The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the UGC NET June 2026 application last date to May 23, 2026 , as listed in the UGC NET 2026 Important Dates. The fee payment deadline has also been moved to May 23, 2026 .
The authority released the UGC NET notification on 29 April 2026 . The exam will be held as a Computer Based Test (CBT) across 85 subjects from 22 June to 30 June 2026 .
UGC NET 2026 Important Dates: New Deadlines
Below are the key dates candidates must note from the official notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UGC NET Notification | 29-Apr-2026 |
| Application window opens | 29-Apr-2026 |
| Application last date (extended) | 23-May-2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 23-May-2026 |
| Application correction window | 25-May-2026 to 27-May-2026 |
| Exam city slip release | by 10-Jun-2026 |
| Admit card release | by 15-Jun-2026 |
| UGC NET Exam Dates (CBT) | 22-Jun-2026 to 30-Jun-2026 |
UGC NET 2026 Important Dates: What applicants must do now
If you plan to apply, register and complete the form at ugcnet.nta.ac.in before 23 May 2026 . Upload the required scanned images and pay the application fee via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking or UPI before the deadline.
The application correction window opens 25 May and closes 27 May 2026 . Use this window only to fix mistakes; major changes may not be allowed after submission.
The NTA will publish exam city slips by 10 June 2026 and issue admit cards by 15 June 2026 . Check the details on your city slip and admit card as soon as they are available to avoid last-minute problems.
The UGC NET June session will be conducted online in CBT mode across multiple days from 22 to 30 June 2026 . The exam covers 85 subjects; confirm your subject and paper details on the official site.
Candidates must meet the NTA/UGC eligibility criteria before applying. The notification lists eligibility rules and instructions—read them carefully on the official portal before submission.
This update affects anyone who had planned to apply close to the earlier deadline. If you’ve already applied, verify payment status and personal details during the correction window. If you haven’t applied, use the extended time to complete your application and documents.