CSIR NET 2022: The CSIR NET 2022 Notification has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on their official website. The interested candidates must apply for the CSIR Exam 2022 from 11th July to 10th August 2022. The CSIR NET Exam 2022 Notification PDF Link is mentioned in the following article along with all the essential information that is mentioned in the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Notification. In this article, the candidates will find all the information related to eligibility criteria, age limit, application guidelines, exam patterns and so on.
What is the CSIR UGC NET Exam?
The CSIR UGC NET is a national-level eligibility test conducted by NTA on behalf of the Council of Science and Industrial Research (CSIR). The CSIR UGC NET Exam 2922 is conducted twice a year in online mode. The CSIR UGC NET Exam is for those candidates who are interested in becoming Assistant Professor or pursuing a PhD. The candidates need to qualify for CSIR NET with the highest marks to secure the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
CSIR NET 2022 Overview
The CSIR NET 2022 (Council of Science and Industrial Research Nationals Eligibility Test) is conducted by National Testing Agency on behalf of the Council of Science and Industrial Research (CSIR). It is a national-level examination conducted twice a year in online mode. For further details, the candidates refer to the following table.
| Name of Examination | CSIR NET (Council of Science and Industrial Research Nationals Eligibility Test) |
| Conducting Body | Council of Science and Industrial Research & National Testing Agency |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency of Exam | Twice a year |
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Exam Shifts | The shift I – 09:00 am to 12:00 noon
Shift II- 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm |
| Duration of Examination | 180 minutes |
| Official Website | https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/ |
CSIR NET 2022 Important Dates
The candidates must go through the below-mentioned table to know more about the important events and dates related to the CSIR NET 2022. The following table will be updated as per the latest updates released by NTA.
| Events | Date |
| Release Date of Notification | 11th July 2022 |
| Online Application Form Started | 11th July 2022 |
| Online Application Form Closed | 10th August 2022 |
| Correction Window Open | 12th- 16th August 2022 |
| CSIR NET Admit Card 2022 | It will be Updated Soon |
| CSIR NET Exam Date 2022 | It will be Updated Soon |
CSIR NET 2022 Notification PDF
The candidates can check out the CSIR NET 2022 Notification PDF. The direct link to the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Notification PDF is mentioned below. The candidates will find all the important and crucial information related to the CSIR NET Exam 2022 in the official CSIR NET 2022 Notification PDF. Thus, the candidates must carefully and thoroughly read the CSIR NET 2022 Notification.
Download CSIR NET Official Notification PDF
CSIR NET 2022 Eligibility Criteria
The minimum eligibility criteria to appear in the CSIR Exam 2022 for the candidates are mentioned below. The candidates must go through the CSIR NET Exam 2022 Eligibility Criteria carefully to ensure they are eligible for the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022.
| Exam | Eligibility Criteria |
| CSIR NET 2022 |
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CSIR NET 2022 Age Limit
All the candidates should check the age limit mentioned below before applying for the CSIR UGC NET exam 2022. The candidates who fail to comply with the CSIR NET 2022 Age Limit Criteria will face rejection. The age limit prescribed for the candidates appearing for the CSIR UGC NET Exam is:
- To apply for JRF, candidates must be at least 28 years old.
- There is no upper age limit to apply for the post of Lecturer.
How to Apply for CSIR NET 2022?
The CSIR NET 2022 Application Guidelines are mentioned in detail in the below section. The candidates will get to know how to apply for the CSIR NET Exam 2022 by carefully reading the following instructions and guidelines.
- Visit the Official Website of the CSIR UGC NET exam i.ehttps://csirnet.nta.nic.in/
- Register for Online Form submission using a unique Email ID and Mobile No.
- Fill in the Online Application Form and note down the system-generated
Application No. - Upload legible scanned images of candidate photograph (10KB – 200KB), candidate’s signature (4KB – 30KB), Duly verified Result Awaited Attestation Form (50KB to 500KB), Category Certificate, if applicable (SC/ ST/OBC/ EWS etc.) (50KB to 300KB), PwD Certificate, if applicable (50KB to 300KB).
- Pay the prescribed fee through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card and UPI, and keep proof of fee paid for future reference.
- Download, save and print copies of the Confirmation Page after successful fee payment for future reference.
CSIR NET 2022 Application Fees
The CSIR NET 2022 Application Fees are mentioned in the following table in detail. The candidates must go through the CSIR NET 2022 Application Fees and keep the amount ready based on their category while filling up the application form for CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022. The General Category and General- EWS Category candidates must pay a CSIR NET Exam 2022 Application Fee of Rs. 1000/-
| Category | Fees |
| General/General-EWS | Rs. 1000/- |
| OBC-NCL* | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 250/- |
| Third Gender | Rs. 250/- |
| PwD | NIL |
Direct Link to CSIR NET 2022
The candidates will find the Direct Link to the CSIR NET 2022 Application Form down below. They need to click on the CSIR NET Exam 2022 Link to access, fill out and submit the CSIR NET 2022 Application Form. They must ensure the information entered by them in CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Application Form is correct and complete.
