Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Examination
Short Information: The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research has released the notification for the NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination. Eligible candidates can apply online until 05/11/2026. The exam is scheduled for December 2026, and applicants are advised to read the official notification before applying.
About this Notification
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has announced the NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination. This national-level exam is conducted to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor positions across various scientific disciplines, including Chemical, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, Planetary, Life, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences. A total of 7150 vacancies have been notified for this cycle.
Candidates holding an M.Sc or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH) are eligible to apply. Integrated course students and those with B.E, B.Tech, B.Pharma, or MBBS degrees may also qualify. The maximum age limit for JRF is 30 years, while there is no age limit for Lectureship/Assistant Professor roles. Interested applicants must register and submit their applications through the official NTA portal by 05/11/2026. The examination is scheduled to be held on 19, 22, and 27 December 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to review the official notification thoroughly before proceeding with the online application process.
Important Dates
- Apply Online Start Date
- Apply Online Last Date
- Last Date Pay Fees
- Last Date Pay with Late Fees
- Correction Date
- Exam Date
Application Fee
- GeneralRs. 1150
- OBC / EWSRs. 600
- SC / ST / PHRs. 325
Age Limit
- JRFMax 30
- Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor—
For Age Relaxation, kindly read the official notification.
Total Posts
7,150
Posts
Eligibility Criteria
M.Sc / Equivalent Degree with 55% Marks for General / OBC Candidates. For SC / ST and PH Candidates : 50% Marks. Integrated Course and B.E/ B.Tech / B.Pharma and MBBS Candidates Are Also Eligible.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NTA CSIR UGC NET website.
- Click on the 'Apply Online' link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Login with your credentials to fill the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents like photo and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Links | Download Notification PDF|Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the NTA CSIR UGC NET 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 05/11/2026.
How many vacancies are available for this examination?
There are 7150 posts available for the NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination.
What is the application fee for the exam?
The fee is Rs. 1150 for General, Rs. 600 for OBC/EWS, and Rs. 325 for SC/ST/PH candidates.
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