The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened registration for the Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026 exam at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
Important dates
- Last date to apply and pay fee: 5 November 2026
- Late application (with extra Rs 500): 6-9 November 2026
- Correction window: 10-12 November 2026
- Exam (computer-based): 19, 22 and 27 December 2026
Application fee
- General: Rs 1,150
- General-EWS / OBC-NCL: Rs 600
- SC / ST / PwD and Third Gender: Rs 325
The exam is three hours long and is offered in English and Hindi. NTA will announce the exam city slip and admit card later.
Tips for applicants
- Read the official information bulletin for eligibility before you apply.
- Apply early to avoid the late fee and last-minute server load.
- Check every detail before final submission. Only limited fields can be changed in the correction window.
Also on the NTA calendar: UGC NET December cycle (14-19 December 2026) and JEE Main 2027 Session 1 (20-24 and 28 January (revised) 2027).
Sources: Organiser; Free Press Journal; NTA exam calendar 2026-27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
5 November 2026, with late applications on 6-9 November at Rs 500 extra.
What is the CSIR UGC NET application fee?
General Rs 1,150; General-EWS/OBC-NCL Rs 600; SC/ST/PwD and Third Gender Rs 325.
