The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the CSIR NET Notification 2026 on 27 May 2026 for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Examination. The application process and correction window have now concluded successfully. NTA has released the CSIR NET City Intimation Slip on 8 July 2026 and the CSIR NET Admit Card on 13 July 2026 for candidates appearing in the examination scheduled on 17 and 18 July 2026.
Registered candidates can now download their admit card using their Application Number and Date of Birth. The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor eligibility, and PhD admission across five science subjects.
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test, popularly known as CSIR NET, is a national-level examination conducted for science students. The exam determines eligibility for:
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
Assistant Professor
PhD Admission
The examination is conducted for the following five subjects:
Chemical Sciences
Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
Life Sciences
Mathematical Sciences
Physical Sciences
The CSIR NET June 2026 Notification contains complete details related to the application process, eligibility criteria, subject list, exam pattern, fee structure, correction window, and important instructions. Candidates are advised to complete the application form before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Before applying, candidates should review all key details for the CSIR NET June 2026 examination.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | CSIR NET June 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Exam | Online (CBT) |
| Notification Release Date | 27 May 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 (Closed) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 June 2026 (Closed) |
| Application Correction Window | 22 June 2026 to 23 June 2026 (Closed) |
| Exam Date | 17 & 18 July 2026 |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Candidates preparing for the exam should keep track of all major dates mentioned in the official notice.
| Event | Date |
| CSIR NET Notification Release | 27 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 22 June 2026 to 23 June 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | Released (13 July 2026) |
| City Intimation Slip | Released (8 July 2026) |
| CSIR NET Exam Date 2026 | 17 & 18 July 2026 |
The CSIR NET Notification 2026 confirms that the examination will be conducted in CBT mode across different cities in India.
The CSIR NET June 2026 application process has been completed successfully. Following the closure of the application and correction windows, NTA released the Advance City Intimation Slip on 8 July 2026, allowing candidates to check their allotted examination city. Subsequently, the CSIR NET Admit Card was released on 13 July 2026, containing the examination centre address, reporting time, exam shift, and important exam-day instructions.
Candidates should download their admit card well before the examination and verify all details carefully.
The National Testing Agency has released the CSIR NET Admit Card 2026 on 13 July 2026 for candidates appearing in the Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 Examination.
The admit card includes:
Candidate Name
Roll Number
Examination Date
Shift Timing
Reporting Time
Examination Centre Address
Subject Details
Important Exam Instructions
Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid original photo identity proof. Entry to the examination centre will not be permitted without these documents.
NTA has released the subject-wise examination schedule for the CSIR NET June 2026 Examination.
| Exam Date | Shift | Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| 17 July 2026 | Shift 1 (9:00 AM–12:00 Noon) | Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences |
| 17 July 2026 | Shift 2 (3:00 PM–6:00 PM) | Physical Sciences |
| 18 July 2026 | Shift 1 (9:00 AM–12:00 Noon) | Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences |
Candidates should carry the following documents to the examination centre:
Printed CSIR NET Admit Card 2026
Original Valid Photo ID Proof
Passport-size Photograph (if required)
PwBD Certificate (where applicable)
Electronic devices, calculators, Bluetooth devices, study material, and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the examination hall.
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions before applying online.
Applicants should have a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Science or related subjects from a recognized university.
| Category | Minimum Marks |
| General / OBC | 55% |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | 50% |
Final-year postgraduate students can also apply provisionally.
| Criteria | Details |
| JRF Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Assistant Professor | No Upper Age Limit |
Relaxation in age is available for reserved categories as per government norms.
The category-wise application fee is mentioned below:
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹1150 |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹325 |
The payment can be made through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
The exam will be conducted for five major science subjects:
| Subject Code | Subject Name |
| 701 | Chemical Sciences |
| 702 | Earth Sciences |
| 703 | Life Sciences |
| 704 | Mathematical Sciences |
| 705 | Physical Sciences |
The syllabus differs according to the subject selected by the candidate. However, common areas include:
General Aptitude
Subject Concepts
Analytical Reasoning
Scientific Understanding
Numerical Ability
Candidates are advised to prepare according to the latest syllabus mentioned in the CSIR NET Notification 2026 PDF.
The CSIR NET examination consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions. The paper is divided into three sections — Part A, Part B, and Part C.
| Subject | Total Marks | Duration |
| Chemical Sciences | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Life Sciences | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Mathematical Sciences | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Physical Sciences | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Earth Sciences | 200 | 3 Hours |
The exam includes negative marking in several sections, so candidates should attempt questions carefully.
The result will be declared online after the examination. Candidates will be able to check:
Subject-wise score
Percentile
JRF qualification status
Assistant Professor eligibility