UGC NET December 2026 – National Eligibility Test
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) to determine candidates' eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions, as specified in the applicable examination guidelines.
Examination Details
- Examination Name: UGC NET December 2026
- Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Examination Mode: Online application
- Job Location: All India
- Advertisement Number: Not mentioned in the provided information
- Vacancies: No fixed number specified
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Master's degree or equivalent qualification with at least 55% marks.
- Candidates belonging to the specified reserved categories, including SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD and transgender candidates, are eligible with at least 50% marks, as stated in the provided information.
Age Limit
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum 30 years, subject to applicable age relaxations.
- Assistant Professor: No upper age limit.
Application Fee
- General: ₹1,150
- OBC/EWS: ₹600
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹325
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 28 October 2026, 11:50 PM
- Late Application Window: 29–31 October 2026, until 11:50 PM, with an additional late fee of ₹500.
- Application Correction Window: 2–4 November 2026
- Examination Dates: 14–19 December 2026
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should read the official examination notification, check the eligibility conditions, and complete the online application process through the official UGC NET portal.
Official Application Portal: UGC NET Official Website
Important Note
This is an eligibility examination, not a direct job vacancy. Qualifying UGC NET may establish eligibility for JRF and/or Assistant Professor opportunities, subject to the applicable rules and selection requirements of the relevant institution.
Candidates should verify the application dates, fees, age limits, category relaxations, and eligibility criteria in the official NTA notification before applying.