CSIR NET 2024: Result Soon, Final Answer Key, Cut Off, Pattern, Syllabus, Question Papers
The National Testing Agency conducts the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) NET (also known as CSIR UGC NET) exam two times in a year. It is a national level eligibility exam for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for Lectureship (LS)/ Assistant Professor in the universities and colleges of India. The CSIR NET June 2024 exam is successfully completed. The result for the same can be released by 31st August 2024.
What is CSIR UGC NET Exam?
The CSIR NET full form is the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test. It is a national-level exam that is conducted for those who are willing to make a career as a Junior Research fellowship in government PSUs and the assistant professor/Lectureship (LS) in government universities. The exam is held two times a year, in June and December. Students having a Science and Technology background and are interested in pursuing their career in the same background can apply for this exam.
CSIR NET exam has subjects that fall under the faculty of Science and technology only. This exam is very different from the UGC NET exam. Only five (05) subjects fall under the CSIR NET exam that have been listed below:
- Chemical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
CSIR NET 2024 Exam Latest Updates
The Joint CSIR-UGC-NET Examination has completed the CSIR NET exam on 25, 26 & 27 July 2024 in online mode. Those who appeared for the exam will soon be able to download the CSIR NET result 2024 from official website or the direct link that shall be updated here. The CSIR NET result will have the scorecard, final answer key, cut off scored by the candidates in the examination.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) had extended the last date to apply online for the CSIR NET June 2024 exam. The candidates can fill the CSIR NET online form and submit the application fee up to 27th May, up to 11:50 PM. No changes in the exam date has been made by the NTA, the exam shall be held on 25th, 26th and 27th June 2024.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the CSIR NET 2024 notification for the June session on its official website. The candidates can apply online for the exam from 1 to 21 May while the fee has to be paid by 23 May 2024. However, now the application date and correction dates have been revised by the NTA. The exam date is 25, 26 & 27th June 2024.
The CSIR NET exam will have a total of five papers - Mathematical Science, Life Science, Chemical Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science. The exam will be held in online mode, i.e. Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Those who will be able to achieve the required cut off marks will then be issued the CSIR UGC NET which will be the eligibility certificate to apply for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS) in Indian universities and colleges. Get the latest updates and details on the CSIR NET exam on this page.
- 28 August 2024: CSIR NET result can be declared anytime soon by the UPSC.
- 9 August 2024: CSIR NET provisional answer key 2024 is released.
- 22 July 2024: CSIR NET admit card 2024 has been released by the NTA.
CSIR NET June 2024 Exam Highlights
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test (CSIR NET) is conducted by the National Testing Agency two times in a year. It is conducted once in June and another time in December. This is one of the most important teaching exams that is held for lectureship and research fellowship opportunities in Indian colleges and universities. Check the major highlights of the CSIR NET exam in the following table.
| CSIR UGC NET 2024- Exam Summary | |
| Exam Name | CSIR UGC NET June 2024 |
| Full-Form | CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Type | National level competitive exam |
| Exam Frequency | Twice a year (June & December) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| CSIR UGC NET June 2024 Exam Date | 25, 26 & 27 June 2024 |
| Mode of Exam | Online - CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Language/Medium of Exam | English and Hindi |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.ac.in nta.ac.in/ |
CSIR NET 2024 Exam Date
UGC has informed about the application date, exam date and other important dates related to the CSIR NET exam on its website along with the notification. The exam date for the CSIR NET was deferred to August. The result for the CSIR NET June exam is expected to be announced by 31 August 2024. Check the important dates below.
| CSIR NET 2024 Important Dates | |
| Events | Dates |
| CSIR NET Notification 2024 | 1 May 2024 |
| CSIR NET 2024 Application Form Start Date | 1 May 2024 |
| Last date for CSIR NET 2024 Application Form Submission | 27 May 2024 |
| Last date for CSIR NET Application Fee Payment | 22 May 2024 to 23 May 2024 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| CSIR UGC NET Application Form Online Correction Window | 29 May 2024 to 31 May 2024 |
| CSIR NET City Intimation Slip Release Date | 16 July 2024 |
| CSIR NET 2024 Admit Card Release Date | 21 July 2024 |
| CSIR NET Exam Date 2024 | 25 to 27 July 2024 |
| CSIR NET Provisional Answer Key Release Date | 9th August 2024 |
| CSIR NET 2024 Final Answer Key Release Date | By 31st August 2024 (Expected) |
| CSIR NET Result Date 2024 | By 31st August 2024 (Expected) |
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CSIR NET 2024 Result
The CSIR UGC NET Result 2024 will be published on the CSIR NET official website. The CSIR NET result will be released along with the final answer key and cut off marks. The candidates who will secure the cut off marks will be awarded the CSIR UGC NET certificate.
