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EXAM SYLLABUS
The UGC NET syllabus is prescribed by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is updated from time to time. The UGC NET June 2026 examination follows the latest syllabus applicable to the respective subjects. The syllabus covers 87 subjects, with separate subject-wise syllabi for Paper 2, while Paper 1 follows the common Teaching and Research Aptitude syllabus.
The exam consists of two papers:
Paper 1: Common for all candidates (Teaching & Research Aptitude).
Paper 2: Subject-specific (chosen from 85+ subjects).
Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
Paper 1 | Unit-I Teaching Aptitude | 5 Q |
Unit-II Research Aptitude | 5 Q | |
Unit-III Comprehension | 5 Q | |
Unit-IV Communication | 5 Q | |
Unit-V Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude | 5 Q | |
Unit-VI Logical Reasoning | 5 Q | |
Unit-VII Data Interpretation | 5 Q | |
Unit-VIII Information and Communication Technology(ICT) | 5 Q | |
Unit-IX People, Development and Environment | 5 Q | |
Unit-X Higher Education System | 5 Q |
PAPER 1 DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for UIGC NET of Paper 1 is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example |
Teaching Aptitude | Teaching: Concept, Objectives, Levels of teaching (Memory, Understanding and Reflective), Characteristics and basic requirements. | What are required for good teaching? (a) Diagnosis The main objectives of student evaluation of teachers are: As a teacher, select the best option to ensure your effective presence in the classroom. |
Learner’s characteristics: Characteristics of adolescent and adult learners | ||
Factors affecting teaching related to: Teacher, Learner, Support material, Instructional facilities, learning environment and Institution. | ||
Methods of teaching in Institutions of higher learning: Teacher centered vs. Learner centred methods; Off-line vs. On-line methods (Swayam, Swayamprabha, MOOCs etc.). | ||
Teaching Support System: Traditional, Modern and ICT based. | ||
Evaluation Systems: Elements and Types of evaluation, Evaluation in Choice Based Credit System in Higher education, Computer-based testing, Innovations in evaluation systems. | ||
Research Aptitude | Research: Meaning, Types, and Characteristics, Positivism and Post-positivistic approach to research. | Ethical norms in research do not involve guidelines for: Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research? |
Methods of Research: Experimental, Descriptive, Historical, Qualitative and Quantitative methods |
Format
EXAM PATTERN
The UGC NET exam (conducted by NTA) consists of two papers in a single 3-hour session (180 minutes) without any break, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Paper 1 has 50 MCQs (100 marks) testing teaching/research aptitude, reasoning, comprehension, etc. (common for all). Paper 2 has 100 MCQs (200 marks) based on the chosen subject (domain-specific knowledge). Total: 150 questions, 300 marks, +2 marks per correct answer, no negative marking.
The section-wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below:-
Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | Paper I | 50 Q | 50 x 2 = 100 Marks | 180 Minutes | 240 Minutes |
Paper II | 100 Q | 100 x 2 = 200 Marks | |||
Total | 150 Q | 300 Marks |
Note:- No break will be provided to the candidates in between Paper I & Paper II.
Mode of Exam
The Examination shall be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only. The examination will consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions.
Medium of Exam
1. The medium of the Question Paper shall be in English & Hindi only.
2. Option of medium of Question Paper should be carefully chosen by the Candidate while filling the Application Form online. The option once exercised cannot be changed.
3. Candidates opting for Hindi medium in the Application Form will be given bilingual paper, but candidates opting for English medium will be given English version only.
4. Candidates are required to answer in the medium as per the option exercised in the Application Form.
5. In case of any ambiguity in translation/construction of a question in the exam, its English version shall be treated as final and the decision of NTA shall be final in this regard.
Marking Scheme
Questions from Paper I shall contain 50 Questions of total 100 Marks (2 Marks each) and Paper-II shall contain 100 Questions of total of 200 Marks (2 Marks each), thus summing up to 300 Marks.
1. Each question carries 02 (two) marks.
2. For each correct response, the candidate will get 02 (two) marks.
3. There is no negative marking for incorrect response.
4. No marks will be given for questions unanswered/ unattempted/marked for review.
5. To answer a question, the candidate needs to choose one option as the correct option.
6. If a question is found to be incorrect/ambiguous during the Key Challenge, only those candidates who have attempted the question and chosen one of the correct answers would be given the credit. Only for dropped question(s), if any, marks will be given to all the candidates.
7. In case a Question is dropped due to some technical error, full marks shall be given to the candidates who have attempted it.
Normalisation of Marks
1. For multi-shift papers, raw marks obtained by the candidates in different shifts/sessions will be converted to NTA Score (percentile).
