CSIR NET 2025: Notification, Application, Eligibility, Exam Date, Syllabus, Pattern & Latest Updates

Updated By Ankita Jha on 12 Nov, 2024 16:47

The NTA will release the CSIR NET 2025 notification for the June session available on its official website, along with the application form. Check out the complete CSIR NET 2025 exam details here!

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CSIR UGC NET 2025 - June Session

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the official notification for June session in May 2025. The CSIR NET 2025 application form for the June session will be released along with the notification on its official website, csirnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates who wish to apply online for the CSIR NET 2025 June session should review the eligibility requirements before filling out the CSIR NET 2025 application form. Candidates who successfully complete the application form will be able to sit for the CSIR NET 2025 June exam and will receive the CSIR NET Admit Card 2025. The CSIR UGC NET 2025 June exam is expected to take place in the July 2025 as per the previous year trend.

Here, we will explain how to correctly fill out the CSIR NET June 2025 Application Form in order to avoid errors. The CSIR UGC NET Application Form has four stages: registration, application, document uploading, and fee payment. Before submitting the CSIR NET Online Form, candidates must ensure that they meet the CSIR NET Eligibility Criteria 2025. 

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CSIR UGC NET 2025: Highlights

Given below are some of the major highlights for the CSIR NET 2025 exam:

Name of the Exam

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam

Conducting Authority

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Frequency of Exam

Twice a Year

Exam Type

National Level Exam

Purpose of Exam

Eligibility test that determines

  • Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and appointment as Assistant Professor
  • Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to PhD 
  • Admission to PhD only in Indian universities and colleges
Subjects
  • Chemical Sciences
  • Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences
  • Life Sciences
  • Mathematical Sciences
  • Physical Sciences

Exam Duration

180 Minutes

Exam Mode

Online

CSIR NET 2025 Official Website

https://csirnet.nta.ac.in / www.nta.ac.in

What is CSIR NET 2025 Exam?

CSIR UGC NET exam is administered twice a year by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The following criteria are met by candidates who pass the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam:

  • Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and appointment as Assistant Professor
  • Appointment as Assistant Professor and admission to PhD 
  • Admission to PhD only in Indian universities and colleges

CSIR NET exam is conducted under five different subject domains. These include Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences and Physical Sciences. CSIR and UGC provide research fellowships for training in diverse research methods under expert faculty members/scientists working in University Department/ National Laboratories and Institutions in various fields of Science. A sufficient number of Junior Research Fellowships are awarded each year by CSIR to candidates after qualifying the CSIR NET Test conducted by it.

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) and the University Grant Commission (UGC) offer Research Fellowships for training in methods of research. These research fellowships are provided for the candidates under the expert guidance of scientists and faculty members working in various university departments or National Laboratories and Institutions in various fields of Science. Only bonafide Indian Citizens are eligible for the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam. Joint CSIR UGC NET Fellowship is tenable in India. The programme is aimed at National Science & Technology Human Resource Development. 

Note: The validity period CSIR NET Certificate for an assistant professor is forever. However, the award of the Joint CSIR-UGC NET Fellowship is for a fixed tenure.

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Dates

It is important for the candidates to stay updated with the important dates for CSIR NET 2025 exam June session so that they don’t miss out on important events:

Events

June Exam Dates

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Notification

May 2025

Commencement of CSIR UGC NET 2025 Application Process

May 2025

Last Date for Submitting CSIR NET 2025 exam Applications

May 2025

Last Date to Pay the CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam Application Fee

May 2025 

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Application Correction Window

May 2025 

CSIR NET 2025 Admit Card

July 2025

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam Dates

July 2025

Provisional CSIR NET 2025 Exam Answer Key

August 2025
Final CSIR UGC NET 2025 Answer KeySeptember 2025

CSIR NET 2025 Result 

September 2025
CSIR NET 2025 Cut OffOctober 2025

CSIR NET Result 2025

NTA will release the CSIR UGC NET result 2025 on the official website in September 2025. The CSIR NET scorecard 2025 can only be accessed through the applicant’s login on the official website. However, the CSIR NET June 2025 cut-off will be released as a PDF which can be accessed without the candidate’s login. 

How to Download CSIR NET June Result 2025 @csirnet.nta ac.in?

