Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Renewal Process 2026
Renewal Guidelines & Conditions
Subject to evaluation of research progress by a three-member committee after two years for upgrade to SRF.
Key Renewal Prerequisites
- Must pass the previous annual/semester examination in the first attempt.
- No active backlogs or ATKT are permitted in most professional programs.
- Must maintain regular class attendance (typically 75% or higher) validated by the college.
FAQs for UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
Q.What is the qualifying marks percentage?
Candidates must secure at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD) in their Master's degree.
Q.How do I check my JRF award status?
Qualified candidates can download their JRF Award Letter from the NTA UGC NET official website using their application number and DOB.
Q.Is there any age limit?
Yes, candidates must be under 30 years of age (relaxations of up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates).
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline011-40759000, 011-69227700, ugcnet@nta.ac.in