UGC-NET June 2026: Re-test Ordered for English, Commerce, and Sociology Due to Paper Issues

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that it will hold re-examinations for the UGC-NET June 2026 in the subjects of English, Commerce, and Sociology on September 9 and 10. This decision comes after an expert review identified several issues within the original exam papers, including factual inaccuracies, language errors, translation issues, and the presence of repeated questions.

Candidates who are required to retake these specific subjects will not incur any additional fees. Importantly, the NTA has stated that these re-tests will not have any impact on the results, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) allocations, or eligibility assessments for the other 84 subjects in the examination.

The UGC-NET (University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test) is a significant examination for those seeking to become qualified for assistant professor roles and for the JRF in Indian universities and colleges. The procedure for conducting re-tests aims to uphold the integrity of the examination and ensure fairness for all candidates involved. Further details, including specific instructions for candidates, are expected to be released by the NTA in the coming days.