UGC NET: syllabus, exam pattern & eligibility
UGC National Eligibility Test. Assistant Professor / JRF / PhD admission eligibility in 80+ subjects
- Category
- Science & Research
- Conducted by
- National Testing Agency (NTA) for UGC
- Level
- PhD/Research
- Frequency
- Twice a year (June, December)
- Mode
- CBT
- Languages
- English, Hindi
Eligibility
- Education: Master's (55% gen, 50% reserved)
- Age: JRF <=30 (relaxation); none for Asst. Prof
- Attempts: Unlimited
Exam pattern
Paper 1 + Paper 2
180 min · 150 questions · 300 marks
- Paper 1 teaching & research aptitude: 50 questions, 100 marks
- Paper 2 subject: 100 questions, 200 marks
Syllabus
Paper 1
Teaching aptitude, Research aptitude, Reading comprehension, Communication, Mathematical reasoning & aptitude, Logical reasoning, Data interpretation, ICT, People, development & environment, Higher education system
Paper 2
Separate syllabus per subject (87 subjects in June 2026); see NTA syllabus PDFs
Important dates (June 2026)
- June 2026 exam: 2026-06-22 to 2026-06-30 (87 subjects)
- Result (84 subjects): 2026-08-28
- Result (English, Commerce, Sociology): 2026-09-17
- Re-exam (some subjects): 2026-09-09 to 2026-09-10
Selection process
Cut-off (top 6% per subject/category) for Asst. Prof; JRF top slice
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Frequently asked questions
What is UGC NET?
UGC NET stands for UGC National Eligibility Test. Assistant Professor / JRF / PhD admission eligibility in 80+ subjects. It is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) for UGC. Level: PhD/Research.
Who is eligible for UGC NET?
Education: Master's (55% gen, 50% reserved). Age limit: JRF <=30 (relaxation); none for Asst. Prof. Attempts: Unlimited.
What is the exam pattern of UGC NET?
Paper 1 + Paper 2: 180 minutes, 150 questions, 300 marks. Mode: CBT.
How often is UGC NET held?
Twice a year (June, December).
When is UGC NET held?
June 2026 cycle: June 2026 exam 2026-06-22 to 2026-06-30 (87 subjects); Result (84 subjects) 2026-08-28; Result (English, Commerce, Sociology) 2026-09-17; Re-exam (some subjects) 2026-09-09 to 2026-09-10.
How are candidates selected through UGC NET?
Cut-off (top 6% per subject/category) for Asst. Prof; JRF top slice.
Compiled from public sources, last checked 2026-09-25. Dates, fees and rules change, so confirm with the official website before you apply.