UGC NET December 2026: Applications Closed on 31 October, Exam from 14 to 19 December; 87 Subjects, CBT Mode, What Next: City Slip and Admit Card
The National Testing Agency (NTA) had extended the last date for UGC NET December 2026 session applications to 31 October 2026 (11:50 pm). The application process began on 8 October and has now closed. The exam will be held from 14 to 19 December 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode for 87 subjects.
As per reports, the application correction window was 2 to 4 November 2026. The exam city intimation slip and admit card dates have not yet been announced.
At a Glance: Key Points
- Applications ran from 8 October and closed on 31 October 2026 (11:50 pm); the earlier last date was 28 October.
- Exam on 14 to 19 December 2026, computer based, 87 subjects.
- Buffer dates are reported as 20 and 21 December.
- City slip and admit card dates not yet announced.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification and application start | 8 October 2026 |
| Original last date to apply | 28 October 2026 |
| Extended last date (with late fee) | 31 October 2026, till 11:50 pm |
| Correction window | 2 to 4 November 2026 |
| City intimation slip / admit card | To be announced |
| Exam | 14 to 19 December 2026 (buffer 20–21 December) |
Eligibility and Pattern (As Per Reports)
- Qualification: Master's degree with at least 55% marks for General and 50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD.
- There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor and PhD admission.
- Final-year Master's candidates can also apply as per rules, but must obtain the required marks after results.
- As per one report, the paper has 150 questions, 300 marks and no negative marking.
What to Do Next
- Keep watching ugcnet.nta.nic.in for the city slip and admit card.
- Keep your application confirmation page and login details safe.
- Solve mock tests and previous papers according to the syllabus.
- Exam centre, date and shift will be given only on the admit card.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is UGC NET December 2026?
14 to 19 December 2026 (buffer 20–21 December).
What was the last date to apply?
31 October 2026 (extended); applications are now closed.
In how many subjects?
87 subjects, in CBT mode.
When will the admit card be out?
The date is not yet announced.
What is the official website?
ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Note: This is based on news reports and public government information. Dates, amounts and rules can change, so please confirm with the official website or the concerned office before acting. Emitrawala.com is not a government website.