The candidates can download the CSIR NET result/scorecard for the June 2025 session by following the steps below:

  • Go to the official website-csirnet.nta.ac.in
  • Click on the CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Result link available on the website 
  • The link will redirect to the applicant’s login page 
  • Fill out the login credentials- application  number and date of birth 
  • Enter the Security PIN as available on the screen 
  • Click on the submit button
  • The CSIR NET result 2025 will appear on teh screen 
  • Download the CSIR UGC NET result and save it for later use

CSIR NET Result 2025 Direct Link

The direct link to download the CSIR NET result 2025 has been provided on the page. The candidate can click the CSIR UGC NET result direct link and it will be redirected to the result login page on the official website. Check the NTA NET 2025 result direct link below.

CSIR NET Result 2025: Direct Link(To be activated)

CSIR NET Cut off 2025

With the declaration of the CSIR NET results, the CSIR NET cut off 2025  cut-off is expected to be released soon on the official websiteas a PDF for all the subjects (Category Wise). The candidate who will secure marks equal to or more than the released cut-off in their category will be considered qualified for the CSIR NET June 2025 exam.

CSIR NET Previous Session Cut-Off

Candidates can check the previous year's cut-offs of the CSIR NET exam in the table below. The previous year's CSIR NET cut-off will help the candidates get the expected cut-off for the current year. Check the cut-off below:

CSIR NET December 2023 JRF Cut Off 

Subject

UR (%)

EWS (%)

OBC (%)

SC (%)

ST (%)

PwD (%)

Chemical

Science

59.00

51.50

51.00

39.25

30.50

25.00

Earth

Science

62.63

56.97

56.61

46.31

44.61

25.10

Life

Science*

99.2136117

97.1787795

97.1787795

92.2447812

85.4189305

72.0188733

Mathematical

Science

54.875

47.625

47.125

36.00

29.625

26.125

Physical

Science

43.938

36.688

36.75

30.375

26.938

25.875

CSIR NET December 2023 Cut Off- Lectureship/Assistant 

Subject

UR (%)

EWS (%)

OBC (%)

SC (%)

ST (%)

PwD (%)

Chemical

Science

53.10

46.35

45.90

35.325

27.45

25.00

Earth

Science

56.367

51.273

50.949

41.679

40.149

25.00

Life

Science*

98.0541384

94.9213612

94.9213612

88.5506398

80.5919359

72.0188733

Mathematical

Science

49.3875

42.8625

42.4125

32.40

26.6625

25.00

Physical

Science

39.5442

33.0192

33.075

27.3375

25.00

25.00

CSIR NET Minimum Qualifying Marks 2024

Candidates have to secure minimum qualifying marks so that they will be considered for the rank list. The candidates who will not secure minimum qualifying marks according to their categories their marks will not be considered for the rank list. Check the CSIR NET minimum qualifying marks below:

Category

Minimum Qualifying Marks

General

33%

OBC

33%

SC

25%

ST

25%

PwD

25%

CSIR NET 2025 Answer Key

CSIR NET final answer key 2025 will be made available by the National Testing Agency in September of that year. The candidates can access the CSIR NET answer key 2025 online. The CSIR NET final answer key 2025 is available for download by candidates who will be taking the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam. Candidates can access the question paper, response sheet, and answer key as soon as the NTA releases the CSIR NET 2025 provisional answer key.

Students can raise their objections against the answer key of the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam if they find any discrepancy in the answer key.

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Pattern

CSIR NET 2025 exam is an online exam that is conducted in CBT mode. Check out the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam pattern of the test here.

Particulars

Details

Exam Duration

3 hours

Question Type

MCQs

Exam Mode

CBT/ Online mode

Question Paper Division

3 sections (explained below)

Medium of Instructions

Hindi & English

Total Questions per Subject


75- 50 (varies per subject)

The CSIR NET 2025 exam paper will be divided into 3 parts that are ‘Part A’, ‘Part B’, and ‘Part C’. The details regarding the CSIR NET 2025 exam pattern are captured below:

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Pattern Part A

  • It is common for all subjects in CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam. 

  • Part A will contain a maximum of 20 questions from the General Aptitude. 

  • Aspirants need to attempt any 15 questions out of 20.

  • Each correct attempt will provide 2 marks with each to clear this section.

  • Each incorrect attempt gets 0.5 deduction.

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Pattern Part B

  • This section will contain conventional Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) related to the chosen subjects. 

  • The candidate has to attempt around 20- 35 questions to clear this section.

  • The total Marks allocated to Part B is 70 out of a total of 200.

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Pattern Part C

  • This part will contain higher-value questions to judge the candidate's knowledge as well as the application of scientific concepts. 

  • The questions in Part C of CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam will be analytical. Aspirants have to apply their scientific knowledge to solve scientific problems.

