UGC NET June 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online, Exam Dates, Fees, Eligibility & New Subjects List

Introduction

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET June 2026 Notification, bringing a major opportunity for candidates aiming to become assistant professors or qualify for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in India.

This year’s exam comes with important updates, including new subjects and a detailed schedule, making it crucial for aspirants to stay informed and apply on time.

The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for 85+ subjects across India.

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What’s New in UGC NET June 2026?

•  Two new subjects added: Statistics & Forestry
•  Online application started from 29 April 2026
•  Exam scheduled between 22 June and 30 June 2026
•  Admit card release by 15 June 2026

As per the official notification (page 1 of the PDF), all activities will follow a strict schedule, and candidates must adhere to deadlines.

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UGC NET June 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	UGC NET June 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Subjects	85+
Purpose	Assistant Professor & JRF
Official Website	ugcnet.nta.nic.in

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Important Dates (Must Check)

Event	Date
Application Start	29 April 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 May 2026 (11:50 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date	20 May 2026
Correction Window	22–24 May 2026
Exam City Slip	By 10 June 2026
Admit Card	By 15 June 2026
Exam Dates	22–30 June 2026

(Dates confirmed in official notice)

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Application Fee

Category	Fee
General	₹1150
OBC/EWS	₹600
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender	₹325

Payment Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI

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How to Apply for UGC NET 2026

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official website: https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/
2. Register using email & mobile number
3. Fill the application form carefully
4. Upload documents (photo, signature)
5. Pay the application fee
6. Submit and download confirmation

Only one application form per candidate is allowed.

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Eligibility Criteria: UGC NET June 2026 notification

Educational Qualification

• Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for reserved categories)
• Final-year students can apply

Age Limit

• JRF: Maximum 30 years
• Assistant Professor: No age limit

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Exam Pattern

Paper	Marks	Questions
Paper 1	100	50
Paper 2	200	100

• Duration: 3 Hours (combined)
• No negative marking
• Paper 1: Teaching & Research Aptitude
• Paper 2: Subject-specific

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Admit Card & Exam City Details

• Exam city slip: By 10 June 2026
• Admit card: By 15 June 2026
• Exam center & shift: Mentioned on the admit card

(As stated in the official notification)

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UGC NET 2026 Subject List (Highlights)

Complete Subject List Table: UGC NET June 2026 notification

Code	Subject Name
00	General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude
01	Economics
02	Political Science
03	Philosophy
04	Psychology
05	Sociology
06	History
07	Anthropology
08	Commerce
09	Education
10	Social Work
11	Defence and Strategic Studies
12	Home Science
14	Public Administration
15	Population Studies
16	Music
17	Management
18	Maithili
19	Bengali
20	Hindi
21	Kannada
22	Malayalam
23	Odia
24	Punjabi
25	Sanskrit
26	Tamil
27	Telugu
28	Urdu
29	Arabic
30	English
31	Linguistics
32	Chinese
33	Dogri
34	Nepali
35	Manipuri
36	Assamese
37	Gujarati
38	Marathi
39	French
40	Spanish
41	Russian
42	Persian
43	Rajasthani
44	German
45	Japanese
46	Adult Education
47	Physical Education
48	Library and Information Science
49	Journalism and Mass Communication
50	Law
51	Performing Arts
52	Computer Science and Applications
53	Electronic Science
54	Environmental Sciences
55	Labour Welfare / HRM
56	Tourism Administration
57	Bodo
58	Law (updated category reference)
59	Library Science (updated reference)
60	Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian Studies
62	Comparative Literature
63	Sanskrit Traditional Subjects
65	Tribal and Regional Language
66	Folk Literature
67	Women’s Studies
68	Geography
69	Social Medicine & Community Health
70	Forensic Science
71	Pali
72	Kashmiri
73	Konkani
74	Santhali
79	Visual Arts
80	Criminology
81	Tribal Studies
82	Folk Culture Studies
83	Disaster Management
84	Yoga
85	Statistics (New)
86	Forestry (New)

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Newly Added Subjects (2026 Update)

• Statistics
• Forestry

These subjects have been introduced from the UGC NET June 2026 session to expand academic coverage.

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Important Notes for Candidates

• You can select only one subject based on your post-graduation discipline
• Paper 1 is common for all candidates
• Paper 2 is subject-specific (from the above list)
• Choosing the correct subject code is very important during the application process

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Important Instructions: UGC NET June 2026 notification

From the official notification:

• Apply only in online mode
• Provide a valid email & mobile number
• Follow instructions carefully
• Incorrect applications may be rejected
• Dates are tentative and may change

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Why UGC NET Matters?

UGC NET is one of India’s most important exams because:

• Qualifies you for Assistant Professor jobs
• Provides JRF stipend for research
• Required for Ph.D. admissions
• Recognized across universities

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Preparation Tips: UGC NET June 2026 notification

• Study the syllabus thoroughly
• Solve previous year papers
• Take mock tests
• Focus on Paper 1 concepts
• Revise consistently

Final Verdict

The UGC NET June 2026 exam is a golden opportunity for candidates aiming for careers in teaching and research. With new subjects and a clearly defined schedule, this is the right time to apply and start preparation.

Apply early, avoid the last-minute rush, and focus on smart preparation.

FAQs: UGC NET June 2026 notification

Important Links

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List of Subjects

Official Website

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