NTA UGC NET December 2026 – Apply Online, Exam Dates, Fees, Eligibility
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online applications for the UGC NET December 2026 examination. The notification was released on 08 October 2026, and eligible candidates can apply online from 08 October to 28 October 2026. The exam, held in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode, decides eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor with Ph.D. admission, and Ph.D. admission only, across 87 subjects.
Key Highlights
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam | UGC NET December 2026 |
| Purpose | JRF / Assistant Professor / Ph.D. admission eligibility |
| Number of Subjects | 87 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 08 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 08 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (without late fee) | 28 October 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Late Fee Application Window | 29 October to 31 October 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 02 November to 04 November 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 14 December to 19 December 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,150/- |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325/- |
The fee is payable online only, through debit card, credit card, net banking, or e-challan. A late fee applies to applications submitted in the late-fee window; confirm the amount from the official bulletin.
Eligibility
- Candidates must have a Master’s degree in the relevant subject, with 55% marks (General/EWS) or 50% marks (OBC/SC/ST/third gender) from a recognised university.
- Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree can also apply.
- Details of subject-wise eligibility are given in the official information bulletin on the NTA portal.
Age Limit (as on 01.12.2026)
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): maximum 30 years. Age relaxation applies as per government rules.
- Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission only: no upper age limit.
Exam Pattern
- Mode: Online Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Paper I: 50 questions, 100 marks — Teaching and Research Aptitude.
- Paper II: 100 questions, 200 marks — chosen subject.
- Total duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
- No negative marking.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UGC NET portal and open the “UGC-NET December 2026 Application Form” link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in.
- Fill the application form with personal, academic, and subject details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, and other documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Save the confirmation page and application number for future reference.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official UGC NET Portal | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/ |
| NTA UGC NET Website | https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/ |
FAQ
Q: What is the last date to apply for UGC NET December 2026?
A: 28 October 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) without late fee; the late-fee window runs from 29 to 31 October 2026.
Q: What are the exam dates?
A: The CBT is scheduled from 14 December to 19 December 2026.
Q: Who can apply for UGC NET December 2026?
A: Master’s degree holders (or final-year students) in the relevant subject with 55% marks (General/EWS) or 50% marks (reserved categories).
Q: Is there an age limit?
A: For JRF, the maximum age is 30 years as on 01.12.2026. There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor or Ph.D. admission eligibility.
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Disclaimer: SarkariResults.it.com is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with the Government of India, the National Testing Agency, or the University Grants Commission. Facts above are attributed to NTA’s official UGC NET portal (ugcnet.nta.nic.in); candidates should confirm all details from the official notification before applying.