2. In case a subject test is conducted in multi-shifts, NTA Score will be calculated corresponding to the raw marks obtained by a candidate. The calculated NTA Score for the Raw Marks for all the shifts/sessions will be merged for further processing for deciding the allocation.
Formula for Normalisation:- (100 X No. of Candidates Appeared in the ‘Session’ with Raw Score Equal to or Less than the Candidate) / Total Number of Candidates Appeared in the Session
In the events of the percentiles for the multi-shifts being dissimilar / unequal, the lowest will be the eligibility cut-off for that category for all candidates (i.e. all shifts)
There shall be no re-evaluation/re-checking of result. No correspondence in this regard shall be entertained.
Note:- The Percentile of the Total shall NOT be an aggregate or average of the Percentile of an individual subject. The percentile score is not the same as the percentage of marks obtained.
Eligibility
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for UGC NET Examination are required to fulfill certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification, etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The criteria for eligibility UGC NET are decided by the conduction body itself.
The candidate’s eligibility for UGC NET Examination is based on the fulfillment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
4. Reservation of Seats
Nationality
A candidate should be an Indian national to be eligible for UGC NET Recruitment.
Age Limit
For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
Not more than 30 years as on 01st day of the month in which the examination is concluded i.e. 01.06.2026.
For Assistant Professor
There is no upper age limit in applying for UGC-NET for Assistant Professor.
For Admission to PhD
here is no upper age limit in applying for UGC-NET for Admission to PhD.
Relaxation in Age Limit (For Junior Research Fellowship)
Category | Relaxation |
OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third gender | Upto 5 years |
Candidates with research experience, limited to the period spent on research in the relevant / related subject of post-graduation degree | Upto 5 years |
Candidates with L.L.M. degree | 3 years |
Candidates who have served in the armed forces subject to the length of service | Upto 5 years |
Note:- Total age relaxation on the above ground(s) shall not exceed five years under any circumstances.
Educational Qualification
1. General/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates who have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s Degree or equivalent examination from universities/institutions recognized by UGC in Humanities and Social Science (including languages), Computer Science and Applications, Electronic Science etc. are eligible for this Test.
2. The Other Backward Classes (OBC) belonging to Non-Creamy Layer/Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Persons with Disability (PwD)/Transgender category candidates who have secured at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s degree or equivalent examination are eligible for this Test.
3. Candidates who are pursuing their Master’s degree or equivalent course or candidates who have appeared for their qualifying Master’s degree (final year) examination and whose result is still awaited or candidates whose qualifying examinations have been delayed may also apply for this test. However, such candidates will be admitted provisionally and shall be considered eligible for award of JRF/eligibility for Assistant Professor only after they have passed their Master’s Degree or equivalent examination with at least 55% marks (50% marks in case of OBC-NCL /SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category candidates). Such candidates must complete their Master's degree or equivalent examination within two years from the date of NET result with the required percentage of marks, failing which they shall be treated as disqualified.
4. The Ph.D. degree holders whose Master’s level examination have been completed by 19 September 1991 (irrespective of the date of declaration of result) shall be eligible for a relaxation of 5% in aggregate marks (i.e. from 55% to 50%) for appearing in NET.
Reservation Of Seats
Reservation Policy of the Government of India is applicable to UGC-NET. According to this, in the Central Universities and Institutions which are deemed to be Universities, the reservation of seats shall be as follows:-
Category | Reservation |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates | 7.5 % |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) candidates as per the Central List | 27 % |
General - Economically Weaker Sections (General - EWS) candidates | 10 % |
Persons with Disability (PwD) with 40% or more disability. | 4 % |
Reservation for Kashmiri Migrant | Subject to notification from Ministry of |
Schedule
IMPORTANT DATES
As per the latest UGC NET June 2026 notification, the online application process started on 29.04.2026, and the last date to submit the online application form was initially 20.05.2026. NTA subsequently extended the application deadline to 26.05.2026, while the application correction window was available from 27.05.2026 to 29.05.2026. The UGC NET June 2026 examination was conducted from 22.06.2026 to 30.06.2026.
Events | Date |
Online registration and submission of Application Form (complete in all respect) through NTA Website | 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
Last date for successful transaction of Examination fee (through Credit Card/ Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI Payment Modes | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
Correction in the Particulars of Application Form online only | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
Intimation of Cities of exam centres | By 10 June 2026 |
Downloading of Admit Card by the Candidate from NTA Website | 17 June 2026 |
Dates of Examination | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
Display of Recorded Responses and Provisional Answer Keys on the Website for inviting challenge(s) from Interested candidates | 16 August 2026 |
Declaration of Result on NTA website | 30 August 2026 (Tantative) |
Analysis
EXAM ANALYSIS
The UGC NET June 2026 examination was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from 22 June to 30 June 2026. The examination covered 87 subjects. The exam was conducted in multiple shifts, so the difficulty level and subject-wise question distribution varied across shifts.
