The National Testing Agency has released the CSIR NET Notification for the June 2024 cycle. The exam is conducted to determine the eligibility of applicants for lectureship and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in various fields of science and technology. CSIR NET is conducted twice every year i.e June and December. The applications are accepted from 1st May 2024 to 21st May 2024. The exam dates are also released along with the detailed notification which are from 25th to 27th June 2024. Check the complete details regarding CSIR NET from the below article.
| CSIR NET Overview | |
| Exam Conducting Body | NTA |
| Exam Name | CSIR NET |
| Application Start Date | 1st May 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st May 2024 |
| Exam Date | 25th to 27th June 2024 |
CSIR NET Notification 2024
The candidates who wish to attend the examination must download the notification to check the details of eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus. Below is the direct link to download the notification.
What is CSIR NET 2024?
CSIR NET 2024 stands for the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test which is conducted by NTA twice every year. It’s an exam conducted to determine if applicants are eligible for certain academic positions.
CSIR NET Apply Online 2024?
The applications are being accepted from 1st May 2024 to 21st May 2024 only through online mode. Follow the steps which are mentioned below to apply for the exam.
Direct Link to Apply for CSIR NET June 2024
Step 1. Click on the direct link mentioned above.
Step 2. Click on the “New Candidate Register Here” button which is on the left hand side. Read the given instructions and proceed.
Step 3. Register by providing the required details like name, phone number, email id, date of birth. You will receive your application number and password..
Step 4: Login using the credentials obtained and you can see the application form flashed on your screen.
Step 5: Fill the details of educational qualification, experience, date of birth, category, fathers name, address, etc.
Step 6: Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature.
Step 7: Click on the submit button and pay the registration fee.
Step 8: Download and take a printout of the application for future reference.
CSIR NET Application Fees
The application fee varies for each category. Below are the category wise application fee details.
| Category | CSIR NET Application Fee |
| General | Rs. 1150 |
| General-EWS/OBC-NCL | Rs. 600 |
| SC/ST/3rd Gender/ PWD | Rs. 325 |
CSIR NET Selection Process
The CSIT NET and examination for determining the eligibility for the JRF and Assistant Professor posts. Candidates who qualify the exam can apply for the posts in various institutes and universities.
CSIR NET Eligibility 2024
To attend the examination, the applicant must meet the age limit, educational qualification. Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria will be rejected by the authorities.
Age Limit
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): The maximum age is 30 years old.
- Assistant Professor: There’s no upper age limit for applying.
- PhD Admission: Age is not a factor for applying through Joint CSIR-UGC-NET for PhD programs.
Educational Qualification
- The applicants must have completed a Master’s degree or equivalent examination from recognized universities/ institutions.
CSIR NET 2024 Exam Structure
- Candidates must select one subject from the options: Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Earth Sciences
- The examination carries a total weightage of 200 marks and is scheduled for 3 hours. Each question holds a value of 2 marks
- And a negative marking scheme is implemented, deducting 1/4 mark for every incorrect response.
| CSIR NET 2024 Exam Structure | |
| Subjects | Number of Questions |
| Life Sciences | 145 |
| Physical Sciences | 75 |
| Chemical Sciences | 120 |
| Mathematical Sciences | 120 |
| Earth Sciences | 150 |