NTA – Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR has released the NTA CSIR UGC NET December Recruitment 2026 notification for posts. Online applications are open from 7 Oct 2026 to 5 Nov 2026. The exam is scheduled for 19, 22, 27 December 2026.
Below you will find the important dates, application fee, age limit, post-wise vacancies, eligibility and the official links to apply. Read the official notification once before you fill in the form.
NTA CSIR UGC NET December Recruitment 2026: Overview
The main details at a glance:
| Organization | NTA – Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | NTA CSIR UGC NET Exam December 2026 |
| Total vacancies | Not specified |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application starts | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Exam date | 19, 22, 27 December 2026 |
| Age limit | Not specified |
| Application fee | ₹325 to ₹1,150 (by category) |
| Official website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Application starts | 7 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Last date to pay the fee | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Last date to pay the fee | 9 Nov 2026 |
| Form correction dates | 10 to 12 November 2026 |
| NTA CSIR December 2026 Exam Date | 19, 22, 27 December 2026 |
| Exam City Available | Before the exam |
| Admit Card Available | Before the exam |
These dates come from the official notice; check the official website for any change.

Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,150 |
| EWS / OBC | ₹600 |
| ST / SC / PH | ₹325 |
| Late Fees | ₹500 |
Payment options: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Pay the fee before the last date for payment; a form without the fee is not accepted.

Age Limit
The age limit is given in the official notification.
Vacancy Details
The number of posts is given in the official notification.

Also Read: NTA UGC NET JRF December Recruitment 2026
Eligibility Criteria
The qualification for each post is given in the official notification.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification and check that you meet the age and qualification rules.
- Click "Apply Online" below. It opens the application page on examinationservices.nic.in.
- Complete the one-time registration and log in.
- Fill in the form and upload your photo, signature and any documents the form asks for.
- Pay the application fee online (₹325 to ₹1,150, depending on your category).
- Check the preview, submit the form and keep a printout or PDF of the confirmation page. Finish before 5 Nov 2026.

Important Links
All links open the official websites.
| Apply Online | examinationservices.nic.in |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in |
| Official website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
More Updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to what candidates ask most.
1What is the last date to apply for the NTA CSIR UGC NET December recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 5 Nov 2026.
2What is the application fee?
General: ₹1,150; EWS / OBC: ₹600; ST / SC / PH: ₹325; Late Fees: ₹500.
3When is the exam?
The exam date given in the notice is 19, 22, 27 December 2026.
4How do I apply?
Apply online on examinationservices.nic.in using the Apply Online link in this post, then pay the fee and submit the form.
Conclusion
The NTA CSIR UGC NET December Recruitment 2026 has posts and the last date to apply is 5 Nov 2026. Read the official notification, keep your documents ready and apply in good time.
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Disclaimer: AICTE Internship Help Desk is an independent information website and is not connected with NTA – Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR or any government body. Dates, fees and vacancies are taken from the official notice as published; confirm them on the official website before you apply or download anything.