Exam Pattern
UGC NET consists of two papers conducted in a single three-hour session without any break:
Paper 1: 50 questions – 100 marks
Paper 2: 100 questions – 200 marks
Total: 150 questions – 300 marks
Duration: 3 hours
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking: No negative marking
The final eligibility is determined on the basis of the combined performance in Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Paper 1 Analysis
Paper 1 is common to all candidates and tests teaching/research aptitude.
Important areas included:
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
Difficulty: Generally Easy to Moderate, although some shifts contained moderate questions. Questions were largely concept-based, with Reasoning, Data Interpretation and Research Aptitude requiring careful calculation or application.
Paper 2 Analysis
Paper 2 is subject-specific and carries the highest weightage, with 100 questions for 200 marks. Therefore, its difficulty varies considerably depending on the subject.
Questions generally tested:
Core concepts
Subject-specific theories
Important scholars/authors
Factual knowledge
Application-based concepts
Previous-year concepts
Current developments related to the subject, wherever applicable
Because Paper 2 differs for all subjects, one common difficulty level cannot accurately be assigned to all 87 subjects.
Overall Difficulty Level
Based on candidate feedback and shift-wise analyses, the June 2026 examination was broadly in the Easy to Moderate to Moderate range, with considerable variation between subjects and shifts. Paper 1 was generally manageable, while Paper 2 was the major deciding factor because of its subject-specific difficulty.
Section-Wise Difficulty
Paper 1: Easy to Moderate
Paper 2: Moderate, subject-dependent
Overall: Easy to Moderate/Moderate
Most important scoring area: Paper 2
Most common challenge: Managing time across 150 questions
Good Attempts
There is no official NTA figure for “good attempts.” Since UGC NET has no negative marking, candidates generally benefit from attempting questions where they can eliminate incorrect options or make a reasonably informed choice.
Therefore, a fixed number such as 120, 130 or 140 should not be treated as an official good-attempt benchmark.
Time Management
With 150 questions to be attempted in 180 minutes, candidates had an average of approximately 1.2 minutes per question.
A practical approach was:
Complete straightforward Paper 1 questions first.
Avoid spending excessive time on lengthy DI/Reasoning questions.
Give sufficient time to Paper 2 because it carries 200 marks.
Use the absence of negative marking strategically while avoiding completely random answers.
Difficulty Compared with Previous Examination
Compared with previous UGC NET papers, the June 2026 paper did not have a uniform difficulty level across all subjects. Paper 1 remained broadly manageable, whereas Paper 2 showed greater variation depending on the subject and shift.
For an accurate subject-level comparison, candidates should compare their own subject's June 2026 paper with the December 2025 examination, rather than using one overall difficulty rating.
Important Issue in June 2026 Examination
A major development in this examination was the decision to re-conduct the English, Commerce and Sociology papers. NTA announced the re-examination after an expert committee identified factual, typographical, translation/language-related errors and repeated questions in the concerned papers.
The re-examinations are scheduled for:
English: 9 September 2026
Commerce: 9 September 2026
Sociology: 10 September 2026
Candidates appearing for these re-examinations do not have to pay an additional examination fee.
Final Exam Analysis
Overall, UGC NET June 2026 was an Easy to Moderate/Moderate examination, but the actual difficulty varied significantly by subject and shift. Paper 1 was generally manageable, while Paper 2 was the key deciding component because it carried two-thirds of the total marks. The absence of negative marking allowed candidates to attempt more questions, but accuracy remained important for achieving a high score. The re-examination of English, Commerce and Sociology is the major exceptional development of the June 2026 cycle.
Study Tips
STUDY TIPS
Cracking the UGC NET requires a smart, consistent approach rather than just hard work. With the December 2025 cycle recently concluded and the June 2026 cycle approaching (notification expected around April 2026), focus on building strong concepts, practicing regularly, and managing time efficiently. Aim for 6-9 months of dedicated preparation if starting fresh, or 3-4 months intensively if you have a solid base.
General Preparation Strategy
Understand the Exam Thoroughly: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus, pattern (no negative marking, 300 marks total), and weightage. Download the official syllabus PDFs from ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
Create a Realistic Study Plan: Study 6-8 hours daily. Allocate ~40% time to Paper 1 and ~60% to Paper 2 (since Paper 2 decides JRF ranks). For working professionals, aim for 2-4 hours daily (evenings/weekends) with flexible scheduling.
