Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination December 2026 (CSIR NET December 2026) for determining the eligibility of Indian nationals for:
- Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and appointment as Assistant Professor
- Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to PhD.
- Admission to PhD only
The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Important Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Agency | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Examination | Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 |
| Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Examination Dates | 19, 22 and 27 December 2026 |
| Duration | 180 minutes (03:00 hours) |
| Medium | English and Hindi |
| Website | https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/ |
Subjects
The Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination will be conducted for the following subjects:
- Chemical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
- Life Sciences and Bio-Technology
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
Application Schedule
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Submission of Application Form | 07 October 2026 to 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Successful Fee Transaction | 05 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Late Submission of Online Application Form | 06 November 2026 to 09 November 2026 |
| Late Fee | ₹500 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment with Late Fee | 09 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Correction in Application Form | 10 November 2026 to 12 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Examination City Announcement | To be announced later |
| Admit Card | To be announced later |
| Recorded Response & Provisional Answer Key | Will be intimated later |
| Result | Will be intimated later |
Examination Schedule
The examination will be conducted on: 19th, 22nd and 27th December 2026
Examination Shifts
| Shift | Timing |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Shift 2 | 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
Duration: 180 minutes (03 hours)
How to Apply?
Candidates who wish to submit the CSIR NET December 2026 application form should:
- Visit the official NTA CSIR-UGC NET website.
- Go through the Information Bulletin containing details regarding eligibility criteria, question paper pattern, course code, examination fee and application procedure.
- Complete the online application form between 07 October 2026 and 05 November 2026.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment modes.
- Candidates submitting applications during the late application period can pay the ₹500 late fee up to 09 November 2026, 11:50 PM.
Payment Modes
The applicable fee can be paid through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Important Information
Candidates are advised to keep visiting the NTA website for the latest updates regarding the examination.
For detailed information about eligibility criteria, examination pattern, course code, examination fee and application procedure, candidates should refer to the Information Bulletin hosted on the NTA CSIR-UGC NET website.
Official Websites
- NTA: https://nta.ac.in/
- CSIR-UGC NET: https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/
Contact Details
For clarifications related to Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026, candidates can contact NTA at:
- Phone: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
- Email: [email protected]
CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION / APPLY ONLINE
The Joint CSIR UGC-NET December 2026 examination presents a significant opportunity for candidates aspiring to pursue research and academic careers in India. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to secure their chance for this prestigious examination. For CSIR NET December 2026, use the official portal and notification links above for application-related updates.
