CSIR NET Application Form 2024, Eligibility, Exam Date, csirnet.nta.ac.in

CSIR NET Application Form 2024, Eligibility, Exam Date, csirnet.nta.ac.in

The application form for the CSIR NET December 2024 will be released by the National Testing Agency most probably in November 2024. Individuals need to know that the window to apply for this exam will be available on the official website for two to three weeks at https://csirnet.nta.ac.in/.

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test for the December 2024 will be held to determine eligibility of aspirants for the positions of the Lectureship and awarding JRF in central and state universities and colleges across the country, there is a high speculation that the window to apply will be available in November 2024.

CSIR NET Application Form 2024

The NTA will hold the CSIR NET for December 2024 for Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, and Mathematical Sciences. Individuals who are eagerly waiting for the release of the notification brochure need to know that shortly after its availability on the official website, a direct link to apply will be also activated inside the table.

Application Release November 2024
Eligibility Master’s degree with 55% marks
Final Year Eligibility Allowed
Application Fees Unreserved: ₹1,150; OBC/EWS: ₹600; SC/ST/PWD: ₹325
Exam Date January 2025
Exam Duration 3 hours
Total Questions 55 to 75 MCQs
Negative Marking 25% for incorrect answers

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In order to apply for the CSIR NET December 2024, a candidate is required to provide basic and educational qualification details, attach required documents with photographs and signature, and pay the application fee using the debit card, credit card or any other provided payment gateway through the official web-portal.

CSIR NET 2024 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the CSIR NET for the December 2024 Session, a candidate is required to meet the certain eligibility criterias in terms of educational qualification and age limit.

  • One must have pursued a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, Earth Sciences or Mathematics; or have relevant qualifications with at least 55% score from a university/institution recognized by the UGC/AICTE.
  • There is no upper age limit for Lectureship; but for the JRF, the individual shouldn’t exceed 28 years, the upper age relaxation is applicable for 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 5 years for SC/ST.

Note: Candidates who are in the final year/semester of their postgraduate degree are also eligible to participate in the CSIR NET for December 2024 session.

CSIR NET 2024 Application Fee

In order to apply for the CSIR NET for December 2024 Session, a Unreserved candidate is required to make payment of ₹1,150/-, the payable amount for the Other Backward Class and Economically Weaker Section is only ₹600/-, and those who belongs to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes or Person with Benchmark Disability need to pay ₹325/-.

CSIR NET 2024 Exam Date

The exam date for the CSIR NET for December 2024 will be announced soon by the National Testing Agency across the country at various exam centres, individuals need to know that the exam will be administered in January 2025 with an exam time duration of 03 hours in two shifts from 09:00 am to 12:00 noon, and 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm.

CSIR NET 2024 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern for the CSIR NET for December 2024 session is available below in terms of mode, duration, total questions, maximum marks, question type, marking scheme, section and medium is available below.

  • Mode: Online
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Total Questions:
    • Earth Sciences: 75 MCQs
    • Chemical Sciences: 75 MCQs
    • Life Sciences: 75 MCQs
    • Mathematical Sciences: 60 MCQs
    • Physical Sciences: 55 MCQs
  • Maximum Marks: 200
  • Question Type: Objective
  • Marking Scheme:
    • Correct Answer:
      • Part A: 2 marks
      • Part B: 2 marks (Chemical, Earth, Life Sciences); 3 marks (Mathematical Sciences); 3.5 marks (Physical Sciences)
      • Part C: 4 marks (Chemical, Earth, Life Sciences); 4.75 marks (Mathematical Sciences); 5 marks (Physical Sciences)
    • Negative Marking:
      • Typically 25% (0.5 marks) for incorrect answers in Parts A and B.
      • Varies for Part C (33% for some subjects).
  • Sections:
    • Part A: Common for all subjects, covering topics like logical reasoning and analytical ability.
    • Part B: Subject-related questions.
    • Part C: Analytical questions requiring application of scientific concepts.
  • Medium: English and Hindi.

How to apply for CSIR NET December 2024?

In order to apply for recruitment of the CSIR NET December 2024 is available below, go through the step-by-step instructions.

  • Go to the official website of the CSIR NET, which is accessible only at https://csirnet.nta.ac.in/.
  • Find an option that reads ‘Registration – CSIR-NET December 2024,’ tap on it and go to the next webpage.
  • Here, you need to enter a mobile number, e-mail address and other details to complete the registration process.
  • Now, you need to login with your Application Number and Password, and provide basic and educational qualification details, accurately.
  • Upload required documents with photographs and signature in required size and format, and then pay the application fee.

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