UGC NET June 2026 Notification Released: Key Details on Eligibility and Application Process
UGC NET June 2026 Notification Out: Check Eligibility Criteria, Exam Schedule; Apply By May 20
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The National Testing Agency has announced the UGC NET June 2026 exam schedule, with applications open from April 29 to May 20, 2026. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including a minimum of 55% marks in a master's degree. The exam will take place from June 22 to 30, 2026.
- 01Application process for UGC NET June 2026 is open until May 20, 2026.
- 02Candidates need at least 55% marks in a master's degree to apply.
- 03New eligibility allows students with a four-year undergraduate degree to take the exam.
- 04Application fees vary by category, with General candidates paying ₹1,150.
- 05The exam is scheduled for June 22 to 30, 2026.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the UGC NET June 2026 exam, with the application period commencing on April 29, 2026, and closing on May 20, 2026. This examination allows candidates to qualify for the role of Assistant Professor or secure a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in universities and colleges across India. Applicants must have a minimum of 55% marks in their master's degree from a recognized institution, while OBC (NCL), SC, ST, and PwD candidates require at least 50% marks. A significant change this year permits students with a four-year undergraduate degree to apply, provided they have 75% marks in their degree. The application fee is set at ₹1,150 for General candidates, ₹600 for EWS and OBC (NCL), and ₹325 for SC, ST, and Divyang candidates. The exam will take place from June 22 to 30, 2026, with the admit card available on June 15 and exam city slips released on June 10.
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This examination provides opportunities for aspiring academics to secure positions in higher education institutions, potentially influencing their career paths.
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