The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the correction window for the CSIR-UGC NET December 2025 session. Candidates can modify details in their online application forms until November 1 , 11:50 pm. The correction facility is accessible through the official website, csirnet.nta.nic.in .
About the CSIR-UGC NET Exam
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC NET) determines academic eligibility. Successful candidates qualify for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Lectureship, and PhD admissions across Indian universities and colleges. The application process for this session recently concluded. NTA will conduct the examination on December 18 . The test covers five specific papers: Chemical Sciences; Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences; Life Sciences; Mathematical Sciences; and Physical Sciences.
How to Make Corrections
All registered candidates for the December 2025 examination should visit the official website. They must verify their submitted particulars. Candidates are advised to make any necessary corrections in their respective application forms. This facility allows for editing details that may have been entered incorrectly during the initial application period. The NTA stated this is a one-time opportunity; no further correction windows will open.
Editable and Non-Editable Fields
Candidates can amend several details within their submitted application forms. However, the chosen exam city, once initially selected and allotted, cannot be changed. The NTA will not entertain any requests to modify the exam city after the specified deadline. Therefore, candidates should have carefully selected their preferred location during the original application submission.
The following fields are available for editing during this period:
- Candidate’s Full Name
- Contact Information (mobile number, email address)
- Permanent and Correspondence Address
- Candidate Category (e.g., General, Gen-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST)
- Person with Disability (PwD) Status
- Educational Qualification Details
- Date of Birth
- Choice of Exam Paper (subject selected)
- Initial Preference for Test Cities
Fee Adjustments for Changes
An additional fee may apply to candidates depending on the specific changes made to their application. The application fee structure varies based on the candidate’s category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,150 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs 600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | Rs 325 |
For instance, if a candidate changes their category to one with a higher fee, such as from OBC to General, they are required to pay the difference in the application fee. All such additional payments must be completed through online payment modes available on the NTA portal.