UGC NET December 2026: Revised Bulletin Adds Late Fee Window to 31 October, Correction 2 to 4 November, Exam 14 to 21 December
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NTA's revised UGC NET December 2026 bulletin (16 October) keeps 28 October as the main last date, adds a late-fee window till 31 October, and lists the correction window and exam dates.
At a glance
| Organisation | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
|---|---|
| Last date | 28 October 2026 |
| Status | Open |
| Fee General | Rs 1150 |
| Fee Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL | Rs 600 |
| Fee SC/ST/Third Gender/PwD | Rs 325 |
| Late fee | Rs 500 extra |
| Exam duration | 180 minutes, Paper 1 and Paper 2 without break |
| JRF age limit | up to 30 years as per bulletin |
| Assistant Professor | no upper age limit |
Important dates
| Application window | 8 to 28 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Late submission with Rs 500 late fee | 29 to 31 October 2026 |
| Correction window | 2 to 4 November 2026 |
| City intimation | 23 November 2026 |
| Admit card | 7 December 2026 |
| Exam | 14 to 18 December and 21 December 2026 |
Details
NTA has put up a corrigendum to the UGC NET December 2026 Information Bulletin on 16 October 2026, along with the revised bulletin. The online application window is 8 to 28 October 2026 (up to 11:50 PM), and the fee can also be paid until 28 October.
Candidates who miss the main window can still submit the form between 29 and 31 October 2026 by paying an extra late fee of Rs 500 on top of the category fee. The correction window is 2 to 4 November 2026. Exam city intimation is planned for 23 November, admit cards from 7 December, and the exam runs on 14 to 18 December and 21 December 2026. The 3-hour paper has Paper 1 and Paper 2 with no break, and shift timings will be announced later.
Fee per the bulletin: Rs 1,150 for General, Rs 600 for Gen-EWS and OBC-NCL, and Rs 325 for SC, ST, Third Gender and PwD candidates, plus bank or gateway charges and GST. Always confirm the final details in the official notification.
How to apply
- Open ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Register and fill the application form
- Upload documents and pay the fee
- Submit and save the confirmation page
- Use the correction window if needed
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply without late fee?
28 October 2026 up to 11:50 PM.
Is a late fee window available?
Yes, 29 to 31 October 2026 with an extra Rs 500.
When is the exam?
14 to 18 December and 21 December 2026.
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This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.