The UGC NET June Re-Exam 2026 schedule has been announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for candidates whose English, Commerce and Sociology papers are being re-conducted.
According to the NTA notice dated 16 August 2026, the re-examination will take place on 9 and 10 September 2026. Candidates appearing in these three subjects will not have to pay any additional examination fee for the re-test.
NTA decided to conduct the fresh examination after a review of complaints related to errors and repeated questions in the concerned papers. Candidates should check the revised schedule carefully and wait for the re-exam admit card and centre details from NTA.
UGC NET June Re-Exam 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Examination | UGC NET June 2026 |
| Re-Exam Subjects | English, Commerce & Sociology |
| Re-Exam Dates | 09 & 10 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Additional Exam Fee | No Additional Fee |
| Post Category | Admit Card |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24 May 2026 |
| Correction Window | 26 to 28 May 2026 |
| Original Examination | 22 to 30 June 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 10 June 2026 |
| Original Admit Card | 17 June 2026 |
| Answer Key | 16 August 2026 |
| Re-Exam Date | 09 to 10 September 2026 |
| Result | To Be Updated |
NTA UGC NET June 2026 Re-Exam Schedule
The re-examination will be conducted for only three subjects.
| Subject | Re-Exam Date | Shift | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 09 September 2026 | Shift 1 | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Commerce | 09 September 2026 | Shift 2 | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Sociology | 10 September 2026 | Shift 1 | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
Candidates should carefully check their individual admit card for the final examination centre and reporting instructions.
Why Is the UGC NET Re-Exam Being Conducted?
NTA decided to re-conduct the three papers after receiving complaints from candidates and reviewing the issues through a committee.
The review identified several problems, including:
- Factual errors in questions
- Typographical mistakes
- Translation-related issues
- Grammatical errors
- Repeated questions
- Concerns regarding the fairness of the affected papers
According to NTA, simply deleting the affected questions would not provide a sufficiently fair solution for all candidates. Therefore, the affected papers are being conducted again.
Will Candidates Have to Pay the Exam Fee Again?
No.
Candidates appearing for the re-conducted English, Commerce or Sociology examination will not be required to pay an additional examination fee.
The re-examination is being conducted as a corrective measure for the affected papers.
Result Processing for UGC NET June 2026
The result processing will differ between the subjects that are being re-conducted and the remaining subjects.
| Category | Result Processing |
|---|---|
| Other 84 Subjects | Results will proceed based on the original examination |
| English, Commerce & Sociology | Result will be processed after the re-examination |
| JRF/Assistant Professor Eligibility | Allocation for the three affected subjects will be processed after the re-test |
UGC NET Re-Exam Admit Card 2026
The re-exam admit card will be issued separately by NTA. Candidates should regularly check the official UGC NET website for the admit card announcement.
The admit card is expected to contain important information such as:
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- Subject
- Examination date
- Shift and timing
- Examination centre
- Reporting time
- Exam-day instructions
Candidates should download the admit card as soon as it becomes available and verify all details carefully.
How to Download UGC NET June Re-Exam Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official UGC NET website.
- Open the candidate login or public notice section.
- Find the link related to the UGC NET June 2026 Re-Exam Admit Card.
- Enter your required login credentials.
- Submit the details.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download the admit card and check all details.
- Take a clear printout for the examination day.
Exam Day Instructions
Candidates appearing for the re-examination should follow the instructions mentioned on their admit card.
- Check your subject, date and examination shift carefully.
- Reach the centre according to the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
- Carry the printed admit card to the examination centre.
- Carry a valid photo ID as required by NTA.
- Do not rely on unofficial websites or social media posts for examination instructions.
- Follow the instructions provided by NTA and the examination centre staff.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| UGC NET Re-Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Exam City Notice | Click Here |
| Subject-wise Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Form Correction Notice | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| NTA UGC NET Official Website | Click Here |
UGC NET June Re-Exam 2026 FAQs
When is the UGC NET June 2026 re-exam?
The UGC NET June 2026 re-examination will be conducted on 9 and 10 September 2026.
Which subjects are included in the UGC NET re-exam?
The re-examination is being conducted for English, Commerce and Sociology.
What is the UGC NET English re-exam date?
The English paper will be conducted on 9 September 2026 in Shift 1, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
What is the UGC NET Commerce re-exam date?
The Commerce paper will be held on 9 September 2026 in Shift 2, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
What is the UGC NET Sociology re-exam date?
The Sociology re-examination is scheduled for 10 September 2026 in Shift 1, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Do candidates have to pay the UGC NET re-exam fee again?
No. Candidates appearing for the three re-conducted papers will not have to pay any additional examination fee.
When will the UGC NET re-exam admit card be released?
NTA will announce the re-exam admit card release through its official website. Candidates should regularly check the official UGC NET portal for updates.
Why is NTA conducting the UGC NET June re-exam?
The re-examination is being conducted after NTA’s review identified issues including factual, typographical, translation and grammatical errors, along with repeated questions in the affected papers.
