Final Call for CSIR-UGC NET December 2025 Applications

CSIR-UGC NET December 2025 Application Deadline Approaches
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the online application process for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET (December) Examination 2025 shortly. Interested candidates can submit their applications at csirnet.nta.nic.in until October 24, 2025. The deadline for fee payment is October 25, 2025.
A correction window will be available from October 27 to 29, 2025. The examination is scheduled for December 18, with two shifts: the first from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and the second from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
According to the notification, “This exam is designed to assess the eligibility of Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship, appointment as Assistant Professor, and admission to Ph.D. programs in Indian universities and colleges through a Computer Based Test (CBT) format.”
For further details regarding eligibility criteria, exam structure, and more, candidates can refer to the notification linked below:
Access the official notification here.
Application Fees
Applicants belonging to the general category are required to pay a fee of Rs 1150. For General-EWS/OBC(NCL)* candidates, the fee is Rs 600, while SC/ST/PwD/PwBD/Third Gender applicants need to pay Rs 325.
How to Apply for CSIR NET December 2025
Visit the official website csirnet.nta.nic.in
Click on the CSIR NET December 2025 registration link on the homepage
Register and continue with the application process
Complete the form, pay the application fee, and submit
Print a copy for your records
Click here for direct access to the CSIR NET December 2025 application.
For additional information, candidates should visit the official website here.