The National Testing Agency (NTA) officially released the CSIR NET cut off marks for the December 2025 examination cycle on February 24, 2026. Aspiring researchers and educators can now verify their eligibility based on the finalized subject-wise and category-wise data provided by the authorities.
Understanding the CSIR NET 2026 Qualifying Criteria
The CSIR-UGC NET exam results are structured into three distinct categories to streamline the selection process for academic and research roles. Candidates should ensure they review the correct category as per their application status:
- Category-1 (Junior Research Fellowship): For candidates aiming for research positions.
- Category-2 (Assistant Professor): For those seeking eligibility for lectureship roles.
- Category-3 (Ph.D. Admission Only): Specifically for scholars pursuing doctoral studies.
How to Check CSIR NET Cut Off 2026
To access the official cut off marks, follow these steps to ensure you are viewing the correct data from the NTA portal:
- Visit the official portal at https://csirnet.nta.ac.in.
- Navigate to the "Public Notices" or "Results" section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled "CSIR NET Cut Off for December 2025 Exam."
- View or download the PDF file to check the specific qualifying percentage for your subject and category.
CSIR NET December 2025 Cut Off Tables
Junior Research Fellowship (Category-1)
| Subjects | UR (%) | EWS (%) | OBC (%) | SC (%) | ST (%) | PwD (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Science | 48.500 | 42.250 | 41.750 | 32.250 | 27.250 | 25.000 |
| Earth Science | 57.970 | 52.310 | 50.110 | 40.990 | 40.900 | 25.000 |
| Life Science | 54.000 | 44.000 | 44.250 | 36.000 | 34.250 | 25.000 |
| Mathematical Science | 42.000 | 36.500 | 36.250 | 29.500 | 26.375 | 25.000 |
| Physical Science | 46.125 | 39.063 | 37.938 | 28.688 | 25.250 | 25.000 |
Assistant Professor (Category-2)
| Subjects | UR (%) | EWS (%) | OBC (%) | SC (%) | ST (%) | PwD (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Science | 43.650 | 38.025 | 37.575 | 29.025 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
| Earth Science | 52.173 | 47.079 | 45.099 | 36.891 | 36.810 | 25.000 |
| Life Science | 48.600 | 39.600 | 39.825 | 32.400 | 30.825 | 25.000 |
| Mathematical Science | 37.800 | 33.000 | 33.000 | 26.550 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
| Physical Science | 41.5125 | 35.1567 | 34.1442 | 25.8192 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
Next Steps for Qualified Candidates
Once you confirm your status, keep an eye on official notifications regarding the CSIR NET Admit Card 2026 and the CSIR NET Final Result 2026. Candidates should also regularly consult the CSIR NET Syllabus and Exam Pattern for future preparation.
Previous Year Cut Off Archives
For comparative analysis, you may download the following historical cut off data:
- CSIR NET December 2022 and June 2023 Cut Off PDF
- CSIR NET Cut Off June 2021 PDF
- CSIR NET Cut Off June 2020 PDF
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