The National Testing Agency (NTA) has added new exam cities for the UGC NET June 2026 session. This change benefits candidates in eight North-Eastern states. The NTA announced this on its official portal. It aims to improve accessibility for candidates in the region. This move follows reports of exam centre availability issues and long travel distances. The new cities are now available for selection during the application correction window. Candidates can update their preferences online.
New Exam Cities Added
The NTA has added specific cities in Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur. Cherrapunji in Meghalaya is also included. These additions aim to reduce travel burdens for students. This makes the exam process more convenient for North-East candidates.
UGC NET June 2026 Details
The UGC NET June 2026 examination will be computer-based. The National Testing Agency is the conducting body. Eligible candidates must use the online correction facility. They can change their exam city preferences until the window closes. This ensures candidates can select convenient exam locations.
How to Change Exam City Preference
Candidates can update their exam city choices by following these steps:
- Visit the official UGC NET website:
ugcnet.nta.nic.in. - Locate and click the correction window link for UGC NET June 2026.
- Log in using your application number and password or date of birth.
- Edit your preferred exam city selections.
- Save all changes and submit your updated application.
- Download and keep the confirmation page for your records.
Added Cities for North-East Candidates
The following cities have been added for the UGC NET June 2026 exam:
| State | City Code | City |
| Arunachal Pradesh | AL03 | Namsai |
| Manipur | MN04 | Kakching |
| Manipur | MN05 | Bishnupur |
| Meghalaya | MG02 | Cherrapunji |
These additions are part of an effort to make national-level examinations more accessible. This is particularly beneficial for students in remote and hilly areas of the North-East.
