NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Apply Online Form for JRF & Assistant Professor

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Overview

If you have a Master's degree in science or a B.Tech/MBBS equivalent and are looking for a prestigious central government research fellowship or an Assistant Professor eligibility, the NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 is worth your full attention. The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), has released the official notification for the June 2026 session. Applications are open at csirnet.nta.ac.in from 27 May 2026 to 19 June 2026. The examination spans five major scientific disciplines. The minimum qualification required is M.Sc or equivalent with 55% marks. The application fee is ₹1,150 for General candidates, while SC, ST, and PwD candidates pay a reduced fee of ₹325.

Unlike traditional recruitments with fixed vacancies, the CSIR UGC NET does not pre-announce a fixed post count. Instead, the top-performing percentiles of the lakhs of appearing candidates are awarded the JRF and LS (Lectureship) certificates, maintaining a highly competitive ratio year over year.

Source: Official CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Information Bulletin, NTA, 27 May 2026.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule

Candidates must adhere strictly to the schedule below to ensure their application and fee are processed in time:

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Subject Details

The CSIR UGC NET is conducted strictly for science stream subjects. Candidates must hold a relevant degree in one of the following five core disciplines:

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Application Fee

The application fee varies by reservation category and must be paid online. NTA does not accept offline fee submissions.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit for NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026

Age limits are calculated as of the specific cut-off date mentioned in the official NTA Information Bulletin.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must ensure they meet the rigorous academic standards set by CSIR before applying:

• M.Sc. or equivalent degree, Integrated BS-MS, BS-4 years, B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharma, or MBBS.
• General / EWS / OBC Candidates: Must have secured at least 55% marks in their qualifying degree.
• SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Must have secured at least 50% marks in their qualifying degree.
• Candidates enrolled in an M.Sc program or completing their 10+2+3 qualifying examination under the "Result Awaited" (RA) category are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their degree within two years of the NET result declaration.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary

Candidates who qualify for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) are awarded a stipend of ₹37,000 per month for the initial two years of their research. Contingency grants are also provided to the institution. Upon successful evaluation by an expert committee at the end of two years, the fellowship is upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) with an enhanced stipend of ₹42,000 per month.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Selection Process

The evaluation framework for CSIR NET is purely objective and relies on a single-stage computer-based test:

How to Fill NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Online Form – Step by Step

The application process is exclusively online. Follow these precise steps to secure your registration:

1. Online Registration: Visit the official portal csirnet.nta.ac.in and click on the "New Registration" link for the June 2026 session.
2. Fill the Application Form: Complete the detailed application form by entering your personal details, educational qualifications, subject choice, and preferred exam cities.
3. Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-sized photograph (with 80% face visibility, without mask, on a white background) and your signature in the prescribed JPG format. PwD certificates or Result Awaited (RA) attestation forms must be uploaded in PDF format if applicable.
4. Fee Payment: Proceed to the payment gateway. Pay the examination fee (e.g., ₹1,150 for General) via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
5. Confirmation Page: After successful payment, the system will generate a Confirmation Page. Download and print this document for future reference. Do not send physical copies to the NTA office.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card – How to Download

The NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Admit Card will be released a few days before the scheduled exams on 17 and 18 July 2026. Prior to the admit card, NTA typically releases an "Exam City Intimation Slip" to help candidates plan their travel. Both documents will be downloadable from csirnet.nta.ac.in using your Application Number and Date of Birth.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern

The CSIR NET exam pattern varies slightly depending on the subject, but the general structure comprises a 200-mark paper spanning 3 hours.

• Part A (General Aptitude): Common to all subjects. It tests logical reasoning, graphical analysis, analytical and numerical ability, quantitative comparison, and series formation.
• Part B (Core Subject): Contains subject-related conventional Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) covering the basic syllabus.
• Part C (Analytical/Application): Contains higher-value questions designed to test the candidate's knowledge of scientific concepts and their application to real-world scientific problems.

Negative Marking: A negative marking scheme of 25% (or as specified per subject) applies to incorrect answers across most sections. Candidates must review the specific syllabus PDF links below for detailed marking schemes.

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF

NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions