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National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the information bulletin for Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026. The online application dates are 07/10/2026 to 05/11/2026. Eligible candidates can apply for JRF, Assistant Professor eligibility and Ph.D. admission. A separate late-fee facility is available from 06/11/2026 to 09/11/2026. Papers are scheduled for 19, 22 and 27 December 2026. Check the required marks, JRF age limit, payment charges and exam details before submitting the form.
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NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Apply Online Form
Information Bulletin: Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 07/10/2026
- Form Last Date: 05/11/2026 (11:50 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 05/11/2026 (11:50 PM)
- Form With Late Fee: 06/11/2026 to 09/11/2026 (11:50 PM)
- Late Fee Payment Last Date: 09/11/2026 (11:50 PM)
- Form Correction Date: 10/11/2026 to 12/11/2026 (11:50 PM)
- Admit Card Date: Coming soon
- Exam City Date: Coming soon
- Exam Date: 19/12/2026, 22/12/2026 and 27/12/2026
- Result Date: Coming soon
Application Fees
- General / UR: ā¹1,150/-
- EWS / OBC-NCL (Central List): ā¹600/-
- SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third Gender: ā¹325/-
- Late Fee From 06/11/2026 to 09/11/2026: ā¹500/- extra
- Payment Mode: Debit / Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI using SBI / Canara Bank payment gateways.
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/12/2026
- JRF: Maximum 30 years
- Assistant Professor / Ph.D. Admission Only: No upper age limit
- Eligible JRF applicants can get up to 5 years relaxation. Combined relaxation is limited to 5 years.
Max Age With Relaxation
| JRF Category / Basis | Maximum Age After Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third Gender / Women | Up to 35 years |
| Research experience | Up to 35 years, based on eligible experience; postgraduate study period excluded |
| Armed Forces personnel | Up to 35 years, based on service period |
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Exam Information
Exam Type: Eligibility Test
| Exam Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 |
| Conducting body | NTA under the Ministry of Education, entrusted by CSIR |
| Exam purpose | Eligibility for JRF, Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission |
| Fixed posts | This is an eligibility exam, not direct recruitment. No category-wise vacancy count is published. The Results Committee decides qualifying candidates and fellowships. |
Eligibility Details
- A recognized Masterās degree or equivalent in the relevant subject is required. General / EWS: 55% marks. OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third Gender: 50% marks
- OR, 4-year Bachelorās degree: 75% aggregate marks or equivalent grade in an 8-semester course. SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / EWS get 5% relaxation.
- The 4-year degree route is accepted for JRF and Ph.D., but not for Assistant Professor eligibility.
- Masterās final-year and result-awaited candidates may apply. After the NET result, complete the degree within 2 years for JRF / Assistant Professor, or 1 year for Ph.D.-only Category-3.
- Ph.D. holders with a Masterās degree completed before 19/09/1991 can use the relaxed requirement of 50% instead of 55%.
