CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Online Form

CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Online Form: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Notification for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor eligibility, and Ph.D. admissions in Indian universities. Eligible candidates holding a Master’s degree or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in science disciplines can submit their applications online from 7th October 2026 to 5th November 2026 through the official NTA website. The entrance examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode on 19th, 22nd, and 27th December 2026.

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NTA – Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR 

CSIR UGC NET December Online Form 2026

Organization NTA – Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR
Mode of Application Online

Important Dates

Application Start Date 07/10/2026
Last Date to Apply 05/11/2026
Correction Window for Submitted Application 10/11/2026 to12/11/2026
Examination Dates 19th, 22nd, and 27th December 2026

Application Fee

General / Unreserved 1,150/-
General-EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 600/-
SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third Gender 325/-

NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Exam Subject Details

Subject Code Test Subject Name Specializations Included
701 Chemical Sciences Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry
702 Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences Geology, Geophysics, Meteorology, Oceanography, Physical Geography
703 Life Sciences and Bio-Technology (LS-BT) Biochemistry, Biodiversity & Taxonomy, Biotechnology, Botany, Genetics, Microbiology, Physiology, Zoology
704 Mathematical Sciences Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Statistics
705 Physical Sciences Atomic & Molecular Physics, Classical Dynamics, Condensed Matter Physics, Electromagnetics, Quantum Physics, Thermodynamics

Eligibility Criteria & Education Qualification

  • Master’s Degree: General/EWS candidates must have at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, PwBD, and Third Gender) in Master’s or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
  • Result Awaited Candidates: Candidates currently pursuing their Master’s degree or awaiting final year results can apply provisionally. Master’s degree completion is required within 2 years from the NET result date.
  • 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree: Candidates holding a 4-Year/ 8-Semester Bachelor’s degree require at least 75% marks (70% for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD). Four-year undergraduate qualifiers are eligible for JRF and Ph.D. admission, but not for Assistant Professor posts.

Age Limit

  • JRF: Maximum 30 years as on 1st December 2026. Age relaxation up to 5 years is granted to SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Third Gender/female candidates, ex-servicemen, and candidates with prior approved research experience.
  • Assistant Professor: No upper age limit.
  • Admission to Ph.D. Only: No upper age limit.

How to Apply For CSIR UGC NET Online Form 2026

  1. Visit the official portal https://csirnet.nta.nic.in and click on “New Registration”.
  2. Register by entering personal details, mobile number, and email ID to generate a system Application Number and create a password.
  3. Fill in personal credentials, select the opted subject, category, and select 4 preferred examination cities in priority order.
  4. Capture a live photograph using a webcam or mobile QR scanner. Upload scanned images of passport photo (10–200 kb JPG), signature (10–50 kb JPG), and category/disability certificates (50–300 kb PDF)
  5. Pay the required examination fee online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
  6. Download, save, and print a copy of the final Confirmation Page for future reference.
Candidates Are Advised to Check the Official Details Carefully Before Applying Online.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 exam?

It is a national-level entrance test conducted by NTA to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor posts, and Ph.D. admissions in science subjects across Indian universities.

What is the age limit for JRF in CSIR NET December 2026?

The upper age limit for JRF is 30 years as of December 2026. A 5-year relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, Third Gender, and female applicants.

What is the exam format and duration?

The exam is an online Computer Based Test (CBT) lasting 3 hours (180 minutes) with objective multiple-choice questions.

Can students awaiting their final Master's results apply?

Yes, candidates in their final year of Master's degree can apply under the 'Result Awaited' category

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