Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a Public Notice dated 27 May 2026 inviting online applications for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Examination June 2026.
As per the official notice, the Joint CSIR-UGC NET is a test to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to Ph.D. (and "admission to Ph.D. only") in Indian universities and colleges. The examination is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
The examination will be held on 17 and 18 July 2026 across the following five subject papers:
- Chemical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
Exam Highlights
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Examination | Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 |
| Public Notice Date | 27 May 2026 |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Medium of Paper | English and Hindi |
| Date of Examination | 17 and 18 July 2026 |
| Duration | 180 minutes (03:00 hours) |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Official Schedule |
|---|---|
| Start of online submission of application | 27 May 2026 |
| Last date for online submission of application | 19 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Last date for successful transaction of fee | 20 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction in particulars of application form | 22 June 2026 to 23 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Announcement of the City of Examination | To be intimated later on the website |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | To be intimated later on the website |
| Date of Examination | 17 and 18 July 2026 |
| Display of recorded response & provisional answer key | To be intimated later on the website |
| Declaration of Result | To be intimated later on the website |
Eligibility
As per the official Public Notice, the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 is open to Indian nationals and is conducted to determine eligibility for:
- Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Appointment as Assistant Professor
- Admission to Ph.D. / "admission to Ph.D. only" in Indian universities and colleges
The Public Notice does not list the detailed educational qualification, percentage of marks or age limit. The notice states that information about the Eligibility Criteria, Pattern of Question Paper, Course Code and exam fee is contained in the Information Bulletin hosted on the NTA website. Candidates are advised to read the Information Bulletin carefully on csirnet.nta.nic.in before applying.
Application Fee
The official Public Notice does not mention the category-wise application fee amount. As per the notice, the prescribed fee must be paid online and the last date for successful transaction of the fee is 20 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
| Particular | Detail (as per the notice) |
|---|---|
| Mode of fee payment | Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI |
| Last date for fee payment | 20 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Category-wise fee amount | Refer to the Information Bulletin on csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Exam Pattern
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Medium of Paper | English and Hindi |
| Duration | 180 minutes (03:00 hours) |
| Shift 1 Timing | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Shift 2 Timing | 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM |
| Subject Papers | Chemical Sciences; Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences; Life Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; Physical Sciences |
The notice states that the detailed Pattern of the Question Paper is contained in the Information Bulletin hosted on the NTA website.
How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal: Apply Online for CSIR UGC NET June 2026.
- Read the Information Bulletin hosted on csirnet.nta.nic.in carefully before filling the form.
- Register and fill in the online application form for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026.
- Upload the documents and photographs as specified in the Information Bulletin.
- Pay the prescribed fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI on or before 20 June 2026 (11:50 PM).
- Submit the application form on or before 19 June 2026 (11:50 PM) and save the confirmation page.
- Use the correction window (22–23 June 2026) only if any particulars in the form need to be edited.
Important Links
| Resource | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Open the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Application Portal |
| Official Notification (Public Notice PDF) | Download the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Notice |
| CSIR NET Official Website | Visit csirnet.nta.nic.in |
| NTA Official Website | Visit nta.ac.in |
Helpdesk
For any queries or clarifications, candidates may contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 or write to csirnet@nta.ac.in, as mentioned in the official notice.
FAQ
When will the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 examination be held?
As per the official notice, the examination will be held on 17 and 18 July 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
What is the last date to apply for CSIR UGC NET June 2026?
The last date for online submission of the application form is 19 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM), and the last date for successful fee payment is 20 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
What is the medium and duration of the examination?
The paper is available in English and Hindi, and the duration is 180 minutes (03:00 hours).
Which subjects are covered in CSIR UGC NET June 2026?
The five subject papers are Chemical Sciences; Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences; Life Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; and Physical Sciences.
Where can I find the eligibility criteria and application fee?
The detailed eligibility criteria, exam pattern, course code and application fee are published in the Information Bulletin on the NTA website csirnet.nta.nic.in.