UGC NET December 2026: Exam Date, Application Form and History Preparation
About 73 days to the exam
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam dates | 14–19 December 2026 (buffer dates 20–21 December), as per NTA's exam calendar |
| Mode | Computer-based test (online) |
| History paper | Paper 2, subject code 06: 100 questions, 200 marks (Paper 1: 50 questions, 100 marks). Both papers in three hours; 2 marks per correct answer, no negative marking |
| Notification and application form | No update posted here yet. Check NTA's official UGC NET website for the latest. |
| City slip / admit card | No update posted here yet. Check NTA's official UGC NET website for the latest. |
| Answer key | No update posted here yet. Check NTA's official UGC NET website for the latest. |
| Result and cut-off | After the exam. Last session's History cut-off is linked below. |
What to do now
- Read the syllabus: All 10 History (code 06) units, topic by topic.
- Check the last cut-off: To set your target score.
- Build a study plan: Day by day, for your exam date.
- Take the free mock tests: A unit test after each unit.
- Practise PYQ-style questions: XP for correct answers.
For the application you will usually need to keep a photograph, signature and ID ready (and a category/EWS/PwD certificate if it applies). The final list will be in NTA's Information Bulletin, so read it.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the UGC NET December 2026 exam?
From 14 to 19 December 2026, with 20–21 December as buffer dates, as per NTA's exam calendar.
When will the application form be out?
See the notification row in the table above. We post an update here the same day the notification is released. Always confirm on NTA's official website.
How many History questions are there?
Paper 2 (History) has 100 questions for 200 marks. The full pattern is on the syllabus page.
Is there negative marking?
No. Every correct answer earns 2 marks.
Where should I start?
Read the syllabus, build a study plan, and take a unit test after each unit.
By Mr. Parveen Malik · B.Tech. (CSE), M.A. (History), History JRF · Updated 30 Sep 2026