Can I apply for UGC NET English in MA 1st Semester?

Yes, you can apply under the Result Awaited (RA) category, provided you complete your Master’s within two years of the NET result with at least 55% marks.

What is the JRF Scholarship amount in 2026?

The JRF fellowship is ₹37,000 per month + HRA for the first two years, increasing to ₹42,000 (SRF) for the subsequent three years.

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Based on our analysis of thousands of student queries, we’ve cleared the confusion regarding the 2026 session.

1. I am in MA 1st Semester. Can I apply for UGC NET English 2026?

Yes. You apply under the "Result Awaited" (RA) category. You must complete your Master’s within two years of your NET result with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).

2. What is the exact Subject Code for English?

It is Subject Code 30. This is mandatory for English Literature candidates on the NTA portal.

3. How much is the JRF Scholarship in 2026?

The revised fellowship rates are: JRF (₹37,000 + HRA) for the first 2 years, and SRF (₹42,000 + HRA) for the next 3 years.

4. The NTA site says 'Aadhaar Authentication failed'. What do I do?

Ensure your name, gender, and DOB match your 10th-grade certificate exactly. Portals in 2026 are highly sensitive to even minor character mismatches.

5. Is there negative marking in the ugc net exam?

No. There is no negative marking, though the complexity of multi-statement questions has increased.

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Final Executive Summary: The Roadmap to JRF

🎯 Exam Point: To qualify, prioritize Unit 10 (Research Methods) and Paper 1. Aim for 35/50 in Paper 1 to push your score into the JRF bracket.

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