UGC NET Admit Card 2026: Hall tickets out at ugcnet.nta.nic.in, exam from June 22

Candidates who are appearing for the exam should carry their admit card, a passport-size photograph, and a valid ID (Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card) along with them. Students without these documents will be prohibited from entering the exam hall.

The examination consists of two papers conducted in a single session without any break. Paper 1, common for all candidates, assesses teaching and research aptitude, reasoning ability, comprehension, communication, and general awareness. Paper 2 is subject-specific and is based on the discipline chosen by the candidate. The examination carries a total of 300 marks and contains 150 multiple-choice questions.

UGC NET is conducted to establish eligibility at three different levels – PhD, JRF, and Assistant Professor. JRF is valid for 3 years from the date of issue of the award letter. Candidates must join a PhD programme within this period to avail the fellowship benefits. There is no expiry date for Assistant Professor eligibility obtained through UGC NET. The scores are valid for 1 year from the date of declaration of the result for those who only clear the PhD level.