UGC NET, CSIR NET December 2026 Registrations: 2.19 Lakh Candidates Applied; Check Details
UGC NET December 2026 and CSIR NET registrations are underway, with over 2.18 lakh applications received. Check registration numbers, official websites and NTA helpdesk details.
UGC NET, CSIR NET December 2026 Registrations
NTA UGC NET & CSIR NET Registration 2026: More than 2.18 lakh candidates have registered for UGC NET and Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026 exams, as per registration figures shared by National Testing Agency (NTA). This shows strong participation from aspirants willing to qualify for academic and research opportunities through UGC NET & CSIR NET exams 2026.
As per figures released, 1,86,301 candidates have registered for UGC NET December 2026, while 32,660 candidates have applied for Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 exam. The combined registration count stands at 2,18,961, or approximately 2.19 lakh candidates. Those who wish to appear for UGC NET and CSIR NET 2026 should complete their application.
UGC NET, CSIR NET December 2026: Registration Details
UGC NET and CSIR NET registration figures highlight number of candidates who have applied for two examinations so far. Exam-wise application count is provided below
| Examination |
UGC NET December 2026 |
CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of registrations |
1,86,301 |
32,660 |
UGC NET is conducted to determine candidates' eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), appointment as Assistant Professors and admission to PhD programmes, as applicable under the examination rules. Joint CSIR-UGC NET examination assesses eligibility for JRF, appointment as Assistant Professors and admission to PhD programmes in science-related subjects.
How to Apply for UGC NET December 2026?
Commonly asked questions
The UGC NET Dec session exam will be conducted online in Computer-Based Test Mode. It will be held in two shifts. Shift 1 from 9 am to 12 pm and shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm.
UGC NET exam is considered to be moderate to difficult in the overall difficulty level as per the experts. The syllabus of the exam is vast and a bit challenging to cover for the candidates. In depth subject knowledge is required to crack the examination. Frequent revision also plays an important role. Paper 1 is about the teaching or research aptitude and Paper 2 is focused on specialised subjects.
If in case candidate find any discrepancy in the UGC NET admit card then he or she must contact the NTA via helpline numbers 011-40759000 during the working hours or email them.
Candidates who wish to appear for UGC NET December 2026 can follow these steps to complete their application form
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Visit official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
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Open registration link for UGC NET December 2026
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Complete registration
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Log in using generated credentials and fill out application form
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Upload documents, photograph and signature
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Pay application fee
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Review information and submit application
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Download confirmation page
How to Apply for CSIR UGC NET December 2026?
To fill CSIR NET application form, candidates can follow these steps
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Visit official website csirnet.nta.nic.in
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Find registration link for December 2026 examination
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Register by providing personal and contact details
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Log in to complete application form
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Upload documents
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Pay fees and submit form
UGC NET, CSIR NET December 2026 Helpdesk Details
Candidates facing difficulties during UGC NET or CSIR NET registration can contact the respective examination helpdesks
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Examination UGC NET December 2026, Email helpdesk - ugcnet@nta.ac.in
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Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026, Email helpdesk - csirnet@nta.ac.in
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NTA helpline numbers: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
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