NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Online Form — Apply by 05 November 2026
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Job Summary:
• Organization: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Post: CSIR UGC NET — Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor
• Apply: 07 October — 05 November 2026
• Where: All India
• Official Website: csirnet.nta.nic.in
If you hold a postgraduate degree in science and want to pursue a career in research or teaching, this is a great opportunity. NTA has released the CSIR UGC NET December 2026 online application form. Use our Age Calculator Tool to check your age eligibility quickly.
Key Dates — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Form Starts | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date with Late Fee | 09 November 2026 |
| Form Correction Window | 10–12 November 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 19, 22 & 27 December 2026 |
Application Fees — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 1,150 |
| EWS / OBC | 600 |
| ST / SC / PH | 325 |
| Late Fee (if applicable) | 500 |
Pay the fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI only.
Age Limit — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
| Position | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | 30 Years |
| Assistant Professor (Lectureship) | No Age Limit |
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Vacancy Details & Eligibility — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
| Subject | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Science | M.Sc / Equivalent with 55% (General/OBC), 50% (SC/ST/PH). Integrated Course, B.E/B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS also eligible. |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Science | M.Sc / Equivalent with 55% (General/OBC), 50% (SC/ST/PH). Integrated Course, B.E/B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS also eligible. |
| Life Science | M.Sc / Equivalent with 55% (General/OBC), 50% (SC/ST/PH). Integrated Course, B.E/B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS also eligible. |
| Mathematical Science | M.Sc / Equivalent with 55% (General/OBC), 50% (SC/ST/PH). Integrated Course, B.E/B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS also eligible. |
| Physical Science | M.Sc / Equivalent with 55% (General/OBC), 50% (SC/ST/PH). Integrated Course, B.E/B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS also eligible. |
Before applying, use our Signature Resizer Tool to prepare your photo and signature as per NTA requirements.
Selection Process — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
The exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates who clear the cut-off will be awarded Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and/or eligibility for Assistant Professor. The detailed exam pattern and syllabus are available in the official notification.
How to Apply — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
- Visit the official website: csirnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the Apply Online link for CSIR UGC NET December 2026
- Read the information brochure carefully before filling the form
- Prepare scanned documents — photo, signature, thumb impression, ID proof, and address details
- Fill in all required fields in the application form
- Upload scanned documents as per size specifications
- Pay the application fee online through card, net banking, or UPI
- Preview the form carefully before final submission
- Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference
Important Links — NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026
• Apply Online: Click Here
• Official Notification: Download PDF
• Official Website: csirnet.nta.nic.in