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Statistics Now an UGC NET Subject!
30 Apr
Summary
- UGC NET June 2026 registrations are now open.
- Statistics is a new subject addition for June 2026.
- The application deadline is May 20, 2026.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened registrations for the UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) June 2026. This examination is crucial for individuals aspiring to become Assistant Professors, secure a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), or pursue PhD admissions.
A notable update for the June 2026 cycle is the addition of 'Statistics' as a distinct subject, bringing the total number of available subjects to around 85. This decision was finalized during the Commission's 597th meeting on April 18, 2026.
Prospective candidates can submit their applications until May 20, 2026. The UGC NET June 2026 examination will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format from June 22 to June 30, 2026. Key dates include the application deadline of May 20, 2026, and the exam city intimation by June 10, 2026.
Eligibility criteria mandate a master's degree or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks, or 50% for reserved categories. Final-year postgraduate students are also eligible to apply provisionally, provided they meet the conditions later.
