NTA Opens Registration for UGC NET December 2026 Examination

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially launched the registration process for the UGC NET December 2026 examination. Candidates intending to appear for the upcoming session can now access the application portal via the official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in, to complete their registration and submit the required forms.

Alongside the opening of the application window, the NTA has released the comprehensive notification for the December cycle. This document outlines the essential guidelines, eligibility criteria, and the examination schedule, providing a roadmap for applicants as they prepare for the national-level test.

Application Deadlines and Examination Schedule

The registration window for the UGC NET December 2026 session is currently open, with the final date for submission set for October 28, 2026. For those who may miss the initial deadline, the NTA has provided a grace period; candidates can still submit their application forms by paying a late fee of INR 500 until October 29, 2026. The final deadline for completing successful transactions through various payment modes, including credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or UPI, is October 31, 2026.

Following the conclusion of the application process, the NTA will open a correction window from November 2 to November 4, 2026, allowing candidates to rectify any errors in their submitted forms. The examination itself is scheduled to take place over a six-day period, running from December 14 to December 19, 2026.

Application Fees and Submission Procedure

The application fee structure for the December 2026 session is tiered based on candidate categories. General category applicants are required to pay a fee of INR 1,150. Candidates belonging to the OBC category must pay INR 600, while applicants from the SC, ST, and PwD categories are required to pay INR 325.

To apply, candidates should visit the official website and select the link for the UGC NET December 2026 application form. New users must first complete the registration process to generate login credentials. Once registered, candidates can log in to fill out the detailed application form, upload the necessary documents—such as a recent passport-size photograph, a scanned signature, and relevant category or educational certificates—and proceed to the payment gateway. Applicants are advised to have their Aadhaar card or a valid government-issued ID, along with their academic records, readily available before beginning the online submission process to ensure all personal and educational details are entered accurately.