UGC NET December 2026 Registration Last Date Extended To October 31 | Education and Career News
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UGC NET December 2026: Candidates can access the official NTA website at nta.ac.in or visit the UGC-NET portal at ugcnet.nta.nic.in to complete their applications.
UGC NET application forms available at ugcnet.nta.ac.in. (File/Representative)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date for submitting online application forms for the UGC-NET December 2026 examination. According to the public notice issued on October 27, 2026, candidates can now complete their application process by October 31, 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
The decision has been taken in the interest of candidates who have not yet completed their applications. The agency has clarified that the extended deadline applies to both the submission of online application forms and the successful payment of the examination fee. Candidates can complete these processes by the revised deadline without paying any late fee.
With the revised deadline approaching, candidates who are yet to register or complete their applications are advised to visit the official UGC-NET website and finish the process at the earliest. Applicants should ensure that all required details have been entered correctly and that the examination fee has been paid successfully before the deadline. Completing the process in advance can help candidates avoid potential technical difficulties caused by heavy website traffic during the final hours.
Educational Qualification for UGC NET
To qualify for UGC NET, candidates must have a master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject from a recognized university or institute. Candidates in the General and General-EWS categories must have a minimum of 55 per cent marks in their postgraduate degree. Candidates in the OBC-NCL, SC, ST, Persons with Disabilities, and Third Gender categories must have a minimum of 50 per cent marks. Students in the final year of a master’s degree may also apply, subject to the established criteria.
There is no upper age limit for admission to the Assistant Professorship and PhD positions. However, the maximum age limit for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) is 30 years as of December 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to eligible categories as per the rules.
How To Apply For UGC NET
– First, visit the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Then, click on the UGC NET December 2026 registration link.
– Register or log in and fill in your personal and academic details. Then, select your subject and exam city.
– Upload your photo, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format.
– After paying the application fee, submit the form.
– Finally, download and save the confirmation page and fee payment receipt.
The UGC-NET examination is conducted by the NTA to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to PhD programmes in Indian universities and colleges. The examination is an important qualifying test for candidates seeking academic and research opportunities in higher education institutions across the country.
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