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The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the UGC NET Cutoff 2026 for the June session on August 28, 2026, along with the declaration of the result for 84 subjects. The UGC NET June 2026 examination was conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from June 22 to June 30, 2026. The cutoff marks determine candidates' eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and admission to PhD, depending on their category and examination performance.
- The UGC NET June 2026 cutoff has been released in a subject-wise and category-wise format for the 84 subjects whose results have been declared.
- Candidates can use the cutoff marks to compare their aggregate score in Paper 1 and Paper 2, which together carry a total of 300 marks.
- Separate cutoff marks are given for different eligibility categories, including JRF, Assistant Professor, and admission to PhD only.
- The qualifying marks vary across subjects and reservation categories, which means that candidates should check the cutoff specifically applicable to their subject and category.
- NTA will announce the result and cutoff for English, Commerce, and Sociology separately after the re-examination is conducted on September 9 and 10, 2026.
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UGC NET Minimum Qualifying Marks 2026
Before the cutoff ranking is applied, candidates must first clear the minimum qualifying marks set by NTA. These marks act as a baseline filter: candidates who do not cross this threshold are not considered for any qualification category, regardless of their absolute score.
The minimum qualifying marks are uniform across all 87 subjects and apply to the combined total of Paper 1 and Paper 2:
Crossing the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee qualification. The actual UGC NET 2026 cutoff marks are significantly higher in most subjects and are determined by merit ranking after normalisation. In competitive subjects such as Public Administration and Psychology, the General category JRF cutoff has historically exceeded 230 marks out of 300.
How to Check UGC NET Cutoff 2026 PDF?
The UGC NET December 2025 cutoff PDF is available for download on ugcnet.nta.nic.in. For the June 2026 session, NTA released the UGC NET cutoff on August 28, 2026, along with the result, for the subjects whose results were declared. The steps to download the UGC NET Cutoff 2026 PDF are discussed below
- Visit the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the "UGC NET Cut Off Marks" link in the latest notifications section on the homepage.
- Select the relevant exam cycle (June 2026 or December 2025).
- The subject-wise and category-wise cutoff PDF will open on the screen.
- Download the PDF and refer to the relevant subject and reservation category row.
The PDF lists cutoff marks for JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD-only categories for each of the five main reservation categories (Unreserved, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST) and multiple PwD sub-categories.
Factors Determining UGC NET Cutoff 2026
The UGC NET 2026 cutoff is not a fixed number. NTA calculates it after the exam cycle concludes, accounting for multiple variables across all shifts and subjects. A normalisation process is applied to ensure fairness when the exam is conducted in multiple shifts. The main factors that influence the UGC NET 2026 June session cutoff are:
- Total candidates appeared: A larger pool in a given subject means more competition, which can push the cutoff higher.
- Difficulty level of the exam: When average scores are lower due to a tougher paper, the cutoff may come down.
- Number of JRF and AP slots: UGC determines the total number of JRF and AP slots per subject annually. A limited slot count raises the cutoff threshold.
- Reservation policy: Separate cutoffs are set for General, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD categories. Reserved categories consistently see lower cutoffs than the General category.
- Normalisation across shifts: Since June 2026 is being held across six days in two shifts each, NTA applies a normalisation formula to ensure scores from easier and harder shifts are equated before finalising cutoffs.
- Previous year cutoff trends: While NTA does not publish a fixed formula, past cutoffs serve as a strong indicator of the likely range.
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UGC NET June 2026 Cutoff (Subject-Wise)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the UGC NET June 2026 cutoff on August 28, 2026, along with the result for 84 subjects. The subject-wise cutoff marks are based on candidates' performance in both Paper 1 and Paper 2, carrying a combined total of 300 marks.
UGC NET June 2026 Economics Cutoff
The cutoff for UGC NET June 2026 for different categories across JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD Only category is provided below.
UGC NET June 2026 Political Science Cutoff
The cutoff for UGC NET June 2026 for different categories across JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD Only category for the Political Science subject with Subject Code 002 is provided below.
UGC NET June 2026 Philosophy Cutoff
The cutoff for UGC NET June 2026 for the Philosophy subject for different categories across JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD Only category is provided below.
UGC NET June 2026 Psychology Cutoff
The cutoff for UGC NET June 2026 for the Psychology subject for different categories across JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD Only category is provided below.
UGC NET Cutoff 2026 PDF for June Session
The UGC NET June 2026 cutoff PDF was declared on August 28, 2026. While the cutoff tables for Economics, Political Science, Philosophy, and Psychology have been provided above, candidates looking for the cutoff marks of the remaining subjects can use the link below to download the cutoff PDF. The PDF includes separate qualifying cutoffs for JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD admission across different categories.
Direct Link to Download UGC NET Cutoff 2026 PDF (June Session)
UGC NET December 2025 Cutoff (Subject-Wise)
NTA released the UGC NET December 2025 cutoff on February 4, 2026, for the 85 subjects covered in that session. The data below is sourced from the official NTA cutoff PDF published at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Two new subjects (Statistics and Forestry) have been added exclusively for the June 2026 session and were not part of the December 2025. All scores are out of 300 (combined Paper 1 and Paper 2).
UGC NET December 2025 Economics Cutoff
Economics (Subject Code: 001) recorded one of the highest JRF cutoffs across all subjects. The General category JRF cutoff stood at 232 marks out of 300.
UGC NET December 2025 Political Science Cutoff
Political Science (Subject Code: 002) saw consistently high cutoffs across all categories, reflecting strong candidate turnout in the subject.
