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CSIR NET 2026 application window closes today; 2.43 lakh register
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research is set to conclude registrations for its National Eligibility Test scheduled later this month. The examination will be administered across three separate dates in December.
LSN India ·
Aspiring researchers and academics in India have until today to submit applications for the CSIR NET December 2026 examination, with the testing body reporting approximately 2.43 lakh registrations so far.
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research will conduct the NET across three separate sessions on December 19, 22, and 27. The examination serves as a national-level assessment for determining eligibility for junior research fellowships and appointments at the lecturer level in Indian universities and colleges.
Candidates seeking to appear for the test are advised to complete their registration through the official examination portal before the deadline expires today. The CSIR NET is one of India's premier examinations for assessing scientific aptitude and research capability among postgraduate qualification holders.
The December 2026 iteration represents a significant opportunity for scientists and researchers across disciplines including life sciences, physical sciences, chemical sciences, and earth sciences. Successful candidates stand to secure fellowships and academic positions across premier research and educational institutions nationwide.