CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Date Out, Exam Schedule, Shifts & Timings
Neha Tanna29 Sept, 2025
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CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Date: CSIR NET December 2025 exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on 18th December 2025 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The CSIR NET exam will be held in two shifts - Shift 1 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and Shift 2 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
The exam duration is 180 minutes (3 hours), and it will be conducted in English and Hindi. The subjects include Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Admit card details, exam city, and provisional answer keys will be announced later on the official website csirnet.nta.nic.in.
CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Date OUT
CSIR NET December 2025 exam date is officially out. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the exam will be held on 18th December 2025 in Computer-Based Test mode. It will be conducted in two shifts covering subjects like Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Earth Sciences across multiple centers in India.
CSIR NET Exam Date 2025 Overview
The CSIR NET Exam Date 2025 has been officially announced. The exam will be held on 18th December 2025 in two shifts – morning and afternoon. Candidates are advised to check the detailed schedule below and start their preparation accordingly. Keep visiting the official website for updates.
| CSIR NET Exam Date 2025 | |
| Activity | Dates / Details |
| Online Submission of Application Form | 25 September 2025 to 24 October 2025 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Last Date for Fee Transaction (Credit/Debit Card/NetBanking/UPI) | 25 October 2025 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Correction in Application Form | 27 October 2025 to 29 October 2025 (upto 11:50 P.M.) |
| Announcement of Exam City | Will be intimated later on website |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | Will be intimated later on website |
| Date of Examination | 18 December 2025 |
| Result Declaration | Will be intimated later on website |
CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Schedule
CSIR NET December 2025 exam schedule has been released by NTA. The exam is scheduled for 18th December 2025 and will be conducted in two shifts. Candidates can check the complete schedule below for important dates related to the application, correction, admit card, and result updates.
| CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Schedule | ||
| Subject Name | Exam Date | Exam Timings |
| Mathematical Sciences | 18-Dec-2025 | To be updated |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences | 18-Dec-2025 | To be updated |
| Chemical Sciences | 18-Dec-2025 | To be updated |
| Life Sciences | 18-Dec-2025 | To be updated |
| Physical Science | 18-Dec-2025 | To be updated |
CSIR NET 2025 Exam Shifts & Timings
CSIR NET 2025 Exam Shifts have been announced by NTA. The exam will be conducted on 18th December 2025 in two sessions – Shift 1 (9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) and Shift 2 (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM). Check the detailed shift schedule below.
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Shift 1 timings: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Shift 2 timings: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Each shift will cover specific subjects to accommodate the large number of candidates.
CSIR NET Exam Centers 2025
CSIR NET December 2025 exam will be conducted in major cities across India. Candidates can select their preferred exam center while filling out the application form. Final allocation will be mentioned in the admit card. The centers will ensure accessibility for candidates from all states, covering metro cities and regional hubs. Below, we have provided the notification PDF through which candidates can check the list of centers.
CSIR NET Exam Day Instructions
To maintain fairness and transparency on the CSIR NET Exam Day, NTA has issued detailed guidelines for the exam day:
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Carry a printed copy of the Admit Card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhar, Passport, Voter ID, etc.).
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Reach the exam center at least 90 minutes before reporting time.
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Only transparent water bottles, an admit card, and ID proof will be allowed.
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Electronic devices like mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, or study material are strictly prohibited.
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Follow the COVID-related or other safety instructions.
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Candidates must carefully read the instructions on the admit card and follow the invigilator's guidelines.
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