Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CSIR UGC NET December Certificate 2026. The exam was conducted on 18 December 2025, with applications closing on 27 October 2025. Candidates can download their certificates from the official website using their enrollment details. Ensure eligibility by checking the age and educational qualifications. Stay updated with key dates and download necessary documents from the official portal.
Important Dates
Start Date
25-09-2025
Last Date
27-10-2025
Exam Date
18-12-2025
Admit Card
14-12-2025
Result Date
30-01-2026
Fee Payment Last Date
28-10-2025
Correction Date
30-10-2025 – 01-11-2025
Exam City Details
09-12-2025
Answer Key
30-12-2025
Final Answer Key
30-01-2026
Certificate Date
06-05-2026
Age Limit Details
Age Limit
Maximum Age: 30 Years (JRF Only), 35 Years (No Limit for Lectureship/Assistant Professor)
Application Fee Details
General
₹1150
OBC, EWS
₹600
SC/ST/PWD
₹325
Eligibility Criteria
Chemical Science: General/OBC candidates need at least 55% marks in M.Sc. or an equivalent degree. SC/ST and PH candidates require at least 50% marks.
How to Apply
Candidates must visit the official NTA exam portal, log in using their application number and date of birth, and follow the instructions to download the certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the NTA CSIR UGC NET December Certificate 2026 released?
A: The CSIR UGC NET December Certificate 2026 was released on 06 May 2026 by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
A: The CSIR UGC NET December Certificate 2026 was released on 06 May 2026 by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Q: Where can candidates download the CSIR UGC NET Certificate?
A: Candidates can download the certificate from the official website of NTA CSIR.
A: Candidates can download the certificate from the official website of NTA CSIR.
Q: What details are required to download the certificate?
A: Candidates need their Application Number and Date of Birth to download the certificate.
A: Candidates need their Application Number and Date of Birth to download the certificate.
Q: Who can download the CSIR UGC NET Certificate 2026?
A: Only qualified candidates are eligible to download the e-Certificate.
A: Only qualified candidates are eligible to download the e-Certificate.
Q: What is the official website for NTA CSIR?
A: The official website for NTA CSIR is https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/
A: The official website for NTA CSIR is https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/
Q: What is the application fee for General category candidates?
A: The application fee for General category candidates is ₹1150.
A: The application fee for General category candidates is ₹1150.
Q: What is the maximum age limit for JRF candidates?
A: The maximum age limit for JRF candidates is 30 years.
A: The maximum age limit for JRF candidates is 30 years.
Q: What educational qualifications are required for Chemical Science?
A: General/OBC candidates need at least 55% marks in M.Sc. or an equivalent degree. SC/ST and PH candidates require at least 50% marks.
A: General/OBC candidates need at least 55% marks in M.Sc. or an equivalent degree. SC/ST and PH candidates require at least 50% marks.
Q: How can candidates correct their application details?
A: Candidates can correct their application details during the correction window from 30 October 2025 to 01 November 2025.
A: Candidates can correct their application details during the correction window from 30 October 2025 to 01 November 2025.
Q: When will the final answer key be released?
A: The final answer key will be released on 30 January 2026.
A: The final answer key will be released on 30 January 2026.