Make Concise Notes: Prepare micro-notes, flashcards, and one-page summaries for quick revision. Include key formulas, definitions, theorists, and concepts.
Practice Previous Year Questions (PYQs): Solve at least the last 10 years' papers to identify patterns, high-weightage topics, and question types.
Take Mock Tests Regularly: Attempt 20+ full-length mocks. Analyze performance—focus on speed, accuracy, and weak areas. Simulate exam conditions (3 hours, no breaks).
Revise Consistently: Dedicate the last 1-2 months purely to revision. Avoid new topics in the final weeks.
Stay Healthy and Motivated: Sleep 7+ hours, eat light/home-cooked meals, stay hydrated, and practice relaxation techniques to avoid burnout.
Paper 1 Specific Tips (Teaching & Research Aptitude – Aim for 80-90+ marks)
Prioritize high-weightage units: Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, and Higher Education System (including NEP 2020).
Build basics in reasoning, comprehension, and ICT.
Practice daily: Solve 50-100 questions per topic.
Use short notes for quick recalls (e.g., Pramanas in Indian Logic, research ethics).
Paper 2 Specific Tips (Subject-Specific – Aim for 160+ marks for JRF)
Master core topics from your postgraduate subject.
Focus on theories, case studies, and applications.
Refer to standard books aligned with the syllabus.
Analyze PYQs to spot repeated themes.
Tips for Working Professionals
Study in short, focused bursts (e.g., 1-2 hours post-work).
Use weekends for mocks and longer revisions.
Opt for online resources/recorded classes for flexibility.
Track progress with apps/planners to balance job and study.
STUDY PLANS
As of January 2026, the UGC NET June 2026 notification is not yet released (expected around March-April 2026, based on trends). The exam is typically held in June-July. With about 5-6 months available, this is an ideal time to start structured preparation. Focus on building concepts now and intensifying closer to the exam.
General Guidelines for Success
Daily Study Time: 6-8 hours (full-time preparers) or 3-5 hours (working professionals).
Time Allocation: 40% to Paper 1 (common), 60% to Paper 2 (subject-specific, crucial for JRF).
Key Resources: Official syllabus from ugcnet.nta.ac.in, standard books (e.g., Trueman's for Paper 1), previous year questions (PYQs) from last 10-15 years, NTA mock tests.
Practice: Solve PYQs daily; take full-length mocks weekly in the last 2 months.
Revision: Multiple rounds; make short notes/flashcards for quick recall.
Health: Maintain sleep, exercise, and breaks to avoid burnout.
6-Month Study Plan
Divide into phases for balanced coverage.
Phase 1: Foundation Building (January - February | 2 months)
Complete Paper 1 syllabus (10 units).
Cover 50% of Paper 2 (focus on core/high-weightage units from your subject).
Daily: 2-3 hours Paper 1 + 3-4 hours Paper 2.
Weekly: Solve 1-2 unit-wise tests; note weak areas.
Goal: Understand concepts; make basic notes.
Phase 2: Intensive Coverage & Practice (March - April | 2 months)
Finish remaining Paper 2 syllabus.
Start integrating Paper 1 revision.
Daily: Revise 1 old unit + learn new topics.
Weekly: 2-3 subject-wise mocks for Paper 2; analyze errors.
Solve PYQs topic-wise.
Goal: Build speed and accuracy; target 80+ in Paper 1 mocks.
Phase 3: Revision & Mock Tests (May - June | 2 months)
No new topics; focus on revision (3-4 full cycles).
Daily: 1 full Paper 1 + half Paper 2 revision.
Weekly: 2-3 full-length mocks (3 hours, timed).
Analyze mocks thoroughly (aim for 200+ total marks initially, push to 240+ for JRF).
Last 15 days: Quick revisions, formulas, current affairs (for Paper 1).
Goal: Peak performance; handle exam pressure.
Paper 1 Focused Plan (Aim: 80-90+ marks)
High-weightage units first: Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Higher Education System, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation.
Daily practice: 50-100 MCQs.
Resources: Arihant/KVS Madaan books; focus on NEP 2020 updates.
Paper 2 Focused Plan (Aim: 160+ for competitive edge)
Prioritize units with 20-30% weightage (check subject-wise trends from PYQs).
Use standard textbooks + NTA syllabus PDFs.
Make unit-wise summaries.
For Working Professionals
Weekdays: 2-3 hours (evenings: Paper 1 + quick Paper 2 revision).
Weekends: 6-8 hours (full mocks + deep dives).
Use recorded lectures/online apps for flexibility.
