CSIR NET Dec 2026 Exam Date Announced The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the CSIR NET December 2026 exam date. According to the official announcement, CSIR NET exam will be held on 20 and 21 December 2026 in CBT mode. The aspirants who are going to apply for the CSIR NET exam can read this article to know about CSIR NET exam date, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, and application process.
As NTA CSIR NET Examination Authority, NTA SEAT administers the CSIR NET exam for students that wish to avail Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship / Assistant Professor positions in the field of science-related subjects. Check all the key exam details and follow the official notification before applying.
CSIR NET December 2026: Important Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the exam | CSIR NET (Joint CSIR-UGC NET) |
| Conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Mode of exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Exam level | National |
| Medium of exam | English / Hindi |
| Official website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
CSIR NET December 2026 Exam Dates
| Event | Date |
| CSIR NET exam date | 20 - 21 December 2026 |
How to Apply for CSIR NET December 2026
The CSIR NET December 2026 Application Form will be released online after NTA opens the registration link. Candidates should read the instructions provided in the official notification carefully while filling out the application form. The expected application process is provided below:
- Go to the official CSIR NET website: csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- Find and open the CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Registration link.
- Select New Registration and enter the required basic information.
- Create your login details and use them to sign in to the application portal.
- Enter your personal details, category, educational information, subject, and preferred exam city.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the given format and size.
- Pay the application fee using the available online payment options.
- Check all the details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download the completed form and keep a copy safely for future use.
| Why CSIR NET is Essential for M.Sc & M.Tech Graduates? |
| Cracking CSIR NET after M.Sc and M.Tech You will get 37,000+ per month as JRF stipend and a Direct Ph.D. / Assistant Professor opportunity at top most Govt Research Institutes (CSIR/DRDO). |
Important Instructions for CSIR NET Application Form
Candidates are advised to consider several key points when filling out the CSIR NET December 2026 application form:
- Provide an active mobile number and email ID because NTA may send important updates through them.
- Enter your name, date of birth, category, and other details exactly as mentioned in your official documents.
- Upload the photograph and signature according to the size and format mentioned in the official notification.
- Select the CSIR NET subject and exam city carefully before submitting the form.
- Keep the required educational certificates and identity documents ready before starting the application.
- Complete the application fee payment before the last date.
- Review the complete form once before final submission.
- Save the confirmation page and application form for future reference.
