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🔬 About CSIR NET
What is CSIR NET?
CSIR NET is conducted by NTA for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship in Science subjects. Successful candidates can pursue PhD with fellowship or become lecturers in science colleges.
Subjects
- Life Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences
Eligibility
- MSc / Integrated BS-MS with 55%
- Final year MSc students also eligible
- JRF: Max 28 years (relaxation for reserved)
- No age limit for Lectureship
- BSc (Hons) also eligible for some
Benefits
- JRF: ₹31,000/month fellowship
- SRF: ₹35,000/month after 2 years
- Lectureship eligibility in colleges
- Valid for lifetime (Lectureship)
- Required for science faculty posts
📅 Exam Calendar
| Exam | Expected Date | Status |
|---|
| CSIR NET June 2026 | June 2026 | Expected |
| CSIR NET December 2026 | December 2026 | Awaited |
* Check csirnet.nta.ac.in for confirmed schedule.
📄 Syllabus
| Subject/Paper | Topics | Marks |
|---|
| Part A — General Aptitude | General Science, Quantitative Reasoning, Research Aptitude | 30 Marks |
| Part B — Subject | Core subject questions | 70 Marks |
| Part C — Subject | Higher order subject questions | 100 Marks |
* Check csirnet.nta.ac.in for complete syllabus.
📊 Previous Cut-off / Ranks
Cut-off data will be updated after each exam result. Check official website for previous year cut-offs.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between UGC NET and CSIR NET?
UGC NET covers Humanities. CSIR NET covers pure Sciences. Both conducted by NTA.
Can Telugu students appear for CSIR NET?
Yes, CSIR NET is open to all Indians. Telugu students regularly appear in Life and Chemical Sciences.
What is the JRF fellowship amount?
₹31,000/month for first 2 years, then ₹35,000/month as SRF. Additional HRA also provided.
Official website?
csirnet.nta.ac.in