UGC NET December 2026: The application deadline for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2026 examination is October 28, 2026. Candidates who have not submitted their forms must complete the registration process before the deadline. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has advised applicants with incomplete forms to finish the pending steps, pay the examination fee and download the confirmation page without waiting until the final hours.As of October 25, a total of 5,50,048 candidates had registered for the examination, while 3,73,419 had completed their applications and paid the fee. The latest figures indicate that thousands of applicants still need to complete essential formalities, including uploading photographs and signatures or paying the application fee.UGC NET December 2026 registration: Application statusThe registration figures released for October 25 show the following application status:
| Application status | Number of candidates |
| Total registered | 5,50,048 |
| Applications completed and fee paid | 3,73,419 |
| Photograph and signature pending, fee unpaid | 1,36,993 |
| Photograph and signature uploaded, fee unpaid | 31,580 |
The figures show that 1,36,993 candidates have yet to upload their photograph and signature, with their fee payment also pending. Another 31,580 applicants have uploaded these documents but have not paid the examination fee.UGC NET 2026: Last date to apply and fee paymentCandidates must submit their applications by October 28, 2026, up to 11:50 pm. The application window with a late fee is scheduled from October 29 to October 31, 2026. The application correction facility is scheduled for November 2 to November 4, 2026.Candidates should use the official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in , to complete their applications. After entering the required details, applicants must upload the prescribed documents, pay the applicable fee and download the confirmation page. Registration alone does not mean that the application process is complete.
How to complete the UGC NET December 2026 application
Applicants with pending formalities should follow these steps:Step 1: Visit the official UGC NET website.Step 2: Open the December 2026 application link and log in.Step 3: Complete any missing personal or academic details.Step 4: Upload the photograph and signature, if pending.Step 5: Pay the examination fee through the available online payment options.Step 6: Submit the form and download the confirmation page.Candidates should check the application status after payment and retain the confirmation page for future reference.• Direct link to apply online for the UGC NET December 2026 examsUGC NET December 2026 examination scheduleThe December session examination is scheduled to be held from December 14 to December 19, 2026, according to the published examination information. The test determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor positions and admission to PhD programmes.Applicants should check the official portal for any changes to the schedule or application instructions.
