UGC NET correction window 2026: 2-4 Nov, what you can edit
The UGC NET December 2026 correction window runs from 2 to 4 November 2026, till 11:50 PM, online only. NTA decides which fields open for editing. Corrections sent by post, fax, WhatsApp, email or by hand are not accepted, and requests after the window closes are not considered.
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The UGC NET December 2026 correction window is open from 2 November to 4 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM, and it is online only. Use it to fix what NTA lets you edit, because after 4 November your request will not be considered.
NTA extended the application deadline to 31 October 2026 (11:50 PM), without late fee, in its public notice of 27 October. If your form and fee are in, the next job is a calm check of everything you typed and uploaded.
What can I change in the UGC NET correction window?
The Information Bulletin (as revised by the 16 October corrigendum) does not print a full list of editable fields. It says changes are allowed only in "NTA's permitted fields", so log in on 2 November and see which boxes are open for you.
The bulletin does name two things you can fix in this window:
- Exam city choices. It says eligible candidates may revise their city preferences during the correction window. You pick four cities in order of priority, limited to the state of your permanent address or present address.
- A UDID or disability mismatch. If the UDID portal check flags a mismatch, it can be corrected only through the correction window. After the window closes, PwD/PwBD claims are not entertained.
The bulletin also lists the details NTA treats as final once the window closes: name, contact details and address, category, PwD status, educational qualification, date of birth and choice of cities. So the window is your last chance on the very things people most often get wrong.
The bulletin does not state a correction fee in the pages we read. If the correction page asks for a payment, check the amount on that page before you pay.
Dates that matter now
| Step | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Correction window (online only) | 2 Nov to 4 Nov, till 11:50 PM |
| Intimation of exam cities | 23 Nov |
| Admit card download | 7 Dec |
| Computer based exam | 14 Dec to 18 Dec and 21 Dec |
Source: NTA, Information Bulletin UGC-NET December 2026 (revised bulletin published as a corrigendum on 16 October 2026); NTA public notice of 27 October 2026.
Photo and signature rules to check against
If you want to swap a rejected or poor upload, these are the limits in the bulletin. It gives no pixel size for any of them.
| Document | Format | File size (KB) | Dimensions | Other rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recent photograph | Not stated; use JPG | 10-200 | Not given | Colour or black and white, white background, 80% of face visible including ears, no mask |
| Live photograph | Captured on screen | Not given | Not given | Webcam or phone via on-screen QR code, light background, good lighting |
| Signature | Not stated; use JPG | 10-50 | Not given | Your own signature |
| Disability or UDID certificate | 50-300 | Not given | Clearly legible, PwD candidates only |
Source: NTA, Information Bulletin UGC-NET December 2026 (revised, 16 October 2026), Step 2 of the application procedure.
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How to use the window without making things worse
- Log in on 2 November, not on the last evening, so a slow server does not eat your time.
- Open your Confirmation Page next to the form and compare name, date of birth, category and qualification line by line.
- Re-check your exam city choices, in priority order, within your state.
- Replace an upload only if it is wrong: ears hidden, signature too faint, size outside the range above.
- Save the form, then download the updated Confirmation Page and keep a copy.
Common mistakes
Waiting for a second chance. The bulletin is clear that changes after the window closes are not considered. A wrong category will not be switched later by writing to NTA.
The same rule covers category certificates, so read the category and certificate guide before you touch that field.
Sending corrections off-portal. NTA does not accept corrections by post, fax, WhatsApp, email or by hand.
Mixing up CSIR NET and UGC NET. They have separate bulletins and windows. This post covers UGC NET only, so confirm CSIR NET dates in its own bulletin on csirnet.nta.nic.in.
Live photo failing again. The bulletin asks for a light-coloured background, proper lighting and 80% of the face visible including ears, without a mask. If your device has no webcam, scan the on-screen QR code with a phone or tablet. Sit facing a window or lamp, camera at eye level, both ears in frame, no mask, and a light plain wall behind you. The signature scanning guide helps if your signature file is the problem. The full upload walkthrough is in the UGC NET application guide.
Checklist before 4 November, 11:50 PM
- Name, date of birth and category match your certificates.
- Exam city choices are four, in the order you want.
- Photo is 10-200KB, signature is 10-50KB.
- UDID or disability certificate is a legible PDF of 50-300KB, if it applies.
- Email and mobile number are yours and you can open both.
- Updated Confirmation Page downloaded.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for UGC NET correction 2026?
The correction window for UGC NET December 2026 runs from 2 November to 4 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM, as per the NTA Information Bulletin. It is online only.
Can I change my category after the window closes?
No. The bulletin treats category as final once the correction period ends and says later requests will not be considered. Check it during the window.
Can I send my correction by email or WhatsApp?
No. NTA says it will not entertain corrections sent by post, fax, WhatsApp, email or by hand. Only the online window counts.
How much is the UGC NET correction fee?
The bulletin pages we read do not state a correction fee. If the correction page asks for payment, go by the amount shown there.
Does the CSIR NET correction window match UGC NET?
Do not assume so. CSIR NET has its own bulletin. Check csirnet.nta.nic.in for its dates.
Where is the UGC NET correction portal and login link?
The bulletin routes the application and the correction through the NTA website ugcnet.nta.nic.in. Log in there with the same credentials you used to apply, and watch that site for the exact correction link when the window opens on 2 November.
Why does my live photo keep failing on the UGC NET form?
The bulletin asks for a light-coloured background, proper lighting and 80% of the face visible including ears, without a mask. Use a webcam, or scan the on-screen QR code with a phone if your device has none. If it still fails, check the NTA site for helpdesk details.
Sources
- NTA, Information Bulletin UGC-NET December 2026 (revised, corrigendum of 16.10.2026) (checked 2026-10)
- NTA, public notice: extension of last date (27.10.2026) (checked 2026-10)
- NTA, UGC-NET portal (checked 2026-10)
Rules and limits change. Always check the latest official notification or portal before you submit a form.