CSIR UGC NET December 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to November 9; Check New Date and Application Process

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the registration deadline for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 examination to November 9, 2026. Candidates who have not yet completed their applications can now submit their forms and pay the examination fee by 11:50 PM on the revised deadline.

The extension gives eligible candidates additional time to complete the application process. NTA has clarified that applications submitted during the extended period will not attract a late fee.

The Joint CSIR-UGC NET examination is conducted to determine candidates’ eligibility for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor positions and PhD admissions in Indian universities and colleges. Depending on the eligibility category, candidates may qualify for one or more of these opportunities.

CSIR UGC NET December 2026: Revised Deadline

The revised application schedule is as follows:

• Last date to submit the application form: November 9, 2026
• Last date for examination fee payment: November 9, 2026
• Application deadline: 11:50 PM

How to Apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2026?

Eligible candidates can complete their applications by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
2. Select the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 application link.
3. Register and enter the required details.
4. Complete the online application form.
5. Upload the required documents and pay the examination fee.
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates should regularly check the official NTA website for further announcements regarding the examination schedule and admit cards.

With the revised deadline approaching, applicants are advised to complete their registration well before November 9 to avoid last-minute technical difficulties.