CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Notification: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination. The notification has been issued to determine eligibility for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) & Assistant Professor, appointment as Assistant Professor & admission to Ph.D., and admission to Ph.D. only in Indian universities and colleges. Officially released on 07.10.2026, the online registration process has started on the same day, and candidates can submit their online applications until 05.11.2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.).
This national-level entrance exam is conducted across five main S&T disciplines: Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Securing a qualifying rank opens doors to prestigious research laboratories, universities, and Higher Educational Institutions across India. Before proceeding with your application, make sure to read the complete eligibility criteria, age limits, and subject details outlined below.
CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Notification Overview
| Recruitment Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Department Name | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Post Name | JRF, Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. Admission |
| Advt. No. | Joint CSIR-UGC NET December-2026 |
| Total Vacancy | Not Applicable / Varies Post Wise |
| Pay Scale | JRF Stipend: Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA; SRF Stipend: Rs. 42,000/- per month + HRA |
| Notification Date | 07.10.2026 |
| Category | CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Notification |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 07.10.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05.11.2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Late Submission Window (with Late Fee of Rs. 500/-) | 06.11.2026 to 09.11.2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 10.11.2026 to 12.11.2026 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Date of Computer Based Test (CBT) | 19th, 22nd, and 27th December 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen | Rs. 1,150/- |
| EWS / OBC | Rs. 600/- |
| SC / ST / PWD / Third Gender | Rs. 325/- |
| Late Submission Fee (All Categories) | Rs. 500/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for CSIR UGC NET December 2026 is Upper limit 30 Years for JRF as on 01.12.2026. There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professor and Admission to Ph.D. only. 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.
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Master’s Degree (M.Sc./ Equivalent) with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ ST/ OBC-NCL/ PwD/ Third Gender) OR 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 75% marks |
| Assistant Professor | Master’s Degree (M.Sc./ Equivalent) with minimum 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) |
| Ph.D. Admission Only | Master’s Degree (M.Sc./ Equivalent) with minimum 55% marks OR 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree with 75% marks |
Exam Scheme and Subject List
The examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode for 180 minutes (3 hours). The question paper is bilingual (Hindi and English) and divided into three parts: Part A (General Aptitude), Part B (Subject-related MCQs), and Part C (Higher-order analytical questions).
- Chemical Sciences (Code 701)
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences (Code 702)
- Life Sciences and Bio-Technology (Code 703)
- Mathematical Sciences (Code 704)
- Physical Sciences (Code 705)
CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for CSIR UGC NET December 2026 includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) Written Examination
- Declaration of Percentile Score and Merit List compilation by NTA
- Certificate Issuance & Verification for JRF / Assistant Professor / Ph.D. Admissions
How to Apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2026
Follow these steps to apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2026
- Go to the official NTA CSIR-NET portal at
csirnet.nta.nic.in. - Register using the MeriPehchaan / DigiLocker Single Sign-On service or enter personal details with your own email ID and mobile number.
- Complete the online application form with personal, educational, and exam city preferences (select 4 cities).
- Upload live photograph, scanned passport photograph, signature, and category/disability certificates as applicable.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Submit the form and download/print the generated Confirmation Page for future reference.
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| CSIR NET December 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| CSIR NET December 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| CSIR NET December 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| NTA Official Website | CSIR NET |