CSIR-UGC NET Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test
- Test Level-: National Level
- Eligibility-: Graduation
- Duration-:3 Hours
- Stream-: Science
- Medium-: Multiple
- Examination Mode-: Online
- Total Questions-: 150
CSIR NET 2024: The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the CSIR NET Notification 2024 for the June session on May 1, 2024. Along with the notification, CSIR NET Application Form 2024 was also released by the NTA on the official website. Candidates can read the CSIR PDF in the article below. Interested candidates can fill out the CSIR NET Application Form 2024 from May 1 to 21, 2024, whereas application fee submission can be done till May 23, 2024.
CSIR NET Application Correction Window will be activated by the NTA from May 25 to 27, 2024. CSIR NET June 2024 exam is scheduled to be conducted on June 25, 26 & 27, 2024. CSIR direct link has been provided in this article below.
There are five papers in the CSIR NET 2024 Exam – Mathematical Science, Life Science, Chemical Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science. The CSIR NET exam is held in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Check below the important details regarding such as dates, the application UGC Exam process, eligibility criteria, CSIR NET Exam Pattern, syllabus nd result preparation criteria.
What is CSIR NET?
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) NET (also known as CSIR UGC NET) is a national-level exam conducted by the 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. Candidates clearing the CSIR NET exam can become lecturers in the subject areas falling under the faculty of Science & Technology only. Subjects for which CSIR UGC NET is conducted are mentioned below.
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CSIR NET Subjects |
CSIR NET Subject Codes |
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Chemical Sciences |
701 |
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Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences |
702 |
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Life Sciences |
703 |
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Mathematical Sciences |
704 |
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Physical Sciences |
705 |
Joint CSIR- UGC NET June 2024 Eligibility Criteria
2.1.1.
a) General/ Unreserved/ General-EWS candidates who have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s Degree or equivalent examination from recognized universities/ institutions are eligible for this Test. The Other Backward Classes (OBC) belonging to Non-Creamy Layer/Scheduled Caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe (ST)/ Persons with Disability (PwD)/ Third gender category candidates who have secured at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in Master’s degree or equivalent examination are eligible for this Test.
b) Candidates who are pursuing their Master’s degree or equivalent course or candidates who have appeared for their qualifying Master’s degree (final year) examination and whose result is still awaited or candidates whose qualifying examinations have been delayed may also apply for this test. However, such candidates will be admitted provisionally and shall be considered eligible for NET, only after they have passed their Master’s Degree or equivalent examination with at least 55% marks (50% marks in case of OBC-NCL/ SC/ ST/ PwD/ Third gender category candidates). Such candidates must complete their Master’s degree or equivalent examination within two years from the date of NET result with required percentage of marks, failing which they shall be treated as disqualified. However, those candidates who qualify for ‘Admission to Ph.D. Only’ must complete their Master’s degree or equivalent examination within one year from the date of NET result with required percentage of marks, failing which they shall be treated as disqualified.
c) Candidates belonging to the Third gender category are eligible to draw the same relaxation in fee, age and Eligibility Criteria for NET as are available to SC/ST/PwD categories. The subject-wise qualifying cut-offs for this category would be the lowest among those for SC/ ST/ PwD/ OBC–NCL/ General-EWS categories in the corresponding subject.
d) The Ph.D. degree holders whose Master’s level examination have been completed by 19 September 1991 (irrespective of date of declaration of result) shall be eligible for a relaxation of 5% in aggregate marks (i.e. from 55% to 50%) for appearing in NET.
e) Candidates are neither required to send any certificates/documents in support of their eligibility nor printout of their Application Form or Confirmation Page to NTA. However, the candidates, in their own interest, must ensure themselves about their eligibility for the test. In the event of any ineligibility being detected by the CSIR/UGC/NTA at any stage, their candidature will be cancelled, and they shall be liable for legal action. NTA does not verify the information provided by the candidates during online registration and hence candidature will be purely provisional subject to the fulfillment of eligibility criteria.
f) Candidates with post-graduate diploma/ certificate awarded by Indian University/ Institute or foreign degree/ diploma/ certificate awarded by the foreign University/ institute should in their own interest, ascertain the equivalence of their diploma/degree/ certificate with Master’s degree of recognized Indian universities from Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi (www.aiu.ac.in).
