UGC NET 2027 Exam Date — June & December Cycle Schedule
UGC NET 2027 dates for both June and December cycles — NTA registration, admit card, exam day, and result timeline for JRF and Assistant Professor.
UGC NET runs twice a year — June and December — and qualifying once can unlock JRF, Assistant Professor eligibility, and PhD admission all at once. Because there are two cycles, missing one is not the end of the year. This page lists every expected UGC NET 2027 date for both cycles — notification, registration, admit card, exam, and result — based on NTA's established pattern.
UGC NET 2027 June Cycle — Expected Dates
| Event | Expected Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Notification & Registration Opens | April-May 2027 | On ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
| Registration Deadline | May 2027 | Followed by a correction window |
| Admit Card Release | ~3-4 days before exam | Download from the portal |
| Exam Date | June 2027 | Computer-based, multiple days |
| Answer Key & Result | July 2027 | Provisional key, then result |
UGC NET 2027 December Cycle — Expected Dates
| Event | Expected Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Notification & Registration Opens | October-November 2027 | Separate from the June cycle |
| Registration Deadline | November 2027 | Followed by a correction window |
| Admit Card Release | ~3-4 days before exam | Download from the portal |
| Exam Date | December 2027 / January 2028 | Computer-based, multiple days |
| Answer Key & Result | January-February 2028 | Provisional key, then result |
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| Paper | Questions | Marks | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 50 | 100 | Teaching & research aptitude (common) |
| Paper 2 | 100 | 200 | Your chosen subject |
Both papers are taken in one 3-hour session with no break, and there is no negative marking — so attempt every question. Paper 1 is common across all candidates and is the most reliable place to bank marks.
Key Deadlines to Never Miss
- Pick the right cycle: If you are not ready for June, target December — but register only when you can genuinely sit the exam.
- Registration deadline: Each cycle's window is short. Apply early and use the correction window if needed.
- Subject selection: Choose your Paper 2 subject carefully at registration — it determines your entire second paper.
All dates are predicted based on NTA's recent patterns and are subject to change. Always verify on the official UGC NET website. Last updated: June 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the UGC NET 2027 exam date?
NTA conducts UGC NET twice a year, in a June cycle and a December cycle. Based on recent patterns, the UGC NET June 2027 exam is expected around June 2027 and the December 2027 cycle around December 2027 / January 2028. Exact dates are announced in each cycle's notification on ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
How many times is UGC NET conducted in 2027?
Twice — a June cycle and a December cycle. Both are separate exams with separate notifications and applications. If you do not qualify in the June cycle, you can reattempt in December of the same year, so 2027 effectively gives you two chances.
What is the UGC NET 2027 exam pattern?
UGC NET is a computer-based test with two papers taken in a single 3-hour session with no break. Paper 1 (50 questions, 100 marks) tests teaching and research aptitude and is common to all candidates. Paper 2 (100 questions, 200 marks) is on your chosen subject. There is no negative marking.
What is the difference between JRF and Assistant Professor in UGC NET?
Qualifying UGC NET can make you eligible for two things: Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), which carries a monthly stipend for research, and Assistant Professor eligibility. JRF has a stricter cut-off and an age limit; Assistant Professor eligibility has no upper age limit. Your scorecard states which you have qualified for.
When will UGC NET 2027 registration open?
Registration opens with each cycle's notification — typically a few weeks before the exam. The June cycle notification usually appears around April-May, and the December cycle around October-November. Registration is online on ugcnet.nta.ac.in, followed by a correction window.
Is UGC NET 2027 score valid for PhD admission?
Yes. UGC NET scores are now also used for admission to PhD programmes, in addition to JRF and Assistant Professor eligibility. The scorecard categorises qualified candidates, and universities use the NET percentile for PhD admissions as per UGC norms. Check each university's specific PhD admission rules.