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UGC-NET December 2026 Examination

Official Recruitment by National Testing Agency (NTA)

Total Posts

As per notification

Last Date

2026-10-28

Min. Education

Postgraduate (M.Sc / M.Com / M.A.)

Exam Schedule

2026-12-14

Key Dates & Registration Roadmap

Official application deadlines synchronized daily in Indian Standard Time (IST).

Application StatusApplication Closed

1. Portal Opens

OCT

08Thu

Application Start

08 OCT 2026

Today (Live)

NOV

11Wed

Window Closed

Deadline Passed

2. Last Date

OCT

28Wed

Final Deadline

28 OCT (23:50)

3. Exam Date

DEC

14Mon

Target Exam

14 DEC 2026

Application Window Timeline

Elapsed: 34 Days (100%)•Remaining: 0 Days

Apply Opens08 OCT

Midway50% Duration

Registration Closes28 OCT

October 2026

Start Today Deadline

MTWTFSS

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Application Correction Window:2026-11-02 to 2026-11-04

Recruitment Overview & Vacancy Matrix

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for the UGC-NET December 2026 examination on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC). UGC-NET is a national-level test conducted to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and appointment as Assistant Professor, appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to Ph.D., and admission to Ph.D. only in Indian universities and colleges across 87 subjects in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.

Vacancy Breakdown Summary

Recruiting Body:National Testing Agency (NTA)

Cadre / Post:UGC-NET December 2026 Examination

Notified Posts:As per notification

Eligibility & Educational Qualifications

Recognized Degrees Accepted:

Postgraduate (M.Sc / M.Com / M.A.)

Eligible Disciplines / Streams:

General / Non-Technical

Other Discipline

Detailed Criteria & Age Limit:Indian nationals satisfying the educational and age criteria prescribed by the University Grants Commission for JRF, Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admissions.

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This recruitment notification is verified against the official gazette / website announcement of National Testing Agency (NTA).

Verified Portal:National Testing Agency (NTA)

Last Verified:2026-10-14

Authority Desk:TVK Examination Desk

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for UGC-NET December 2026?

The last date to submit the online application form is 28 October 2026 up to 11:50 P.M.

What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates must hold a Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject as per UGC guidelines.

When is the UGC-NET December 2026 examination scheduled?

The examination is scheduled to be conducted from 14 December 2026 to 19 December 2026.

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