The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the UGC NET June 2026 subject wise exam schedule today June 6, 2026 on the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The UGC NET June 2026 examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode from June 22 to June 30, 2026 in two shifts every day Shift 1 from 9 AM to 12 PM and Shift 2 from 3 PM to 6 PM. The exam will be held for 85 subjects across these nine days.
Two new subjects Statistics and Forestry have been added to the UGC NET subject list for June 2026. Candidates who have successfully registered can now check their specific subject exam date and plan their preparation schedule accordingly. The UGC NET Admit Card is expected to be available by June 15, 2026 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
UGC NET June 2026 Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | UGC NET June 2026 |
| Schedule Released | June 6, 2026 |
| Exam Dates | June 22–30, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Shift 1 Timing | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Shift 2 Timing | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Total Subjects | 85 subjects |
| New Subjects Added | Statistics, Forestry |
| Application Period | April 29 May 24, 2026 |
| Admit Card | Expected by June 15, 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | 8–10 days before exam |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
Schedule Status: Released on June 6, 2026
Exam Dates: June 22–30, 2026 CBT mode
Shift 1: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Shift 2: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Total Subjects: 85 subjects
Admit Card: Expected by June 15, 2026
City Intimation Slip: 8–10 days before exam
Official Website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in
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UGC NET June 2026 Subject Wise Exam Schedule
The subjects scheduled across the examination days include Visual Art including Drawing & Painting/Sculpture, Geography, Public Administration, Education, Law, Political Science, Commerce, English, Hindi, Psychology, Management, Economics, Sociology and Statistics. The complete subject wise schedule across all shifts from June 22 to June 30
June 22, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Visual Art Drawing & Painting / Sculpture / Graphics / Applied Art / Art History, Geography |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Public Administration Education |
June 23, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Law, Political Science |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Commerce, English |
June 24, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Hindi, Psychology |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Management, Economics |
June 25, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Sociology, Statistics New |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | History, Philosophy |
June 26, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Computer Science & Applications, Environmental Sciences |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Sanskrit, Urdu |
June 27, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Physical Education, Social Work |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Library & Information Science, Music |
June 28, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Tourism Administration & Management, Home Science |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Linguistics, Archaeology |
June 29, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Forestry New, Performing Arts |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Mass Communication & Journalism, Women Studies |
June 30, 2026
| Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Remaining subjects Regional languages, Foreign languages, other subjects |
| Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM) | Remaining subjects |
Note: Verify your specific subject’s exact date and shift from the official schedule PDF at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The table above reflects available details the complete official schedule covers all 85 subjects.
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How to Check UGC NET June 2026 Subject Wise Schedule Step by Step
- Visit the official website — ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- On the homepage, click on UGC NET June 2026 Exam Schedule notification
- A PDF will open showing the complete subject-wise schedule
- Find your subject and note your exam date and shift
- Download and save the PDF for reference during preparation
UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card Download Process Expected June 15
The subject-wise exam date shift and centre details for UGC NET June 2026 will be mentioned on the admit card which can be downloaded from ugcnet.nta.nic.in by June 15, 2026.
When released, follow these steps
- Go to ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on Login to Admit Card / Download Admit Card
- Enter your Application Number and Password
- Click Submit
- Your UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card will appear
- Verify all details name, subject, exam date, shift, centre
- Download and print 2 copies carry both to the exam centre
UGC NET June 2026 Exam City Intimation Slip
Candidates can download their exam city intimation slip 8–10 days before the exam. This means the city slip will be released around June 12–14, 2026 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
The city slip only tells you which city your exam centre is in the full centre address is on the admit card.
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UGC NET June 2026 Exam Pattern
| Detail | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Teaching & Research Aptitude | Subject-specific knowledge |
| Questions | 50 MCQs | 100 MCQs |
| Marks | 100 marks | 200 marks |
| Total | 150 questions | 300 marks combined |
| Duration | Combined 3 hours both papers | — |
| Negative Marking | None | None |
| Exam Mode | CBT Online | CBT Online |
Both papers are conducted in the same shift. Paper 1 is common for all subjects. Paper 2 is subject specific.
UGC NET 2026 Purpose and Eligibility
What is UGC NET?
