Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will publish the UGC NET June 2026 cut-off for Junior Research Fellowship, Assistant Professor eligibility and admission to PhD programmes. UGC NET is an eligibility examination, not a direct recruitment drive; therefore, no fixed number of posts or vacancies is notified.
The cut-off PDF will contain subject-wise and category-wise marks for General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST and PwD candidates. Applicants should distinguish the minimum qualifying marks from the final cut-off, which may be higher depending on subject, category and overall performance.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the University Grants Commission |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor Eligibility; PhD Admission |
| Total Vacancies | Not applicable; this is an eligibility test |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA for the June 2026 session |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should rely on the official examination bulletin and subsequent public notices for the confirmed schedule. The cut-off is generally released with or shortly after the result.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a master’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institution.
- General and General-EWS candidates ordinarily require at least 55% marks in the qualifying postgraduate examination.
- OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD and eligible third-gender candidates ordinarily require at least 50% marks.
- Candidates appearing in the final year of their master’s programme may apply provisionally, subject to fulfilling the prescribed conditions within the stipulated period.
- The candidate should generally select a NET subject related to the discipline studied at the postgraduate level.
- Applicants must check the June 2026 information bulletin for subject-specific provisions and exemptions.
Age Limit
- For Junior Research Fellowship, the upper age limit will be specified in the June 2026 bulletin; category and other permissible relaxations will apply under UGC rules.
- There is generally no upper age limit for Assistant Professor eligibility.
- Candidates applying for PhD admission through UGC NET should review the applicable university and UGC admission rules.
- The cut-off date used to calculate age will be stated in the official notification.
Fees
- There is no fee to download or check the UGC NET cut-off PDF.
- Examination application fees for General, EWS/OBC-NCL, SC/ST/PwD and third-gender candidates will be listed in the June 2026 information bulletin.
- Processing charges and applicable taxes may be payable in addition to the examination fee.
- Candidates should not use fee figures from an earlier cycle without verifying the current bulletin.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test: Candidates appear for Paper I and Paper II in a single examination session. Paper I assesses teaching and research aptitude, while Paper II covers the chosen subject.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks and Merit: Candidates must secure the prescribed aggregate minimum. The usual benchmark is 40% for General/General-EWS candidates and 35% for reserved categories in both papers taken together, subject to the official 2026 rules.
- Subject and Category-Wise Cut-Off: NTA prepares separate cut-offs for JRF, Assistant Professor and PhD admission categories. Merely obtaining the minimum marks does not guarantee qualification, as the final cut-off can be higher.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UGC NET portal at ugcnet.nta.ac.in once the June 2026 application window opens.
- Open the registration link and create an account using an active email address and mobile number.
- Enter personal, academic and communication details carefully. Select the correct subject, category and examination-city preferences.
- Upload the photograph, signature and supporting certificates in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online and download the confirmation page for future reference.
- After the examination, use the application number and date of birth or password to view the result and scorecard.
- Open the cut-off notice, locate the relevant subject and category, and compare the listed marks with the scorecard.
- Preserve the result, cut-off PDF and eligibility certificate or JRF award letter for recruitment or admission purposes.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the NTA UGC NET June 2026 cut-off be released?
The cut-off date is TBA. It is normally issued with or soon after the examination result.
2. Are minimum qualifying marks and final cut-off marks the same?
No. Minimum marks establish basic eligibility, while the final cut-off is determined separately by subject, category and qualification type.
3. Will there be separate cut-offs for JRF and Assistant Professor?
Yes. NTA generally releases separate subject-wise and category-wise cut-offs for **JRF, Assistant Pro
