CSIR UGC NET 2024: December Application Process (Ends Soon), Exam Date, Pattern & Syllabus

To pass the CSIR NET 2024 exam, candidates are required to score a minimum of 33 percent in the general, EWS, and OBC categories and 25 percent in the SC, ST, and PwD categories, or both fellowship and Lectureship/Assistant Professor. 

There are many benefits of qualifying for CSIR NET, some of which are mentioned below; 

1- You can get a CSIR NET JRF fellowship/Ph.D. Fellowship of INR 31,000 per month for 2 years as JRF followed by an INR 35,000 per month fellowship for 3 additional years. 

2- Get opportunities to work in top Research Laboratories in positions like Junior Research Fellowship, Senior Research Fellowship, Project Associate, Research Associate, Project Fellow, and Senior Project Fellow are positions which you can apply for.

3-Numerous Public sectors companies like Indian Oil, Hindustan Petroleum, and ONGC, hire CSIR NET and GATE qualified every year for various posts with an average salary from INR 40,000 to INR 80,000 per month.

 4- You can get an opportunities to join a top university as an Assistant Professor or guest lecturer.

5- CSIR NET qualification increases your CV Weightage/Helps in getting higher preferences in getting jobs. 

The December session of the CSIR NET 2024 exam will take place from February 16 to February 28, 2025. The detailed schedule and exact timings of the examination will be released on the official website closer to the CSIR NET 2024 exam date.

To apply for CSIR NET 2024, you can follow these general steps: 1. Visit the official CSIR HRDG (Human Resource Development Group) website: Go to the official CSIR HRDG website. This is the official platform where you can find all the necessary information and updates regarding CSIR NET. 2. Check the eligibility criteria: Before applying, ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria specified by CSIR for the NET exam. The eligibility criteria may include educational qualifications, age limits, and other requirements specific to the subject you wish to appear for. 3. Registration: Look for the registration link on the CSIR HRDG website. Click on it to start the registration process. You will be required to provide basic personal information, educational details, and contact information. 4. Fill out the application form: Once registered, log in to your account and fill out the application form. Provide accurate details such as your name, address, educational qualifications, and other required information. Select the subject you wish to appear for in the exam. 5. Upload documents: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including your passport-sized photograph and signature, as specified in the application form. Ensure that the documents meet the specified size and format requirements. 6. Pay the application fee: Pay the application fee as per the instructions provided on the website. The fee can typically be paid through online modes such as credit/debit card, net banking, or e-challan. The fee amount may vary depending on your category and the number of subjects you choose. 7. Submit the application: After completing the form and paying the fee, review all the details and ensure their accuracy. Once satisfied, submit the application form. 8. Take a printout: After successful submission, take a printout of the completed application form and fee receipt for your reference and record.

The CSIR NET is a prestigious examination conducted by the National Testing Agency twice a year. The CSIR NET 2024 notification for the December session released on December 9, 2024 on the official website.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the CSIR NET 2024 December session exam date via notification. The CSIR NET 2024 June session exam was conducted from July 25 to 27, 2024. The exam will be conducted for five papers, namely Mathematical Science, Life Science, Chemical Science, Earth Science and Physical Science. 

The National Testing Agency conducted the CSIR NET 2024 June session exam from July 25 to July 27, 2024. Earlier, it was held from June 25 to June 27, 2024. The exam was conducted as a Computer-Based Test. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test (CSIR NET) twice a year on behalf of the Council of Science and Industrial Research (CSIR) under the Ministry of Science and Technology. 

There is no limit on the number of attempts for the CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) exam. A candidate can appear for the exam as many times as they wish, provided they fulfil the eligibility criteria. However, it's important to note that the validity of the CSIR NET scorecard is only for two years from the date of the result declaration.

Therefore, if a candidate wants to use their CSIR NET score for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or lectureship, they must apply for these positions within the validity period of the scorecard. It's also important to note that the CSIR NET exam is conducted twice a year, usually in June and December. Therefore, the candidates have two opportunities each year to appear for the exam and improve their scores.

