CSIR UGC NET December 2026 registration opened on October 7 at csirnet.nta.nic.in. The last date to apply is November 5, 2026, by 11:50 p.m. IST. Exam days fall on December 19, 22 and 27.
The National Testing Agency, or NTA, opened the window on October 7, 2026. NTA runs India’s national entrance exams.
One thing matters before you pay. Your subject choice locks when the window closes on November 5. The correction window does not change it.
The exam serves two bodies. These are the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and the University Grants Commission.
When does CSIR UGC NET December 2026 registration close?
The application window closes on November 5, 2026, at 11:50 p.m. IST. A late window then opens from November 6 to November 9. Late applicants pay Rs 500 on top of the normal fee.
The correction window runs from November 10 to November 12. Students can edit their form only in those three days.
What is the CSIR UGC NET December 2026 application fee?
General category candidates pay Rs 1,150 for the exam. OBC-NCL and EWS candidates pay Rs 600. SC, ST, PwD and third gender candidates pay Rs 325.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,150 |
| OBC-NCL and EWS | Rs 600 |
| SC, ST, PwD and third gender | Rs 325 |
| Late fee (extra), November 6 to 9 | Rs 500 |
PwD means persons with disabilities. The fee matches the June 2026 session. NTA did not raise it.
Bank charges apply on top of the fee.
Which subjects can you choose in CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
The exam offers five subjects. Each subject carries its own code.
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- 701: Chemical Sciences
- 702: Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
- 703: Life Sciences
- 704: Mathematical Sciences
- 705: Physical Sciences
You choose one subject while filling the form. The exam runs as a computer based test, called CBT. Each paper lasts three hours. Both English and Hindi are allowed.
How do you apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
You apply online at csirnet.nta.nic.in. Login runs through the Meri Pehchaan single sign-on.
- Register with your email and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal and education details.
- Choose one subject and select your exam cities.
- Upload your photo, signature and category certificate.
- Pay the fee by card, net banking or UPI.
- Download the confirmation page.
Keep an Aadhaar or other photo identity card ready.
Who can apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
There is no age limit for the exam. Candidates of any age may apply. The exam leads to three results.
- Junior Research Fellowship with Assistant Professor eligibility
- Assistant Professor eligibility with PhD admission
- PhD admission only
JRF means Junior Research Fellowship. Marks and degree rules sit in the information bulletin.
Form bharne ke baad subject change ho sakta hai kya?
No. You cannot change your subject after the window shuts on November 5. The correction window from November 10 to 12 lets you fix some fields.
It does not reopen the subject choice. Pick your subject with care before you pay.
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Last verified: October 8, 2026
Disclaimer: Dates, fees, cutoffs and eligibility can change without notice. Check with the National Testing Agency before you act.
