Before filling out the application form, candidates should carefully verify that they meet all the eligibility requirements. Failure to fulfill the prescribed criteria may result in the rejection of the application or cancellation of candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.
IFAS Highlights
Particular | Details |
|---|---|
Exam Name | CSIR UGC NET December 2026 |
Subject | Physical Sciences (Physics) |
Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Purpose | JRF, Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admission |
Application Mode | Online |
Qualification | M.Sc. or Equivalent Degree |
Age Limit for JRF | Maximum 30 Years (Expected) |
Age Limit for Assistant Professor | No Upper Age Limit |
Nationality | Indian Citizens |
Official Website | csirnet.nta.ac.in |
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for CSIR NET Physical Sciences (Physics) must possess any of the following qualifications from a recognized university or institution:
- M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Physics or Physical Sciences.
- Integrated BS-MS.
- BS (4-year programme).
- BE/B.Tech/B.Pharma.
- MBBS (for applicable categories as per CSIR rules).
The qualifying degree should be recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) or an equivalent authority.
Candidates must secure the following minimum percentage in their qualifying examination:
Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
General/EWS | 55% |
OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | 50% |
Candidates appearing in the final year or final semester of their qualifying degree are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their degree within the prescribed timeline and satisfy all eligibility conditions.
For Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Maximum Age: 30 years (Expected)
- Age is calculated as per the cut-off date specified in the official notification.
For Assistant Professor
- No upper age limit.
For Ph.D. Admission
- Generally, no upper age limit applies unless otherwise specified by the admitting university.
Candidates pursuing the final year of their Master's degree or equivalent qualification may apply provisionally.
However, they must:
- Complete the qualifying degree within the prescribed period.
- Secure the required minimum percentage.
- Submit all relevant documents during verification.
Failure to meet these conditions may lead to cancellation of eligibility.
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Master's Degree Certificate or Final-Year Proof
- Marksheets
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature