UGC-NET December 2026 Exam Date Revised: Check NTA Schedule and Key Rules
Super Admin··4 min read
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released a corrigendum to the Information Bulletin for the UGC-NET December 2026 examination. This update brings a revised schedule for the upcoming exam, along with critical clarifications regarding registration deadlines, correction windows, and exam-day guidelines.
With registrations already crossing 2.18 lakh, candidates must align their preparation with the newly announced dates. The revised examination is scheduled to take place across multiple shifts in December, making it essential for aspirants to note the timeline carefully.
UGC-NET December 2026 Examination — key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Revised Examination Dates | 14 to 18 December 2026 and 21 December 2026 |
| Online Registration Deadline | 08 October 2026 to 28 October 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.) |
| Late Submission Window | 29 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.) with a late fee of Rs. 500/- |
| Application Correction Window | 02 November 2026 to 04 November 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip Release Date | From 23 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Date | From 07 December 2026 |
| Evaluation of Questions Marked for Review | Attempted questions marked for review will be evaluated; unanswered ones will not |
| Pen Provision at Exam Centre | Pen will be provided at the centre; candidates do not need to bring their own |
Revised Exam Schedule and Key Dates
According to the official notification issued by the National Testing Agency, the revised examination dates for UGC-NET December 2026 are now set from 14 to 18 December 2026 and on 21 December 2026.
Aspirants who have not yet registered must complete their online application process. The online registration deadline is open from 08 October 2026 to 28 October 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.). For those who miss this deadline, a late submission window is available from 29 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.) with a late fee of Rs. 500/-. Following this, the application correction window will open from 02 November 2026 to 04 November 2026.
Admit Card, City Slip, and Exam Day Rules
The NTA has also announced the release dates for essential exam documents. The City Intimation Slip release date is scheduled from 23 November 2026, which will help candidates plan their travel. Following this, the Admit Card download date is set from 07 December 2026.
The corrigendum clarifies important rules for the examination day. Candidates do not need to bring their own pen, as a pen will be provided at the exam centre. Additionally, regarding the evaluation of questions marked for review, the NTA has clarified that attempted questions marked for review will be evaluated, whereas unanswered ones will not.
Step-by-step process
- Go to the official NTA UGC-NET website at https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/
- Register online and submit the application form by 28 October 2026
- Download the City Intimation Slip starting 23 November 2026
- Download the Admit Card starting 07 December 2026
Important official links
- UGC-NET December 2026 Official Website
- s3waas.gov.in
- Opening of the online registration portal for submission of Online Application Form for UGC-NET December 2026 examination – reg
Frequently asked questions
What are the revised exam dates for UGC-NET December 2026?
The revised exam dates are 14 to 18 December 2026 and 21 December 2026.
Can I submit the application form after 28 October 2026?
Yes, you can submit it during the late submission window from 29 October 2026 to 31 October 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.) by paying a late fee of Rs. 500/-.
Will questions marked for review be evaluated?
Attempted questions marked for review will be evaluated, but unanswered ones will not.
Do I need to carry my own pen to the exam centre?
No, a pen will be provided at the exam centre. Candidates do not need to bring their own.
Sources and verification: every date and number in this article was checked against the official website/notice of National Testing Agency (NTA) on 23 October 2026. Read the official notice before applying or taking any decision.
