Application Window Now Open for UGC NET JRF December 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the commencement of the online application process for the UGC NET Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) December 2026 examination. Interested candidates can submit their applications starting from October 8, 2026, with the deadline set for November 28, 2026.
The UGC NET exam is a key qualification test for aspiring lecturers and research fellows in Indian universities and colleges. The exam is conducted nationally by the NTA.
Key Dates to Remember
- Application Start Date: 08 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 28 November 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: 28 November 2026
- Late Fee Payment Deadline: 30 November 2026
- Correction Window: 10 to 12 November 2026
- Exam Dates: 14 to 19 December 2026
- Admit Cards Available: Prior to exam dates
Application Fees
- General Category: Rs. 1150/-
- EWS, OBC Categories: Rs. 600/-
- SC, ST, PH Categories: Rs. 325/-
- Late Fee (if applicable): Rs. 500/-
Payments can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan, E Wallet, or Cash Card.
Age Criteria
- JRF Candidates: Maximum age limit is 30 years.
- NET Candidates: No age limit applies.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must have a postgraduate degree or be in the final year of their postgraduate studies, securing at least 55% aggregate marks from a recognized university or college. Candidates holding a four-year bachelor’s degree are also eligible.
Subjects Offered
The exam covers a broad range of subjects. Some of the 86 subjects available include:
- Anthropology
- Commerce
- Computer Science and Applications
- Economics
- English
- History
- Management
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Urdu
- Yoga
- And many more specialized and regional subjects
How to Apply
Applicants must apply online through the official NTA UGC NET website at https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/. It is advised to carefully read the official notification before filling out the form to ensure eligibility and accuracy.
Selection Process
Selection will be based solely on the performance in the entrance test conducted by the NTA.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Download Information Brochure: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
- When did the application process start? Online applications opened on 08 October 2026.
- What is the last date to apply? The final date to submit applications is 28 November 2026.
- What is the age limit? For JRF, the maximum age is 30 years; there is no age limit for NET.
- What qualifications are required? Candidates must have a postgraduate degree with at least 55% marks or be in the final year of such a program.
- Where can I apply? Applications are accepted only through the official NTA UGC NET website.
- What is the official website? The official portal is https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/.
