UGC NET December 2026: Live Photo Problems? NTA Issues Guidelines for Applicants

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued instructions for candidates experiencing difficulties capturing their live photographs while completing the application form for the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2026. The agency has advised applicants to ensure that their faces are properly illuminated, the background is sufficiently bright and clear, and only one face appears within the camera frame.

In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), the NTA outlined several steps that applicants can follow if they encounter persistent problems while capturing their photographs. Candidates have been advised to clear their browser cache, switch to another web browser, or attempt the process in Incognito mode if the issue continues. They should ensure that the lighting and background meet the prescribed requirements before attempting the process to minimise further technical difficulties.

Candidates who have not yet completed their registration can access the UGC NET December 2026 application form through the official website, ugcnet.nta.nic.in. To begin, applicants must visit the portal and click on the application link for the December 2026 examination. They must then complete the registration process and generate their login credentials. After registration, candidates need to log in using their application number and password to access the application form and enter the required information.

Once the application form has been filled in, candidates must upload the necessary documents, photograph and signature in accordance with the instructions provided on the portal. Applicants should carefully verify all the information entered in the form before proceeding to pay the prescribed application fee. After completing the payment, they must submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference. Candidates are advised to retain a copy of the confirmation page as proof of successful submission and for use during subsequent stages of the examination process.

Meanwhile, the NTA has reported substantial application activity for the December 2026 examination cycle. More than 1.86 lakh application forms have been submitted for UGC NET December 2026, while over 32,660 applications have been received for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination.

The registration window for UGC NET December 2026 is scheduled to close on October 28, 2026.

According to the announced schedule, the UGC NET December 2026 examination will be conducted on December 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 21, 2026.

For technical assistance or clarification regarding the UGC NET December 2026 application process, candidates can visit the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in or contact the NTA through email at ugcnet@nta.ac.in. Applicants can also reach the helpdesk by calling 011-40759000 or 011-69227700.