CSIR NET Answer Key 2024
The NTA will release the CSIR NET Answer Key 2024 after it has successfully conducted the CSIR NET 2024 exam. The steps to check the official CSIR NET answer key is given below.
Step 1: Visit the CSIR NET official website- csirnet.nta.nic.in
Step 2: Click on the CSIR NET answer key link which appears on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your login credentials such as application number, Password/date of birth and security pin and click on the submit button.
Step 4: Once you have entered the credentials, the CSIR NET answer key PDF will be displayed on the screen.
Step 5: Download and save the answer key for further use.
CSIR NET 2024 Notification PDF
The CSIR NET 2024 Notification has now been released for the June session by the National Testing Agency. The notification has details about the apply online date, exam date, eligibility, syllabus, etc. Candidates can download the CSIR NET notification PDF by visiting the CSIR UGC NET website which is csirnet.nta.ac.in or the direct link that has been shared below here.
| CSIR UGC NET 2024 June Notification | Download PDF |
CSIR NET June 2024 Application Form
The CSIR UGC NET application form is now active up to 21 May 2024. The candidates could apply for the exam by visiting the official website during this period. The application form for CSIR UGC NET exam could be filled in two parts, Registration and Completion of the application form. The candidates can also make corrections in the online form from 25 to 27 May 2024.
CSIR NET 2024 Application Fee
The applicants who fill the CSIR UGC NET application form have to pay the CSIR NET application fee. The fee has been increased by Rs. 50 this year for each category of candidates. The fee can be paid through online mode via debit card/credit card/internet banking. The category-wise application fee is as follows. Check the revised CSIR NET application fee below.
| Category of the candidate | CSIR NET Application Fee |
| General | Rs. 1150 |
| EWSOBC – Non-creamy layer | Rs. 600 |
| SC/ST/Third Gender | Rs. 325 |
| PwD | NIL |
CSIR NET 2024 Exam Pattern
The CSIR NET is an online exam that consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The exam is held for a duration of 3 Hours with 3 parts in each paper. The exam also consists of negative marking where the ngative marking differs for different subjects. Check the table below to know more about the CSIR NET exam pattern.
| Particulars | CSIR UGC NET Exam Pattern |
| Exam mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Exam duration | 180 minutes (3 hours) |
| Number of sections/parts | 3 in each paper |
| No. of questions | Total Questions- 610 To be attempted- 310 |
| Type of questions | MCQs; 4 options with only 1 correct option |
| Total marks | 200 for each paper |
| Negative marking | Yes |
| Language of paper | English and Hindi |
CSIR NET Exam Pattern Subject Wise
The CSIR NET exam is for a total of 200 marks. There are three sections in each paper, Part A, B and C. The marking scheme varies for each of the papers. Candidates can check the subject-wise CSIR NET exam pattern in the following table.
| CSIR UGC NET Subject-wise Scheme | ||||
| Subjects | No. of Questions | To be attempted | Marking Scheme | Negative Marking |
| Chemical Sciences | 120 Part A- 20 Part B- 40 Part C- 60 | 75 Part A- 15 Part B- 35 Part C- 25 | 200 Part A- 2 Part B- 2 Part C- 4 | Part A- 0.5 Part B- 0.5 Part C- 1 |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences | 150 Part A- 20 Part B- 50 Part C- 80 | 75 Part A- 15 Part B- 35 Part C- 25 | 200 Part A- 2 Part B- 2 Part C- 4 | Part A- 0.5 Part B- 0.5 Part C- 1.32 |
| Life Sciences | 145 Part A- 20 Part B- 50 Part C- 75 | 45 Part A- 15 Part B- 35 Part C- 25 | 200 Part A- 2 Part B- 2 Part C- 4 | Part A- 0.5 Part B- 0.5 Part C- 1 |
| Mathematical Sciences | 120 Part A- 20 Part B- 40 Part C- 60 | 60 Part A- 15 Part B- 25 Part C- 20 | 200 Part A- 2 Part B- 3 Part C- 4.75 | Part A- 0.5 Part B- 0.75 Part C- 0 |
| Physical Sciences | 75 Part A- 20 Part B- 25 Part C- 30 | 55 Part A- 15 Part B- 20 Part C- 20 | 200 Part A- 2 Part B- 3.5 Part C- 5 | Part A- 0.5 Part B- 0.875 Part C- 1.25 |
CSIR NET Cut-Off 2024
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the CSIR NET subject-wise Cut-off after it has declared the CSIR NET result. Candidates will be able to download the subject-wise CSIR NET Cut-Off by visiting the official website. Candidates will be able to check the subject-wise and category-wise cut-off marks once it is released. In the meantime, you can check the CSIR NET June 2021 cut off for Junior Research Fellowship and Lectureship/Assistant Professor below in the table.