g) The candidates having passed a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ ST/ OBC (non-creamy layer)/ Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time (refer to University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedures for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022 https://www.ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/0909572_Minimum-Standards-and-Procedure-for-Award[1]of-PhD-Degree.pdf) The candidates qualifying in the NET, based on a four-year undergraduate degree, will be eligible for the award of the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for admission to the Ph.D. The candidates qualifying in the NET, based on a four-year undergraduate degree, will not be eligible for appointment as Assistant Professor.
h) The candidates who are pursuing Four Year/8 Semester Bachelor’s Degree Programme and are in their last semester/year may also apply for the test. However, such candidates will be admitted provisionally and shall be considered eligible for the award of JRF/admission to Ph.D. only after fulfilling the requirements contained in the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedures for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022 within two years (if qualified for award of JRF)/within one year (if qualified for admission to Ph.D. only) from the date of declaration of the NET result, failing which they shall be treated as disqualified.
i) The candidates with a Four-Year Bachelor’s Degree Programme are allowed to appear in a subject (the List of Subjects and their Codes for Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2024 are given at (Annexure-II) in which they want to pursue a Ph.D. irrespective of the discipline in which they have obtained the four-year bachelor’s degree.
2.1.2 Upper Age limit:
a) JRF: Not more than 30 years as on the 1st day of the month in which the examination is concluded i.e. June, 2024. A relaxation of upto 5 years is provided to the candidates belonging to OBC-NCL (as per the Central list of OBC available on website: www.ncbc.nic.in) /SC/ST/PwD/Third gender categories and to women applicants. Relaxation will also be provided to the candidates with research experience, limited to the period spent on research in the relevant / related subject of post-graduation degree, subject to a maximum of 5 years, on production of a certificate from appropriate authority, which should be a recognized Indian university / Institute of National Importance / foreign university which is duly approved / recognized / accredited in its own Country / Public Sector Undertaking of Government of India / State Government in India. The research should not have been carried out towards completion of graduation or post-graduation degree(s).
A relaxation of upto 5 years is provided to the candidates who have served in the armed forces subject to the length of service in the armed forces upto the first day of the month in which the concerned Joint CSIR-UGC-NET is, conducted, i.e., June, 2024 Total age relaxation on the above ground(s) shall not exceed five years under any circumstances.
b) Assistant Professor: There is no upper age limit in applying for Joint CSIR UGC-NET for Assistant Professor.
c) Admission to PhD: There is no upper age limit in applying for Joint CSIR-UGC-NET for Admission to PhD. 2.1.3
Declaration In the event of any ineligibility being detected by CSIR / UGC / NTA at any stage, their candidature will be cancelled and they shall be liable for legal action. NTA does not verify the information provided by the candidates during online registration and hence candidature will be purely provisional subject to the fulfillment of eligibility criteria.
CSIR NET 2024 Exam Highlights
Candidates can check the CSIR NET 2024 exam details in the table below:
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Exam Features |
Exam Particulars |
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Exam Name |
CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) |
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Conducting Body |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
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Exam Level |
National |
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Exam Frequency |
Twice a year |
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Mode of Exam |
Online - CBT (Computer-Based Test) |
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Exam Fees |
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Exam Duration |
180 minutes |
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Exam Time |
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No. of Papers and Total Marks |
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Total Questions |
150 MCQs in each Paper |
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Marking Scheme |
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Language/Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi |
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Exam Purpose |
To determine the eligibility of candidates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for Lectureship (LS)/ Assistant Professor in the universities and colleges of India |
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No. of Test Cities |
225 |
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Official Website |
https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/ |
PDF 1CSIR NET 2024 Exam Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CSIR NET 2024 exam
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Dates |
Upcoming Exam Dates |
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01 May '24 - 21 May '24 |
Online Registration of CSIR NET June 2024 Cycle ONGOING |
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23 May '24 |
CSIR NET Last Date for Fees Submission |
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25 Jun '24 - 27 Jun '24 |
CSIR NET Exam Date for June 2024 Session |
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25 Jun '24 - 27 Jun '24 |
CSIR NET Application Correction Window |
Instructions for filling Online Application Form
1. Candidates have to apply “Online” only for JOINT CSIR- UGC NET June 2024 by accessing the website: https://csirnet.nta.ac.in/. (The Application other than online mode would not be accepted in any case).
