CSIR UGC NET December 2026 registration open, exam on December 19, 22 and 27

What happened

The National Testing Agency has opened online applications for the Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2026 exam, which decides Junior Research Fellowship, Assistant Professor eligibility and PhD admission.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• Useful if you are trying to find an internship or get a job.
• Affects students in India.