3 - Month Study Plan
1. Understand the latest syllabus and exam pattern for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
3. Divide 3 months into basics (Month 1), practice (Month 2), and revision (Month 3).
3. In Month 1, complete core concepts of Paper 1 (Teaching Aptitude, Reasoning, DI, etc.).
4. Simultaneously cover important units of your Paper 2 subject.
5. In Month 2, solve previous year question papers and topic-wise MCQs daily.
6. Take 2–3 mock tests per week and analyze mistakes carefully.
7. Improve weak areas and revise short notes regularly.
8. In Month 3, focus on full-length mock tests in CBT format.
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OVERVIEW
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is a national-level examination used to determine the eligibility of candidates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programmes in Indian universities and colleges. For the UGC NET June 2026 examination, NTA conducted the test in 87 subjects in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The syllabus varies according to the subject and is prescribed by the UGC. The UGC NET examination was conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on behalf of UGC until June 2018; from December 2018 onwards, NTA has been conducting the UGC NET examination.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Name | UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test) |
Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Exam Level | National |
Application Mode | Online |
Exam Date | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The UGC NET selection process is a single-stage examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). There is no interview or additional rounds; qualification is based entirely on performance in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of two papers. The process determines eligibility for three categories: Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor only, and PhD admission only (introduced in recent cycles).
Key Steps in the Selection Process
Candidates appear for the exam (Paper 1: Teaching & Research Aptitude; Paper 2: Subject-specific).
Marks are calculated out of 300 (aggregate of both papers; no negative marking).
Results are declared with subject-wise and category-wise merit lists.
E-certificates are issued to qualifiers via the official portal.
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Aggregate in Both Papers)
These are the baselines to be considered for qualification (not the final cut-off):
CATEGORY | MINIMUM AGGREGATE PERCENTAGE |
General/Unreserved/EWS | 40% |
OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | 35% |
2026 exam
LATEST UPDATE
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the UGC NET June 2026 examination for determining eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programmes. The examination was conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from 22 June to 30 June 2026 across 87 subjects. The UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card was released from 17 June 2026 onwards, while the examination city information and other candidate-related notices were issued separately by NTA.
As per the latest update, the UGC NET June 2026 examination was conducted from 22 to 30 June 2026 across 87 subjects. The provisional answer key was released on 16 August 2026. NTA has announced that the final answer key and result for 84 subjects will be released before 30 August 2026, while the English, Commerce and Sociology papers will be re-conducted on 9 and 10 September 2026 due to reported issues in the question papers.”
The UGC NET June 2026 result was officially declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on 28 August 2026 for 84 subjects. The examination was conducted in CBT mode on 22, 23, 24, 25, 29 and 30 June 2026, and 1 July 2026, across 655 examination centres in 286 cities for 87 subjects.
IMPORTANT DATES
As per the latest UGC NET June 2026 notification, the online application process started on 29.04.2026, and the last date to submit the online application form was initially 20.05.2026. NTA subsequently extended the application deadline to 26.05.2026, while the application correction window was available from 27.05.2026 to 29.05.2026. The UGC NET June 2026 examination was conducted from 22.06.2026 to 30.06.2026.
Events | Date |
Online registration and submission of Application Form (complete in all respect) through NTA Website | 29 April 2026 to 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
Last date for successful transaction of Examination fee (through Credit Card/ Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI Payment Modes | 20 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
Correction in the Particulars of Application Form online only | 22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
Intimation of Cities of exam centres | By 10 June 2026 |
Downloading of Admit Card by the Candidate from NTA Website | 17 June 2026 |
Dates of Examination | 22 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
Display of Recorded Responses and Provisional Answer Keys on the Website for inviting challenge(s) from Interested candidates | 16 August 2026 |
Declaration of Result on NTA website | 28 August 2026 |
VACANCY DETAILS
The UGC NET is a qualifying examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and does not feature fixed vacancies or seats like traditional entrance exams. It primarily establishes eligibility for Assistant Professor positions in universities and colleges across India, awards Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) to top-performing candidates for research and PhD pursuits with a monthly stipend of around Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 plus additional grants, and also qualifies candidates for PhD admissions in many institutions.
Actual Assistant Professor jobs are advertised independently by individual universities, colleges, or institutions with no centralized vacancy list from UGC or NTA, though thousands of such positions are announced annually nationwide at salaries starting from approximately Rs 57,700 basic pay as per the 7th Pay Commission.
The number of JRF awards is limited, merit-based, and determined subject-wise and category-wise following Government of India reservation rules, typically ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 per cycle—for instance, the June 2025 cycle saw 5,269 JRF awardees out of around 1.88 lakh total qualifiers across categories.
For the December 2025 cycle, with exams concluded from 31 December 2025 to 7 January 2026, results along with the exact number of JRF awards and qualifiers are expected in February-March 2026. Many more candidates qualify solely for Assistant Professor eligibility or PhD admissions without a fixed cap. For the most current updates on results, cut-offs, or qualifiers, check the official websites ugcnet.nta.ac.in or ugc.gov.in, and monitor university portals or employment news for job openings.