2. If a candidate submits more than one Application Form for the same course, all his/her Application Forms shall summarily be rejected.
3. Replica of Application Form is given at Annexure-XVI.
4. Information Bulletin and Replica of Application Form given therein may be downloaded and read carefully by the candidate to be sure about his/her eligibility and acquaint with requirements for submission of Online Application Form.
5. Whether they fulfil the eligibility conditions for the Exam as prescribed.
6. In order to avoid correction in the particulars at a later stage, the candidate should exercise utmost caution while filling up the details in the Application Form.
7. Following Steps may be followed to Apply Online:
Step-1: Register for Online Form submission using your own Email ID and Mobile No. and note down system generated Application Number.
Step-2: Complete the Online Application Form and note down the system generated Application Number. Upload scanned images of (i) Candidate’s Photograph (in JPG file size: 10 kb - 200 kb), (ii) Candidate’s Signature (in JPG file size: 4kb - 30kb), (iii) Duly verified Result Awaited Attestation Form (in PDF file size: 50kb - 500kb), (iv) Category Certificate, if applicable (SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS etc.) (in PDF file size: 50kb - 300kb) & (v) PwD Certificate, if applicable (in PDF file size:50kb - 300kb).
Step-3: Pay prescribed fee through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI and keep proof of fee paid for future reference.
All the 3 Steps can be completed at one go or each step completed at a time,saved, and the next completed later. After the submission of Online Application Form (i.e. successful completion of Step-3), Confirmation Page of the Application Form, should be downloaded and a printout of the same may be retained for future reference. The Confirmation Page of the online Application Form could be generated only after successful payment by the Candidate.
In case the Confirmation Page is not generated after payment of Prescribed Fee, then the candidate should approach the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway Integrator (in the helpline number and email given in Annexure-I of the Information Bulletin), for ensuring the successful payment.
In spite of above, if successful transaction is not reflected on the Portal, it means transaction is not complete and candidate may pay second time and ensure OK status. However, any duplicate payment received from the candidate by NTA in course of said transactions will be refunded (in the same payment mode through which the duplicate payment is received), after fee reconciliation by NTA.
However, any duplicate payment received from the candidate by NTA in course of said transactions will be refunded (in the same payment mode through which the duplicate payment is received), after fee reconciliation by NTA
CSIR NET Apply Online 2024: Application Fees
Candidates need to pay CSIR NET Application Fee 2024 in online mode only in order to submit the CSIR UGC NET Form 2024. The category-wise CSIR NET application fee for CSIR NET 2024 is mentioned below.
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Category |
CSIR NET Application Fee 2024 (in INR) |
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General |
1,100 |
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OBC – Non-creamy layer |
550 |
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SC/ST |
275 |
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PwD |
Nil |
Syllabus
CSIR UGC NET Syllabus 2024: Part A
The CSIR NET Syllabus of Part A of all five subjects is the same. Part A contains questions related to General Science, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analysis and Research Aptitude. Part A contains 20 MCQs and candidates are required to answer any 15 questions. Each question carries two marks. The total marks allocated to Part A are 30 out of the total 200. Have a look at the syllabus of Part A below:
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Section |
Topics |
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Reasoning |
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Quantitative Aptitude |
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Data Interpretation & Graphical Analysis |
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CSIR UGC NET Syllabus 2024: Part B & C
The CSIR NET Part B and C syllabus differs subject-wise. Candidates can read the subject-wise CSIR NET Syllabus 2024 in this article. CSIR NET Syllabus for Parts B & C is very crucial for the candidates as this part remains the important factor in the CSIR NET Exam.
CSIR NET Life Science Syllabus 2024
Have a look at Part B and C of the for Life Science syllabus below. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent for each wrong answer.
- Molecules and their Interaction Relevant to Biology
- Cellular Organization
- Fundamental Processes
- Cell Communication and Cell Signaling
- Developmental Biology
- System Physiology – Plant
- System Physiology – Animal
- Inheritance Biology
- Diversity of Life Forms
- Ecological Principles
- Evolution and Behavior
- Applied Biology
- Methods in Biology
CSIR NET Physical Science Syllabus 2024
Have a look at Part B and C of the Physical Science below. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent for each wrong answer.
