The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the UGC NET / JRF June 2024 examination. This exam is a gateway for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors or qualify for Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in Indian universities and colleges. Candidates who have appeared for the UGC NET June 2024 exam can now check their results and download their scorecards once they are made available. This post will guide you through essential details regarding the exam, including eligibility, subject details, required documents, age limit, and the application process.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized university in subjects such as Humanities, Social Science, Computer Science, and Applications, etc., with at least 55% marks (for General category) or 50% (for OBC/SC/ST/PwD categories). Final year students of a Master’s degree are also eligible to apply. Candidates seeking Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) must not exceed 30 years of age, while no age limit is set for the Assistant Professor role.
Exam Pattern and Subjects:
The UGC NET is conducted in two papers. Paper I is common for all applicants and focuses on teaching and research aptitude, while Paper II is subject-specific, testing the candidate’s knowledge in their chosen subject. There are over 80 subjects offered for Paper II, ranging from Humanities and Social Sciences to Computer Science.
Documents Required:
When applying for the exam or downloading the result, candidates need to provide certain documents such as:
- A scanned copy of a recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Mark sheets of graduation and post-graduation
- Valid government-issued ID (such as Aadhaar or Passport)
Application Process:
Interested candidates can apply online through the NTA’s official website. The application involves filling in personal and academic details, uploading the necessary documents, and paying the application fee.
Here’s a well-organized table based on the provided details for the NTA UGC NET / JRF June 2024 Exam:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 20 April 2024 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 19 May 2024 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 20 May 2024 |
| Correction Window | 21-23 May 2024 |
| Online Exam Date (Cancelled) | 18 June 2024 |
| New Exam Dates | 21 August to 04 September 2024 |
| Exam City Announcement | 13 August 2024 |
| Admit Card Available | 17 August 2024 |
| Answer Key Available | 07 September 2024 |
| Final Answer Key Available | 11 October 2024 |
| Result Declaration | 17 October 2024 |
NTA Category wise Application Fee:
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 1150/- |
| EWS / OBC | 600/- |
| SC / ST / PH | 325/- |
Fee Payment Options: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Passed/Appeared in Master’s Degree in the concerned subject with at least 55% marks.
- Bachelor’s Degree: 4-year Bachelor’s degree holders are also eligible.
Age Limit:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| JRF | 31 Years |
| NET | No Age Limit |
Age Relaxation as per rules
Subject Availability (Selected):
| Subject Code | Subject Name |
|---|---|
| 01 | Economics |
| 02 | Political Science |
| 05 | Sociology |
| 07 | Anthropology |
| 30 | English |
| 47 | Physical Education |
| 87 | Computer Science and Applications |
| 88 | Electronics Science |
| 100 | Yoga |
| 99 | Drama/Theater |
How to Apply:
- Apply between 20 April 2024 and 19 May 2024 on the official NTA website.
- Review eligibility, ID proofs, and all required documents before applying.
- Upload scanned documents like a photo, signature, and ID proof.
- Carefully check all details before submitting the application.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
Some useful links
| Download Result / Score Card | Click Here | |||
| Download Final Answer Key | Click Here | |||
| Download Answer Key | Click Here | |||
| Download Answer Key Notice | Click Here | |||
| Download Admit Card | Click Here | |||
| Check Advanced Exam City Details | Click Here | |||
| Download Advanced Exam City Notice | Click Here | |||
| Download Subject Wise Exam Notice | Click Here | |||
| Download New Exam Notice | Click Here | |||
| Download Cancelled Notice | Click Here | |||
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