The admit card for the same exam will be released on 15 May. UGC NET also known as UGC National Level Eligibility Test will be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) from 15 to 20 June. And, the results for the date are said to be released on 5 July this year.

NTA took charge of conducting the exam in December 2018. The exam is conducted to know the eligibility of candidates who have studied post graduation for the post of Assistant Professors or Junior Research Fellowhsip (JRF) or both in Indian colleges and universities.

UGC NET registration to begin on 16 March

The eligibility for awarding of JRF or Assistant Professorship or both depends on the performance of the candidate in both the papers of the exam. However, the candidates qualifying exclusively for Assistant Professor are not to be considered for award of JRF.

Both the papers have to be answered in a duration of three hours. Paper 1 will have questions related to reasoning, numerical and teaching ability, Paper 2 will have questions related to subject chosen by candidates. The score in Paper 1 and Paper 2 must be 40% for general category candidates and 35% for candidates of reserved category to qualify for the exam.

The application fee is said to be Rs 1000 for general category candidates, Rs 500 for OBC and EWS candidates. The fee is Rs 250 for 250 for SC, ST and PWD and transgender category candidates.

Final year post graduation candidates can also apply for the exam, however they will be considered for awarding the JRF or Assistant Professorship only after passing their respective post graduation exam with required pass percentage.

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SRM Students held 3rd Place at HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026

The winning team comprised Rajat Kumar Singh and Shruthi Bhagawan, third-year B.Tech students in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and active members of Next Tech Lab (NTL), the university’s flagship student-led innovation and research ecosystem. Representing SRM University-AP on an international stage, the duo competed against some of the brightest young minds from across the world.

The HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026 was organised in collaboration with several globally reputed institutions, including the University of Texas at El Paso (USA), University of Piraeus (Greece), University of South Florida (USA), and SUNY Polytechnic Institute (USA). The event attracted significant international participation, with over 280 shortlisted teams from 14 countries, making the competition both intense and highly selective.

Aligned with the hackathon theme “Code. Comply. Conquer.”, participants were challenged to develop innovative solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cyber law. Rajat and Shruthi stood out by presenting a solution that addressed a real-world issue often overlooked in the digital ecosystem user awareness and understanding of privacy policies.

The system identifies key aspects such as types of user data collected, intended data usage, third-party sharing practices, and applicable legal frameworks, including regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By simplifying dense legal language into accessible summaries, Privy empowers users to make informed decisions while encouraging organisations to adopt more transparent data practices.

The global jury commended the team for the solution’s practical relevance, clarity of design, and strong alignment with regulatory compliance requirements. Their effort was recognised with a cash award of USD 250 along with an official Winner’s Certificate, further validating the impact and quality of their work.

Reflecting on the achievement, Rajat Kumar Singh shared that the team deliberately chose to focus on a problem that affects millions of users daily but rarely receives adequate attention. Rather than building superficial technical complexity, they emphasised accuracy, usability, and real-world applicability, which resonated strongly with the hackathon’s evaluation criteria. He also noted that the team plans to further develop Privy into a scalable and deployable solution that organisations can seamlessly integrate into their digital workflows to enhance accountability in data privacy practices.

Shruthi Bhagawan attributed the success to rigorous hands-on preparation in cybersecurity concepts, HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026, strong team collaboration, and continuous mentorship from Next Tech Lab. She highlighted that the hackathon experience reinforced her aspiration to work at the convergence of AI, cybersecurity, and cyber law, creating solutions that foster digital trust and user empowerment in an increasingly data-driven world.

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This accomplishment reflects the innovation-driven culture and academic excellence nurtured at SRM University-AP. Through platforms like Next Tech Lab, students are encouraged to tackle complex global challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and gain exposure to international research and development ecosystems.

By securing a top position at the HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026, SRM University-AP students have not only brought pride to the institution but also reaffirmed its growing reputation as a hub for cutting-edge technology education and impactful innovation on the global stage.