SALARY STRUCTURE
The salary structure for candidates who qualify the UGC NET exam mainly revolves around two key benefits: the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) for research-oriented paths and eligibility for Assistant Professor positions in universities and colleges, with payments governed by UGC guidelines and the 7th Pay Commission as of early 2026.
Key Highlights of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
Monthly stipend: Rs. 37,000 for the first two years.
Upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Rs 42,000 per month from the third year onwards.
Additional benefits: House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on location, annual contingency grant (20,000–25,000 depending on discipline), medical facilities, and leave entitlements.
Purpose: Supports full-time PhD or research work without employment obligations.
Key Highlights of Assistant Professor Salary
Entry-level basic pay: 57,700 per month (Academic Pay Level 10, ranging up to 1,82,400 with increments).
Major allowances:
Dearness Allowance (DA): Currently around 55% of basic pay (subject to periodic government revisions).
House Rent Allowance (HRA): 8–24% depending on city classification (higher in metros).
Travel Allowance and other perks: Including research grants, provident fund, gratuity, and pension.
Typical in-hand salary for freshers: 80,000–1,10,000 per month in metropolitan areas.
Career progression:
Associate Professor: Level 13A, starting around 1,31,400 basic pay.
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UGC NET June 2026 City Slip: NTA Issues Advance Exam City Information
NTA has released UGC NET June 2026 city intimation slip at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Check exam city details, exam dates (June 22–30), and admit card update information...
| Posted On: 10 Jun, 2026 | |
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UGC Directive 2026: Upload Examination Year 2025 Records On NAD & Academic Bank Of Credits
UGC has instructed all universities and colleges to upload students’ academic records for Examination Year 2025 on NAD & ABC platforms by June 30, 2026...
| Posted On: 09 Jun, 2026 | |
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UGC NET June 2026 Subject-Wise Exam Schedule Released
NTA has released the UGC NET June 2026 subject-wise exam schedule. Check exam dates, shift timings, city intimation slip updates, admit card details, and complete timetable...
| Posted On: 08 Jun, 2026 | |
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UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card To Be Released By June 15
NTA will release the UGC NET June 2026 admit card by June 15. Check the exam schedule, shift timings, city intimation slip date, and step-by-step guide to download the hall ticket...
| Posted On: 04 Jun, 2026 | |
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UGC NET Economics Syllabus 2026 (NTA)
UGC NET Economics Syllabus 2026 has been released by NTA. Check detailed Paper 1 and Paper 2 syllabus, exam pattern, unit-wise topics, marking scheme, and exam dates...
| Posted On: 30 May, 2026 | |
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UGC NET June 2026 Registration Deadline Extended By NTA
National Testing Agency has extended the UGC NET June 2026 application deadline to May 23. Check revised registration dates, correction window, fee payment schedule, and application steps...
| Posted On: 21 May, 2026 | |
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UGC NET June 2026 Registration Started – Apply Online
NTA begins UGC NET June 2026 registration. Check application dates, eligibility, fees, exam schedule, and how to apply online before May 20 deadline...
| Posted On: 30 Apr, 2026 | |
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UGC NET June 2026: Statistics & Forestry Added As New Subjects
UGC NET June 2026 update: Statistics and Forestry added as new subjects by UGC. Check syllabus details, eligibility updates, and official notification for candidates...
| Posted On: 30 Apr, 2026 | |
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UGC Invites Applications For ODL & Online Courses 2026-27
UGC invites HEIs to apply for ODL and online programmes for 2026-27. Check application dates, eligibility, DEB portal details, and approval process...
| Posted On: 24 Apr, 2026 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Certificate Released In Online Mode
UGC NET December 2025 e-Certificate has been released by NTA on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Qualified candidates can download their certificate using application number and date of birth...
| Posted On: 23 Apr, 2026 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Revised Final Answer Key Released
NTA releases UGC NET December 2025 revised final answer keys for History and Commerce papers after Delhi High Court directions. Download updated PDFs and check subject-wise changes and instructions...
| Posted On: 06 Apr, 2026 | |
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UGC NET Result 2025 Released In Online Mode
UGC NET Result 2025 has been released by NTA on February 4. Check UGC NET December exam result, official website, and step-by-step process to download scorecard...
| Posted On: 05 Feb, 2026 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key Released In Online Mode
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 provisional answer key on January 14, 2026. Candidates can download answer keys, response sheets, question papers, and raise objections online till January 17, 2026...