  • Total Marks allocated to Part C will be 100 out of a total of 200

  • Negative marking schemes will be followed for the wrong questions.

CSIR NET 2025 Paper Analysis

Candidates who are aspiring to crack the CSIR NET 2025 exam must go through the paper analysis of previous years. The CSIR NET exam analysis 2024 shows the exam pattern, question distribution, and difficulty level of each section. Candidates should review the CSIR NET exam analysis to analyze the weightage of each subject, such as Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Understanding the distribution of questions will help the candidates study time efficiently and focus on high-scoring areas. This will also help the candidates to make study strategies and maximise their chances of success in the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam.

CSIR NET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

CSIR NET eligibility criteria 2025 is very significant before filling the application form for CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam. The candidates must check that they are meeting CSIR NET 2025 eligibility criteria. The candidates will be disqualified at any stage if they are found not meeting the CSIR NET 2025 exam eligibility criteria. The CSIR UGC NET eligibility criteria 2025 as mentioned below must be checked properly by the candidate before filling the application form for CSIR NET 2025 exam. 

  • General/Unreserved/General-EWS Candidates: Must secure at least 55% marks in Master’s Degree or equivalent from recognized institutions.
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender Candidates: Must secure at least 50% marks in Master’s Degree or equivalent.
  • Current Master's Students: Candidates pursuing or awaiting results for their Master's degree can apply. They must secure the required percentage (55% for General/EWS, 50% for reserved categories) within two years of the NET result.
  • Ph.D. Candidates: Master's degree holders who completed by 19 September 1991 get a 5% relaxation in marks (from 55% to 50%).
  • Third Gender Candidates: Eligible for the same relaxations as SC/ST/PwD categories in terms of fee, age, and qualifying criteria.
  • Equivalence of Foreign Degrees: Candidates with foreign degrees or diplomas should verify equivalence with AIU.
  • Provisional Admission: Candidates admitted provisionally must complete their Master's within the stipulated time with required marks, or else face disqualification.
  • Eligibility Criteria for NET (Based on Four-Year Undergraduate Degree):

  • General/Unreserved/General-EWS Candidates:
    • Must have at least 75% marks in aggregate in a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree.
  • SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS Candidates:
    • A relaxation of 5% marks is allowed.
  • NET Qualification:
    • Candidates with a four-year undergraduate degree can qualify for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Ph.D. admission.
    • Such candidates are not eligible for Assistant Professor positions.
  • Current Final Year Students:
    • Candidates in their last semester/year of a four-year bachelor’s degree can apply provisionally.
    • Must meet the UGC PhD eligibility criteria within two years (for JRF) or one year (for PhD only) from the NET result date.

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Age Limit

  • Not more than 30 years as of June 2025.
  • Relaxation up to 5 years for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, Third gender categories, women applicants, candidates with research experience, and armed forces personnel.
  • Total age relaxation shall not exceed five years.

CSIR NET 2025 Application Form

CSIR NET 2025 Application Form for the June session will be released by the National Testing Agency. Candidates can fill out the CSIR NET 2025 exam application form till May 2025. The CSIR NET application form 2025 will be released in an online mode on the official website- csirnet.nta.nic.in by the NTA. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should fill out the application form of the CSIR NET 2025 exam. The CSIR NET application process includes registration, uploading a photograph and signature, filling out all of the details in the online application form, paying the application fee, previewing the application, and printing the acknowledgement form. Candidates must pay the application fees online using Debit/Credit Cards or Internet Banking before submitting the CSIR NET application form 2025. Check the steps to apply for CSIR UGC NET 2025 mentioned below. 

  • Aspirants need to visit the official website of the CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam.

  • At first, the students are required to get themselves registered for CSIR NET 2025 exam.

  • Then, they need to log in with their registered credentials for CSIR NET 2025 exam.

  • Fill out the CSIR NET 2025 exam application form available using personal and academic details.

  • Upload the scanned documents as per the instructions available on the official website itself.

  • After submitting the form, the candidate needs to pay the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam application fee through one of the online payment gateways.

CSIR NET 2025 Syllabus

The CSIR NET 2025 exam syllabus is divided into three parts - Part A, B and C. The syllabus of CSIR NET for all three parts is mentioned below.

