NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2025: Online Application Form, Eligibility, Exam Date
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025. This national-level examination is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges.
The CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Online Registration Form has started from 25 September 2025 and will continue till 24 October 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website csirnet.nta.nic.in.
NTA CSIR UGC NET December 2025
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | CSIR UGC NET December 2025 |
| Purpose | Eligibility for JRF & Lectureship/Assistant Professor |
| Application Start Date | 25 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 October 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Date | To be announced soon |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
| Category | Entrance Exam |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- Final year students are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit
- JRF: Maximum age 28 years (age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Female).
- Assistant Professor (Lectureship): No upper age limit.
Application Fee
- General / General-EWS: ₹1100/-
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): ₹550/-
- SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender: ₹275/-
- Mode of Payment: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of multiple-choice questions from the chosen subject.
How to Apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2025?
- Visit the official website csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on “CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Online Registration”.
- Register with your valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and subject details.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
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FAQs – CSIR UGC NET December 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2025?
The last date to apply is 24 October 2025.
Q2. What is the age limit for CSIR NET JRF December 2025?
The maximum age limit for JRF is 28 years (with relaxation for reserved categories).
Q3. Can final-year students apply for CSIR NET 2025?
Yes, final-year postgraduate students are eligible to apply.
Q4. What is the official website to apply for CSIR UGC NET 2025?
Candidates must apply online at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
Q5. What is the application fee for CSIR UGC NET December 2025?
- General: ₹1100/-
- OBC (NCL): ₹550/-
- SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹275/-