CSIR NET June 2021 Cut-Off
| Subject | Junior Research Fellowship (NET) | |||||
| UR (%) | EWS (%) | OBC (%) | SC (%) | ST (%) | PWD (%) | |
| Chemical Science | 52.750 | 46.250 | 45.500 | 36.250 | 27.250 | 25.000 |
| Earth Science | 60.860 | 54.790 | 53.060 | 46.400 | 42.810 | 26.400 |
| Life Science* | 98.7860248 | 96.0688715 | 96.2291169 | 90.5329255 | 84.8720013 | 64.7657382 |
| Mathematical Science | 49.250 | 44.875 | 42.750 | 34.375 | 27.000 | 25.000 |
| Physical Science | 38.813 | 33.000 | 33.000 | 25.000 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
| Subject | Lectureship/Assistant professor (NET) | |||||
| UR (%) | EWS (%) | OBC (%) | SC (%) | ST (%) | PWD (%) | |
| Chemical Science | 47.475 | 41.625 | 40.950 | 32.625 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
| Earth Science | 54.774 | 49.311 | 47.754 | 41.760 | 38.529 | 25.000 |
| Life Science* | 97.0117533 | 93.8765769 | 93.8765769 | 86.3854452 | 79.8293351 | 63.6902270 |
| Mathematical Science | 44.325 | 40.388 | 38.475 | 30.938 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
| Physical Science | 34.932 | 33.000 | 33.000 | 25.000 | 25.000 | 25.000 |
CSIR NET 2024 Admit Card
The National Testing Agency (NTA) shall release the CSIR NET Admit Card a week before the examination. The CSIR NET Admit Card will be made available on the official website of CSIR NET. Check the steps to download the CSIR NET admit card below:
Step 1: Visit the official website of CSIR NET which is csirnet.nta.ac.in/-
Step 2: Select the ‘CSIR NET Admit Card Download’ link that appears on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your login credentials like Application No. and Date of Birth/Password.
Step 4: Click on the submit button and the the CSIR Admit card 2024 will be available.
Step 5: Click on the download link and take its printouts to appear for the exam.
CSIR NET 2024 Shift Timing
The CSIR NET exam shall be held in two shifts. As per the previous year CSIR NET exam schedule, the exam timing for 1st and 2nd shift is given in the following table.
| CSIR NET 2024 Exam Day Events | CSIR NET First Shift Timings | CSIR NET Second Shift Timings |
| Timing of exam | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM | 3:00 PM-6:00 PM |
| Duration of exam | 3 hours without break | 3 hours without break |
| Entry into the exam centre | 7:00-8:00 AM | 1:00-2:00 PM |
| Entry into the exam hall/room | 8:15-8:30 AM | 2:15-2:30 PM |
| Checking of admit cards by the invigilator | 8:30-8:45 AM | 2:30-2:45 PM |
| Sitting on the seat in the exam hall | 8:45 AM | 2:45 PM |
| Instructions by the invigilators | 8:45-8:55 AM | 2:45-2:55 PM |
| Test commences | 9:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| Test concludes | 12:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
CSIR NET Certificate 2024
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) will issue the CSIR NET Certificate 2024 for the CSIR NET exam for June 2024 session to the candidates who will qualify the CSIR NET exam. Only those applicants who pass the exam and become eligible for JRF and lectureship are given CSIR NET Certificate.
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