- Mathematical Methods of Physics
- Classical Mechanics
- Electromagnetic Theory
- Quantum Mechanics
- Thermodynamic and Statistical Physics
- Electronics and Experimental Methods
CSIR NET Mathematical Science Syllabus
Have a look at Part B and C of the CSIR NET syllabus for Mathematical Science below. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent in Parts A and B and there is no negative marking for Part C.
- Analysis
- Linear Algebra
- Complex Analysis
- Algebra
- Ordinary Differential Equations (ODEs)
- Partial Differential Equations (PDEs)
- Numerical Analysis
- Calculus of Variations
- Linear Integral Equations
- Classical Mechanics
- Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis
CSIR NET Earth Science Syllabus 2024
Have a look at Part B and C of CSIR NET syllabus for Earth Sciences below. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent in Part A and B and 33 per cent in Part C for each wrong answer.
Part B
- The Earth and the Solar System
- Earth Materials, Surface Features and Processes
- Interior of the Earth, Deformation and Tectonics
- Oceans and Atmosphere
- Environmental Earth Sciences
Part C
- Geology - Mineralogy and Petrology
- Geology - Structural Geology and Geotectonics
- Geology - Paleontology and its Applications
- Geology - Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- Geology - Marine Geology and Paleoceanography
- Geology - Geochemistry
- Geology - Economic Geology
- Geology - Precambrian Geology and Crustal Evolution
- Geology - Quaternary Geology
- Geology - Applied Geology
- Geology - Physical Geography
- Geology - Geophysics
- Geology - Meteorology
- Geology - Ocean Sciences
CSIR NET Chemical Science Syllabus 2024
Have a look at Part B and C of the Chemical Syllabus below. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent for each wrong answer.
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Chemistry in nanoscience and technology
- Catalysis and Green Chemistry
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Supramolecular Chemistry
- Environmental Chemistry
CSIR NET Best Books 2024
With a number of CSIR NET preparation books available in the market, it often gets difficult to choose the right ones. Check out some of the points to be considered while choosing the best books for CSIR NET preparation:
- Opt for CSIR UGC NET books by renowned authors or reputed publishing houses only
- Always check the year of publication and edition of the book
- Choose books with lots of previous years’ CSIR NET question papers and sample papers
Have a look at the Paper-wise CSIR NET Books below:
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Chemical Sciences |
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Joint CSIR-UGC NET Chemical Science (Paper-II & III) by Narender Sharma |
CSIR-UGC NET/JRF/SET Chemical Sciences by Dr Hemant Kulshrestha and Dr Ajay Taneja |
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Trueman's UGC-CSIR JRF / NET Chemical Sciences (Chemistry) by M Gagan |
Modern Methods of Organic Synthesis by William Carruthers |
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Physical Sciences |
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CSIR-UGC NET/JRF/SET Physical Sciences by Dr Surekha Tomar |
Mathematical Physics by HK Dass and Rama Verma |
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Classical Mechanics by JC Upadhya |
Modern Physics and Solid State Physics by SO Pillai |
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Mathematical Sciences |
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CSIR-UGC NET/JRF/SET Mathematical Sciences by Alok Kumar (Upkar) |
Real Analysis by HL Royden |
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Complex Variables and Applications by Ruel Churchill and James Brown |
Contemporary Abstract Algebra by Joseph A Gallian |
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Life Sciences |
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Biochemistry by Lubert Stryer and Jeremy M Berg |
Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant by Bernard J Glick, Jack J Pasternak and Cheryl L Patten |
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Plant Physiology by Ross and Salisbury |
Kuby Immunology by Thomas J Kindt |
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Earth Sciences |
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CSIR-UGC NET/JRF Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences Exam Guide by Surendra Kumar |
An Objective Earth Sciences by S Ahmad |
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Earth Science: The Physical Setting by Jeffrey C Callister |
Climatology and Oceanography by DS Lal |
CSIR NET Preparation 2024: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the CSIR NET June 2024 exam in the month of June 2024, tentatively. Lakhs of candidates appeared for the CSIR NET exam. The NTA CSIR UGC NET exam is one of the most sought-after exams by candidates who want to obtain eligibility for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS)/Assistant Professorship in Indian universities and colleges. As the competition among candidates to crack the exam is huge, it is important to have the right CSIR NET Preparation Strategy 2024 to ensure success in the exam.
