The National Testing Agency (NTA CSIR NET Official Website) has officially managed the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) Assistant Professor and JRF June 2026 examination cycle. Candidates tracking this recruitment and fellowship test can find comprehensive updates regarding key timelines, application guidelines, fee structures, subject offerings, and official documents below.
Post Overview & Summary
| Name Of Post : | NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Result, Final Answer Key Date |
| Post Date / Update : | 26 August 2026 | 02:46 PM |
| Short Information : | National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research CSIR UGC National Eligibility Test NET Assistant Professor / JRF June 2026 Examination online application Form 2026 will start from 27 May 2026 and the last date to apply will be 19 June 2026. candidates should read the NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 information brochure for all the information related to the NET / JRF exam like syllabus, eligibility, age limit, fees, Subject Details, information and other types of information and then apply. (Download Notification) |
Key Examination Schedule & Important Dates
The timeline for the June 2026 exam cycle progressed through application milestones, correction windows, exam city allotments, and admit card releases:
- Application Window: 27/05/2026 to 19/06/2026 (Apply Online)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 20/06/2026
- Correction Window: 22-23 June 2026 (Download Correction Notice)
- Exam City Details Release: 08/07/2026 (Check Exam City Details | Download Exam Notice)
- Admit Cards Released: 13/07/2026 (Download Admit Card | Exam Schedule / Admit Card Notice)
- Exam Dates: 17-18 July 2026
- Answer Keys Released: 16/08/2026 (Download Answer Key / Correction Link | Download Answer Key Notice)
- Result Status: Tentatively expected in the last week of August 2026 (NTA Result Related Tweet | )
Application Fee Structure & Payment Methods
Candidates were required to pay the application fee based on their respective category. The fee structure was structured as follows:
- General: โน1150/-
- EWS / OBC: โน600/-
- ST / SC / PH: โน325/-
Application Fee Payment Methods Checklist
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Subject Details, Eligibility Criteria & Exam Structure
To qualify for the examination, applicants must meet specific educational benchmarks. The maximum age limit for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) is 30 years, while there is no upper age limit for Lectureship or Assistant Professor roles. Qualification requires an M.Sc or equivalent degree with 55% marks for General/OBC candidates, and 50% marks for SC/ST/PH candidates. Additionally, integrated course candidates, B.E., B.Tech, B.Pharma, and MBBS degree holders are eligible.
| Exam Name | CSIR UGC NET Subject Available | NTA CSIR UGC NET Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination June 2026 | Chemical Science (Chemical Science) | M.Sc / Equivalent Degree with 55% Marks for General / OBC Candidates. For SC / ST and PH Candidates : 50% Marks. Integrated Course and B.E/ B.Tech / B.Pharma and MBBS Candidates Are Also Eligible for CSIR NET 2024. |
| NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination June 2026 | Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Science (Earth Science) | M.Sc / Equivalent Degree with 55% Marks for General / OBC Candidates. For SC / ST and PH Candidates : 50% Marks. Integrated Course and B.E/ B.Tech / B.Pharma and MBBS Candidates Are Also Eligible for CSIR NET 2024. |
| NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination June 2026 | Life Science (Life Science) | M.Sc / Equivalent Degree with 55% Marks for General / OBC Candidates. For SC / ST and PH Candidates : 50% Marks. Integrated Course and B.E/ B.Tech / B.Pharma and MBBS Candidates Are Also Eligible for CSIR NET 2024. |
| NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination June 2026 | Mathematical Science (Mathematics Science) | M.Sc / Equivalent Degree with 55% Marks for General / OBC Candidates. For SC / ST and PH Candidates : 50% Marks. Integrated Course and B.E/ B.Tech / B.Pharma and MBBS Candidates Are Also Eligible for CSIR NET 2024. |
| NTA CSIR UGC NET Examination June 2026 | Physical Science (Physical Science) | M.Sc / Equivalent Degree with 55% Marks for General / OBC Candidates. For SC / ST and PH Candidates : 50% Marks. Integrated Course and B.E/ B.Tech / B.Pharma and MBBS Candidates Are Also Eligible for CSIR NET 2024. |
How to Fill NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Online Form
- Read the official notification before starting the application.
- Ensure all documents (ID proof, address details, basic details, hand writing samples) are collected.
- Prepare scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, ID, thumb impression, etc.).
- Fill out the form and verify all columns carefully during the preview before submission.
- Pay the application fee if required; the form is incomplete without payment.
- Take a print out of the final submitted application form.
Next Steps & Post-Exam Guidelines
Now that the exams have been conducted on July 17-18, 2026, and answer keys have been rolled out on August 16, 2026, candidates should keep their registration credentials ready. Monitor official portals for the final result release expected in late August 2026. Successful candidates should preserve their scorecards and certificates for upcoming academic and research recruitment procedures.
