Application Window Open for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the commencement of the online application process for the CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination. Interested candidates can submit their applications starting October 7, 2026, through the official NTA CSIR UGC NET website. The last date to apply is November 5, 2026.
Key Dates to Remember
- Application Start Date: 07 October 2026
- Application Deadline: 05 November 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 05 November 2026
- Late Fee Payment Deadline: 09 November 2026
- Correction Window: 10 to 12 November 2026
- Examination Dates: 19, 22, and 27 December 2026
- Admit Card Availability: Before the exam dates
Application Fees
Applicants must pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other available payment methods. The fee structure is as follows:
- General Category: Rs. 1150/-
- EWS, OBC NCL: Rs. 600/-
- SC, ST: Rs. 325/-
- Late Fee (if applicable): Rs. 500/-
Age Criteria
- Maximum Age for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): 30 years
- No age limit for Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor positions
- Age relaxation is applicable as per official rules
Examination Details
The exam conducted is the NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination December 2026, which will be held online.
Eligibility Requirements
- Candidates must hold an M.Sc or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks for General/OBC and 50% for SC/ST/PH categories.
- Applicants with Integrated Course degrees, B.E./B.Tech, B.Pharma, or MBBS are also eligible.
Subjects Offered
- Chemical Science
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Science
- Life Science
- Mathematical Science
- Physical Science
Selection Process
Selection will be based solely on the online examination performance.
How to Apply and Download Certificates
Candidates can apply online through the official portal. After the exam, certificates can be downloaded from the same website.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Download Bulletin: Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When did the application process start?
A: Online applications began on October 7, 2026.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: The deadline is November 5, 2026.
Q: What is the age limit?
A: Maximum age is 30 years for JRF; no limit for Lectureship/Assistant Professor. Age relaxations apply as per official guidelines.
Q: What qualifications are required?
A: M.Sc or equivalent with minimum marks as per category; integrated course and professional degrees like B.E./B.Tech, B.Pharma, MBBS are also eligible.
Q: How to apply?
A: Applications must be submitted online via the official link provided above.
Q: How to download results?
A: Results will be available on the official website; candidates can download by entering their registration number or roll number and date of birth.
Q: What is the official website?
A: The official portal is https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/.
Note: Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification regarding eligibility, age limits, and other details before applying.
