NTA CSIR UGC NET December Online Form 2026

Important Dates

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS or Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.

Age Limit

• JRF: Maximum 30 years (check the information bulletin for the cut-off date).
• Lectureship / Assistant Professor: No upper age limit.
• Age relaxation as per NTA / CSIR rules for reserved categories.

Eligibility

Candidates should hold, or be appearing in, a Master's degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in the relevant science subject with at least 55% marks from a recognised university. Category-wise relaxation in minimum marks is given as per the information bulletin.

Exam Pattern

• Mode: Computer Based Test (online).
• Subjects: Chemical Sciences, Earth / Atmospheric / Ocean & Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences and Physical Sciences.
• Detailed paper structure and marking scheme are given in the information bulletin.

How to Apply

• Open the CSIR NET official portal and go to the December 2026 registration link.
• Register with your mobile number and email ID to get the application number.
• Fill in personal, academic and subject details along with exam city choices.
• Upload your photograph, signature and category certificate if applicable.
• Pay the fee online by 05 November 2026.
• Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future use.

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