About National Testing Agency Recruitment 2026
National Testing Agency has officially announced a recruitment drive for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle. The appointed candidates will be posted in All India. The official notification is available on nta.ac.in/.
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal. the application window opens on 30/04/2022 and the last date to submit applications is 30/05/2022 upto 05 PM. It is recommended to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Key highlights — application fee varies by category. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Detailed information about the selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus is available in the sections below.
Key Highlights
Important Dates
| Application Start | 30/04/2022 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30/05/2022 upto 05 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 30/05/2022 |
| Correction Window | 31 May 2022 to 01 June 2022 |
| Phase I Exam | 08 July 2022 to 12 July 2022 |
| Phase II Exam | 20-30 September 2022 |
| Phase III Exam | 23 September to 14 October 2022 |
| Phase IV Exam | 08 October 2022 |
| Exam City Details Available | 03/10/2022 |
| Answer Key Available | 18-20 October 2022 |
| Result Declared | 05/11/2022 |
✏️ Correction Window: 31 May 2022 to 01 June 2022
Application Fee
| General | 1100 |
| EWS | 550 |
| OBC | 550 |
| SC | 275 |
| ST | 275 |
| PH / / / PwD | 275 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Maximum Age | 31 Years (for JRF) Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/06/2022 |
| Relaxation (JRF) | Maximum Age: 31 Years |
| Relaxation (NET) | No Age Limit |
| Relaxation (OTHERS) | As Per Rules |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Passed / Appeared Master Degree in Concerned Subject with at Least Minimum 55% Marks
Selection Process
Written Examination
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of National Testing Agency — https://nta.ac.in/.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the important dates for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
Last Date to Apply: 30/05/2022 upto 05 PM
Application Start: 30/04/2022
What is the minimum educational qualification for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
Passed / Appeared Master Degree in Concerned Subject with at Least Minimum 55% Marks
What is the age limit for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
Maximum Age: 31 Years (for JRF) years.
What is the application fee for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
General: 1100
EWS: 550
OBC: 550
SC: 275
ST: 275
PwD: 275
What is the selection process for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
Written Examination
What is the age limit for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
For JRF, the maximum age limit is 31 years as on 01/06/2022. There is no age limit for NET candidates.
What is the application fee for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
General: ₹1100, EWS: ₹550, OBC: ₹550, SC: ₹275, ST: ₹275, PwD: ₹275.
What is the selection process for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
The selection process consists of a Written Examination.
What is the application start date for UGC NET / JRF December 2021 & June 2022 Merged Cycle?
The application process began on 30/04/2022.
What is the last date to apply online for this examination?
The last date to apply online is 30/05/2022, up to 05 PM.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
General category candidates need to pay an application fee of ₹1100.
What is the application fee for EWS / OBC category candidates?
EWS / OBC category candidates need to pay an application fee of ₹550.
What is the application fee for SC / ST / PwD category candidates?
SC / ST / PwD category candidates need to pay an application fee of ₹275.
What is the age limit for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) candidates?
For JRF, the maximum age limit is 31 years as on 01/06/2022.
Is there an age limit for NET (National Eligibility Test) candidates?
No, there is no age limit for NET candidates.
What is the minimum educational qualification required for UGC NET / JRF?
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in a Master's Degree in the concerned subject with at least a minimum of 55% marks.
When were the Phase I exams conducted?
The Phase I exams were conducted from 08 July 2022 to 12 July 2022.
When was the result declared for this merged cycle?
The result was declared on 05/11/2022.
What is the correction window period for the application form?
The correction window was open from 31 May 2022 to 01 June 2022.