CSIR NET December 2026 Chemical Sciences Registration Open: Apply by 5 November, Exam Dates and Eligibility

Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 Chemical Sciences registration is open. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is accepting applications from 7 October to 5 November 2026 (11:50 PM) through the official CSIR NET portal. A late-fee window runs from 6 to 9 November 2026. Chemical Sciences is one of the listed test subjects, making this an important notification for eligible MSc Chemistry students and research aspirants.

CSIR NET December 2026 Chemical Sciences: Key Details

Important Dates

Application Fees

The NTA public notice confirms an additional ₹500 late fee for applications submitted from 6–9 November 2026. Category-wise regular application fee: Consult the official 2026 Information Bulletin on the NTA CSIR NET bulletin page before paying; the category-specific fee amounts could not be independently confirmed from the accessible official public notice.

Eligibility for Chemical Sciences

Applicants must satisfy the educational qualification, minimum marks and (where relevant) JRF age-limit criteria set out in the official 2026 Information Bulletin. MSc Chemistry graduates and eligible final-year postgraduate students should check the relevant master’s-degree route. Candidates with qualifying four-year bachelor’s degrees should verify the separate provisions and restrictions in the bulletin; a standard three-year BSc Chemistry degree alone should not be assumed to establish eligibility. Different criteria may apply to JRF, Assistant Professor and PhD-only eligibility.

Exam Pattern and Selection

NTA will conduct the exam in CBT mode, with a total duration of three hours. The official notice lists Chemical Sciences as a subject and specifies two exam shifts: 9:00 AM–12:00 noon and 3:00 PM–6:00 PM. The specific Chemical Sciences examination date and shift should be checked against the subsequent subject-wise schedule. Candidates are assessed through the test and qualifying categories under NTA/CSIR rules; passing does not itself guarantee a job or PhD admission.

How to Apply Online

1. Read the official CSIR NET website, the Information Bulletin and the NTA public notice dated 7 October 2026.
2. Open the official December 2026 online application link.
3. Register and enter personal, educational and category details; choose Chemical Sciences where applicable.
4. Upload documents as prescribed, pay the applicable fee and download the confirmation page.
5. Complete regular registration by 5 November to avoid the ₹500 late fee.

Who Should Apply? Why It Matters for Chemistry Students

This is particularly relevant to MSc Chemistry students and graduates aiming for CSIR JRF-funded research, PhD admission or Assistant Professor eligibility. BSc Chemistry students considering a research career can use the notification to plan postgraduate study and future NET preparation; eligibility must be checked before applying. Students planning related postgraduate admissions can also review Chiral Academy’s Chemistry notifications page for other verified opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for CSIR NET December 2026?

5 November 2026 at 11:50 PM for regular applications; the late-fee window ends 9 November 2026 at 11:50 PM.

Is Chemical Sciences included?

Yes. Chemical Sciences is explicitly listed in NTA’s official public notice.

What is the late fee?

₹500 in addition to the applicable examination fee during 6–9 November 2026.

When is the Chemical Sciences exam?

The examination is scheduled across 19, 22 and 27 December 2026; consult the official subject-wise schedule for the precise Chemical Sciences date and shift.

Can final-year MSc Chemistry students apply?

Eligibility and provisional-qualification conditions must be checked in the official 2026 Information Bulletin before applying.

Official sources: NTA CSIR NET portal | 7 October 2026 public notice | 2026 Information Bulletin. Official changes and corrections supersede this summary.