CSIR NET June 2026 Exam on July 17: Check Reporting Time and Guidelines Here
CSIR NET 2026 June session exam is schedule to be conducted on July 17 and 18. Candidates who will appear in the exam can check reporting time and important guidelines here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the June session CSIR NET 2026 exam on July 17 and 18 at various centres across the country. The authority released the CSIR NET admit card on July 13. The exam will be conducted for five subjects including Life Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Chemical Sciences and Physical Science. Shift 1 timings are 9 AM to 12 PM and Shift 2 timings are 3 PM to 6 PM.Â
Candidates need to carry their CSIR NET admit card with anyone ID card to the examination centre for verification. The duration of the CSIR NET June 2026 computer-based test will be 180 minutes. They cannot leave CSIR NET centre before the exam ends. They are also advised not to carry any electronic device to exam centre.
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CSIR NET 2026 Exam Date and Timings
CSIR NET 2026 June exam will be held on July 17 and 18.
- Morning Shift 9 AM to 12 Noon
- Afternoon Shift 3 to 6 PM
Candidates must check their admit card for exact shift timing allotted to them.
CSIR NET June 2026 Reporting Time
| CSIR NET Exam Day Events |
Shift 1 Timings |
Shift 2 Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Timing of exam |
9 AM to 12 PM |
3 to 6 PM |
| Reporting time |
7 AM |
1 PM |
CSIR NET June 2026: Check Exam Schedule
Scroll down to know the exam schedule of the CSIR NET 2026 exam for the June session.
| Â | Â | Â |
|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 17-July-2026 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Mathematical Sciences | 17-July-2026 | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Physical Science | 17-July-2026 | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences | 18-July-2026 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Chemical Sciences | 18-July-2026 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
CSIR NET June 2026: Check Exam Day GuidelinesÂ
Candidates must follow exam day guidelines mentioned on the CSIR NET admit card
- Candidates must reach before reporting time at CSIR NET exam centre.
- Also adhere to instructions given by invigilator.
- When appearing for exam candidate need to carry a printed copy of CSIR NET 2026 admit card.Â
- Along with hall ticket, candidate must also carry any one photo ID card.
- Any use of unfair means will result in disqualification.
- Follow all instructions given by invigilators inside exam hall.
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Commonly asked questions
The CSIR NET stands for the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test. It determines the eligibility of Indian nationals for the 'award of Junior Research Fellowship and appointment as Assistant Professor.' Also, appointment as 'Assistant Professor and admission to Ph.D.' and 'admission to Ph.D. only' in several Indian universities and colleges.
The June session exam dates for the CSIR NET 2026 exam are July 17 and 18, 2026 . It will be conducted in two shifts. The whole exam schedule will be released by the authority. It will be announced at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
No. Candidate is required to carry a printed copy of the CSIR NET admit card to the examination centre. Digital copy of the hall ticket is not allowed.
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