The one of the most important exams for candidates who aimed to become Assistant Professors or to qualify for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in science subject. The CSIR NET held in December 2025, here is everything you should know before giving it, exam date, admit card, result, and merit list.
When the CSIR NET Exam held?
The CSIR NET Exam is likely to be held in the last week of December 2025. The official dates will be announced by NTA on their official website. According to previous year, the exam usually held in the last week of December, so start your preparation accordingly.
When Application Process takes place?
The official notification for the December exam is expected to be release application process in October or early November 2025. Candidates can apply online through NTA CSIR NET portal once it’s out. It is open for about 3 – 4 weeks and also, they have correction window.
When Admit Card Releases and What they include?
The admit card is generally available two weeks before the exam. For December 2025, you can expect your admit card in mid or third week of December. To download your admit card you need your application number and date of birth.
The admit card contains:
- > Name and Roll Number
- > Exam date, time and Centre details
- > Important exam day instructions
Result & Answer key Release
After the exam, firstly they release provisional answer key so that aspirants can check their performance. After that the process is completed then they release their final result and scorecard. Results will likely be declared in January or early February 2026.
Merit List
Along with result, NTA also publishes merit list. The list contains the number of candidates who qualified for JRF or Assistant Professor, it was arranged category wise.
Important Dates & Link
| Detail | Expected Date & Link |
|---|---|
| Notification | Oct – Nov 2025 |
| Admit Card | Mid – Dec 2025 |
| Exam Date | Last week of Dec 2025 |
| Result | Jan – Feb 2026 |
| Merit List | Feb – Mar 2026 |
| Official Website | Click here |
Conclusion
These all-exam dates, application opens, admit card, result and merit list are just the expected dates as per the previous exams. Keep your eye on the official website for updates and accurate notifications. Till then Start preparing according to tentative dates.
CSIR NET December 2025 : FAQs
Ans. It was expected that exam will be held on the last week of December 2025.
Ans. It was available in mid or third week of December 2025.
Ans. You can check online at official website.
Ans. It was expected to be released in February or March 2026.
