UGC NET December 2026: Over 5.5 Lakh Registrations, More Than One Lakh Have Not Uploaded Photo and Signature; Correction 2 to 4 November, Exam From 14 December
As per National Testing Agency (NTA) figures, 5,50,048 candidates had registered for UGC NET December 2026 till late night of 25 October. Of them, 3,73,419 have completed their applications. As per a DB Star report, more than 1 lakh candidates have not yet uploaded photo and signature, and more than 31,000 have uploaded photo and signature but not paid the fee. Reports differ on the application last date, so do confirm on the NTA website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application started | 8 October 2026 |
| Last date for application and fee | 28 October 2026; some reports say extended to 31 October by NTA's 27 October notice |
| Correction in application | 2 to 4 November 2026 (till 11:50 pm) |
| City intimation | 23 November 2026 |
| Admit card | 7 December 2026 (as per reports) |
| Exam | 14 to 18 and 21 December 2026 |
Candidates in Past Sessions
| Session | Registered | Appeared |
|---|---|---|
| December 2025 | 9,93,702 | 7,35,614 |
| June 2025 | 10,19,751 | 7,52,007 |
| December 2024 | 8,49,166 | 6,49,490 |
| June 2024 | 11,21,225 | 9,08,580 |
| December 2023 | 9,45,872 | 6,95,928 |
| June 2023 | 6,39,069 | 4,62,144 |
Assistant Professor Cut-Off: 5-Year Trend
| Category | Percentage | Marks (out of 300) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 54%-62% | 162-186 |
| EWS | 49%-56% | 148-168 |
| OBC | 48%-56% | 144-168 |
| SC | 45%-52% | 136-156 |
| ST | 44%-50% | 132-150 |
What Applicants Should Do Now
- If you have filled the form but photo-signature or fee is pending, complete it immediately; an incomplete application is not accepted.
- If there is trouble with live photo or upload, check photo size and format as per NTA guidelines.
- In the 2 to 4 November correction, correct your name, category, subject and exam city; correction is allowed only once.
- For help with the application, visit your nearest e-Mitra or online centre.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is the UGC NET December 2026 exam?
On 14 to 18 and 21 December 2026.
When can corrections be made?
From 2 to 4 November 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The original date was 28 October; some reports say it was extended to 31 October. Confirm on NTA's website.
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.
