UGC NET · NTA notice
UGC-NET December 2026: Application Correction Window Open Till 04 November
· Source: National Testing Agency
About this notice
The National Testing Agency has opened the correction window for the UGC-NET December 2026 online application form. Registered candidates can verify and edit permitted fields on the official website between 02 November 2026 and 04 November 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.). Corrections are allowed only once, and any additional fee incurred must be paid online before the deadline.
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Correction Schedule
The National Testing Agency is conducting UGC-NET December 2026 to determine eligibility for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programmes in Indian Universities and Colleges.
| Examination | Duration for Correction in Particulars | Fields for Corrections |
|---|---|---|
| UGC-NET December 2026 | 02 November 2026 to 04 November 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.) | As per Annexure-I |
Permitted and Restricted Fields for Correction
Corrections in the application form are strictly regulated according to Annexure-I of the notice.
| Category / Action | Applicable Fields |
|---|---|
| Candidates shall NOT be allowed to change | i. Mobile Number ii. E-Mail address iii. Address (Permanent and Present) iv. Photograph - Image Uploaded v. Signature – Image Uploaded |
| Candidates shall be allowed to change any ONE of the following | i. Candidate Name or ii. Father Name or iii. Mother Name |
| Examination City Selection | Candidates can change examination city preferences based on their Permanent and Present Addresses. NTA is not bound to allot a city as per the candidate's preference. |
| Candidates shall be allowed to change | i. Date of Birth ii. Gender iii. Category iv. Sub-category / PwBD (If not verified by UDID Portal) v. Subject |
Important Guidelines and Fee Rules
- Registered candidates must visit https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in to verify and edit their details.
- The correction facility is offered only once; no further opportunity will be given after 04 November 2026 (11:50 P.M.).
- Once the corrected application form is submitted, it will be frozen and no further changes will be allowed.
- If a correction leads to an increase in the fee, the candidate must pay the additional amount through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI only.
- Corrections requiring an additional fee will take effect only after successful payment.
- Fees already paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Helpline
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Phone | 011-40759000 |
| ugcnet@nta.ac.in | |
| Website | https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date and time to submit corrections for UGC-NET December 2026?
Corrections can be submitted up to 04 November 2026 until 11:50 P.M.
Can I edit my mobile number, email address, or uploaded photo?
No, candidates are not allowed to change their Mobile Number, E-Mail address, Address (Permanent and Present), Photograph, or Signature.
Can I update both my name and my parents' names?
No, candidates are allowed to change only any one field among Candidate Name, Father Name, or Mother Name.
Is NTA bound to allot the exam city chosen during the correction window?
No, NTA is not bound to allot an examination city as per the candidate's preference.
Can I make changes more than once during the correction period?
No, candidates can submit corrections only once, after which the application form is frozen.
What happens if a correction increases the application fee?
The candidate must pay the additional amount using Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI; the changes will take effect only after successful payment.
Notice details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Notice | Public Notice regarding Correction in particulars of the Online Application Form for UGC-NET December 2026 |
| Exam | UGC National Eligibility Test |
| Published | 2 November 2026 |
| Published on | nta.ac.in, ugcnet.nta.nic.in |
| Document | Notice_20261102150155.pdf |
Source
National Testing Agency (NTA), Ministry of Education, Government of India. Notice taken from the NTA notice board (nta.ac.in).
- Official notice (PDF) on nta.ac.in: Notice_20261102150155.pdf
- Page where NTA lists it on nta.ac.in
- Official notice (PDF) on ugcnet.nta.nic.in: 20261102472201336.pdf
- Page where NTA lists it on ugcnet.nta.nic.in
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