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CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Online Application Form Released
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Important DatesApplication Fee
  • Notification Released : 22 May 2026
  • Online Application Start : 23 May 2026
  • Online Application Last Date : 23 June 2026
  • Last Date for Fee Payment : 24 June 2026
  • Application Correction : 26-28 June 2026
  • Exam City Intimation : July 2026
  • Admit Card : 5-7 days before exam
  • Exam Date : 13-14 July 2026 (Tentative)
  • General / Gen-EWS : Rs.1150/-
  • OBC-NCL (Non Creamy Layer) : Rs.600/-
  • SC / ST / Third Gender / PwD : Rs.325/-
  • Payment Mode : Online (UPI, Card, Net Banking)
Age Limit
  • For JRF : Maximum 28 Years as on 01 July 2026
  • For Lectureship (LS) : No Upper Age Limit
  • Age Relaxation : OBC-NCL +3 Years, SC/ST +5 Years, PwD +5 Years
  • For female candidates: +5 Years relaxation for JRF
Total PostEligibility
Various
  • M.Sc. or equivalent degree / BS-MS / BS-4 year / BE / B.Tech / B.Pharm / MBBS
  • Integrated BS-MS / BS-4 year / B.Tech students in 4th year can also apply
  • B.Sc. (Hons) or equivalent degree holders / students in 3rd year can also apply
  • Minimum 55% marks for General / OBC (50% for SC/ST/PwD)
  • Candidates pursuing M.Sc. and in first year can also apply
Selection Process
  • Single Computer Based Test (CBT) - 3 Hours
  • Three Parts: Part A (General Aptitude), Part B, Part C (Subject)
  • Qualifying for JRF and/or Lectureship
  • No Interview - based on CBT marks only
  • Validity of JRF: 2 years from result date
Exam Pattern / Other Details
  • Mode : Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Total Questions : 150 (varies by subject)
  • Total Marks : 200
  • Duration : 3 Hours (180 Minutes)
  • Marking : +2 for correct (varies by subject)
  • Negative Marking : Yes, varies by subject (25% or 33%)
  • Subjects : Chemical Science, Earth Science, Life Science, Mathematical Science, Physical Science
Important Links
Download CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Notification PDFClick Here
Apply Online for CSIR UGC NET June 2026Click Here
CSIR NET Official WebsiteClick Here
NTA Official WebsiteClick Here
CSIR HRDG Official Website (for JRF info)Click Here
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NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Online Application Form Released

National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the online application form for the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) June 2026 session on 23 May 2026. Eligible candidates who wish to appear for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET examination for award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and eligibility for Lectureship in Indian universities and colleges can now apply online through the official website csirnet.nta.ac.in. The last date to apply is 23 June 2026.

The CSIR UGC NET June 2026 examination is conducted twice a year by NTA on behalf of CSIR. The examination is for award of JRF and determination of eligibility for Lectureship in Science subjects including Chemical Science, Earth Science, Life Science, Mathematical Science, and Physical Science. The exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across various centres in India. The June 2026 session exam is tentatively scheduled for 13-14 July 2026.

To be eligible for CSIR UGC NET, candidates must have an M.Sc. or equivalent degree / BS-MS / BS-4 year / BE / B.Tech / B.Pharm / MBBS with minimum 55% marks for General/OBC (50% for SC/ST/PwD). Candidates pursuing M.Sc. in first year can also apply. For JRF, the maximum age limit is 28 years as on 01 July 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories and female candidates. For Lectureship, there is no upper age limit. The application fee is Rs.1150 for General, Rs.600 for OBC-NCL, and Rs.325 for SC/ST/PwD categories.

Sarkari Notice 247 advises all eligible candidates to apply early to avoid last-minute rush. The application correction window will be open from 26 to 28 June 2026, during which candidates can correct any mistakes in their application form. The exam will have 150 questions of 200 marks in a single 3-hour session, with negative marking varying by subject. Candidates who qualify for JRF will be eligible for a fellowship of Rs.37000 per month (initially) plus contingency grant, for a period of 2 years (extendable to 5 years as per rules).

How to Apply Online for CSIR UGC NET June 2026

  • Visit the official CSIR NET website at csirnet.nta.ac.in
  • Click on "Application Form for CSIR UGC NET June 2026"
  • Register with your email ID and mobile number
  • Fill in the application form with personal and educational details
  • Upload scanned photograph, signature, and category certificate (if applicable)
  • Pay the application fee through online mode (UPI, Card, Net Banking)
  • Download and save the confirmation page for future reference

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. When was CSIR UGC NET June 2026 online form released?
NTA released the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 online application form on 23 May 2026 at csirnet.nta.ac.in.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CSIR UGC NET June 2026?
The last date to apply online is 23 June 2026, and the last date for fee payment is 24 June 2026.
Q3. What is the eligibility for CSIR UGC NET?
M.Sc. or equivalent degree / BS-MS / BE / B.Tech / B.Pharm / MBBS with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD).
Q4. What is the age limit for CSIR UGC NET JRF?
Maximum age limit for JRF is 28 years as on 01 July 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories and female candidates.
Q5. What is the application fee for CSIR UGC NET?
General/EWS: Rs.1150, OBC-NCL: Rs.600, SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: Rs.325. Pay online via UPI, Card, or Net Banking.
Q6. When will CSIR UGC NET June 2026 exam be conducted?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for 13-14 July 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across various centres.