UGC NET December 2025 Philosophy Cutoff
Philosophy (Subject Code: 003) is a smaller candidate pool subject but maintains high cutoffs for JRF due to limited available slots.
UGC NET December 2025 Psychology Cutoff
Psychology (Subject Code: 004) recorded the joint-highest JRF cutoff at 234 marks for the General category in the December 2025 session.
UGC NET December 2025 Sociology Cutoff
Sociology (Subject Code: 005) is a high-demand subject with a large candidate base. The General category JRF cutoff was 232 marks.
UGC NET December 2025 History Cutoff
History (Subject Code: 006) is one of the largest subject pools in UGC NET. The General category JRF cutoff was 216 marks.
UGC NET December 2025 Anthropology Cutoff
Anthropology (Subject Code: 007) has a relatively smaller candidate pool. The General category JRF cutoff was 198 marks.
UGC NET December 2025 Commerce Cutoff
Commerce (Subject Code: 008) is among the most popular subjects in UGC NET. The General category JRF cutoff was 218 marks.
UGC NET December 2025 Education Cutoff
UGC NET December 2025 English Cutoff
UGC NET December 2025 Hindi Cutoff
UGC NET December 2025 Home Science Cutoff
UGC NET December 2025 Public Administration Cutoff
Public Administration recorded the highest JRF cutoff of all subjects in December 2025, with the General category threshold at 242 marks out of 300.
UGC NET December 2025 Sanskrit Cutoff
Sanskrit is among the subjects with more moderate cutoffs due to a smaller candidate pool and available slots.
UGC NET December 2025 Computer Science and Applications Cutoff
Computer Science and Applications (Subject Code: 087) follows a different pattern from humanities subjects. The General category JRF cutoff for December 2025 was 186 marks.
Full category-wise breakdown for Computer Science will be updated when the June 2026 cutoff is released. Refer to the official PDF at ugcnet.nta.nic.in for the complete December 2025 data.
UGC NET Cutoff 2026 FAQs
What is the UGC NET 2026 cutoff?
The UGC NET 2026 cutoff is the minimum aggregate score in Paper 1 and Paper 2 combined that a candidate must achieve to qualify for JRF, Assistant Professor eligibility, or PhD admission. The cutoff is released subject-wise and category-wise by NTA along with the result at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The June 2026 cutoff is expected in July 2026.
When will the UGC NET June 2026 cutoff be released?
The UGC NET June 2026 cutoff was released by the National Testing Agency on August 28, 2026, along with the declaration of the result and final answer key for 84 subjects. Candidates can check the subject-wise and category-wise cutoff marks on the official UGC NET website. The cutoff for English, Commerce, and Sociology will be announced after the conclusion of exams on September 9 & 10, 2026.
What are the minimum qualifying marks for UGC NET 2026?
The minimum qualifying marks are 40% of the combined Paper 1 and Paper 2 total for General/Unreserved candidates, and 35% for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender candidates. Meeting these marks is the baseline requirement. Actual qualification depends on meeting the subject-wise and category-wise cutoff, which is typically much higher.
What was the UGC NET June 2026 cutoff for Economics for the General category?
For Economics (Subject Code 001), the UGC NET June 2026 cutoff for the Unreserved (General) category was 224 marks for JRF, 196 marks for Assistant Professor, and 170 marks for PhD-only eligibility, out of a total of 300 marks.
Is the UGC NET 2026 cutoff the same for all subjects?
No. The UGC NET 2026 cutoff varies significantly across all 87 subjects and across reservation categories. Public Administration recorded the highest JRF cutoff at 242 for General category in December 2025, while subjects like Sanskrit and English have comparatively lower thresholds. The cutoff also differs for JRF, AP, and PhD-only categories.
How is the UGC NET 2026 cutoff calculated?
NTA determines the UGC NET 2026 cutoff based on the total candidates appeared, exam difficulty, number of available JRF and AP slots per subject, reservation policy, and a normalisation process applied to account for difficulty variation across multiple shifts. The cutoff is merit-based and not a fixed percentage threshold set in advance.
Is the JRF cutoff always higher than the AP cutoff in UGC NET?
Yes. The JRF cutoff is always higher than the Assistant Professor cutoff for the same subject and category. Candidates who score above the JRF cutoff qualify for JRF. Those who fall between the AP and JRF cutoffs qualify only for Assistant Professorship. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifying marks but fall below the AP cutoff may be considered for PhD-only eligibility.
How many subjects are covered in the UGC NET 2026 cutoff?
The UGC NET December 2025 cutoff covered 85 subjects. The UGC NET June 2026 cutoff will cover 87 subjects, as Statistics and Forestry have been added as new subjects for the first time in the June 2026 session.
Does the UGC NET 2026 cutoff use normalisation?
Yes. Since UGC NET June 2026 is conducted across multiple days and shifts from June 22 to June 30, 2026, NTA applies a normalisation process to ensure that differences in difficulty across shifts do not disadvantage any group of candidates. The final cutoff is based on normalised scores.
Where can the UGC NET December 2025 cutoff PDF be downloaded?
The UGC NET June 2026 cutoff PDF can be downloaded from the official NTA website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in, for 84 subjects. Candidates can access the cutoff PDF through the Public Notices section on the official website and check the qualifying marks applicable to their subject and category.
What happens if a candidate's score equals the UGC NET 2026 cutoff?
A candidate who scores exactly equal to the cutoff marks is considered qualified. The UGC NET 2026 scorecard will reflect the qualifying status, and the candidate can proceed for JRF fellowship, AP employment, or PhD admission depending on the category qualified.
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