UGC NET December 2026 Exam Last Date for Registration Extended till 31st October, Apply Now
New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the extension of the last date to apply for the UGC NET December 2026 examination online. Candidates can submit their application form & pay their exam fee by 11.50 PM on October 31, 2026, without any late fees.
UGC NET December 2026 Exam Detaiils
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Key Detail |
Information |
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Examination |
Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 |
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Conducting authority |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
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Syllabus status |
Released |
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Official website |
jeemain.nta.nic.in |
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Paper 1 |
B.E./B.Tech |
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Paper 2A |
B.Arch |
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Paper 2B |
B.Planning |
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Paper 1 subjects |
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
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Paper 1 unit count |
54 units: Physics 20, Chemistry 20, Mathematics 14 |
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Download format |
Official syllabus document |
To qualify for JRF, Assistant Professor & PhD
UGC NET December 2026 Exam Last Date Extended
The NTA has extended the last date to apply for UGC NET December 2026 to provide more time to those who haven’t yet registered. Candidates can now apply online and pay their exam fee successfully. Candidates must complete the process by 11.50 PM on October 31, 2026.There will be no late fees for those who complete their application within the extended deadline.
Other dates & conditions related to the exam have not been changed. The NTA has confirmed that all other terms & conditions mentioned in the Information Bulletin & previous notices remain the same. Those who have already applied should check their application status. Those who haven’t completed their registration should try not to leave it until the last minute.
Who Can Apply?
The UGC NET exam is taken to determine whether Indian Nationals are eligible for the following:
- Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) – For those eligible to pursue research opportunities & receive fellowship support.
- Assistant Professor – For those wishing to qualify for Assistant Professor roles.
- PhD – For those wishing to gain entry into PhD courses at Indian Universities & Colleges.
This exam is to determine whether you are eligible for these opportunities. Passing the UGC NET does not guarantee you will receive a fellowship, teaching role or entry into a specific doctorate course.
How to Apply
Those who have not completed their registration can apply via the official UGC NET site. Follow the below steps:
- Go to ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the registration/application link.
- Complete the necessary information.
- Check the information you have filled in & follow the instructions.
- Pay your exam fee by October 31, 2026 at 11.50 PM.
- Check that you have successfully applied & save your confirmation page & payment.
Refer to the official Information Bulletin for details on the criteria, documents, fees & other requirements. The notice does not mention any new fees or changes to the criteria.
What Should You Do?
Whilst there is more time to apply, you should check that you have successfully applied & paid your exam fee. Just because you have started paying your fees does not mean you have completed the transaction. Check your payment status via the official site. If you have any issues with paying or applying, follow the instructions given by the NTA.
The agency has specifically said that you should complete your application well before the new deadline to avoid any issues. They have also requested that you keep an eye on their official sites (nta.ac.in & ugcnet.nta.nic.in) for any further updates. If you are looking to pursue an academic career, you should focus on completing your application correctly.
UGC NET December 2026 Notice
The notice was issued by the NTA on October 27, 2026. The notice is titled ‘Extension of Last Date for Submission of Online Application Form for UGC-NET December 2026 Examination’. It confirms that the last date to apply & pay your exam fee successfully is October 31, 2026 at 11.50 PM. All other current terms & conditions remain the same.
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for UGC NET December 2026?
According to the notice by NTA, dated 27.10.2026, the revised last date to apply for UGC NET December 2026 is 31.10.2026 up to 11:50 pm.
2. Has the UGC NET December 2026 application date been extended?
Yes, it has been extended to give more time to the candidates to complete their applications.
3. Is it possible to pay the UGC NET December 2026 examination fee without late fee?
Yes, it is possible to pay the examination fee without late fee by 31.10.2026 up to 11:50 pm.
4. Where can candidates apply for UGC NET December 2026?
The application link is available on the official website ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
5. What is the purpose of the UGC NET examination?
The UGC NET examination is conducted for determining the eligibility of candidates for the Junior Research Fellowship and for appointing candidates for the post of Assistant Professor and/or for admission to the PhD programmes in the universities and colleges of India, subject to the rules and regulations.
6. Have the other conditions for the UGC NET December 2026 examination been changed?
No, apart from the extended due date for submission of applications, no other condition has been changed. NTA has also mentioned in the notice that all the conditions given in the Information Bulletin and the earlier public notices remain unchanged.
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