UGC NET December 2026 Apply Online

This article provides important information about the UGC NET December exam process for 2026. For requirements eligibility, the selection procedure, and deadlines, please refer to the job posting published by the relevant department.

National Testing Agency (NTA) has recently released notification for examination of National Eligibility Test (NET) December 2026. Online applications for the UGC NET December 2026 will be accepted starting 29 April 2026, on the official website (ugcnet.nta.nic.in). If you are interested in this position and meet all the requirements, please submit your application.

UGC NET December 2026 Overview

Organization Name	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Examination Name	National Eligibility Test (NET) December 2026
Exam Date	14-19 December, 2026
Application Mode	ONLINE
Official Website	ugcnet.nta.nic.in

Important Date

Event	Date
Apply Start Date	08 October, 2026
Apply Last Date	28 October, 2026 (11:50 pm)
Correction in Application Form	02-04 November, 2026
Exam Date	14-19 December, 2026

Eligibility Criteria Details

Age Limit: The age limit criteria for the candidates who are applying for this UGC NET Exam 2026 is given below. Candidates in reserved categories will be granted an age reduction in accordance with applicable regulations.

• Maximum Age Limit (JRF) : 30 Years
• Maximum Age Limit (Assistant Pro.) : No upper age limit

Educational Requirements: Candidates must have a degree from a relevant university to apply for various positions. More details about the educational requirements are given below.

Exam Name	Eligibility Details
UGC NET December 2026	Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories)

Application Fees Details

Candidates for this position must pay an application fee based on their caste. Details are provided below:

Category	Application Fees
General/ OBC/ EWS	₹1150/-
OBC/ EWS (NCL)	₹600/-
SC/ ST/ PWD	₹325/-
Fee Pay Mode	Online

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