NTA UGC NET December 2026 Notification - Online Form, Exam Date 14-21 Dec 2026
National Testing Agency - UGC NET December 2026 Cycle - 87 Subjects - JRF & Assistant Professor
Short Notice: National Testing Agency (NTA) has released UGC NET December 2026 Notification on 08 October 2026 with corrigendum and updated Information Bulletin on 16 October 2026 for Assistant Professor and JRF in 87 subjects.
Current Update: Original last date 28 Oct extended to 31 October 2026 up to 11:50 PM without late fee. Exam revised to 14 to 18 December 2026 and 21 December 2026 (earlier 14-19 Dec). Correction window 02-04 November 2026. Form closed today 31 Oct as per TOI.
UGC NET December 2026 Overview
Organization
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name
UGC NET December 2026
Posts
JRF & Assistant Professor (87 Subjects)
Notification Date
08 Oct 2026 (Corrigendum 16 Oct 2026)
Application Dates
08 Oct - 31 Oct 2026 (Extended)
Exam Dates
14-18 Dec & 21 Dec 2026
Official Website
ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Latest Cycle
UGC-NET December 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 08 October 2026 |
| Revised Information Bulletin | 16 October 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 08 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 31 October 2026 up to 11:50 PM |
| Correction Window | 02-04 November 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | 23 November 2026 |
| Admit Card | 07 December 2026 |
| Exam Dates (Revised) | 14 to 18 December 2026 and 21 December 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 1150/- |
| OBC / EWS | Rs. 600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
Eligibility
- Education: Master Degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD). 4 Year Bachelor Degree candidates also eligible as per UGC new norms.
- Age Limit: For JRF - 30 Years (Relaxation as per rules). No age limit for Assistant Professor / NET.
- Subjects: 87 subjects including Commerce, Management, Computer Science, Education, etc.
How to Apply
- Visit official website https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Register and fill online application from 08 Oct to 31 Oct 2026 up to 11:50 PM.
- Upload photo, signature, pay fee and submit.
- Download confirmation page and keep for future reference.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was UGC NET Dec 2026 notification released?
Notification released on 08 Oct 2026 and corrigendum on 16 Oct 2026 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
Q2. What is last date to apply?
Last date extended to 31 Oct 2026 up to 11:50 PM without late fee. Original date was 28 Oct.
Q3. What are exam dates?
Revised exam dates are 14 to 18 December 2026 and 21 December 2026.
Disclaimer
Information based on NTA public notice dated 08 Oct 2026 and corrigendum dated 16 Oct 2026 and TOI update 31 Oct 2026. Verify from official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in before applying.
