UGC NET 2026: NTA Drops Aadhaar Mandate For Registration
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has confirmed that Aadhaar is not mandatory for registration for the UGC NET 2026 exam. The registration process will begin soon, and candidates can use other government-issued IDs such as passport, voter ID, or driving license. • Over 10 lakh candidates are expected to register for the exam.
- Aadhaar not mandatory for UGC NET 2026 registration
- NTA confirms registration process updates
- Exam dates and eligibility criteria announced
- Candidates can use other IDs for registration
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has confirmed that Aadhaar is not mandatory for registration for the UGC NET 2026 exam. The registration process will begin soon, and candidates can use other government-issued IDs such as passport, voter ID, or driving license. • Over 10 lakh candidates are expected to register for the exam.
More context on the registration process and exam dates will be provided on the official NTA website.
Exam Details
The UGC NET 2026 exam will be conducted in two phases, with the first phase in June and the second phase in December. The exam will be held in 82 subjects and will be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) mode.
According to NTA officials, the exam is a crucial step for candidates seeking junior research fellowship or assistant professor positions in Indian universities.
Background
The UGC NET exam has been conducted by the NTA since 2018, and it has undergone several changes in recent years. In 2020, the NTA introduced the concept of multiple exams in a year, and in 2022, it introduced the concept of a single exam for all subjects.
Data from previous years shows that the number of candidates registering for the exam has been increasing steadily, with over 12 lakh candidates registering for the exam in 2022.
Impact
The decision to drop the Aadhaar mandate is expected to have a significant impact on candidates from rural areas who may not have an Aadhaar card.
The move is also expected to increase the number of candidates registering for the exam, as it will make the registration process more accessible.
The exam is significant for the education sector, as it provides a platform for candidates to pursue their research interests and become assistant professors in Indian universities.
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