| Posted On: 15 Jan, 2026 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key Release Date Announced
NTA will release the UGC NET December 2025 provisional answer key on January 15, 2026. Know how to download, challenge process, fee details, and exam schedule at ugcnet.nta.nic.in...
| Posted On: 13 Jan, 2026 | |
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NTA Releases UGC NET December 2025 Admit Cards For January Exams
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 admit cards for exams scheduled from January 3 to 7, 2026. Candidates can download their hall tickets from ugcnet.nta.nic.in...
| Posted On: 31 Dec, 2025 | |
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NTA UGC NET Admit Card 2025 Released
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 admit card for the January 2, 2026 exam. Check download steps, exam dates, shift timings, and important instructions at ugcnet.nta.nic.in...
| Posted On: 30 Dec, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card Released For December 31 Exam
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 admit card for the December 31 exam. Check subject-wise exam details, CBT schedule, paper pattern, and steps to download the hall ticket at ugcnet.nta.nic.in...
| Posted On: 29 Dec, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Subject-Wise Exam Schedule Released
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 subject-wise exam schedule. Check CBT exam dates, shift timings, subjects, city intimation details, and official guidelines...
| Posted On: 18 Dec, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Subject-Wise Exam Schedule Released
NTA has released the UGC NET December 2025 subject-wise exam schedule. Check CBT exam dates, shift timings, subjects, city intimation details, and official guidelines...
| Posted On: 18 Dec, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Correction Window Opens On November 10
NTA will open the UGC NET December 2025 correction window on November 10 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can edit details such as date of birth, category, and parents’ names until November 12, 2025...
| Posted On: 10 Nov, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Registration Ends On November 7
NTA will close the UGC NET December 2025 registration on November 7 at 11:50 PM. Candidates can apply at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The exam will be held from December 31, 2025, to January 7, 2026, in CBT mode...
| Posted On: 07 Nov, 2025 | |
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NTA Issues Advisory For UGC NET December 2025 Application Process
NTA has released an advisory for UGC NET December 2025 on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The registration window closes on November 7, 2025, at 11:50 PM...
| Posted On: 05 Nov, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Exam Dates Released
NTA has announced the UGC NET December 2025 exam dates. The test will be held from December 31, 2025 to January 7, 2026 in CBT mode. Apply online at ugcnet.nta.ac.in till November 7, 2025...
| Posted On: 13 Oct, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2025 Notification Released by NTA
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for UGC NET December 2025 on October 7, 2025. Candidates can apply online at ugcnet.nta.nic.in till November 7, 2025...
| Posted On: 08 Oct, 2025 | |
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CSIR UGC NET July 2025 Admit Card Released By NTA
The NTA has released the CSIR UGC NET July 2025 admit cards. Download your hall ticket now from csirnet.nta.ac.in. The exam will be held on July 28 for all subjects...
| Posted On: 25 Jul, 2025 | |
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UGC NET June 2025 Result Released By NTA
NTA has announced the UGC NET June 2025 results on July 21. Candidates can check their scorecards at ugcnet.nta.ac.in using their application number and date of birth...
| Posted On: 22 Jul, 2025 | |
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CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam City Slip Released By NTA
NTA has released the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam city slip for the June session. Candidates can download it from csirnet.nta.ac.in. The exam will be held on July 28 in two shifts...
| Posted On: 21 Jul, 2025 | |
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UGC NET 2025 Admit Card Released For June 26 Exam
NTA has released the UGC NET 2025 admit card for the June 26 exam. Candidates can download their hall tickets at ugcnet.nta.ac.in using their application number and date of birth...
| Posted On: 23 Jun, 2025 | |
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UGC NET Admit Card 2025 Released For June 25 Exam
NTA has released the UGC NET 2025 admit card for the June 25 exam. Download your hall ticket at ugcnet.nta.ac.in using application number and DOB...
| Posted On: 23 Jun, 2025 | |
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UGC NET June 2025 NTA Released Advanced Exam City Intimation Slips
NTA has released the UGC NET June 2025 exam city intimation slips for exams on June 26 and 27. Candidates can download them at ugcnet.nta.ac.in using their Application Number and Date of Birth...
| Posted On: 21 Jun, 2025 | |
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UGC NET June 2025 Admit Card Released
NTA has released the UGC NET June 2025 exam city intimation slips and admit cards. Candidates can download them from ugcnet.nta.ac.in using their application number and date of birth...
| Posted On: 20 Jun, 2025 | |
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CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Registration Begins
NTA has opened registration for CSIR UGC NET June 2025 from June 3 to June 23, 2025. The exam will be held on July 26, 27, and 28 in CBT mode. Apply now at csirnet.nta.ac.in...
