Great news for aspiring researchers and lecturers! The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the application correction window for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 session. If you’ve already submitted your application, this is your crucial, final opportunity to fine-tune your details. Head over to the official website, csirnet.nta.nic.in, and make any necessary changes by November 1, 2025 (11:50 pm). Don’t miss this last chance to ensure your application is perfect before the national-level examination on December 18, 2025.
This correction period is vital as the Joint CSIR UGC NET application window recently closed. It’s truly your last chance to perfect your submission. The exam, slated for December 18, 2025, covers five distinct subjects: Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Success in this prestigious test is a gateway to securing a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), gaining eligibility for Lectureship (LS), or pursuing PhD admissions at leading Indian universities and research institutions.
What You Can & Cannot Edit: CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Corrections
During this correction window, you have the flexibility to review and modify specific fields in your application. However, please be aware that once your examination city has been assigned, it cannot be altered.
You can update the following crucial information:
- Your Name
- Date of Birth
- Category and PwD (Persons with Disabilities) Status
- Contact Information and Address
- Educational Qualifications
- Choice of Exam Paper
- Preferred Test Cities
Keep in mind that some changes might incur an additional fee. For instance, if you update your category from OBC (Other Backward Classes) to General, you will need to pay the difference in the application fee.
Revised Fee Structure for CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Corrections
Based on the official notification, here’s a quick look at the revised fee structure:
- General category: ₹1,150
- General-EWS and OBC-NCL: ₹600
- SC/ST and PwD categories: ₹325
The NTA has made it abundantly clear: this is a one-time correction opportunity. There will be no further chances to modify your application, so it’s essential to review all details meticulously before submitting your final version.
Easy Steps to Correct Your CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Application
Follow these simple steps to update your application:
- Go to the official website at csirnet.nta.nic.in
- Log in using your application number and password.
- Review the application form carefully and make the necessary edits.
- Pay the additional fee, based on the changes made.
- Recheck all details and submit the corrected form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
It’s vital that you verify every single detail thoroughly before the November 1st deadline. Once the correction window closes, the NTA will not consider any further requests for changes, so act now to secure your participation in the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 exam!