CSIR UGC NET December 2026 notification was officially released by NTA on October 7, 2026, and the application process started on October 7, 2026. Candidates can submit their applications through the official portal. The standard deadline to submit the application form and fee is November 5, 2026. However, NTA has provided a late registration window from November 6 to November 9, 2026, which requires an additional ₹500 late fee. Following registration, CSIR UGC NET December 2026 online application correction facility will be available from November 10 to November 12, 2026, ahead of the CBT exam scheduled for December 19, 22, and 27, 2026.

| CSIR NET Dec Application Form 2026 Link (New Registration) | Direct Link |
| CSIR NET Dec Application Form 2026 Link (Already Registered Candidate) | Direct Link |
CSIR NET December 2026 application dates have been announced by NTA. Candidates can submit the online application form by November 5, 2026. The application correction window will be open from November 10 to 12, 2026.
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Application process starts | October 7, 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee (Standard) | November 5, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Late application window (with ₹500 late fee) | November 6–9, 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment with late fee | November 9, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Application correction window | November 10–12, 2026 |
| CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Exam | December 19, 22, and 27, 2026 |
| Exam city intimation | To be announced |
| Admit card release | To be announced |
| Answer key and result | To be announced |
CSIR NET December 2026, candidates need to submit the application form online. Follow the given steps for registration:
CSIR NET December 2026 application requires the following documents and details:
CSIR NET December 2026 Candidates can pay CSIR NET December application fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card. The application fees listed in the existing fee table are as follows:
| Details | Fees (In Rupees) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,150 |
| General-EWS / OBC (NCL) | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325 |
| Late Registration Extra Fee | ₹500 |
CSIR NET December 2026 specifications for uploading documents are as follows:
| Documents | Specifications | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 10 KB – 200 KB | JPG / JPEG format (Colour/B&W, 80% face visible without mask, white background) |
| Signature | 4 KB – 30 KB | JPG / JPEG format |
| Duly verified Result Awaited Attestation Form | 50 KB – 500 KB | PDF format |
| Category Certificate | 50 KB – 300 KB | PDF format (if applicable) |
| PwD Certificate | 50 KB – 300 KB | PDF format (if applicable) |
CSIR NET December 2026 application correction window will be open from November 10 to 12, 2026. During this period, registered candidates can edit the permitted details in their application forms. Candidates should check the details carefully before submitting the corrected form.
Follow these steps to correct your CSIR NET December application:
For queries or clarifications regarding CSIR NET 2026, candidates can contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-40759000 or email their concerns to csirnet@nta.ac.in.
Ques: Can I apply for multiple subjects while filling out the online application for CSIR UGC NET 2026?
Ans. A candidate can fill out the application form in only one subject. You can choose from the subjects given in the Information Bulletin. However, filling in multiple forms will lead to the cancellation of the application form.
Ques: How can I pay the application fee?
Ans. The fee can be paid using the SBI/ICICI Bank Payment Gateway through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Keep proof of fee payment. If the confirmation page is not generated after payment, the transaction may be cancelled and the amount refunded to your account.
Ques: What happens if a mistake is found in CSIR NET December Application Form 2026?
Ans. If there is a mistake in the application form, candidates should correct it during the application correction window. Once the window closes, submitted details will be treated as final. Any discrepancy may lead to the cancellation of candidature.
Ques: Can a candidate apply for both JRF and Assistant Professorship?
Ans. Yes, eligible candidates can apply for the relevant CSIR NET qualification options, subject to the eligibility criteria specified in the official notification.
Ques: Can candidates in the final year apply for CSIR NET December 2026?
Ans. Yes, candidates who are in the final year of their qualifying degree may apply if they meet the conditions specified in the official notification. They must submit the required documents within the prescribed time.
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