In terms of career opportunities, the UGC NET exam provides a gateway to a career in academia and research. Successful candidates are eligible for the position of Assistant Professor and JRF in Indian universities and colleges, with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. The exam also provides opportunities for candidates to pursue a career in research, with successful candidates being eligible for various research positions in government and private organizations.
| Exam Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | Tentatively scheduled for June 2026 |
| Category / Post | Min Age | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| UR/General | 21 yrs | 32 yrs |
| OBC-NCL | 21 yrs | 35 yrs |
| SC/ST | 21 yrs | 37 yrs |
| PWD | 21 yrs | 42 yrs |
| Stage/Tier | Mode | Subjects | Qs | Marks | Duration | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Online CBT | Teaching and Research Aptitude | 50 | 100 | 60 min | -0.25 |
| Paper II | Online CBT | Subject-specific | 100 | 200 | 120 min | -0.25 |
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Not specified | Pay Level 10 |
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Not specified | Pay Level 10 |
Last date: Mar 2026
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