UGC NET December 2026 registration began on October 8, with the National Testing Agency (NTA) inviting eligible candidates to apply online for the national-level examination. According to the notification cited in the announcement, the examination will be conducted in computer-based test mode across 87 subjects from December 14 to 19, 2026.
The examination determines eligibility for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as an Assistant Professor, admission to PhD programmes, or admission to PhD programmes alone, depending on the candidate’s qualification category.
UGC NET December 2026: Important Dates
Candidates should note the following deadlines to complete their applications and fee payments on time.
| Registration begins | October 8, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | October 28, 2026 |
| Regular application fee deadline | October 28, 2026 |
| Late-fee application window | October 29–31, 2026 |
| Last date for late-fee payment | October 31, 2026 |
| Application correction window | November 2–4, 2026 |
| Examination dates | December 14–19, 2026 |
Application and fee-payment deadlines close at 11:50 pm on the respective dates. The examination city intimation slip and admit card release dates are yet to be announced.
UGC NET Application Fee 2026
The application fee varies by category:
- General/Unreserved: ₹1,150
- General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹600
- SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹325
Payment can be made through credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI.
How to Apply for UGC NET December 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications:
- Visit the official website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Open the UGC NET December 2026 registration link.
- Register and complete the online application form.
- Enter personal and academic details accurately.
- Upload the required documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and save a copy for future reference.
Direct application link: Apply for UGC NET December 2026
The NTA has advised applicants to use an accessible email address and mobile number belonging to themselves or their parents or guardians. Candidates should verify all details before final submission, as changes may not be permitted afterwards. Applicants should consult the official notification for complete eligibility criteria and instructions.
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