UGC NET 2026 Result Out (Soon): Check Expected Date & Scorecard
What's New in UGC NET?
- Aug 17, 2026: UGC NET June 2026 Provisional Answer Key released on August 16, 2026; candidates can download the answer key and recorded responses directly. Direct Link
- Aug 17, 2026: NTA has announced UGC NET June 2026 re-exam dates for English, Commerce and Sociology on Sept 9 and 10, 2026. Download PDF
NTA is expected to declare the UGC NET June 2026 Result soon for candidates who appeared in 84 subjects. The exam was conducted from June 22 to June 30, 2026, followed by a re-exam on July 5 for affected candidates. The provisional answer key objection window closed on August 18, and the result and scorecard are expected in the last week of Aug or first week of Sept 2026. However, English, Commerce, and Sociology will have a fresh re-exam on Sep 9 and 10, 2026, and their results will be released separately after the re-exam.
Download UGC NET June 2026 Result (Link Active Soon)
Steps To Check UGC NET June 2026 Result
UGC NET June 2026 candidates can check their UGC NET June 2026 result and download the scorecard through the official UGC NET website. To access the result, candidates will need their application number and date of birth or password. Once the UGC NET Result 2026 link is activated, candidates can follow these steps to check their scores and download the scorecard:
Step 1: Visit the official NTA UGC NET portal at ugcnet.nta.ac.in
Step 2: Click on the “UGC NET June 2026 Result” link available on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your application number and date of birth or password.
Step 4: Submit the login details.
Step 5: The UGC NET scorecard 2026 will appear on the screen.
Step 6: Check your marks, qualifying status, and other details mentioned on the scorecard.
Step 7: Download and save the scorecard for future reference.
Candidates should keep a copy of the UGC NET 2026 scorecard safely, as it is required to verify their qualifying status for JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD admission.
UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Out
NTA released the UGC NET June 2026 Provisional Answer Key on August 16, 2026, along with the question paper and recorded responses. Candidates can use these to verify their marked answers and calculate their probable scores before the result. Candidates who found discrepancies were permitted to challenge the provisional key until the objection window officially closed on Aug 18, 2026
Note: NTA has released the provisional answer key for 84 subjects. UGC NET June 2026 exam for English, Commerce, and Sociology will be conducted separately on Sept 9 and 10, 2026. The answer key for these three subjects will be released after the respective re-exam.
Steps to Check UGC NET Answer Key?
UGC NET June 2026 candidates can access the provisional answer key, question paper, and recorded responses through the official website using their login credentials. Follow the steps below to check and download the documents:
- Visit the official UGC NET website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Click on the link for the UGC NET June 2026 Provisional Answer Key.
- Enter the required login credentials and submit.
- The provisional answer key, question paper, and recorded responses will appear on the screen.
- Check your marked responses against the provisional answers.
- Download or save the answer key and recorded responses for future reference.
UGC NET June 2026 Re-Exam Dates for English, Commerce & Sociology
NTA will hold the UGC NET June 2026 re-exam for English, Commerce, and Sociology on Sep 9 and 10, 2026. English is scheduled for Sep 9, Shift 1, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon; Commerce will take place in Shift 2 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM; Sociology is on Sep 10, Shift 1, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. This re-exam follows an inquiry that found issues in these papers. The provisional answer key for the other 84 subjects has been released, and their results will proceed unaffected.
Note: Candidates for the re-exam do not need to submit a new application or pay extra fees. NTA will issue separate admit cards and exam center details closer to the exam dates.
Download UGC NET Re-Exam Date Notice PDF
What is UGC NET Exam?
University Grant Commission - National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a national-level eligibility test for the post of Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor and for admission in a PhD in any Indian university/college, conducted by the National Testing Agency. The exam is conducted twice a year, mainly in June and December. The number of attempts is not limited. For more updates, check the NTA UGC NET notification.
