CSIR UGC NET December 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination December 2026. This examination determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programs across Indian universities and colleges in five basic science subjects. The CSIR UGC NET December 2026 official advertisement Notification has been published on 07th October 2026. Candidates can fill out the online application form starting from 07th October 2026, and the last date to submit the application without a late fee is 05th November 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
This national-level examination is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across two shifts. It offers candidates opportunities to secure research fellowships or academic appointments in premier institutions. Eligible candidates are advised to verify all educational and age criteria before submitting their application online.
CSIR NET December 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Department Name | Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) / UGC |
| Post Name | JRF, Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admission |
| Advt. No. | Joint CSIR-UGC NET Dec-2026 |
| Total Vacancy | Eligibility Test |
| Notification Date | 07.10.2026 |
| Category | CSIR NET December 2026 |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 07th October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Without Late Fee) | 05th November 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Late Application Submission (with Rs. 500/- Fee) | 06th November 2026 to 09th November 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window Dates | 10th November 2026 to 12th November 2026 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Exam Dates | 19th, 22nd, and 27th December 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 1150 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs. 600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third Gender | Rs. 325 |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for CSIR NET December 2026 is 18-28 Years (for JRF; No upper age limit for Assistant Professor/Ph.D.). The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.12.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Exam Name | Qualification |
| CSIR UGC NET December 2026 | M.Sc. or Equivalent Degree / BS-MS / BS 4 Years / B.E. / B.Tech / B.Pharma / MBBS |
CSIR NET December 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for CSIR NET December 2026 includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) Written Examination
- Document Verification & Final Merit List Formulation
How to Apply for CSIR NET December 2026
Follow these steps to apply for CSIR NET December 2026:
- Visit the official portal at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the “Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Online Application” link.
- Complete the basic registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the online application form with personal, qualification, and subject details.
- Upload required scanned documents including photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit the application form and print a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
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