Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026: Apply Online, Last Date, Exam Date, Correction Window & Official Notification
Eligibility Examination Notice (Not a Job Vacancy Drive)
Important Note for Candidates: The Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 notice published by the National Testing Agency (NTA) is an eligibility examination notice, not a direct job recruitment/vacancy advertisement. CSIR-UGC NET determines candidate eligibility for:
1. Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) & Appointment as Assistant Professor
2. Appointment as Assistant Professor & Admission to Ph.D.
3. Admission to Ph.D. Only in Indian universities and colleges.
Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 — Quick Facts
Editorial Insight: What Changed in the Latest Official Notice?
Date Discrepancy Clarification: Earlier NTA annual examination calendar coverage published in September had listed 20–21 December 2026 as tentative dates. However, the official NTA Public Notice dated 07.10.2026 specifically specifies the examination dates as 19, 22 and 27 December 2026. Candidates should follow the exact subject-wise shift schedule issued in the official NTA admit card.
1. CSIR NET December 2026 Application Schedule
According to the official NTA Public Notice dated 07.10.2026, the online submission of application forms and transaction timeline is as follows:
| Examination Activity | Official Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Online Submission of Application Form | 07 October 2026 to 05 November 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Successful Fee Transaction (Normal) | 05 November 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Late Submission of Online Application Form (With ₹500 Late Fee) | 06 November 2026 to 09 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment with Late Fee | 09 November 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window in Particulars of Application Form | 10 November 2026 to 12 November 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Announcement of Exam City Intimation Slips | To be announced later by NTA |
| Downloading of Admit Cards from NTA Portal | To be announced later by NTA |
| Dates of Examination | 19, 22 and 27 December 2026 |
| Duration of Examination | 180 minutes (03:00 Hours) |
| Display of Answer Keys & Recorded Responses | To be intimated later on website |
| Declaration of Result | To be intimated later on website |
2. Examination Duration & Shift Timing
The Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across two daily shifts:
| Shift | Timing | Total Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 (Morning) | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 180 Minutes (3 Hours) |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon) | 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM | 180 Minutes (3 Hours) |
3. Subject-Wise Examination Coverage
The Joint CSIR-UGC NET exam is held strictly for candidates specializing in Science & Technology subjects. The official public notice covers the following five science disciplines:
4. Award Categories & Purpose
Passing the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination grants eligibility under three distinct academic categories:
- Category 1: Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Appointment as Assistant Professor.
- Category 2: Appointment as Assistant Professor and Admission to Ph.D.
- Category 3: Admission to Ph.D. Only in Indian universities, colleges, and research institutions.
5. How to Fill CSIR NET December 2026 Online Application Form
- Visit the official portal of Joint CSIR-UGC NET at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the link "Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Registration" on the homepage.
- Complete the initial registration with your basic details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Father's Name) to generate your Application Number and Password.
- Log in using your Application Number and Password to complete the personal, educational, and subject preference details.
- Upload scanned images of your photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable) as per NTA specifications.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online via Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI before 05 November 2026 (11:50 PM). If submitting between 06–09 Nov, pay the ₹500 late fee.
- Submit the application form and print out a copy of the Confirmation Page for your records.
6. Official Public Notice Scan Verification
Below is the verified official Public Notice issued by the Director (Exams), National Testing Agency (NTA), dated 07.10.2026:
