The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the registration window for CSIR UGC NET December 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online for the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC NET) through the official NTA website. The last date to apply is October 24, 2025, while the deadline for fee payment is October 25, 2025.
This national-level eligibility test determines the qualification of candidates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Lectureship (LS), Assistant Professor posts, and admission to PhD programmes in universities and research institutes across India.
CSIR UGC NET December 2025: Important Dates
- Application window: September 2025 – October 24, 2025
- Last date for fee payment: October 25, 2025
- Correction window: October 27 – October 29, 2025
- Exam date: December 18, 2025
- Shift 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
- Shift 2: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Application Fee for CSIR NET December 2025
Candidates need to pay the prescribed registration fee online via debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking:
- General: ₹1,150
- EWS/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): ₹600
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹325
CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Pattern and Subjects
The exam will be conducted in English and Hindi. Test papers will be available in five major subjects:
- Chemical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
The exam will include questions designed to assess a candidate’s subject knowledge, research aptitude, and teaching ability.
CSIR NET December 2025: Document Upload Guidelines
While filling out the online application form, candidates must upload the following documents in the specified format:
- Photograph: Passport-size, covering 80% of the face against a white background. File size: 10–200 kb, format: JPG/JPEG.
- Signature: Full running handwriting signature in blue/black ink on white paper. File size: 10–50 kb, format: JPG/JPEG.
- Supporting Documents: Category certificate, PwD certificate, or result awaited attestation form (if applicable). File size: 50–300 kb, format: PDF.
Steps to Apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2025
- Visit the official NTA website for CSIR NET.
- Click on “Apply Online for CSIR UGC NET December 2025”.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with academic and personal details.
- Upload scanned documents as per the guidelines.
- Pay the application fee using online payment options.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
The CSIR UGC NET December 2025 registration is now open, providing aspirants with an opportunity to qualify for JRF and lectureship positions in Indian universities. With the exam scheduled on December 18, 2025, candidates are advised to complete their applications before the deadline and start preparing according to the official syllabus, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
