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UGC-NET December 2026 Correction Window Open: Apply by 4 November

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Open
Last date
04 Nov 2026 1 day left
Starts
02 Nov 2026
Level
UGC-NET
Exam / route
NET/JRF
Session
December 2026
  1. 02 Nov 2026Starts
  2. 04 Nov 2026Last date1 day left

NTA has opened a one-time correction window for application form particulars for UGC-NET December 2026 from 2 to 4 November. Certain fields can be corrected once only, with any additional fee payable

On this page3 sections
  1. 1Permitted Corrections
  2. 2Additional Fee
  3. 3Important Notes

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is conducting the UGC-NET December 2026 Examination to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor appointments, and Ph.D. admissions in Indian universities and colleges.

NTA has opened a correction facility for candidates to rectify particulars in their online application forms. This correction window is available from 2 November 2026 to 4 November 2026 (up to 11:50 p.m.).

Permitted Corrections

  • Candidates are allowed to correct only certain fields once during this period.
  • Fields not allowed for correction include: Mobile Number, E-mail address, Permanent and Present Address, Uploaded Photograph, and Signature.
  • Allowed to change any one of these: Candidate Name, Father Name, or Mother Name.
  • Examination city preferences can be changed based on permanent and present addresses, but city allotment is not guaranteed by NTA.
  • Other allowable corrections include Date of Birth, Gender, Category, Sub-category/PwBD status (if not verified), and Subject.

Additional Fee

If any correction leads to an increase in fees payable, candidates must pay the additional amount via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Already paid fees will not be refunded, and corrections requiring fees will be effective only after successful payment.

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Important Notes

  • The correction facility is provided only once; no further opportunities will be given.
  • Once the corrected application is submitted, it will be frozen and no further changes permitted.
  • Candidates should carefully verify and correct particulars as needed within the window.
  • For assistance or clarifications, candidates can contact the NTA Helpdesk at 011-40759000 or email ugcnet@nta.ac.in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correction window for UGC-NET December 2026 applications?

The correction window is open from 2 November 2026 to 4 November 2026 until 11:50 p.m.

Which application form fields cannot be corrected?

Mobile number, e-mail address, permanent and present address, photograph, and signature cannot be changed.

Can candidates change their examination city preference?

Yes, candidates can change examination city preferences based on their permanent and present addresses, but city allotment is not guaranteed.

Is there a fee for making corrections?

If corrections result in higher fees, candidates must pay the additional amount online; previous fees paid will not be refunded.

How many times can candidates make corrections?

Only one correction submission is allowed; after submission, the form is frozen.

Where can candidates get help regarding corrections?

Candidates can contact the NTA Helpdesk at phone number 011-40759000 or email ugcnet@nta.ac.in for assistance.

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Source: the official notice at nta.ac.in, published here on 2 Nov 2026. If the official page and this summary differ, the official page is right.

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