit card and follow all instructions carefully to avoid any issues.

• Candidates must report early to avoid missing important announcements
• Entry is strictly prohibited after the gate closing time
• Candidates must sit only on their allotted seat
• Changing the exam hall or seat will lead to cancellation of candidature
• Admit card is mandatory for entry into the exam hall
• Identity verification will be conducted by exam authorities

UGC NET June Admit Card & Identity Verification Rules

Check the UGC NET June Admit Card & Identity verification rules available in below:

Requirement	Details
Admit Card	Mandatory
Valid ID Proof	Required
Verification	Done by exam staff

Candidates without a valid UGC NET admit card will not be allowed to appear in the exam under any circumstances.

UGC NET June: Exam Hall Instructions

• Candidates must check that the subject on the computer screen matches their selected subject
• In case of mismatch, immediately inform the invigilator
• Follow all instructions given during the exam
• Do not leave the seat without permission

Technical Assistance During UGC NET June Exam

Candidates can seek help from the invigilator or centre superintendent for:

• Technical issues in the computer-based test
• First aid emergencies
• Any exam-related queries

Helpline Details

Support	Contact
NTA Helpline	011-40759000

Important UGC NET June Re-Exam

The NTA does not conduct re-tests under any circumstances. If a candidate misses the exam due to any reason such as:

• Traffic delay  
• Late arrival
• Personal issues

They will not get another chance.

UGC NET June: FAQs