Overview
- Online application is open until October 27, fee transactions are allowed until October 28, and the correction window runs from October 30 to November 1.
- The exam remains scheduled for December 18, 2025 in computer-based mode across two shifts with Hindi and English papers, and the English text will prevail in case of discrepancy.
- Applications must be submitted at csirnet.nta.nic.in, with exam-city information and admit cards to be released by NTA in due course.
- Eligibility highlights include Indian citizenship, a JRF upper age limit of 30 years as of October 1, 2025, minimum marks of 55% for General/EWS and 50% for OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender, and final-year master’s students being eligible.
- Published fees are ₹1,150 for General and ₹600 for General-EWS/OBC (NCL), with SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender reported as ₹300 by several outlets and ₹325 by one report, so candidates should verify the exact amount in the official NTA notice.