UGC NET December 2026 exam dates have been announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA), giving candidates a confirmed examination window for the upcoming session. The UGC NET December 2026 examination will be conducted from December 14, 2026, to December 19, 2026, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates preparing for the examination can now plan their revision and travel arrangements according to the official schedule.
NTA has also kept December 20, 2026, and December 21, 2026, as buffer dates. These dates may be used if the agency needs additional examination days beyond the main schedule. Candidates should consider the buffer dates while planning their examination-related arrangements.
Candidates will have to appear for the examination on the date and shift allotted to them. UGC NET is conducted to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to PhD programmes, as applicable under the examination framework.
The UGC NET December 2026 city intimation slip and admit card will be released separately on the official website. The city slip will provide examination city details, while the admit card will include the examination centre, date, shift, reporting time, and other instructions. Candidates should regularly check the official UGC NET portal for further updates.
Key highlights:
- UGC NET December 2026 exam will be held from December 14, 2026, to December 19, 2026.
- December 20, 2026, and December 21, 2026, are kept as buffer dates.
- The examination will be conducted in CBT mode.
- Candidates will appear according to their allotted date and shift.
- The city intimation slip and admit card will be issued separately.
Candidates should visit the official UGC NET website for the admit card, city intimation slip, and examination-related updates. Refer to the official portal for the latest and authoritative UGC NET December 2026 information.