UGC NET December 2026 registration closes today at ugcnet.nta.nic.in, what's next

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the application window for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2026 examination today, October 31. Candidates yet to registere can submit their application forms through the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in, until 11.50 pm.The deadline also applies to the payment of the examination fee. As per the public notice issued by the NTA on October 27, the agency extended the last date for submitting UGC NET online applications to give candidates additional time to complete the registration process.Candidates are advised to complete their applications and fee payments well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical difficulties. The extended window allows candidates to apply without paying an additional late fee.UGC NET DECEMBER 2026: IMPORTANT DATESAs per the revised schedule, October 31 is the last date for both online application submission and examination fee payment. Both processes will close at 11.50 pm. The application correction window will be available from November 2 to November 4, 2026. Candidates should check their application details carefully before submitting the form.HOW TO APPLY FOR UGC NET DECEMBER 2026Visit the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.Click on the UGC NET December 2026 registration link.Complete the registration process and log in using the generated credentials.Fill in the application form with the required personal and academic details.Upload the necessary documents, photograph and signature.Pay the examination fee and submit the application.Download the confirmation page and keep a copy for future reference.UGC NET DECEMBER 2026 EXAM DATESThe UGC NET December 2026 examination will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode for 87 subjects from December 14 to 19, 2026.The examination determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to PhD programmes. Candidates should regularly visit the official NTA website for further updates regarding the examination.- Ends