UGC NET December 2026 Registration Update: 3.73 Lakh Applications Submitted, Apply now

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has reported that 3,73,419 applications have been completed for the UGC NET December 2026 examination as of October 25, 2026. According to the latest registration update, these applications have been completed out of 5,50,048 registrations. The UGC NET December 2026 application process is ongoing, and eligible candidates must submit their forms and pay the prescribed examination fee before the regular registration deadline of October 28, 2026.

UGC NET December 2026 Registration Latest Update

The NTA's registration update dated October 25, 2026, highlights the number of completed applications and the forms that are still pending. Candidates who have registered but have not completed the remaining application steps should address the pending requirements as soon as possible.

The latest update shown by the NTA are as given which shows important number of data that inculde:

These figures indicate that completing registration alone does not mean the UGC NET application has been successfully submitted. Candidates should ensure that the required documents have been uploaded and the examination fee has been paid.

How to Complete UGC NET December 2026 Registration?

Candidates who have started but not completed the UGC NET December 2026 application form can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official UGC NET website.
2. Open the UGC NET December 2026 application link.
3. Log in using the required application credentials.
4. Complete the application details that are still pending.
5. Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format, if required.
6. Pay the applicable UGC NET examination fee.
7. Review the application details and payment status.
8. Submit the form and save the confirmation page and payment receipt.

Candidates should verify that the fee payment has been successful and that the application status reflects completion. They should not assume that registration is complete merely because they have generated login credentials.

UGC NET December 2026 Application Fee

The UGC NET application fee varies according to the candidate's category. Candidates should verify the applicable amount in the latest information bulletin before making payment.

Applicable payment gateway charges and taxes may be additional. Candidates should refer to the official UGC NET information bulletin for the complete fee rules and payment instructions.

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