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CSIR NET 2025 Notification Out, Application Link Active, Exam Dates, Vacancy & Eligibility

The CSIR NET 2025 Notification for the June session was released on June 3, 2025, on the official website at csirnet.nta.ac.in in PDF format. The notification also includes the CSIR NET 2025 Application form and exam dates. The application period is from June 3 to June 23, 2025. The last date for fee payment is June 24, 2025 (by 11:59 PM). The correction window will be open on June 25 and 26.

The NTA (National Testing Agency) will conduct the CSIR NET exam twice a year (in June and December). The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has assigned the task of organizing the CSIR-UGC NET 2025 exam to the NTA. The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The CSIR NET 2025 June session exam will take place on July 26, 27, and 28, 2025, to select candidates for lecturer and Junior Research Fellow positions in science faculties. Candidates can find more details about the exam, including eligibility, application process, important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.

CSIR NET 2025 Notification Out

Here’s an overview of the CSIR UGC NET exam, including details about the conducting body, exam mode, number of candidates, contact information, and more.

Particulars Details
Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name Joint CSIR NET June 2025
Purpose JRF & Assistant Professor Eligibility, PhD Admission
Mode of Exam Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration 180 minutes (3 hours)
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Subject Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences
Official Notification PDF
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Medium Bilingual (English & Hindi)
Official Website https://csirnet.nta.ac.in

CSIR NET 2025 Important Dates

The CSIR NET June 2025 exam will be held on 26th, 27th, and 28th July 2025. Here’s the complete schedule:

Event Date
Online Application Starts 3 June 2025
Last Date to Apply 23 June 2025 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment 24 June 2025 (11:59 PM)
Correction Window 25 – 26 June 2025
Exam Dates 26, 27, 28 July 2025

CSIR NET 2025 Application Form Out

The CSIR NET Application Form 2025 for the June 2025 session is now active on the official website https://csirnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates must fill out the NTA CSIR NET June 2025 Online Form for the July Exam before the deadline of 23rd June 2025 to be eligible for the exam. The NTA CSIR NET 2025 form requires personal details, academic qualifications, and contact information, along with scanned copies of a photograph, signature, and category certificate. The NTA NET application fee can be paid online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI, with the last payment date being 24th June 2025.

CSIR NET 2025 Apply Online Link

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Date

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CSIR NET Exam Date 2025 for the June session. The exam will take place on July 26, 27, and 28, 2025. The exam will be held in a single shift with a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes) for all five subjects, i.e., Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences.

Subject Name Exam Date Exam Timing
Mathematical Sciences To be Notified Soon 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
3:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences
Chemical Sciences
Life Sciences
Life Sciences
Physical Science

CSIR NET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To appear for the CSIR NET June 2025, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria and age requirements:

  • General/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates must have 55% marks in a Master’s degree or equivalent.
  • OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender candidates require 50% marks in a Master’s degree.
  • Final-year Master’s students can apply provisionally, but must qualify within 2 years (for JRF/Assistant Professor) or 1 year (for Ph.D. only) from the NET result declaration.
  • 4-year Bachelor’s degree holders (with 75% marks or equivalent) are eligible for JRF & Ph.D., but not for Assistant Professor.
  • Ph.D. holders who completed a Master’s before 19th September 1991 get a 5% relaxation

CSIR NET 2025 Age Limit

The CSIR NET Age Limit (2025) is an important eligibility criterion that varies based on the candidate’s category and the purpose of appearing for the exam. While there’s no upper age limit for those applying solely for Assistant Professor eligibility or Ph.D. admission, candidates aspiring for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) must adhere to specific age restrictions. Here are the NTA CSIR NET June 2025 Online Form application fee details:

Category Maximum Age for JRF Age Relaxation Assistant Professor/Ph.D.
General/Unreserved 30 years No age limit
OBC-NCL 30 years 5 years No age limit
SC/ST 30 years 5 years No age limit
PwD (Persons with Disability) 30 years 5 years No age limit
Third Gender 30 years 5 years No age limit
Women Candidates 30 years 5 years No age limit
Armed Forces Personnel 30 years 5 years (service period) No age limit
Research Experience 30 years 5 years (max) No age limit

CSIR NET 2025 Exam Pattern

The CSIR NET June 2025 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode with three parts (A, B, and C). Each part consists of objective-type, multiple-choice questions (MCQs), and there is no break between papers.