| Posted On: 04 Jun, 2025 | |
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UGC NET June 2025 Registration Deadline Extended
NTA has extended the UGC NET June 2025 registration deadline to May 12, 2025. Apply now at ugcnet.nta.ac.in and prepare for the exam scheduled from June 21 to 30, 2025...
| Posted On: 09 May, 2025 | |
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UGC NET June 2025: Application Process Begins
UGC NET June 2025 official notification released by NTA. Know important dates, application process, eligibility, exam pattern, fee details, and how to apply online at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Deadline: May 7, 2025...
| Posted On: 17 Apr, 2025 | |
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CSIR UGC NET December 2024 Admit Cards Released
Candidates who have registered for the examination can now download their admit cards by visiting the official website...
| Posted On: 26 Feb, 2025 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2024 Provisional Answer Key Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2024 Provisional Answer Key...
| Posted On: 01 Feb, 2025 | |
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UGC NET December 2024 Exam Scheduled To Be Held On January 15 Postponed
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the postponement of the UGC NET December 2024 exam scheduled for January 15, 2025...
| Posted On: 14 Jan, 2025 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Certificate Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Certificate...
| Posted On: 30 Dec, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2024 Admit Card Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2024 Admit Card...
| Posted On: 30 Dec, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2024 Exam City Details Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2024 Exam City Details...
| Posted On: 26 Dec, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF Exam December 2024 Apply Online
National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2024 Notification...
| Posted On: 20 Nov, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Result Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Result...
| Posted On: 18 Oct, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Exam City Details Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Exam City Details...
| Posted On: 13 Aug, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Subject Wise Exam Date Announced
National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Subject Wise Exam Date...
| Posted On: 02 Aug, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 New Exam Date Announced
National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 New Exam Date...
| Posted On: 29 Jun, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Exam Cancelled
National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Exam...
| Posted On: 20 Jun, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Exam Schedule Out
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Schedule...
| Posted On: 01 Jun, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF Exam June 2024 Edit / Correction Form
National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the edit / correction window for UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024...
| Posted On: 22 May, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF Exam June 2024 Last Date Extended
National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Online Apply Last Date...
| Posted On: 11 May, 2024 | |
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UGC NET June 2024 Registration Will Close On May 10
The deadline for submitting the examination fee (by credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI) is May 12, 2024. The rectification window will be available on May 13 and close on May 15, 2024...
| Posted On: 10 May, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF June 2024 Revised Exam Date Announced
National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the UGC NET JRF June 2024 Revised Exam Date...
| Posted On: 30 Apr, 2024 | |
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UGC NET 2024 Exam Postponed, Now Will Be Held On June 18
Taking to microblogging site X (previously Twitter), the UGC Chairman stated that the decision was made after considering applicant comments. An formal announcement will be issued in this regard...
| Posted On: 30 Apr, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF Exam June 2024 Apply Online
National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2024 Notification...
| Posted On: 22 Apr, 2024 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Phase IV & V Admit Card Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Phase IV & V Admit Card...
| Posted On: 10 Mar, 2023 | |
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NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2023 Exam Apply Online Form
National Testing Agency (NTA) & Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR has released the notification for the CSIR UGC NET Exam June 2023...
| Posted On: 13 Mar, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Answer Key Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Answer Key...
| Posted On: 24 Mar, 2023 | |
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UGC NET 2023 Answer Key Challenge Window Will Close On March 25, 2023
Students who gave the UGC NET 2023 Phase 1 exams can go to the National Testing Agency's official website to download the UGC NET 2023 provisional answer key and file objections...
| Posted On: 24 Mar, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Final Answer Key Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Final Answer Key...
| Posted On: 07 Apr, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Result to be Release Today
National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Result today...
| Posted On: 13 Apr, 2023 | |
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UGC NET December 2022 Results Will Release On April 13
When the UGC NET result is announced, candidates can access it by logging in to the candidate portal with their application number and date of birth...
| Posted On: 13 Apr, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Result Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the NTA UGC NET JRF December 2022 Result...
| Posted On: 14 Apr, 2023 | |
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UGC NET Result Declared On April 13, 2023
The Agency has also released the final UGC NET answer keys. Candidates can access the final answer keys via the NTA UGC NET official website...
| Posted On: 14 Apr, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF Exam June 2023 Apply Online
National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2023 Exam Notification 2023...
| Posted On: 10 May, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET June 2023 Answer Key Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2023 Answer Key...
| Posted On: 06 Jul, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET June 2023 Result Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF June 2023 Result...
| Posted On: 26 Jul, 2023 | |
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NTA UGC NET JRF December 2023 Exam Result Released
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC National Eligibility Test NET / JRF December 2023 Exam Result...
| Posted On: 19 Jan, 2024 | |
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