UGC NET December 2026: Apply Online by 28 October

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened registration for UGC NET December 2026. The test decides eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship, Assistant Professor posts and Ph.D. admission. NTA will hold it in 87 subjects. Apply online from 8 October 2026 to 28 October 2026, up to 11:50 PM.

UGC NET December 2026 Overview

UGC NET December 2026 Important Dates

Note: The dates are tentative. NTA will inform candidates if any date changes.

Application Fee

Vacancy and Subjects

• This is an eligibility test. It does not fill posts directly.
• The test is held in 87 subjects.
• The Information Bulletin on the NTA website lists the subjects and the exam city list.

Eligibility: Who Can Apply

• Indian nationals can apply.
• The test checks eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor posts.
• It also checks eligibility for Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission, or for Ph.D. admission only.
• Education and age limits are not in this notice. Read the Information Bulletin.
• Apply once only. One candidate can submit one form.

Payment Mode and Late Fee

• Pay the fee online by credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI.
• Fee is due by 28 October 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
• After that, pay with the ₹500 late fee up to 31 October 2026.
• No form in any other mode is accepted.

Selection Process

1. Apply online and pay the fee.
2. Correct the form from 2 to 4 November 2026.
3. Check the exam city and download the admit card when NTA announces them.
4. Appear in the Computer Based Test between 14 and 19 December 2026.
5. Check the answer key and result on the NTA website.

Documents Required

• Documents are not listed in this notice.
• Keep your own email ID and mobile number ready.
• Aadhaar verification is advised, as it helps registration and JRF processing.
• Follow the Information Bulletin for the scan sizes and formats.

How to Apply: Step by Step

1. Open ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
2. Register with your own email address and mobile number.
3. You can also sign in with the Meri Pehchan single sign-on service.
4. Fill in the application form carefully.
5. Upload the documents asked for in the Information Bulletin.
6. Pay the fee online.
7. Submit the form and keep a copy of the confirmation page.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Apply in online mode only, at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
• Follow the Information Bulletin strictly. Wrong steps can disqualify you.
• Use your own email and mobile number, or your parent or guardian’s number.
• No change is allowed after the final submission, except in the correction window.
• NTA sends all news by email and SMS to the registered details.
• Helpline: 011-40759000 and 011-69227700. Email: ugcnet@nta.ac.in.

Important Links

FAQs: UGC NET December 2026

Q1. What is the last date for UGC NET December 2026 registration?

The last date is 28 October 2026 up to 11:50 PM.

Q2. When does UGC NET December 2026 registration start?

Registration started on 8 October 2026.

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Q3. What is the late fee?

The late fee is ₹500 for forms filed from 29 October to 31 October 2026.

Q4. When is the UGC NET December 2026 exam?

The exam runs from 14 December 2026 to 19 December 2026.

Q5. How many subjects are there?

NTA will conduct the test for 87 subjects.

Q6. What is the exam mode?

It is a Computer Based Test (CBT).

Q7. What is the application fee for General candidates?

General and Unreserved candidates pay ₹1,150.

Q8. What is the fee for SC, ST and PwD candidates?

SC, ST, PwD and Third Gender candidates pay ₹325.

Q9. Where do I apply?

Apply online at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

Q10. When can I correct my form?

The correction window is from 2 November to 4 November 2026.