Chemical Science (701)
Particulars Part A Part B Part C Total
Total Questions 20 40 60 120
Max no of questions to attempt 15 35 25 75
Marks for each correct answer 2 2 4 200
Negative marking of 25% 0.5 0.5 1
Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences (702)
Particulars Part A Part B Part C Total
Total Questions 20 50 80 150
Max no of questions to attempt 15 35 25 75
Marks for each correct answer 2 2 4 200
Negative marking- 25% in Part A & B and 33% in Part C 0.5 0.5 1.32
Life Sciences (703)
Particulars Part A Part B Part C Total
Total Questions 20 50 75 145
Max no of questions to attempt 15 35 25 75
Marks for each correct answer 2 2 4 200
Negative marking of 25% in Parts A, B & C 0.5 0.5 1
Mathematical Sciences (704)
Particulars Part A Part B Part C Total
Total Questions 20 40 60 120
Max no of questions to attempt 15 25 20 60
Marks for each correct answer 2 3 4.75 200
Negative marking in Part A & B of 25% and no negative marking in Part C 0.5 0.75 0
Physical Sciences (705)
Particulars Part A Part B Part C Total
Total Questions 20 25 30 75
Max no of questions to attempt 15 20 20 55
Marks for each correct answer 2 3.5 5 200
Negative marking of 25% for Parts A, B, and C 0.5 0.875 1.25

CSIR NET 2025 Cut off

The CSIR NET 2025 Cut Off will be determined by the National Testing Agency (NTA) based on factors like exam difficulty, number of candidates, and available seats, with separate qualifying marks for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor eligibility. The official subject-wise and category-wise cut-offs will be published on csirnet.nta.ac.in along with results. Candidates must secure ≥33% in Part A (General Aptitude) and meet overall sectional thresholds to qualify.

CSIR NET 2025 Syllabus

The CSIR NET Syllabus 2025 is an essential resource for candidates preparing for the Joint CSIR NET examination. Divided into three parts (A, B, and C), it covers General Aptitude common to all subjects along with subject-specific advanced topics across Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Part A tests analytical and reasoning skills, while Parts B and C assess in-depth domain knowledge through conventional MCQs and higher-order application-based questions, respectively.

CSIR NET 2025 Certificate

The CSIR NET 2025 Certificate will be issued digitally to qualifying candidates through the National Testing Agency (NTA) portal, validating their eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor positions, or Ph.D. admission in Indian universities and colleges. Successful candidates can download their e-certificate from the official website after the result declaration, typically within 4-6 weeks of the merit list publication, and must retain it for future academic or professional applications, as no hard copies will be dispatched.

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CSIR NET 2025 Notification

What is the last date to apply for CSIR NET June 2025?

The last date to submit the online application is 23 June 2025 (11:59 PM).

What is the age limit for CSIR NET JRF?

General/Unreserved: Maximum 30 years (as of 1 July 2025).
OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender/Women: Up to 5 years relaxation (max 35 years).
No age limit for Assistant Professor & Ph.D. admission.

What is the minimum qualification for CSIR NET?

General/EWS: 55% in Master’s degree (or equivalent).
OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: 50% in Master’s degree.
Final-year students can apply provisionally.

Can 4-year Bachelor’s degree holders apply?

Yes, but only for JRF & Ph.D. (not Assistant Professor). Minimum 75% marks (70% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD).

What is the exam pattern for CSIR NET?

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Parts:
Part A (General Aptitude) – Common for all.
Part B (Subject MCQs) – Discipline-specific.
Part C (Advanced Questions) – Application-based.
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).

What is the application fee for CSIR NET 2025?

General: ₹1150
OBC-NCL/EWS: ₹600
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹325

Where can I apply for CSIR NET 2025?

Apply online at the official website: https://csirnet.nta.ac.in.

What is the minimum qualifying percentage for CSIR NET 2025?

The qualifying marks vary by category:

JRF Eligibility: ~55% aggregate for General/EWS (50% for OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD)
Lectureship Only: ~50% aggregate for General/EWS (45% for reserved categories)
Part A (General Aptitude): Minimum 33% mandatory for all candidates

How frequently is CSIR NET conducted annually?

CSIR NET is conducted twice yearly (June and December cycles). However, NTA may occasionally merge cycles based on administrative decisions.

Must candidates attempt all three parts (A/B/C) of the exam?

Yes, all three parts are compulsory:
Part A (General Aptitude) - 15 MCQs
Part B (Subject-specific) - 20-35 MCQs (varies by subject)
Part C (Advanced Concepts) - 20-25 MCQs

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