NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination for the June 2026 session. This national-level competitive examination is conducted to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for the post of Assistant Professor, as well as for admission to Ph.D. programs in Indian universities and colleges.
The online application window is currently active, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until June 19, 2026.
NTA CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.ac.in |
Also Read:- UGC NET June 2026
Important Dates
| Event Milestone | Important Dates |
| Official Notification Released | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Application Commences | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 June 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 June 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 22 June to 23 June 2026 |
| CSIR-UGC NET Exam Dates | 17 July & 18 July 2026 |
Application Fees
Fees must be paid exclusively through the online payment gateway integrated into the NTA application portal.
| Category Group | Application Fee |
| General (UR) | ₹1,150/- |
| OBC / EWS | ₹600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD (Divyang) | ₹325/- |
| Third Gender | ₹325/- |
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum 30 Years. (Relaxation of up to 5 years is provided for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Female candidates).
- Assistant Professor & Admission to Ph.D.: No Age Limit.
Educational Qualification
| Exam Name | Subjects | Qualification | ||
| CSIR UGC NET June 2026 | Chemical Science | Master’s Degree with (Gen / EWS 55% Marks, SC / ST / OBC / PH : 50% Marks).Integrated Course / 04 Years Bachelor’s Degree Holder Candidates Are Also Eligible for CSIR UGC NET June 2026. | ||
| Atmospheric, Earth, Ocean & Planetary Science | ||||
| Life Science | ||||
| Mathematical Science | ||||
| Physical Science | ||||
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official NTA CSIR-UGC portal: csirnet.nta.ac.in.
- Click on the “Registration” link for the June 2026 session.
- Fill out the registration form to generate your Application Number.
- Login using your credentials to complete the detailed application form.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and necessary category certificates.
- Pay the required application fee via the online portal.
- Download and save the final confirmation page for your records.
Important Related Links
| Title | Dates | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration Portal | 27/05/2026 | Apply Now |
| Download Official Notification | 27/05/2026 | Download Now |
| NTA Official Website | 27/05/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs – NTA CSIR NET Exam 2026
Ans: Yes, candidates who are currently pursuing their Master’s degree or are in the final year of a 4-year Bachelor’s degree (like B.Tech) are eligible to apply under the “Result Awaited” category, provided they fulfill the percentage requirements.
Ans: No, there is no restriction on the number of attempts for the CSIR-UGC NET examination. You can appear as long as you meet the eligibility criteria for the specific fellowship or lectureship post.
Ans: No, a candidate is allowed to submit only one application form for a single subject per exam session. Multiple applications will lead to rejection.
Ans: The examination is conducted in a Computer Based Test (CBT) mode, which is an online platform.
Ans: NTA provides a specific Correction Window (scheduled for 22-23 June 2026 for this session). You can log in to the official portal during these dates to modify permissible fields.
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