Subjects and Subject Codes
| Code | Science Subject | Fields Included |
|---|---|---|
| 701 | Chemical Sciences | Analytical, Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry |
| 702 | Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences | Geology, Geophysics, Meteorology, Oceanography and Physical Geography |
| 703 | Life Sciences and Bio-Technology (LS-BT) | Biochemistry, Biodiversity, Biotechnology, Botany, Genetics, Microbiology, Physiology and Zoology |
| 704 | Mathematical Sciences | Pure and Applied Mathematics, Statistics |
| 705 | Physical Sciences | Atomic and Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter, Electronics, Nuclear and Quantum Physics |
Important Links
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NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Qualification Categories
| NET Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 1 | JRF, Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission |
| 2 | Assistant Professor and Ph.D. admission |
| 3 | Ph.D. admission only |
Paper Format
| Paper Detail | Exam Rule |
|---|---|
| Exam type | CBT with objective MCQs |
| Medium | Hindi and English |
| Time | 180 minutes |
| Total marks | 200 per subject |
| Morning shift | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Afternoon shift | 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
Chemical Sciences (701)
| Section | Questions Given | Questions To Attempt | Correct Answer Marks | Wrong Answer Deduction | Section Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 20 | 15 | 2 | 0.5 | 30 |
| Part B | 40 | 35 | 2 | 0.5 | 70 |
| Part C | 60 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 100 |
Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences (702)
| Section | Questions Given | Questions To Attempt | Correct Answer Marks | Wrong Answer Deduction | Section Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 20 | 15 | 2 | 0.5 | 30 |
| Part B | 50 | 35 | 2 | 0.5 | 70 |
| Part C | 80 | 25 | 4 | 1.32 | 100 |
Life Sciences and Bio-Technology (703)
| Section | Questions Given | Questions To Attempt | Correct Answer Marks | Wrong Answer Deduction | Section Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 20 | 15 | 2 | 0.5 | 30 |
| Part B | 50 | 35 | 2 | 0.5 | 70 |
| Part C | 75 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 100 |
Mathematical Sciences (704)
| Section | Questions Given | Questions To Attempt | Correct Answer Marks | Wrong Answer Deduction | Section Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 20 | 15 | 2 | 0.5 | 30 |
| Part B | 40 | 25 | 3 | 0.75 | 75 |
| Part C | 60 | 20 | 4.75 | Nil; multiple correct options | 95 |
Physical Sciences (705)
| Section | Questions Given | Questions To Attempt | Correct Answer Marks | Wrong Answer Deduction | Section Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | 20 | 15 | 2 | 0.5 | 30 |
| Part B | 25 | 20 | 3.5 | 0.875 | 70 |
| Part C | 30 | 20 | 5 | 1.25 | 100 |
Minimum Benchmark
| Category | Minimum Combined Marks |
|---|---|
| General / General-EWS / OBC | 33% |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD | 25% |
Marks from Parts A, B and C are added together for the minimum benchmark. Individual parts have no separate cut-off.
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026: FAQs
When does NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 registration close?
Registration without a late fee ends on 05/11/2026 at 11:50 PM. The normal fee transaction must also be completed by this deadline. A separate submission period with an extra ā¹500 charge is available from 06/11/2026 to 09/11/2026, ending at 11:50 PM.
Which dates are fixed for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
The examination will be held on 19, 22 and 27 December 2026. It will be a computer-based paper with Hindi and English questions. Candidates get 3 hours to complete their paper. Exam City slips and admit cards will be announced later.
What marks are needed for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
Masterās degree applicants from General and EWS categories need at least 55% marks. The requirement is 50% for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, PwBD and Third Gender candidates. The degree must be in the relevant subject from a recognized university, and marks cannot be rounded off.
Is a 4-year degree accepted for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
Applicants with a 4-year Bachelorās degree need 75% aggregate marks or an equivalent grade. SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD and EWS applicants receive 5% marks relaxation. This qualification can be used for JRF and Ph.D. admission. It does not provide Assistant Professor eligibility.
What are the age rules for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
Applicants seeking JRF must be within 30 years of age on 01/12/2026. Relaxation is available to eligible groups and may raise the upper age to 35 years. The total relaxation is capped at 5 years. No upper age restriction applies to Assistant Professor or Ph.D.-only applicants.
How much is the fee for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
General / UR applicants pay ā¹1,150. General-EWS and Central List OBC-NCL applicants pay ā¹600. The fee for SC, ST, PwD, PwBD and Third Gender applicants is ā¹325. Online payment is available through cards, Net Banking and UPI on the stated bank gateways.
Is there a correction period for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
Yes. Application particulars can be corrected from 10/11/2026 to 12/11/2026, until 11:50 PM. Applicants should review their submitted details during this period and make the allowed changes. Registration and fee-payment deadlines remain separate from the dates provided for corrections.
How many subjects are in NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
There are 5 subjects: Chemical Sciences; Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences; Life Sciences and Bio-Technology; Mathematical Sciences; and Physical Sciences. Each subject paper has Parts A, B and C. Question counts, attempt limits, marks and negative marking differ by subject.