The following categories determine candidate eligibility for Indian universities and colleges:
- Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to PhD
- Admission to PhD only
UGC NET June 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Exam Name | UGC NET |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-based Test) |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
| Exam Medium | English/Hindi |
| UGC Helpline Number | 011-69227700011-40759000 |
UGC NET 2026 Exam Dates
Check the table below for UGC NET June 2026 exam dates and other important dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UGC NET June 2026 Notification Release Date | April 29, 2026 |
| UGC NET June 2026 Online Application Starts | April 29, 2026 |
| UGC NET June 2026 Online Application Last Date | May 23, 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| UGC NET June 2026 Last Date for Fee Payment | May 23, 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| UGC NET June 2026 Correction Window | May 25, 2026 to May 27, 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| UGC NET June 2026 City Intimation Slip | June 2026 |
| UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card Release Date | June 17, 2026 (Released) |
| UGC NET June 2026 Exam Date | June 22, 2026 to June 30, 2026 |
| UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Release Date | August 16, 2026 |
| UGC NET June 2026 Result Declaration |
last week of Aug or first week of Sept 2026 |
UGC NET 2026 Notification
UGC NET Notification 2026 June has been released on the official website of UGC NET. It contains full information regarding the exam, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, application process and fee details, along with important instructions for the candidates.
Download UGC NET 2026 Notification PDF
UGC NET 2026 Eligibility
UGC NET Eligibility 2026 will be decided based on parameters like nationality, age, and educational qualifications of the candidates. Eligible candidates can submit their application by registering themselves through the official website of UGC NET.
UGC NET 2026 Educational Qualification
The following are the educational qualifications that are required under UGC NET Eligibility 2026 for 2026 exam:
(i) A master’s degree or equivalent from a UGC-recognized university/institution is required.
- General / EWS candidates: minimum 55% aggregate marks.
- OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender candidates: minimum 50% aggregate marks.
(ii) Final-year master's students (whose results are awaited) can also apply; their eligibility will be considered provisionally once results are declared.
(iii) Candidates with a 4-year bachelor's/8-semester degree (UG) with at least 75% marks may also be eligible for JRF and PhD admission (but not for Assistant Professor).
UGC NET 2026 Age Limit
There is no age limit for the eligibility of assistant professor and admission to PhD. However, there is an upper age limit for the candidates appearing for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) as shown below:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 30 |
| OBC-NCL | 35 |
| SC/ST | 35 |
| Third Gender | 35 |
| PwD | 35 |
| Women | 35 |
| Candidates holding an LLM degree | 33 |
| Ex-Servicemen (subject to the length of service) | 35 |
| Prior research experience (limited to the period spent on research) | Up to 35 |
UGC NET 2026 Nationality Criteria
Candidates belonging to Indian nationality are eligible to apply for UGC NET 2026. Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are also eligible to apply.
UGC NET 2026 Exemption (Eligibility for Assistant Professor)
As per the previous years' guidelines, candidates with the following qualifications are eligible to enrol for the role of Assistant Professor in any Indian University/College without UGC NET:
- Candidates who have qualified for the SET Exam before 01 June 2002.
- Candidates who have passed UGC/CSIR/JRF Exam before 1989.
UGC NET 2026 Application Process
UGC NET June 2026 registration and application process successfully concluded in May 2026, on the official website of UGC NET. Candidates can follow the instructions given below to fill their UGC NET Application Form 2026:
- Step 1: Visit the official website ugcnet.nta.ac.in and click on the UGC NET 2026 Application link.
- Step 2: Tick the declaration checkbox and register using your basic details. Use your own email ID and mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
- Step 3: Generate and enter the OTP. Note down the application number and password displayed after successful registration.
- Step 4: Log in and fill in personal details such as name, parents’ names, DOB, gender, and ID number.
- Step 5: Enter contact details, category, academic qualifications, and subject details, and select preferred exam cities.
