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UGC NET December 2026: 9.75 Lakh Candidates Pay Fee; Correction Window Open
· Source: Amar Ujala
The National Testing Agency has closed the fee payment window for UGC NET December 2026, with 9,75,505 candidates depositing the application fee. The application correction facility has opened and candidates can make changes until 4 November 2026.
Application Fee and Confirmation Page Details
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has ended the extended deadline for depositing the application fee for UGC NET December 2026. According to information released by the University Grants Commission (UGC), a total of 9,75,505 candidates have paid the application fee, though this figure is subject to reconciliation of payments with the bank. Candidates who have completed their application process are advised to log in to the official website and download and keep their confirmation page safely.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application correction window starts | 2 November 2026 |
| Last date for application correction | 4 November 2026 |
| Release of exam city intimation slip | 23 November 2026 |
| Admit card download begins | 7 December 2026 |
Application Correction Facility and Editable Details
Candidates who have submitted their online application fee can make necessary changes to their forms from 2 November 2026 to 4 November 2026. The NTA has advised applicants to verify their information thoroughly within the deadline and not wait until the last date. Under the correction facility, candidates can update specific details, including:
- Personal details
- Name changes
- Choice of examination city/centre
- Subject and educational qualification details
Exam City Slip and Admit Card
The advance exam city intimation slip for UGC NET December 2026 will be released on 23 November 2026 on the official website. This slip will provide information about the city where the candidate's exam centre is allotted. Complete details of the exam centre will be provided in the admit card, which candidates can download starting from 7 December 2026 by logging in with their credentials.
Questions
How many candidates paid the application fee for UGC NET December 2026?
A total of 9,75,505 candidates have deposited the application fee, subject to bank reconciliation.
What is the deadline to make corrections in the UGC NET December 2026 application form?
The correction window is open from 2 November 2026 to 4 November 2026.
When will the exam city intimation slip be released?
The exam city intimation slip will be released on 23 November 2026 on the official website.
From which date can candidates download the UGC NET December 2026 admit card?
Candidates can download their admit cards starting from 7 December 2026.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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