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test UGC NET is conducted by NTA twice a year in June and December for three purposes
| Purpose | Details |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Grants fellowship for research — age limit 31 years General |
| Assistant Professor | Eligibility to teach in Indian universities and colleges |
| PhD Admission | Exempts from individual university PhD entrance tests |
Eligibility for UGC NET June 2026
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Education | Postgraduate degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) |
| Age for JRF | Maximum 31 years General relaxation for reserved categories |
| Age for Assistant Professor | No upper age limit |
| Nationality | Indian citizens only |
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UGC NET June 2026 Important Dates Complete Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | April 29, 2026 |
| Application Form Opens | April 29, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Extended | May 24, 2026 |
| Correction Window | May 26–28, 2026 |
| Subject Wise Schedule Released | June 6, 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | June 12–14, 2026 |
| Admit Card Expected | By June 15, 2026 |
| Exam Dates | June 22–30, 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | After exam |
| Result Declaration | July August 2026 expected |
UGC NET June 2026 Preparation Tips Subject-Wise Last 2 Weeks
With exams starting June 22, most candidates have 16 days remaining. Here is a focused preparation strategy
Paper 1 (Common for all subjects 50 questions, 100 marks): Paper 1 covers Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Reading Comprehension, Communication, Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information & Communication Technology, People & Environment and Higher Education. Revise NTA’s official study material and solve previous year papers daily. Target 40+ out of 50 marks here.
Paper 2 (Subject-specific — 100 questions, 200 marks): Focus on the official UGC NET syllabus for your subject. Revise standard textbooks used in postgraduate courses. Solve at least 5 previous year papers for your subject with a timer.
Last 3 days before exam: Only revise do not start new topics. Solve one full mock test daily. Focus on time management 3 hours for 150 questions = 1.2 minutes per question. Check your admit card and plan travel to exam centre.
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What to Carry to UGC NET June 2026 Exam Centre
Mandatory
- Printed UGC NET Admit Card 2 copies
- Valid original Photo ID Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID
- One recent passport size photograph
Prohibited
- Mobile phones and all electronic devices
- Calculators
- Books or notes
- Smart watches
Year Wise UGC NET Exam History
| Year/Session | Exam Dates | Key Event |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | June 22–30, 2026 | Schedule released June 6 |
| December 2024 | January 3–16, 2025 | Conducted in CBT mode |
| June 2024 | Cancelled then August 21–Sep 4 | Paper leak controversy |
| December 2023 | January 2024 | Normal session |
The June 2024 UGC NET was cancelled after a paper leak was discovered and the exam had to be re conducted. NTA has since implemented stricter security protocols for 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was UGC NET June 2026 exam schedule released? The NTA released the UGC NET June 2026 subject wise examination schedule on June 6, 2026 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Q2. What are the UGC NET June 2026 exam dates? The UGC NET June 2026 examination will be conducted in CBT mode from June 22 to June 30, 2026 in multiple shifts at different exam centres.
Q3. What are the shift timings for UGC NET June 2026? The exam is conducted in two shifts daily Shift 1 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Shift 2 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Q4. When will the UGC NET June 2026 admit card be released? The UGC NET Admit Card is expected to be available at ugcnet.nta.nic.in by June 15, 2026.
Q5. When will the UGC NET June 2026 city intimation slip be released? The city intimation slip will be released 8–10 days before the exam expected around June 12–14, 2026.
Q6. How many subjects are covered in UGC NET June 2026? UGC NET June 2026 covers 85 subjects. Two new subjects Statistics and Forestry have been added for June 2026.
Q7. Is there negative marking in UGC NET June 2026? No. There is no negative marking in UGC NET. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 carry only positive marks +2 for each correct answer and 0 for wrong or unattempted answers.
Q8. What is the age limit for UGC NET JRF 2026? The maximum age limit for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) is 31 years for General category. SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates get a relaxation of 5 years up to 36 years. There is no age limit for the Assistant Professor eligibility.
Q9. What is the minimum qualification for UGC NET June 2026? Candidates must have a postgraduate degree with minimum 55% marks. SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PwD/Transgender candidates need only 50% marks at postgraduate level.
Q10. Where can I check the complete UGC NET June 2026 subject-wise schedule? The complete subject wise schedule PDF is available at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can also check it at nta.ac.in under the UGC NET June 2026 notification section.
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About UGC NET
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test UGC NET is the national level eligibility test for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in Indian universities and colleges. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) since 2018, UGC NET is held twice a year June and December sessions. It covers 85 subjects across humanities, social sciences, commerce, management, computer science, languages and sciences. Clearing UGC NET is mandatory for teaching positions in centrally funded universities, deemed universities and most state universities across India.
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