- Step 6: Upload a photograph (10-200 KB) and a signature (4-30 KB) along with other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Step 7: Preview the form, pay the application fee using a card, net banking, or UPI, and download the confirmation page.
UGC NET Application Fee
UGC NET Fee can be paid by online mode of payment only. The following are the application fee structures for various categories:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 1150 |
| General-EWS/ OBC-NCL | Rs 600 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | Rs 325 |
In case of a cancelled payment, a refund will be granted to your bank account within 15 days.
Note: Do not refresh or go back while the payment is processed. It may lead to cancellations.
UGC NET 2026 Admit Card
UGC NET Admit Card for June 2026 was available online from june 17, 2026. Candidates can download their UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card through the official website of UGC NET by following the given instructions:
Step 1: Go to the official website ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
Step 2: Click on ‘UGC NET 2026 June Admit Card’ in the ‘Latest News’ section.
Step 3: Enter the required credentials.
Step 4: Click on the ‘Submit’ button to view your admit card.
Step 5: Download the PDF of your admit card.
Carry a hard copy of your admit card to your exam center on the exam day.
UGC NET 2026 Syllabus
UGC NET 2026 Exam will be, as per the previous pattern, divided into two parts, called Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 focuses on the general ability and knowledge of the candidates, whereas Paper 2 requires a deep understanding of the particular subject opted for by the candidate.
UGC NET Paper 1 Syllabus
It is a general ability test and is common for all candidates. It has the following subject matter:
- Teaching aptitude
- Research aptitude
- Comprehension
- Communication
- Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Interpretation
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- People, Development and Environment
- Higher Education System
UGC NET Paper 2 Syllabus
It consists of subject-specific matter and can be chosen by candidates according to their subject-specific eligibility. Each subject has a Unique Code. The following are the Unique Subject Codes and Subject details of some widely chosen subjects:
| Subject Code | Subject | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | English | Drama, Poetry, Literary criticism, English in India, Fiction and non-fiction, Literary aries, cultural studies, research methods |
| 08 | Commerce | Business Environment and International Business, Accounting and Auditing, Business Economics, Business Finance, Business Statistics, Business Management and HR Management, Banking and Financial Institutions, Marketing Management, Legal Aspects of Business, Income-tax and Corporate Tax Planning. |
| 09 | Education | Educational Studies, History, Politics and Economics of Education, Learner and Learning Process, Teacher Education, Curriculum Studies, Research, Pedagogy, Andragogy and Assessment, Technology in/ for Education, Educational Management, Administration and Leadership, Inclusive Education |
| 04 | Psychology | Emergence of Psychology, Research Methodology and Statistics, Psychological testing, Biological basis of behaviour, Attention, Perception, Learning, Memory and Forgetting, Thinking, Intelligence and Creativity, Personality, Motivation, Emotion, Stress and Coping, Social Psychology, Human Development and Interventions, Emerging Areas |
Check the Detailed UGC NET 2026 Syllabus here.
UGC NET 2026 Exam Pattern
UGC NET 2026 exam will consist of two papers, and both papers will be objective-type, multiple-choice questions. There will be no break between the Papers.
| Paper | Types of Questions | Marks | No. of Questions | Total Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Ability Test: Common for all candidates. General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Qualitative Aptitude, Comprehension, General Knowledge, and Computer basics. | 100 | 50 | 03 hours (180 minutes) without any break.All the questions are compulsory. |
| 2 | Subject Specific Test to check the domains of knowledge. | 200 | 100 |
Note: There will be no negative markings in UGC NET 2026.