CSIR UGC NET is a national-level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Subjects in which candidates can pursue JRF or become lecturers through the CSIR NET are:
- Chemical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
Candidates need to give their best in order to crack the CSIR NET exam and become eligible to secure a job in universities and colleges in India. Shiksha brings to you the best CSIR NET Preparation Tips 2024 that candidates should follow to crack the exam with flying colours. However, before talking about the preparation tips, candidates should have an idea about the exam pattern.
CSIR NET Preparation Tips 2024
Some beneficial preparation tips for exam are as follows:
- Candidates are advised to go through the syllabus and exam pattern before commencing their preparation for the Exam
- Candidates should try to solve a mock test for CSIR NET before starting preparation to check their level of preparation
- Candidates should prepare a routing involving more focus on the Candidate’s weak topics and less on the strong topics
- It is advisable to start with the basics and then move on to the advanced topics
- Note-taking is also suggested for such topics which need constant revision
- Revise each topic before starting a new one. It would enhance the retention capacity
- Check out the previous year's papers for CSIR NET and the questions that have been asked
- Look for the study material that suits you the most from a list of Books. No need to read all the books for the preparation
CSIR NET Cut-Off 2024
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will announce the CSIR NET subject-wise Cut-off on the CSIR's official website. Candidates will be able to download the subject-wise CSIR NET Cut-Off through the official website- csirhrdg.res.in. The NTA will release the CSIR NET Subject-wise Cutoff in PDF format. The subject-wise cut-off for CSIR NET will be shared in this article.
How to Check CSIR NET Cutoff 2024?
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to check the cut-off for the CSIR UGC NET exam:
- Visit the official website of CSIR - csirhrdg.res.in
- Click on the 'Cut-off' link available under the News & Announcement section
- Download and save the CSIR NET cutoff list
CSIR NET Previous Year's Cut-Off (December 2023 Session)
Candidates can check the CSIR NET December Cutoff in the table below.
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Junior Research Fellowship (NET) |
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Subject |
UR (%) |
EWS (%) |
OBC (%) |
SC (%) |
ST (%) |
PwD (%) |
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Chemical Science |
59.00 |
51.50 |
51.00 |
39.25 |
30.50 |
25.00 |
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Earth Science |
62.63 |
56.97 |
56.61 |
46.31 |
44.61 |
25.10 |
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Life Science* |
99.2136117 |
97.1787795 |
97.1787795 |
92.2447812 |
85.4189305 |
72.0188733 |
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Mathematical Science |
54.875 |
47.625 |
47.125 |
36.00 |
29.625 |
26.125 |
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Physical Science |
43.938 |
36.688 |
36.75 |
30.375 |
26.938 |
25.875 |
CSIR NET Lectureship/Assistant Professor (NET) Cut-off
In the table below, CSIR NET Cut-Off (December Session) has been mentioned for Lectureship/Assistant Professor (NET).
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Lectureship/Assistant Professor (NET) |
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Subject |
UR (%) |
EWS (%) |
OBC (%) |
SC (%) |
ST (%) |
PwD (%) |
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Chemical Science |
53.10 |
46.35 |
45.90 |
35.325 |
27.45 |
25.00 |
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Earth Science |
56.367 |
51.273 |
50.949 |
41.679 |
40.149 |
25.00 |
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Life Science* |
98.0541384 |
94.9213612 |
94.9213612 |
88.5506398 |
80.5919359 |
72.0188733 |
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Mathematical Science |
49.3875 |
42.8625 |
42.4125 |
32.40 |
26.6625 |
25.00 |
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Physical Science |
39.5442 |
33.0192 |
33.075 |
27.3375 |
25.00 |
25.00 |
CSIR NET Admit Card 2024
CSIR NET Admit Card 2024 will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website. Candidates will be able to download the NET admit card from the official website. The admit card contains the various details of the examination like the examination centre, exam date, time of examination, etc. Candidates can download the admit card by following the steps below.
- Step 1: Visit the official website- csirnet.nta.ac.in
- Step 2: Click on the CSIR-UGC NET Admit Card 2024 link on the homepage of the website
- Step 3: A new webpage will open. Candidates should enter the required details to download the admit card
- Step 4: If everything is done perfectly, the candidate’s admit card will be displayed on the screen
- Step 5: Download the admit card and print it out for future use
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