NTA UGC NET December 2026 Online Form

About NTA UGC NET December 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for the University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) for the December 2026 cycle. This examination determines eligibility for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor roles in Indian universities and colleges. Interested candidates can read the complete guidelines, eligibility rules, subject lists, and examination details before initiating their online registration.

UGC NET December 2026 Important Dates

Ensure you complete all stages of your application within the following schedule:

• Online Registration Starts: 08 October 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 28 October 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application Fee: 28 October 2026
• Fee Payment with Late Charges: 31 October 2026
• Form Correction Window: 02 November 2026 to 04 November 2026
• UGC NET December 2026 Examination Dates: 14 December 2026 to 19 December 2026
• Exam City Intimation & Admit Card Release: To be announced prior to the exam

Application Fee Details

Fees must be paid exclusively through digital modes, including Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI:

• General Category: ₹1150
• EWS / OBC Categories: ₹600
• SC / ST / PH Categories: ₹325
• Late Fee: ₹500

Age Limitations

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum 30 years.
• Assistant Professor (NET): No upper age limit.

Educational Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must have either completed or currently be pursuing a Master's Degree in a related discipline with a minimum score of 55%.
• Candidates possessing a 4-year Bachelor's degree are also fully eligible to apply.

List of Offered Subjects

Below is the detailed list of subjects available for the December 2026 examination:

How to Fill the NTA UGC NET December 2026 Online Form

• Ensure you read the official informational brochure thoroughly prior to initiating the registration process.
• Collect and verify all your credentials, identity proofs, address documents, and qualification details.
• Keep digital scans of required files ready, such as your recent photograph, signature, thumbprint, and identity proof.
• Before submitting the application, utilize the preview feature to carefully verify all details in the form.
• Pay the required fee based on your category to ensure the form is successfully processed; incomplete applications without fee submission will be rejected.
• Save and print a final copy of your submitted application confirmation page for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When does the registration window open for UGC NET December 2026?The online registration process commences on 08 October 2026.

Q2. What are the dates scheduled for the UGC NET December 2026 examination?The NTA will conduct the examination between 14 December 2026 and 19 December 2026.

Q3. What is the final date to register online?Candidates must complete and submit their online forms by 28 October 2026.

Q4. How can I access the official informational brochure?The official notification PDF is available for download through the direct link provided on this portal.