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam Syllabus - Part A

Though the candidates can download the detailed CSIR NET syllabus 2025 from the official website of CSIR NET 2025 exam, but a glimpse of the syllabus and important topics for different parts are mentioned below for their reference. To prepare for the exam, candidates should review the topics covered in their respective CSIR NET subjects. We have provided the complete CSIR UGC NET Syllabus 2025 for all of the subjects prescribed by the CSIR. Candidates should review the CSIR NET syllabus well in advance of the exam.

Numerical Ability- Logarithms, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest & Compound Interest, Number and Simplification, Average, Quadratic Equations, Sequence and Series, Surd and Indices, Partnership, LCM and HCF, Probability, Mensuration.

Reasoning- Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Series Formation, Ranking and Arrangement, Distance and Directions, Calendar and Clock, etc.

Data Interpretation and Graphical Analysis- Mean, Median & Mode, Graphical Analysis: Bar Graph, Line Graph, Pie-Chart, Tabulation, Measures of Dispersion. 

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Syllabus - Part B & C

A detailed CSIR NET 2025 exam syllabus that will help the students to score better in the exam and present better clarity of the topics to be covered are mentioned below.

Chemical Sciences - Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Interdisciplinary topics, etc.

Earth Sciences - Geology, Applied Geology, Ocean Sciences, Physical Geography, Geophysics, Meteorology, etc.

Life Sciences- Molecules and their Interaction, Diversity of Life Forms, Cell Communication and Cell Signaling, Cellular Organization, Developmental Biology,  Ecological Principles, etc.

Mathematical Sciences- Analysis Linear Algebra, Complex Analysis Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Calculus of Variations, Topology, Ordinary Differential Equations (ODEs), Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), Linear Integral Equations, Classical Mechanics, Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, etc.

Physical Sciences- Mathematical Methods of Physics, Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetic Theory, Atomic and Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamic and Statistical Physics, Electronics and Experimental Methods, etc.

CSIR NET 2025 Important Books

Candidates are expected to go through the important books that will help them in scoring good marks in CSIR NET 2025 examination. There are many books present in the market both online and offline, however, they must check subject-wise CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam books as mentioned in the table given below:

Subject

Book Name

Author/Publisher

Mathematical Sciences

CSIR-UGC NET/ SET (JRF & LS) Mathematical Sciences

Khanna Publishers

Life Sciences

UGC CSIR NET/ SET (JRF & LS) Life Sciences

Arihant

Physical Science

CSIR-UGC NET/ JRF/ SET Physical Sciences

Upkar’s

Chemical Sciences

UGC-CSIR JRF/ NET Chemical Sciences (Chemistry)

Trueman’s

Earth Sciences

Joint CSIR-UGC NET Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences

R. Gupta’s

CSIR UGC NET 2025 Notification

CSIR UGC NET 2025 notification for June session will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website of CSIR NET at csirnet.nta.nic.in. The CSIR UGC NET 2025 notification includes all the important details such as CSIR NET 2025 exam dates, registration dates, application form details, application fee, syllabus, and other details. Some of them are mentioned below:

  • Online application form starting and ending
  • Last date of payment of fee
  • Correction window
  • Exam dates
  • Exam mode
  • Exam duration
  • Exam pattern
  • Medium of the paper
  • Total test papers
  • Website

CSIR NET 2025 Preparation Tips

Candidates must go through beneficial CSIR NET 2025 preparation tips as mentioned below:

  • Go through the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam syllabus in detail and exam pattern before preparing for the Exam.
  • Solve maximum mock test possible for CSIR NET before appearing for final CSIR NET 2025 exam. 
  • Must make a doable time table and follow the same strictly and should ensure giving time for topics they are weak at.
  • Candidates must start with the basics and then move on to the advanced topics gradually.
  • Candidates must make important notes for all the topics so that they can revise a few days before the CSIR NET 2025 exam.
  • The candidates must reserve the last few days for revision so that they remember the important topics during the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam. 
  • Must solve as many CSIR NET 2025 exam previous years question papers as possible in order to understand the CSIR NET 2025 pattern and difficulty level of the examination. 
  • Must go through the study material that is relevant and must go through the important books that will help them in effective CSIR NET 2025 exam preparation.

CSIR NET 2025 Previous Year Papers

Aspirants preparing for the CSIR NET 2025 exam must practise the CSIR NET previous year question papers. The CSIR NET previous year papers serve as the study resources to familiarize with the exam pattern, question format, and difficulty level. These CSIR NET previous year papers provide access to the types of questions asked in previous years to know the strengths and weaknesses.

By solving CSIR NET previous year papers, candidates increase the level of preparation to score the best marks. This also helps in time management strategies during the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam. This will boost the confidence and readiness for the CSIR NET 2025 examination.

