UGC NET December 2026 Registration (Open): Check Dates and Fees

UGC NET December 2026 registration has started, giving you an opportunity to apply for the national eligibility test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The application window opened on October 8, 2026, and you can submit your form until October 28, 2026. The examination is scheduled from December 14 to 19, 2026.

If you want to qualify for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), become eligible for Assistant Professor positions or seek PhD admission, complete your application before the deadline. You can apply online through the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.

What are the important dates for UGC NET December 2026?

The NTA has announced the registration schedule, late application window and examination dates. Check the dates below so you have enough time to complete your form and payment.

You should submit the application and complete the payment before the regular deadline. If you miss it, the late application window provides an additional opportunity, subject to the prescribed fee and instructions.

How can you apply for UGC NET December 2026?

You can complete the registration online through the NTA's official portal. Keep your academic details and required documents ready before starting the application.

Follow these steps to submit your form:

1. Visit ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
2. Open the UGC NET December 2026 application link.
3. Register using your details and create your login credentials.
4. Sign in and fill in your personal and educational information.
5. Select your subject and provide the required examination details.
6. Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee using an available payment method.
8. Submit the form and download the confirmation page.

Before submitting, check your name, date of birth, category and subject selection carefully. Save your application number and payment receipt for future reference.

Where can you apply for UGC NET December 2026?

Use the official link below to complete your application before the deadline.

How much is the UGC NET December 2026 application fee?

The examination fee depends on your category. Check the applicable amount before making the payment.

You can pay the fee through the payment methods permitted on the official portal. If you apply during the late window, an additional late fee may apply. Check the information bulletin for the final payable amount before completing the transaction.

Who can apply for UGC NET December 2026?

Before filling out the form, make sure you meet the educational requirements for your chosen eligibility category.

• For JRF and Assistant Professor: You generally need a master's degree or an equivalent qualification with at least 55% marks.
• For reserved categories: A relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks is available under the prescribed rules.
• For final-year postgraduate students: You may apply provisionally if you meet the conditions specified by NTA.
• For PhD admission: UGC NET scores may be used for PhD admission under the applicable eligibility category and university rules.

The JRF age limit and applicable relaxations differ from the rules for Assistant Professor eligibility. Check the official information bulletin to confirm your eligibility before applying.

What should you know about the UGC NET December 2026 exam?

The examination will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode across 87 subjects. Your performance in the test will help determine eligibility for the relevant academic pathway.

The examination covers two papers:

• Paper 1: Tests teaching and research aptitude, reasoning ability, comprehension and general awareness.
• Paper 2: Tests your knowledge of the subject selected in the application form.

Both papers are conducted in the same session, with questions answered through the computer-based test system. Check the official syllabus for your subject and plan your preparation around the prescribed topics.

When will the UGC NET December 2026 admit card be released?

NTA has not yet announced the exact dates for the exam city intimation slip and admit card. You should monitor the official portal for further notices.

The city intimation slip provides advance information about your examination city. It is not a substitute for the admit card, which contains the examination centre and other instructions. Download the admit card when it becomes available and check the reporting time and exam-day guidelines.

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