The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date to apply for UGC NET December 2026. Candidates can now submit the online application form and pay the exam fee until 11:50 PM on October 31, 2026, without any late fee.
Latest Update: Deadline Extended
NTA issued a public notice dated October 27, 2026, saying the extension will help candidates who have not completed their application. Reports put the earlier deadline at October 28. The notice asks candidates to apply well before the new date to avoid last-minute technical problems, and says all other terms in the Information Bulletin remain unchanged.
Revised Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application form and fee payment, last date | October 31, 2026 (till 11:50 PM), extended |
| Application correction window (reported) | November 2 to 4, 2026 |
| UGC NET December 2026 exam (reported) | December 14 to 18 and 21, 2026 |
The extended deadline is from the NTA notice. Correction and exam dates are from reports, so check the official website for any change.
How to Apply
- Open the official UGC NET website.
- Register and log in to the December 2026 application.
- Fill in your details and upload the photograph and signature.
- Pay the exam fee online by card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page.
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