NTA UGC NET June Answer Key 2026
CSIR UGC NET June 2026 is a national-level examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for candidates seeking eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions in science subjects. The June 2026 examination was conducted from 22 June to 30 June 2026, while the online application process was open from 29 April to 24 May 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination can check the official answer key, response sheet, result, eligibility criteria, important dates, and other updates through the NTA portal.
| Important Dates |
- Notification Out : 29/04/2026
- Starting Date : 29/04/2026
- Last Date : 23/05/2026 10:00 AM (Extended)
- Fees Last Date : 23/05/2026 11:50 PM (Extended)
- Correction Date : 26-28 May 2026 (Revised)
- Exam Date : 22-30 June 2026
- Exam City : By 10 June 2026
- Admit Card : By 15 June 2026
- Answer Key Release Date : 16/08/2026
- Re-Exam Date (English) : 09/09/2026
- Re-Exam Date (Commerce) : 09/09/2026
- Re-Exam Date (Sociology) : 10/09/2026
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| CSIR UGC NET Application Fee |
- General / Unreserved : Rs. 1150/-
- OBC / EWS Candidates : Rs. 600/-
- SC / ST / PH Candidates : Rs. 325/-
- Payment Mode : Pay the Exam Fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
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| CSIR UGC NET Age Limit |
- For JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) : Maximum Age Limit : 31 Years
- For Assistant Professor (NET) : No Upper Age Limit
- Age Relaxation : Extra age relaxation applicable as per UGC NET June 2026 Guidelines.
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| CSIR UGC NET Educational Qualification |
- Candidates who have passed or are appearing in a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks are eligible.
- Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree are also eligible to apply.
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| CSIR UGC NET Selection Process |
- Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Preparation of Subject-wise & Category-wise Merit List
- Eligibility Determination for Assistant Professor and/or Award of JRF
- Final Result Declaration
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| How to Check CSIR UGC NET Answer Key |
Candidates can check the official answer key by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official website of the respective examination authority.
- Go to the Latest Updates / Answer Key / Recruitment section.
- Click on the link “Answer Key” related to your examination.
- Enter the required details such as Registration Number, Roll Number, Date of Birth or Password, if required.
- Submit the details and download the answer key PDF or response sheet.
- Match your answers with the official answer key and calculate your expected score.
- If there is any incorrect answer or objectionable question, check the official notification for the answer key objection process and deadline.
- Keep a copy of the answer key and response sheet for future reference.
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