UGC Net 2024 Exam (June Paper) Cancelled, Check New Rescheduled Date

UGC Net 2024 Exam: To uphold transparency and integrity in the exam process, the Ministry has opted to cancel the UGC-NET June 2024 exam, which was conducted in pen and paper mode. The decision came after initial signs of compromised integrity surfaced, as noted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

The Ministry plans to reschedule the UGC-NET exam, with new dates to be announced shortly. Furthermore, the matter of examination irregularities will be forwarded to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for thorough investigation.

Latest Update on UGC NET 2024:

The UGC-NET June 2024 Examination was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in pen and paper mode on 18th June, 2024, across various cities in two shifts. Following this, on 19th June, 2024, the University Grants Commission (UGC) received information from the National Cyber Crime Threat Analytics Unit of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs. This information suggested a potential compromise in the integrity of the examination.

In order to maintain transparency and uphold the integrity of the examination process, the Ministry decided to cancel the UGC-NET June 2024 Examination. A new examination will be scheduled, with details to be shared separately. Furthermore, the matter has been handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (C.B.I.) for further investigation.

NET Cancelled Amid NEET Controversy:

The decision to cancel the UGC-NET comes amidst a significant controversy surrounding the NEET medical entrance exam. Allegations of irregularities in NEET have prompted the Supreme Court to take up the issue. The Ministry has pledged to investigate the alleged irregularities in NEET-UG 2024, following complaints from candidates regarding unfair marking and a paper leak in the national medical entrance exam.

Ministry’s Statement on UGC Net 2024 Exam (June Paper) Cancelled

Updated:

  • A new examination will be conducted separately, and the details will be shared.
  • The matter is being transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a comprehensive investigation.
  • This decision follows inputs from the National Cyber Crime Threat Analytics Unit of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, indicating potential compromise in the integrity of the June 18 examination.
UGC Net 2024 Exam Rescheduled Date

UGC NET 2024 Exam Rescheduled Date

  1. The NTA has ordered a fresh probe into the UGC NET Exam 2024 cancellation.
  2. The matter has handed over to the CBI for investigation.
  3. New dates for the NTA UGC NET June 2024 Exam will announced soon by the National Testing Agency.

UGC NET 2024 Details :

  • The National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted in pen and paper mode for the first time this year.
  • The exam held on a single day, June 18, 2024, with a record registration of 11 lakh students.
  • The examination conducted in two shifts:
    • First Shift: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
    • Second Shift: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • The exam took place at 205 Exam Centres across 317 cities in India
ShiftRegistered CandidatesAppeared Candidates
Shift 15,80,8334,73,484
Shift 25,40,3924,35,096
Total11,21,225

UGC NET 2024 Exam Details :

UGC NET ExamJune 2024December 2023
Date Conducted18th June 2024
Number of Subjects83
Exam Centres1205
Cities317
Total Registered Candidates11,21,2259,45,872
Attendance Percentage~81%73.6%
Females Registered6,35,587
Males Registered4,85,579
Third-Gender Registered59

FAQs – UGC NET 2024 Exam Cancellation and Rescheduling

1. Why was the UGC-NET June 2024 exam cancelled?

  • The Ministry decided to cancel the UGC-NET June 2024 exam to maintain transparency and integrity after initial signs of compromised integrity were noted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

2. What steps are being taken after the cancellation of the UGC-NET June 2024 exam?

  • The matter of examination irregularities has been handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for thorough investigation. A new examination will be scheduled, and the details will be shared separately.

3. What led to the cancellation of the UGC-NET June 2024 exam?

  • Inputs from the National Cyber Crime Threat Analytics Unit of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs suggested potential compromise in the integrity of the examination, prompting the cancellation.

4. What is the status of the investigation into the cancellation of the UGC-NET June 2024 exam?

  • The investigation into the cancellation of the UGC-NET June 2024 exam has been transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a comprehensive probe.

5. When can candidates expect the rescheduled dates for the UGC-NET June 2024 exam?

  • The National Testing Agency (NTA) will announce the new dates for the UGC-NET June 2024 exam soon.

6. How was the UGC-NET June 2024 exam conducted initially?

  • The UGC-NET June 2024 exam was conducted in pen and paper mode on June 18, 2024, across various cities in India in two shifts.

7. Can you provide some statistics about the UGC-NET June 2024 exam?

  • The UGC-NET June 2024 exam saw a record registration of 11 lakh students. It was conducted in two shifts, with 205 exam centres across 317 cities in India.

8. Are there any updates on the controversy surrounding the NEET medical entrance exam?

  • Yes, the Ministry has pledged to investigate alleged irregularities in NEET-UG 2024, following complaints from candidates about unfair marking and a paper leak.

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