CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 Out, Direct Download PDF Here

The CSIR NET (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) 2025 has released the CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 for candidates aspiring to qualify for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor positions in Indian universities and colleges. The exam was concluded on 28th July 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidate can challenge the answer key if they find any error till 3 August 2025. This article provides a detailed guide on how to download the answer key, check subject-wise solutions, and raise objections (if any).

CSIR NET Answer Key 2025: Overview

The CSIR NET (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) 2025 is a prestigious examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor positions in Indian universities and colleges. CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 is released by NTA, allowing candidates to cross-check their responses and calculate their expected scores.

How to Download CSIR NET Answer Key 2025

Follow these steps to download the CSIR NET Answer Key 2025:

1. Visit the official website: https://csirnet.nta.ac.in.
2. Click on the “CSIR NET Answer Key 2025” link.
3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
4. Select your Subject (Chemical, Earth, Life, Mathematical, or Physical Sciences).
5. The answer key (PDF) will be displayed.
6. Download and save it for future reference.

Download CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 Subject-wise

The CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 has been provided separately for all five subjects. Click on the link below to download the NET Answer Key 2025 through their Login Details.

Download CSIR NET Answer Key 2025 Subject wise

CSIR NET Response Sheet 2025

The CSIR NET Response Sheet 2025, has been released along with the provisional answer key, will allow candidates to access their marked answers from the examination. CSIR NET Response Sheet 2025 helps aspirants cross-verify their attempted questions against the official answer key to estimate their scores. Candidates can download their response sheet by logging in with their application number and date of birth, and discrepancies (if any) can be challenged till 3 August 2025 by paying a nominal fee per question. The final answer key, released after considering all objections, will be used for result preparation.

Link To Challenge the CSIR NET Response Sheet 2025

How to Challenge CSIR NET Answer Key 2025

If candidates find any discrepancies in the provisional answer key, they can raise objections within the given window.

1. Visit the official NTA website.
2. Click on “Challenge Answer Key”.
3. Select the question ID and provide supporting documents (if required).
4. Pay the objection fee (₹200 per question).
5. Submit the objection before the deadline.

CSIR NET Marking Scheme 2025

The CSIR NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test) is conducted for determining eligibility for junior research fellowships (JRF) and lectureship (LS) positions in various scientific and technical subjects. The marking scheme can vary slightly depending on the specific subject and the nature of the paper. However, the general structure remains consistent. Here’s an outline of the CSIR NET 2025 marking scheme:

1. Exam Pattern

The CSIR NET exam typically consists of three papers:

• Paper I: General Aptitude (common for all subjects)
• Paper II: Subject-specific questions (based on your chosen subject)
• Paper III: Subject-specific questions (advanced level)

2. Marking Scheme for Each Paper

• Paper I:
  • Total Marks: 25
  • Number of Questions: 20
  • Each question carries 2 marks.
  • Negative Marking: There is no negative marking for Paper I.
• Paper II:
  • Total Marks: 75
  • Number of Questions: 50
  • Each question carries 1.5 marks.
  • Negative Marking: There is a 0.5 mark negative for each wrong answer.
• Paper III:
  • Total Marks: 150
  • Number of Questions: 75
  • Each question carries 2 marks.
  • Negative Marking: There is a 0.5 mark negative for each wrong answer.

3. Overall Marking Scheme

• Total Marks for the entire exam: 300 marks.
  • Paper I: 25 marks
  • Paper II: 75 marks
  • Paper III: 150 marks

4. Negative Marking

• Paper II and Paper III have negative marking for wrong answers, with -0.5 marks for each incorrect answer.
• Unanswered questions are not penalized, meaning there is no negative marking for unattempted questions.

5. Qualifying Marks

• Candidates need to score the minimum qualifying marks in Paper I, Paper II, and Paper III. The overall cutoff is based on the category you belong to (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.), and the qualifying marks are decided based on the aggregate performance.

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