The CSIR NET 2024 exam dates for the December session are February 16 to February 28, 2025. However, the June session was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for 5 subjects from July 25 to July 27, 2024. The National Testing Agency NTA has been entrusted by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to conduct the Joint CSIR UGC NET exam to determine the eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS) in Indian universities and colleges. There will be five papers: Mathematical Science, Life Science, Chemical Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science. Normally, NTA CSIR UGC NET is conducted twice a year in June and December. The CSIR NET exam is held in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.

While filling the CSIR NET application form, it's recommended to keep the following documents and information handy:

1. Scanned copy of your photography and signature in the specified format and size
2. Academic records such as mark sheets, certificates, and degree certificates
3. Category certificate (if applicable) for OBC/SC/ST/PwD candidates
4. Valid photos ID proof such as Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driver's License, etc.
5. Details of your educational qualifications such as name of the board/university, year of passing, marks obtained, etc.
6. Email ID and mobile number for registration and future communication
7. Net banking/debit card/credit card details for payment of application fee

It's important to ensure that all the documents and information provided are accurate and up-to-date to avoid any issues during the application process.

Over two Lacs candidates register for the CSIR UGC NET exam every year. In June 2023, a total of 2,74,027 candidates had registered while 1,99,890 aspirants appeared for the exam. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research CSIR NET (also known as CSIR UGC NET is a national-level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency NTA to determine the eligibility of candidates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for Lectureship (LS)/ Assistant Professor in the universities and colleges of India.

CSIR UGC NET application fee is INR 1,150 for the General category, INR 600 for the OBC-NCL category and INR 325 for SC/ST and PwD category candidates. Candidates can pay their requisite fees on online mode through netbanking/credit card/debit card/UPI. After submitting the application fee, your application form will be provisionally accepted by the NTA. If NTA founds any discrepancy in the application form, the candidature of the candidate will be rejected at any time-point of exam. Candidates whose application form has been submitted successfully can download their CSIR NET confirmation page. Candidates are advised to keep the confirmation page in a printed format for future purposes.

You can recover your CSIR NET application form password by clicking on the 'Forgot Password' link on the official website of the exam. In case, candidates forget their CSIR UGC NET password, they can recover it by following the steps mentioned below: * Visit the official website CSIR NET. NTA. Nic. In * Click on the application form button * Click on the 'Forgot Password' link * Choose any one option - security question/answer or verification code sent on mobile or reset link sent via email * Reset the password.

The CSIR NET exam is conducted for the Junior Research Fellowship and for the Lectureship in Science and Technology subjects. The eligibility criteria for the CSIR NET are as follows:

(a) Academic criteria:

1. The applicant must have a degree in any of the following: B.Tech, BE, B.Pharma MBBS B.Sc. (Hons. ), or M.Sc.
2. Candidates with Bachelor's-level degrees, such as B.Tech, can only apply for JRFs and not lectureships.
3. The applicant must have a minimum of 55 percent in their degree course. 

(b) Age criteria:

1. The upper age limit for CSIR NET is 28 years for JRF, which is relaxed to 5 years for certain categories.
2. If you want to apply for the position of assistant professor, there is no age limit.

The age limit for the CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) exam is an important eligibility criterion that candidates must fulfill to be eligible to apply for the exam. The age limit for the JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) category is specified as 28 years as on the 1st of January of the exam year, i.e. , for the CSIR NET 2024 exam, the candidate must not have been born earlier than January 1, 1995. However, this age limit is subject to certain relaxations for candidates belonging to reserved categories such as SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women. The relaxation in the age limit varies for different categories and is specified in the official notification.

CSIR UGC NET exams are conducted for five papers - Earth Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences and Physical Sciences. The total marks students can obtain in CSIR UGC NET is 200. Students must note that there is a negative marking on the exam. The time duration of CSIR Net is 180 minutes. CSIR UGC NET is conducted nationally twice a year. 

The NTA will release the CSIR NET 2024 December session Advance City Intimation Slip on its official website. Candidates will be able to download it through their login credentials. Along with the city slip, the authority will also release the CSIR NET 2024 exam schedule and shift timings. Candidates will be able to check in detail here on this page once released.

