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 yet filled the application forms must do so before it is too late. NTA has also told the candidates whose forms are not complete to finish all necessary work, including paying exam fees and downloading the confirmation page.
As far as the number of candidates who have applied is concerned, it stands at 550,048; whereas the number of those who have filled the forms is 373,419. As per recent statistics, it is revealed that there are thousands of candidates who still need to take care of many items.
UGC NET December 2026 Registration: Application status
The registration figures released on 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 |
UGC NET December 2026 Registration: Steps To Apply
Step 1: Go to the official website of UGC NET.
Step 2: Access the link for the December 2026 application and login.
Step 3: Fill any pending information regarding your personal or educational information.
Step 4: Upload your photograph and signature if pending.
Step 5: Pay the exam fee via online payment options available.
Step 6: Submit the application form and save the confirmation page.
NOTE: 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 exams