Overview
National Testing Agency (NTA) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of UGC NET. Job location: All India.
Particular Details Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA) Exam Name University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2026 Exam Dates 22 June to 30 June 2026 (postponed shift at one Jalandhar centre held on 5 July 2026) Answer Key Status Expected Soon Answer Key Type Provisional (subject to objection window before Final Answer Key) Official Website ugcnet.nta.nic.in Number of Subjects 87 (including 2 new subjects: Statistics and Forestry) Objection Fee Rs. 200 per question (non-refundable) Answer Key: No official confirmation has come from NTA regarding the exact release date. It has now been more than two weeks since the exam concluded, and the provisional answer key link is still not active on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. This page will be updated as soon as NTA activates the link.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Post Name | UGC NET |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Selection Process | Interview |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/ |
| Source Name | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
UGC NET
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Exam Name | University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2026
Application Fee
Candidates must pay Rs. 200 per question to raise an objection against the provisional answer key. The fee is non-refundable, even if the objection is found correct.
Selection Process
Interview
Important Dates
Published Date: 17 Aug 2026
- Notification Release Date: 17 Aug 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 17 Aug 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through the official recruitment portal https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Website | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | answer_key |
| official_website_link | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/ |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational qualification required for UGC NET?
The required educational qualification is: Exam Name | University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) June 2026. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the selection process for UGC NET?
The selection procedure involves: Interview. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for UGC NET?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.