CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online for JRF & Assistant Professor

CSIR UGC NET June 2026: National-Level Eligibility Test for JRF, Assistant Professor & PhD Admission

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the detailed information bulletin and notification for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Examination on 27 May 2026. This prestigious national-level entrance test determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, and admissions to Ph.D. programmes across leading Indian universities and institutions. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 27 May 2026 until the deadline on 19 June 2026. The computer-based test (CBT) will be conducted on 17 and 18 July 2026 for various core science streams. Interested science graduates and post-graduates can check the comprehensive eligibility criteria, application fee structure, and step-by-step registration guidelines below.

Organization Overview

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, responsible for conducting transparent and standardized entrance examinations for higher education institutions. The Joint CSIR-UGC NET is conducted twice a year to assess candidates for Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor eligibility in science disciplines.

Post Details

The CSIR UGC NET June 2026 examination offers opportunities for:

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
• Assistant Professor
• PhD Admission

The exam covers five core subjects: Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• General / EWS: Minimum 55% aggregate marks in Master’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
• OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Master’s degree.
• Four-Year Bachelor’s Programme: Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree and minimum 75% marks (70% for reserved categories) are also eligible.
• Appearing Candidates: Those currently pursuing Master’s or awaiting final results can apply provisionally.

Age Limit

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum 30 years as of July 2026. Relaxation of up to 5 years for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, Third Gender, and female candidates.
• Assistant Professor & PhD Admission: No upper age limit.

Application Fee

Payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT) with objective type multiple-choice questions. The exam duration is 180 minutes (3 hours). The test is conducted in Hindi and English languages. Candidates who qualify the CBT are considered for JRF, Assistant Professor, and PhD admission as per their performance and category.

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NTA registration portal at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
2. Complete the fresh online registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
3. Log in and fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload scanned copies of a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and required category certificates as per specifications.
5. Pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
6. Review all entries carefully and submit the form.
7. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.