The National Testing Agency has issued a clear travel advisory for candidates appearing in the UGC NET June 2026 re-examination at centres in Delhi on September 9 and 10. Traffic restrictions linked to preparations for the 18th BRICS Summit may cause diversions, congestion and longer journey times.
I have seen candidates miss reporting time by just a few minutes during similar high-security events in Delhi. Starting early and knowing alternate routes makes the difference. Here is exactly what the advisory says and the practical steps that work.
Why NTA Issued the Delhi Travel Advisory
NTA has asked candidates to plan their journeys carefully because traffic restrictions are expected in the national capital on both examination days. These measures form part of the security and traffic arrangements ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit scheduled at Bharat Mandapam on September 11 to 13.
Roads may take longer than usual. Candidates must check their routes in advance, leave early and keep buffer time so they reach the examination centre before the reporting time printed on the admit card.
The official public notice is available on the NTA website under the UGC-NET section: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
UGC NET Re-Exam Schedule for September 9 and 10
Only three papers are being re-conducted:
| Subject | Date | Shift | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | September 9, 2026 | 1 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
| Commerce | September 9, 2026 | 2 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Sociology | September 10, 2026 | 1 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
No additional examination fee is charged for these re-tests. Results for the remaining 84 subjects will be processed separately and will not be delayed.
Exact Advice from the NTA Travel Advisory
Candidates appearing at Delhi centres should:
- Plan the entire journey well in advance
- Check the route to the allotted centre beforehand
- Remain aware of possible traffic restrictions and diversions
- Allow sufficient extra time for the journey
- Reach the examination centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card
Visit the centre location a day earlier if possible so you know the exact entry gate and parking or drop-off points.
Practical Steps to Reach Your Centre on Time
- Download and print your admit card from the official portal at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Note the exact reporting time and centre address.
- Check Delhi Traffic Police updates the evening before and on the morning of the exam.
- Leave home at least 90–120 minutes earlier than you normally would for the same distance.
- Prefer Metro plus a short last-mile option where possible; road traffic is more likely to face diversions.
- Carry a fully charged phone, a power bank, water and a light snack. Keep your admit card, photo ID and a recent photograph in a transparent folder.
- If you are coming from outside Delhi, arrive the previous evening and stay near the centre if budget allows.
I once watched a candidate arrive only eight minutes late because an unexpected diversion added 40 minutes to the journey. The centre gates had already closed. Extra time is the only reliable protection.
What to Carry and What to Leave Behind
Carry only the items listed on the admit card and the official instructions. Most centres allow a transparent water bottle, the admit card, a valid photo ID and a passport-size photograph. Electronic devices, bags, study material and smart watches are not permitted inside the examination hall.
Bottom Line for Delhi Candidates
Traffic restrictions are expected in Delhi on September 9 and 10 because of BRICS Summit preparations. NTA has specifically advised candidates to check routes, start early and keep buffer time. Follow the schedule for English, Commerce and Sociology, download your admit card from the official website, and treat the journey as part of the examination preparation. The authoritative source remains the public notice on ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
