The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a notification for the CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination. Eligible candidates holding a Master’s Degree can apply online from 07 October 2026 to 05 November 2026. This examination is conducted for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS)/Assistant Professorship in various science subjects. Candidates are advised to review the complete details and official notification before applying.
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) : Maximum age limit is 30 Years as on 01.07.2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per NTA rules for reserved categories (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, and female applicants).
Lectureship (LS) / Assistant Professor : There is No Upper Age Limit for applying for Lectureship (LS)/Assistant Professor.
Educational Qualification : Candidates must have passed or appeared in a Master’s Degree (M.Sc./Equivalent degree/Integrated BS-MS/BS-4 years/BE/B.Tech/B.Pharma/MBBS) with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD candidates) from a recognized University or institution.
Candidates pursuing their Master’s degree (Result Awaited) are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their degree within the specified time frame and meet the minimum percentage criteria.
Selection Process
The selection for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 will be based on a single Online Examination (CBT – Computer Based Test).
The examination will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and will be held in two sessions on different days as per the schedule.
The performance in the online examination will determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS)/Assistant Professor.
Candidates who qualify for JRF will also be eligible for Lectureship/Assistant Professor, subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria for the same.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who wish to apply for NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 can submit their application online before 05 November 2026.
Use the Click Here link provided below under Important Links section to apply directly.
Alternatively, visit the official website of National Testing Agency (NTA) to complete the application process online.
Before filling the application form, candidates must ensure they have all necessary documents, a scanned passport-size photograph, and signature as per specifications.
Make sure to complete the application process including fee payment before the deadline.
Note – Candidates are requested to carefully read the Official Notification before filling the form. Check Last Date, Age Limit & Education Qualification.
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2026 : Exam Pattern & Subjects
The exam is conducted for five subjects under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) stream:
Chemical Sciences
Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
Life Sciences
Mathematical Sciences
Physical Sciences
The examination consists of a single paper having Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) divided into three parts:
Part ‘A’ : General Aptitude with logical reasoning, graphical analysis, analytical and numerical ability, quantitative comparison, series formation, puzzles etc. (20 questions, attempt 15, 30 marks)
Part ‘B’ : Subject-specific conventional Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) covering topics from the syllabus. (20-35 questions, 2 marks each)
Part ‘C’ : Higher-value questions that may be analytical in nature, testing scientific concepts and/or application of scientific principles. (20-30 questions, 3.5-5 marks each)
Negative Marking : There is negative marking for incorrect answers. The exact percentage varies for each part and subject, as detailed in the information bulletin.
The online application for this recruitment has started on 07 October 2026.
The last date for online application is 05 November 2026.
The application fee is ₹1150/- for General, ₹600/- for OBC/EWS/NCL, and ₹325/- for SC/ST candidates. Late fees apply.
The maximum age limit for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) is 30 Years. There is no upper age limit for Lectureship (LS)/Assistant Professor.
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree (M.Sc./Equivalent) with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) or be in the final year of their qualifying degree.
The official website for NTA CSIR UGC NET is https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/.
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