The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the registration process for the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR UGC NET) June 2026 session today, June 19, 2026. Eligible candidates who have not applied yet can submit their application form through the official website before the last date.The examination is designed to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for Junior Research Fellowships (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professor, appointment as Assistant Professor, admission to Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and admission to PhD programs in Indian universities and colleges.
important dates
According to the official notification, the online application process will begin on May 27, 2026, and will remain open until 11:50 pm on June 19, 2026.Candidates can pay the application fee online through credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI before 11:50 pm on June 20, 2026.The application correction window will be open from June 22 to June 23, 2026 by 11:50 pm.
CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Exam Timetable
CSIR UGC NET June 2026 exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode from July 17 to July 18, 2026.Testing will be conducted in two shifts:
- Shift 1: 9:00 am to 12:00 am
- Shift 2: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
The duration of each paper is 180 minutes (3 hours).
Subjects covered in the exam
The exam will be conducted on the following five subjects:
- chemical science
- Earth, Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Sciences
- life sciences
- mathematical sciences
- physical science
The question paper is available in English and Hindi.
Admission ticket and city information sheet
NTA stated that detailed information on examination city notices and admission ticket downloads will be announced separately on the official website. Candidates are advised to check the portal regularly for the latest updates.
How to apply for CSIR UGC NET June 2026
Please follow the steps below to apply:
- Please visit CSIR UGC NET official website.
- Click on the registration link for CSIR UGC NET June 2026.
- Complete the registration process with the required details.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload the necessary files.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
direct link here. Candidates who wish to appear for the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 exam should complete their registration before the application window closes today to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