Candidates must check UGC NET Exam Pattern 2026 to know the paper-wise exam pattern and marking scheme
UGC NET 2026 Exam Centres
Exam Centres for UGC NET 2026 can be selected by candidates while filling the application form. Once you have selected your preferred cities, one of them will be mentioned on your Admit card. The seats in a particular venue are limited; it is advisable to fill out UGC NET application form at the earliest. Check the table below for some of UGC NET 2026 Exam Centres:
| State/National Territories | Cities |
|---|---|
| Delhi (NCT) | New Delhi |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad (Prayagraj), Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Varanasi |
| Haryana | Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Karnal, Kurukshetra |
| Andhra Pradesh | Anantapur, Guntur, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Anand, Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Silchar |
UGC NET 2026 Cutoff
UGC NET The cutoff for June 2026 for all subjects will be released soon with the declaration of the result on the official website. The final Cutoff varies according to the Subjects and categories. Mentioned below are UGC NET Cutoff June 2025 for some subjects:
| Subject | JRF | Assistant Professor | PhD Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 188 | 166 | 146 |
| Commerce | 224 | 194 | 166 |
| Political Science | 244 | 218 | 186 |
| Education | 206 | 182 | 158 |
(Shown above are the cutoffs based upon the General category; other category Cutoffs vary subject wise and are lower than the General category.)
UGC NET 2026 Preparations
For Paper 1, candidates can refer to PYQs and practice sets. For Paper 2, a deep knowledge of the chosen subject is required. The following are some preparation strategies that can be followed:
- Textbooks: Textbooks are the preferred primary source. Candidates can also consider textbook guides based on different publications as per their subject needs.
- Mock Test: Regular practice of the Mock Test can be very helpful in the preparations. Through mock tests, candidates can also prepare for time management as well.
- Previous Year Questions: Candidates are suggested to revisit the Previous Year Question Bank to understand the pattern and topic-wise question distribution.
- E-Learning: Candidates can look out for exam preparation courses on PREPP, etc., or can go through several YouTube channels according to their subject and topic requirements.
- Articles and Essays: To grasp updated knowledge of their subject, candidates are advised to go through the latest research papers, articles, and essays available online.
Applicants are required to fill in all the data correctly in the application form, as any misleading information leads to the cancellation of the application. Refund for the Application form fee and Answer Key challenge fee in any case is ineligible.
UGC NET 2026 FAQs
Ques: I change my subject or category after submission of UGC NET application 2026?
Ans: No, once submitted and the fee is paid, changes are not allowed. Make sure your subject choice aligns with your Master’s degree. Once the correction window opens, you are allowed to make changes.
Ques: Can candidates with distance/online degrees apply for UGC NET 2026?
Ans: Yes, if the degree is UGC-recognized and valid. Non-recognized degrees or private correspondence degrees not approved by UGC are ineligible.
Ques: How many attempts are possible for UGC NET JRF 2026?
Ans: There are no limitations on the number of attempts. But the age limit is 30 years for JRF. However, there are age relaxations according to the categories.
Ques: Does UGC NET 2026 have negative markings?
Ans: No, as per the latest notification, the UGC NET Exam does not have any negative marking. There will be 150 total questions, carrying 2 marks each.
Ques: Can candidates from foreign universities apply for UGC NET 2026?
Ans: Yes, if the degree is recognized by UGC / Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Proof of recognition may be required during verification.
Ques: What are the three categories of UGC NET Qualification 2026?
Ans: UGC NET has qualifications under three categories. Category 1 is for JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD Category 2 is for Assistant Professor and PhD Category 3 is for admission in PhD only. Category 1 has the highest Cutoff.
Ques: What is the 99 percentile in UGC NET 2026?
Ans: UGC NET 2026 will be conducted in two parts for a total of 300. Getting a 99 percentile means that 99 per cent of people have scores less than you. According to previous percentile data, 99 percentile means you may have a score around 205- 215 out of 300.
Ques: Are there any UGC NET helpline numbers for queries?
Ans: Yes. UGC have their Helpline number 011-69227700011-40759000. In previous sessions, NTA has provided UGC helpline numbers and support emails.
Ques: Can I change my city after submitting my UGC NET form 2026?
Ans: No. Once the Exam centres are allotted, changes like selecting different venues are not permitted. Candidates must select their preferences accordingly before submitting the final application.
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