Applications for CSIR UGC NET December 2025 have started on the official website. Learn how to apply online application, important date, fees, eligibility and exam related details. What are the benefits of passing this exam?
CSIR NET Application Fee 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration for CSIR UGC NET December 2025. Candidates who want to be eligible for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or Assistant Professor posts can now apply directly by visiting the official website csirnet.nta.nic.in. The objective of this examination is to determine the qualification of candidates for Assistant Professor Appointment in Indian Universities and Colleges, Admission in PHD and JRF Award.
CSIR UGC NET 2025 Important Dates
- Last date of online application: 24 October 2025, till 11:50 pm
- Last date for fee payment: 25 October 2025, till 11:50 pm
- Application Form Correction Window: 27 to 29 October 2025, from 11:50 pm
- Exam Date: 18 December 2025
CSIR UGC NET exam mode
The exam will be held in CBT (Computer Based Test) mode and will be held in two shifts: the first shift from 9 am to 12 noon and second shift from 3 pm to 6 pm. The exam will be held in both Hindi and English languages. Candidates can choose the medium as per their convenience, but the English version will be considered final if there is a dispute in any translation.
Category-Wise
- General: Rs 1150
- General-IWS, OBC (NCL): Rs 600
- SC, ST, PWD, Third Gender: Rs 300
Fees can be paid through net banking, debit or credit card or UPI.
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CSIR UGC NET December 2025: How to apply?
- Go to the official website csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the Joint CSIR UGC-NET 2025 Registration link on the home page.
- Register by filling the required details.
- Fill the application form, upload the required document and submit the application fee.
- Carefully check and submit the form.
- After the submission, download the confirmation page and keep the print out and keep it with you.
CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Direct Link to Apply
Importance of CSIR UGC NET exam and benefits of passing
Successful candidates after passing this exam-
- Candidates will be qualified to get Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
- Assistant will be eligible for appointment to the post of Professor.
- Only PHD admission can also be applied.
- This is a golden opportunity for CSIR UGC NET candidates, which opens a way to make a career in reputed universities and research institutes in India.
- For more information and updates, you can visit the official website of NTA on csirnet.nta.nic.in.
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