CSIR NET City Intimation Slip 2024 for the December session will be released on the official website csirnet.nta.ac.in to facilitate the candidates where the exam city and centre are located for the exam. To download the exam city slip candidates are required their application number and date of birth.

 The CSIR NET City Intimation Slip 2024 for the December session will be released in PDF format and candidates are advised to take a print-out of the CSIR NET City Intimation Slip for future purposes. CSIR NET Exam City Intimation Slip helps candidates to know about their CSIR NET Exam Cities in advance which can be very helpful for candidates' preparation. CSIR NET City Intimation Slip will be released online to inform about Exam City, however, exam date, exam venue, will be released in CSIR NET Admit Card 2024.

The CSIR NET Admit Card 2024 will be released for December session by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website. Candidates can download the CSIR NET admit card from the official website through logging in with required credentials. The admit card contains the various details of the examination like the examination centre, exam date, time of examination, etc. Candidates appearing for the exam are supposed to carry their CSIR NET Admit Card 2024 to the exam centre along with an original photo ID proof. The CSIR NET 2024 Admit Card is a mandatory document to be carried to the allotted exam centre. Candidates not having their admit card on the day of the exam might not be allowed to take the paper.

No, there is no provision to fill the CSIR NET application form in offline mode. Candidates have to fill the CSIR NET form in the online mode only on the official website of the exam. Application received through offline channels will not be entertained at any cost. Online application submission is necessary to write the CSIR NET exam. Any type of offline application sent to NTA will not be entertained at any cost. Candidates can fill out the CSIR NET Application Form in online mode through the official website, however, the direct link to apply online for CSIR NET 2024 exam has been provided in this article.

There is no limit on the number of attempts for the CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) exam. A candidate can appear for the exam as many times as they wish, provided they fulfil the eligibility criteria. However, it's important to note that the validity of the CSIR NET scorecard is only for two years from the date of the result declaration.

Therefore, if a candidate wants to use their CSIR NET score for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or lectureship, they must apply for these positions within the validity period of the scorecard. It's also important to note that the CSIR NET exam is conducted twice a year, usually in June and December. Therefore, the candidates have two opportunities each year to appear for the exam and improve their scores.

Yes, there is a negative marking of 25 per cent in the CSIR NET exam for each wrong answer (33 per cent in Part C of Earth Sciences paper). Marking Scheme in CSIR NET 2024 exam varies with different stages of exam. Part A comprises 20 questions, and each question carries 1 mark. Therefore, the total marks allotted for Part A is 20. Part B and Part C comprise subject-specific questions, and each question carries 2 or 4 marks. Part B comprises 40 questions, and the total marks allotted for this section is 80. Part C comprises 60 questions, and the total marks allotted for this section is 120. It's important to note that the negative marking can significantly affect the final score, and the candidates should attempt the questions carefully and only answer those questions for which they are confident about the correct answer. Guesswork should be avoided as it may lead to negative marking and a reduction in the overall score.

The CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) exam is conducted in English language only. The exam question papers, including all sections and subjects, are provided in English. It is important for candidates appearing for the CSIR NET exam to have a good understanding of the English language to comprehend and answer the questions effectively.

Candidates can check below the list of Life Science books that will help in the preparation:

• Life Science by Ashish Nagesh, Quaisher J. Hossain
• Life Sciences Books (Vol 1) by Dr. Poonam Sharma
• Plant Physiology by Taiz and Zeiger
• CSIR UGC NET Life Sciences by Trueman’s Publication
• Microbiology by Prescott
• Life Sciences Fundamentals and Practice Part 1 & 2 by Pranav Kumar
• Fundamentals of Life Sciences Volume  I and Volume II by Rupendra Singh

There is only one paper in the CSIR NET exam. However, the question paper is divided into three parts- Part A, Part B and Part C. The CSIR NET Question Paper will be divided into three sections- Part A, B and C. Part 'A' shall be common to all subjects. This part shall be a test containing a maximum of 20 questions of General Aptitude. The candidates shall be required to answer any 15 questions for two marks each. The total marks allocated to this section shall be 30 out of 200. The CSIR NET Part B and C consist of questions that are based on the subjects chosen by candidates from the following five subjects - Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences and Physical Sciences.

