UGC NET determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions in Indian universities and colleges.

What is UGC NET exam pattern?

UGC NET has Paper 1 (50 questions on Teaching Aptitude, Research) and Paper 2 (100 questions on chosen subject). Total 3 hours, no negative marking.

How many subjects are in UGC NET?

UGC NET is conducted in 83 subjects across Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences.

result awaitedLast Updated: 25 Sept 2026

UGC National Eligibility Test 2026 — Notification, Eligibility & Apply

Result awaited

Result Expected: 30 Jul 2026

Conducted by: National Testing AgencyOfficial Website

Important Dates

Registration Opens
15 Mar 2026
Registration Closes
15 Apr 2026
Exam Dates
1 Jun 2026
Exam Concludes
18 Jun 2026
Answer Key
25 Jun 2026
Result Expected
30 Jul 2026 (expected)

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Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for UGC National Eligibility Test 2026
Criteria	Details
Age Limit	JRF: Max 30 years; Lectureship: No limit
Educational Qualification	Postgraduation with 55%
Nationality	Indian

Application Fee

Application fee for UGC National Eligibility Test 2026
Category	Fee Amount
General	₹1,150
OBC-NCL	₹600
SC / ST	₹325

Academic Information

Academic details for UGC National Eligibility Test 2026
Detail	Value
Admission To	JRF/Assistant Professor eligibility

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Data Source: National Testing Agency Official Website

Last Updated: 25 Sept 2026

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