The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a corrigendum to the information bulletin for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2026 session. The revised document clarifies several examination-related rules, including prohibited items, evaluation procedures, examination city preferences, entry timings, footwear guidelines and application instructions.
According to the updated bulletin issued on October 16, 2026, the UGC NET December 2026 examination will be conducted on December 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 21. Candidates planning to appear for the examination should read the revised guidelines carefully before completing their application process.
The online application process began on October 8, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official website, **ugcnet.nta.nic.in**, until October 28, 2026, at 11:50 PM. Applicants who miss the regular deadline can submit their forms with a late fee until October 31, 2026, as specified in the notification.
UGC NET December 2026: Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of the application deadlines and examination-related dates to avoid missing important stages of the recruitment and eligibility examination process.
| Event | Date |
| Application Process Begins | October 8, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee | October 28, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply With Late Fee | October 31, 2026 |
| Examination City Intimation Slip | November 23, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | December 7, 2026 |
| Examination Dates | December 14-18 and 21, 2026 |
| Official Website | ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
What Has Changed in the Revised UGC NET Bulletin?
The corrigendum introduces clarifications to multiple provisions in the original information bulletin. These include the list of items prohibited inside examination centres, evaluation-related rules, preferences for examination cities, gate closing times and footwear requirements.
The updated document also addresses application procedures, helping candidates understand the requirements they must follow while registering for the examination and appearing at their allotted centres.
Candidates should read the corrigendum alongside the original information bulletin to understand the applicable rules. They must follow the instructions provided by the NTA regarding reporting times, permitted items and examination-day conduct.
UGC NET December 2026: City Slip and Admit Card
The examination city intimation slip is scheduled to be released on November 23, 2026. It will help candidates know the city allotted for their examination in advance so they can make necessary travel arrangements.
The UGC NET December 2026 admit card is scheduled to become available from December 7, 2026. Candidates should download it from the official portal and verify their personal information, examination date, shift and centre details.
The city intimation slip is not a substitute for the admit card. Candidates should follow the instructions provided by the NTA and carry the required documents to the examination centre.
UGC NET December 2026 Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category. The fee details provided in the notification are as follows:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
| General | ₹1,150 |
| EWS and OBC-NCL | ₹650 |
| Other eligible categories | ₹325 |
Candidates should verify the applicable category and payment instructions in the official information bulletin before submitting the form.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Applicants should complete their registration before the deadline and ensure that all information entered in the application form is accurate. They should also keep their login credentials and payment confirmation details safe for future reference.
Candidates are advised to check ugcnet.nta.nic.in regularly for updates regarding the revised bulletin, examination city slip, admit card and examination instructions. Following the official guidelines will help applicants prepare for the UGC NET December 2026 session and avoid last-minute difficulties.
