NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Online Form
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research • JRF & Lectureship Eligibility Test
Short Information & Exam Overview
National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) UGC NET Examination December 2026. This national-level examination determines candidate eligibility for 'Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)' and 'Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor' in Science & Technology subjects across Indian universities and colleges.
Eligible candidates holding M.Sc or equivalent degree, B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharma, MBBS, or Integrated course degrees can submit their online applications from 07/10/2026 to 05/11/2026. Read the complete eligibility, subject details, fee structure, and step-by-step application instructions below.
Important Dates
| Application Start: | 07/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply: | 05/11/2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date: | 05/11/2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee: | 09/11/2026 |
| Correction Window: | 10 to 12 Nov 2026 |
| CSIR NET Exam Dates: | 19, 22, 27 Dec 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation: | Before Exam |
| Admit Card Release: | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| General / Unreserved: | ₹ 1150/- |
| EWS / OBC (NCL): | ₹ 600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: | ₹ 325/- |
| Late Processing Fee: | ₹ 500/- |
📌 Age Limit Criteria
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum 30 Years.
- Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor: No Upper Age Limit.
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 Years for SC/ST/Third Gender/PwD/Female candidates and 3 Years for OBC-NCL candidates.
CSIR UGC NET Subject Wise Qualification Details
| CSIR NET Subject Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Science |
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| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Science | |
| Life Science | |
| Mathematical Science | |
| Physical Science |
⚙️ Exam Pattern & Selection Process
- Mode of Examination: Computer Based Test (CBT) online mode.
- Test Structure: Objective type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) divided into 3 Parts (Part A - General Aptitude, Part B - Subject Concepts, Part C - Scientific Application & Analytical Questions).
- Total Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes) without breaks.
- Final Selection: Based on CBT marks percentile cutoff for JRF and Assistant Professorship.
⚠️ Note to be given before applying
Candidates must carefully verify their subject code, exam center preferences, category proof, and educational eligibility before submitting the final fee. Ensure your registered mobile number and email ID remain active for NTA updates and admit card release notifications.
📝 Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
- Visit the official NTA CSIR NET registration portal between 07/10/2026 and 05/11/2026.
- Read the Information Brochure carefully to confirm subject eligibility and age limits.
- Collect required documents: Passport Photo, Signature, Category Certificate, ID Proof, and Educational Marksheets.
- Fill out the basic details, complete academic qualifications, and upload scanned documents in prescribed formats.
- Pay the application fee (General ₹1150, EWS/OBC ₹600, SC/ST/PH ₹325) using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Download and print out the final submitted Application Form Confirmation Page for future reference.
Useful Direct Links
| Apply Online Form | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| NTA CSIR NET Official Website | Click Here |
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