
The UGC NET June 2026 City Intimation Slip is expected to be released shortly by the National Testing Agency (NTA), providing candidates with advance information regarding their allotted examination city. According to the official schedule, the city slip will be issued by June 10, 2026, while the UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card will be released by June 15, 2026.
The UGC NET June Session 2026 examination will be conducted from June 22 to June 30, 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across various examination centres in India. This session also introduces two new subjects—Forestry and Statistics—taking the examination's academic coverage further. Candidates who successfully completed the application process should now focus on downloading their city slip and admit card on time and preparing for the upcoming examination.
The NTA has announced the following schedule for the June 2026 cycle:
UGC NET City Intimation Slip: By June 10, 2026
UGC NET Admit Card: By June 15, 2026
UGC NET Exam Dates: June 22 to June 30, 2026
Additionally, NTA has introduced four new examination centres in the North-Eastern region to improve accessibility for candidates from remote areas.
The newly added centres are located in:
Arunachal Pradesh
Manipur
Meghalaya
These additions are expected to reduce travel difficulties and provide better examination access for aspirants.
| UGC NET June 2026 Important Dates | |
| Event | Date |
| UGC NET June 2026 Notification | April 29, 2026 |
| Application Form Release | April 29, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 24, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | May 24, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | May 26 to May 28, 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip Release | By June 10, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | By June 15, 2026 |
| UGC NET Exam Dates | June 22 to June 30, 2026 |
The UGC NET City Intimation Slip is an advance information document released before the admit card. It informs candidates about:
The city where their examination centre has been allotted
Exam schedule details
Travel planning information
It is important to note that the city slip is not an admit card and cannot be used for entry into the examination centre.
The actual examination venue address, reporting time, shift details, and candidate-specific instructions will be mentioned on the admit card.
As per the official schedule, NTA will release the city intimation slip by June 10, 2026.
Candidates are advised to:
Download the city slip immediately after release
Verify examination city details
Make travel and accommodation arrangements if required
Monitor the official website regularly for updates
The UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card will be released by June 15, 2026.
The admit card is a mandatory document that candidates must carry to the examination centre.
The admit card will contain:
Candidate's name
Roll number
Application number
Subject code
Examination date
Shift timing
Reporting time
Examination centre address
Important exam-day instructions
Candidates will not be permitted to enter the examination centre without a valid admit card.
Candidates can download the city intimation slip and admit card from the official portal.
Follow these steps once the city slip link is activated:
Visit ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Click on the "UGC NET June 2026 City Intimation Slip" link.
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password.
Submit the login credentials.
The city slip will appear on the screen.
Download and save it for future reference.
Candidates can download the admit card by following these steps:
Visit the official website.
Click on the UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card link.
Login using the Application Number and Password/Date of Birth.
Verify all details carefully.
Download the admit card PDF.
Take multiple printouts for examination day.
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
Verify all details mentioned on the admit card.
Ensure that the photograph and signature are clearly visible.
Reach the examination centre well before reporting time.
Carry a printed copy of the admit card.
Keep a valid photo identity proof ready.
Follow all instructions mentioned on the admit card.
Preserve the admit card until the admission and recruitment process is completed.
The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
| Paper | Questions | Marks |
| Paper 1 | 50 | 100 |
| Paper 2 | 100 | 200 |
| Total | 150 | 300 |
No break between papers
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Duration: 3 Hours
No negative marking
The UGC NET syllabus varies according to the selected subject.
For the June 2026 cycle, NTA has introduced two new subjects:
Forestry
Statistics
Candidates should prepare according to the latest syllabus prescribed for their chosen subject on the official website.
Currently, UGC NET covers 87 subjects across various disciplines.
After the release of the admit card:
Candidates should verify all examination details.
Download and print multiple copies of the admit card.
Revise according to the latest syllabus.
Appear for the examination between June 22 and June 30, 2026.
Wait for the answer key and result announcements after the exam concludes.
UGC NET is conducted to determine eligibility for:
Candidates qualifying for JRF can pursue research and receive government fellowship support.
₹37,000 per month for the first two years
₹42,000 per month from the third year onwards
Candidates qualifying for Assistant Professor eligibility can apply for teaching positions in universities and colleges across India.
Many candidates overlook the significance of the city slip, but it serves several important purposes:
Helps candidates plan travel arrangements in advance
Reduces last-minute confusion
Allows candidates to estimate travel time
Assists outstation candidates in arranging accommodation
Provides early confirmation of the allotted exam city
Candidates are therefore advised to download the city intimation slip immediately after its release.
When will the UGC NET June 2026 City Intimation Slip be released?
The city intimation slip will be released by June 10, 2026.
When will the UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card be available?
The admit card will be released by June 15, 2026.
Is the city intimation slip the same as the admit card?
No. The city slip only provides information about the allotted examination city. The admit card contains the examination centre address and is mandatory for entry.
What are the UGC NET June 2026 exam dates?
The examination will be conducted from June 22 to June 30, 2026.
How many subjects are available in UGC NET 2026?
UGC NET currently covers 87 subjects, including the newly added Forestry and Statistics subjects.
What is the mode of the UGC NET examination?
The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.