Candidates can check below the CSIR NET 2024 June session good attempts as per the students review for both shifts:

CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis: Life Science (Shift 1)

CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis: Life Science (Shift 2)

The authority will release the CSIR NET 2024 provisional answer key for the December Session on the official website. Candidates can challenge the answer key, and based on the objections received, the NTA will release the final answer key. Candidates need to pay INR 200 per question as an objection fee. This fee is non-refundable.

The CSIR NET result 2024 will be announced in two phases- once by the National Testing Agency NTA and then by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Candidates who appeared for the exam can check CSIR NET results by logging in with the application number and date of birth. The CSIR NET e-certificate 2024 will be distributed based on the final results declared by the CSIR. After the CSIR NET Result 2024, the candidates who have qualified for the exam will be provided with the eligibility Certificate and JRF Award Letters from NTA. Qualified candidates can further apply for the position of Assistant Professor in Indian colleges and universities.

It is recommended to start preparing for the CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) exam as early as possible. The exam is highly competitive and requires a comprehensive understanding of the subject and a strong foundation in the basic concepts.

Starting the preparation early will give you enough time to cover the entire syllabus, practice, and revise. Ideally, you should start preparing for the exam at least 6-12 months in advance, depending on your familiarity with the subject and the amount of time you can devote to studying. This will give you enough time to cover all the topics in the syllabus, practice solving questions, and take mock tests to simulate the exam environment and assess your preparation.

However, if you have missed the opportunity to start early, it is still possible to prepare effectively for the exam in a shorter time frame. With a focused and dedicated approach, you can cover the important topics, solve questions, and take mock tests to improve your chances of success.

The CSIR NET 2024 certificate is valid for lifetime for Assistant Professor. On the other hand, the award of JRF is for a fixed tenure and does not imply an assurance or guarantee for subsequent employment. The CSIR NET JRF certificate is valid for two years from the date mentioned on the certificate. 

The CSIR NET 2024 certificate is a document released to candidates who qualify for the CSIR NET examination. Candidates will assess their eligibility for the JRF and for the role of Assistant Professor in several universities and colleges.

If a candidate finds any discrepancies in the CSIR NET certificate, then he or she should download the certificate again from the official website. But if the same issue persists again, contact the examination authority for assistance.

Yes, there is a negative marking of 25 per cent in the CSIR NET exam for each wrong answer (33 per cent in Part C of Earth Sciences paper). Marking Scheme in CSIR NET 2024 exam varies with different stages of exam. Part A comprises 20 questions, and each question carries 1 mark. Therefore, the total marks allotted for Part A is 20. Part B and Part C comprise subject-specific questions, and each question carries 2 or 4 marks. Part B comprises 40 questions, and the total marks allotted for this section is 80. Part C comprises 60 questions, and the total marks allotted for this section is 120. It's important to note that the negative marking can significantly affect the final score, and the candidates should attempt the questions carefully and only answer those questions for which they are confident about the correct answer. Guesswork should be avoided as it may lead to negative marking and a reduction in the overall score.

The CSIR NET Admit Card 2024 will be released for December session by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website. Candidates can download the CSIR NET admit card from the official website through logging in with required credentials. The admit card contains the various details of the examination like the examination centre, exam date, time of examination, etc. Candidates appearing for the exam are supposed to carry their CSIR NET Admit Card 2024 to the exam centre along with an original photo ID proof. The CSIR NET 2024 Admit Card is a mandatory document to be carried to the allotted exam centre. Candidates not having their admit card on the day of the exam might not be allowed to take the paper.

CSIR NET Application Form 2024 has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) along with the notification for December session on December 9, 2024. Interested candidates can fill out the CSIR NET 2024 Application Form by registering on the official website until December 30, 2024.

CSIR NET Application Form for June 2024 session was released by the NTA from May 1 to 27, 2024. The conduction of the CSIR NET 2024 exam is entrusted to the National Testing Agency (NTA) by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to determine the eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS) in Indian universities and colleges.