The National Testing Agency (NTA) updated the UGC NET December 2026 schedule on October 16. Apply by October 28, 11:50 pm. The late‑fee window runs October 29 to 31 with ₹500 extra. Form correction opens November 2 to 4. City intimation slips release November 23. Admit cards arrive December 7. Exams are scheduled for December 14–18 and 21.
These cut‑offs matter because payment failures and photo errors spike near deadlines. Finish registration before October 28 to avoid network delays. Use the late‑fee window only if unavoidable. Keep the application number, payment proof, and the same mobile active. Track updates daily so you do not miss city slip or admit card.
UGC NET December 2026: complete schedule at a glance
Map the timeline against your semester or teaching load to avoid clashes. The city slip on November 23 helps plan travel. The December 7 admit card confirms shift, subject, and reporting time. Lock personal calendars now, and set alerts a day earlier than each milestone to hedge against platform or bank downtime.
| Milestone | Date and details |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | October 28, 11:50 pm |
| Late‑fee window | October 29–31 (₹500 extra) |
| Correction window | November 2–4 |
| City intimation slip | November 23 |
| Admit card | December 7 |
| Exam dates | December 14–18 and 21 |
UGC NET December 2026: how to apply with Meri Pehchaan SSO
Register through the Meri Pehchaan single sign‑on (SSO) with a government‑verified identity. Continue to UGC NET. Capture the required live photo in good light, without filters or accessories, matching the application name. Upload clear, recent documents in the prescribed sizes. Verify entries twice before payment, and download both the confirmation page and transaction receipt.
UGC NET December 2026: category certificates and central‑list compliance
For reserved benefits, use documents aligned with the Government of India central list, not state‑only lists. Keep OBC‑Non Creamy Layer and Economically Weaker Section certificates valid for the relevant period. Name, father’s name, and community must match your application and identity proof. Upload scans that are legible, unedited, and stamp‑visible.
UGC NET December 2026: fees, late charges, and safe payment practice
Budget for the base fee plus ₹500 during the October 29–31 late window. Pay only once through stable internet on a trusted device. Avoid repeated refreshes or parallel attempts. If a payment is debited without confirmation, wait for automatic reconciliation before retrying. Save the confirmation page, receipt, and bank reference for any later grievance.
Set your personal cut‑offs: finish the form by October 26, proofreading on October 27. Use the late‑fee window only as a backup. Keep certificates ready, track November 2–4 for edits, and watch November 23 and December 7. Enter December 14–21 focused on content, not paperwork.
