In a recent update, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date to apply for the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR UGC NET) December 2025 session. Candidates can now submit their online application forms till October 27, 2025 (11:50 PM). The decision was taken after receiving multiple requests from candidates seeking an extension.
The CSIR UGC NET December 2025 exam will be held on December 18, 2025, across multiple cities in India. The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and will cover five subjects — Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences.
CSIR UGC NET December 2025: Revised Schedule
As per the updated notification, the revised schedule for the CSIR UGC NET 2025 application process is as follows:
| Activity | Revised Last Date |
| Submission of Application Form | October 27, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Successful Transaction of Fee | October 28, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Correction Facility | October 30 to November 1, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) |
The NTA stated, “In response to the multiple requests received from the candidates, the NTA has decided to extend the last date for submission of online application form for the Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2025 examination.”
Candidates are advised to visit the official websites for the latest updates and notifications.
Purpose of the CSIR UGC NET Examination
The CSIR UGC NET exam is conducted to:
- Award Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
- Determine eligibility for Lectureship (Assistant Professor) in Indian universities and colleges.
- Facilitate PhD admissions in various science disciplines across premier institutions.
This national-level exam is one of India’s most prestigious eligibility tests for aspiring researchers and academicians in the field of science.
Application Fee for CSIR UGC NET December 2025
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category:
- General Category: ₹1,150
- General-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹600
- SC/ST/Third Gender/PwD: ₹325
Candidates can pay the examination fee through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI before the last date.
Exam Pattern and Mode
The CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Each paper will include objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The total duration of the examination will be 3 hours, and there will be no break between papers.
Helpline and Support
For any clarification, candidates can contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-4075 9000 or email their queries to csirnet@nta.ac.in. The NTA also urges candidates to regularly visit the official CSIR NET website for the latest announcements regarding exam schedule, admit card, and result updates.
The extension of the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 application deadline offers relief to thousands of aspirants. Candidates are advised to complete their registration well before the new deadline to avoid last-minute issues. The CSIR UGC NET remains a vital gateway for students aiming to pursue research, lectureship, and academic excellence in India’s scientific domain, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