CSIR NET 2025 Mock Test

The CSIR UGC NET 2025 mock test is one of the best ways to enhance confidence among the aspirants appearing for the CSIR NET 2025 exam. They should solve the maximum mock test paper possible to understand CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam pattern, time management, level of difficulty of questions, and also to analyze their strong and weak areas.

CSIR NET 2025 Admit Card

CSIR NET 2025 exam admit card will be issued by NTA. The candidates who have registered and submitted the complete application form before the deadline are issued the CSIR NET admit card 2025. After the CSIR NET 2025 exam admit cards are out on the official website of CSIR, the aspirant can download the same just by logging into their respective accounts. No entry shall be allowed at the exam venue to the candidates without the CSIR NET 2025 exam admit card.

Steps to Download CSIR UGC NET 2025 Exam

To download CSIR NET 2025 exam admit card the following steps need to be followed:

  • Visit the official website of the CSIR NET 2025 exam
  • Click on the CSIR NET 2025 admit card link mentioned on the homepage
  • Login using the registered login credentials
  • The CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam admit card will be displayed on the screen
  • Download the CSIR NET 2025 admit card PDF & take a few printouts for future reference

CSIR NET Certificate 2025

The candidates who have qualified the exam can become eligible for JRF and lectureship and are therefore awarded a CSIR NET Certificate. Candidates will be able to download the CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam result by following the below-mentioned simple steps:

Step 1: Candidates should visit the official website of the CSIR NET 2025 exam

Step 2: On the official website the candidates would need to click on the joint CSIR UGC NET notification and enter the captcha code and submit the same.

Step 3: Candidates would need to enter their roll number and date of birth

Step 4: In the last step candidates would need to download and save CSIR NET 2025 exam PDF of the same.

How to Download the CSIR NET Cut-Off 2025

Candidates will be able to download the CSIR NET June cut-off 2025 after its release on the official website by following the steps given below:

  • Go to the official website-csirhrdg.res.in 
  • Click on the CSIR NET cut-off link available 
  • The CSIR NET June 2025 cut-off PDF will appear on the  screen 
  • Download the cut-off and save it for later use

CSIR NET Cut Off 2025 PDF

The candidates will be able to check the CSIR NET cut-off through the PDF available below. The CSIR NET cutoff PDF will be provided for the candidates in the table below. However, the candidate can check the previous session category-wise CSIR NET cut-off in the table below:

CSIR NET June 2025 Cut-Off PDF 

To be Released

CSIR NET December 2023 Cut Off PDF 

Click Here

CSIR NET June 2023/December 2022 Cut Off PDF (Merged Session)

Click here

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FAQs about CSIR UGC NET

Is there a negative marking in CSIR NET 2024?

Yes, there is a negative marking scheme for incorrect answers in the CSIR NET 2024 exam.
 

What is the exam pattern for CSIR NET 2024?

The CSIR NET 2024 exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The CSIR NET 2024 exam is conducted for 3 hours for subjects like Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences.
 

When will the CSIR NET 2024 admit cards be available?

The CSIR NET 2024 admit card will be released a few weeks or days before the exam. 
 

What is the mode of conducting the CSIR NET 2024 exam?

The CSIR NET exam is conducted in online mode (Computer Based Test) across various examination centres.
 

Has CSIR NET 2024 Registration Process started for June 2024 Session?

CSIR NET 2024 Registration Process for June Session had commenced on May 01, 2024. The last date for registration was extended to May 27, 2024.

How do I apply for the CSIR NET exam 2024?

Candidates, who would like to appear for CSIR NET 2024, must fill out an application once it is released by the National Testing Agency. Candidates can fill out CSIR NET Application Form 2024 online by visiting the official website.

How many times does the CSIR UGC NET test take place each year?

CSIR NET takes place twice a year. The first session of CSIR NET is conducted in the month of June known as CSIR NET June Session and the second session takes place in the month of December (CSIR NET December Session)

Has CSIR NET 2024 Notification been released?

CSIR NET 2024 Notification has been released by NTA on May 01, 2024. The registration process of the CSIR UGC NET 2024 June Session has commenced on May 01, 2024. 

When will CSIR NET 2024 Exam for June Session conducted?

CSIR NET 2024 June Session Exam Dates have been rescheduled to July 25, 2024- July 27, 2024. Earlier, they were scheduled for June 25- June 27, 2024. However, the dates have been revised due to unavoidable circumstances and logistic issues.

 

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