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Candidates can apply for UGC-NET December 2026 through the “Online” mode only through the website [https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/](https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/) .  \n2. Submission of the Online Application Form may be done by accessing the NTA website [https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/](https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/. The Application Form in any other mode will not be accepted)[. The Application Form in any other mode will not be accepted](https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/. The Application Form in any other mode will not be accepted).  \n3. Only one application is to be submitted by a candidate.  \n4. Candidates must strictly follow the instructions given in the Information Bulletin available on the NTA website. Candidates not complying with the instructions shall be  \nsummarily disqualified.  \n5. Candidates must ensure that the e-mail address and Mobile Number provided in the Online Application Form are their own or Parents/Guardians only and accessible, as all information/ communication will be sent by NTA through e-mail on the registered e-mail address or SMS on the registered Mobile Number only.  \n6. In case candidate faces difficulty in applying for UGC-NET December 2026, please contact on [011 - 40759000 / 011 - 69227700 or e-mail at ugcnet@nta.ac.in for any clarification](011 - 40759000 / 011 - 69227700 or e-mail at ugcnet@nta.ac.in for any clarification)[ ](011 - 40759000 / 011 - 69227700 or e-mail at ugcnet@nta.ac.in for any clarification)[related to the UGC-NET December 2026.](related to the UGC-NET December 2026.)  \n7. Candidates must fill in their particulars carefully, as no changes will be allowed after the final submission of the Application Form. 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