CSIR NET June 2026: Notification, Exam Dates, Syllabus & Fellowship Rates

Your complete guide to the CSIR UGC NET June 2026 session: Subject-wise patterns, JRF age limits, and how to apply.

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Tags: CSIR NET 2026, NTA CSIR NET, Junior Research Fellowship
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CSIR UGC NET June 2026 Guide

Notification Expected: February 2026

1. Important Dates & Fees (Tentative)

Notification ReleaseFebruary 2026
Application WindowFebruary – March 2026
Exam DatesSecond/Third Week of June 2026
General Category Fee₹1,100 - ₹1,150
OBC-NCL / EWS Fee₹550 - ₹600
Source: NTA CSIR Official Portal

2. Fellowship Amount & Eligibility

JRF Stipend: ₹31,000/month (Years 1-2) + HRA

SRF Stipend: ₹35,000/month (Years 3-5) + HRA

  • Age Limit (JRF): Maximum 28 years (as of July 1, 2026). Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/Females and 3 years for OBC-NCL.
  • Assistant Professor: No upper age limit.
  • Education: M.Sc. or equivalent with 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).
Source: CSIR-HRDG Guidelines

3. Single Paper Pattern (3 Hours)

The exam is a Computer Based Test (CBT) divided into three parts. Part A is common to all 5 subjects.

Part A: 20 Qs (General Aptitude) - Attempt 15
Part B: 40-50 Qs (Subject Specific)
Part C: 60-75 Qs (Higher Order Analytical)

Negative Marking: 25% for every wrong answer (varies by subject).

Source: Shiksha / NTA Syllabus Analysis