Direct Link To Apply CSIR UGC NET Application Form
CSIR NET 2022 Examination Schedule
Here is the CSIR UGC NET Exam Schedule. The CSIR NET 2022 Exam Dates will be released later. However, the candidates must check out the CSIR NET Exam 2022 Examination schedule. The CSIR Exam 2022 will be conducted from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for the first shift and from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm for the second shift.
| Dates of Examination | Will be Notified soon | |
| First Shift | Second Shift | |
| Timing of Examination | 09.00 am- 12.00 pm | 03.00 pm- 6.00 pm |
| Duration of Examination | 03 hours | |
| Entry into the Examination Centre | 7.00 am – 8.00 am | 1.00 pm -2.00 pm |
| Entry in the Examination Hall/Room | 8.15 am- 8.30 am | 2.15 pm- 2.30 pm |
| Test Commences | 9.00 am | 3.00 pm |
| Test Concludes | 12.00 pm | 6.00 pm |
CSIR NET 2022 Syllabus
The candidates must thoroughly read through the CSIR NET 2022 Syllabus to ensure they have a complete understanding of the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Syllabus. They will find the extent of subjects and topics they need to cover to be able to crack the CSIR NET Exam 2022. The complete CSIR NET 2022 Syllabus for all the subjects is given below. The candidates can access the CSIR NET 2022 Syllabus by clicking on the link given below.
CSIR NET 2022 Exam Pattern
The candidates appearing for the CSIR NET 2022 must thoroughly go through the CSIR NET 2022 Exam Pattern to ensure they understand its nuances. The candidates must also check out the subject-wise marking scheme and marks distribution of the CSIR NET Exam 2022. The CSIR Exam 2022 will be conducted in online mode for 3 hours. The candidates will have to answer Objective-Type Multiple Choice Questions. For more information check out the table below.
| Duration of Exam | 3 hours |
| Type of Questions | Objective-Type Multiple Choice Questions |
| Breaks between the Parts | No Breaks |
| Number of Parts | Part A, Part B, and Part C |
| Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test (CBT) only |
| Negative Marking | Yes (Refer to subject-wise marking scheme in tables below for clarity). |
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution & Marking Scheme
| CHEMICAL SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
| Total Questions | 20 | 40 | 60 | 120 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 35 | 25 | 75 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 2 | 4 | 200 |
| Negative marking for parts A, B & C is @
25% |
0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | – |
| EARTH, ATMOSPHERIC, OCEAN
AND PLANETARY SCIENCES |
Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
| Total Questions | 20 | 50 | 80 | 150 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 35 | 25 | 75 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 2 | 4 | 200 |
| Negative marking for parts A & B is @ 25%
and part C is @ 33% |
0.5 | 0.5 | 1.32 | – |
Difference Between CSIR NET & UGC NET
| LIFE SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
| Total Questions | 20 | 50 | 75 | 145 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 35 | 25 | 75 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 2 | 4 | 200 |
| Negative marking for parts A, B & C is @
25% |
0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | – |
| MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
| Total Questions | 20 | 40 | 60 | 120 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 25 | 20 | 60 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 3 | 4.75 | 200 |
| Negative marking in Parts A & B is @ 25%;
no negative marking in Part C |
0.5 | 0.75 | 0 | – |
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
| Total Questions | 20 | 25 | 30 | 75 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 20 | 20 | 55 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 3.5 | 5 | 200 |
| Negative marking for parts A, B & C is @
25% |
0.5 | 0.875 | 1.25 | – |
CSIR NET 2022 Admit Card
The CSIR NET 2022 Admit Card will be released 15 days prior to the CSIR NET 2022 Exam Date. The candidates must access and download the CSIR NET 2022 Admit Card by logging in to their accounts with their login credentials. The candidates need to take a printout of the CSIR NET 2022 Admit Card and carry it to the CSIR NET 2022 Exam Center. Without a valid CSIR NET 2022 Admit Card Printout, the candidates will not be allowed to attend the examination.
CSIR NET 2022 Previous Year Question Paper
The CSIR NET 2022 Previous Year Question Papers are available on the official website of the CSIR NET. The candidates can easily access the Previous Year Question Paper from the official website or they can click on the following given link to access and download the CSIR NET 2022 Previous Year Question Paper. The candidates must go through the CSIR NET 2022 Previous Year Question Paper to know about the type of questions and difficulty level of the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Question Paper. This will help them prepare for the CSIR NET Exam 2022 Exam in a better manner.
CSIR NET 2022 Answer Key
The CSIR NET 2022 Answer Key will be released after the completion of the CSIR Exam 2022. The candidates can access and download the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Answer Key from the official website of CSIR NET or they can link on the following link. They must check the CSIR NET 2022 Answer Key to roughly calculate the numbers obtained in the Exam.
CSIR NET 2022 Result
The CSIR NET 2022 Result will be released on the official website of NTA. The CSIR NET 2022 Result will be published after the CSIR NET Exam 2022 Exam is concluded successfully. The candidates must go through the CSIR UGC NET Exam 2022 Result carefully by logging into their accounts with the login credentials.
CSIR NET 2022: FAQs
Q: When will the New CSIR UGC NET Exam Date notification be released?
A: The CSIR NET Exam notification will be released by the NTA on their official website.
Q: What is the name of the CSIR UGC NET Exam conducting body?
A: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is the exam conducting body for the CSIR NET Exam.
Q: What is the age limit to apply for the CSIR NET Exam?
A: The lower age limit to apply for JRF is 28 years. There is no upper age limit to apply for the post of Lecturer.
Q: How many attempts are allowed for the CSIR NET Exam?
A: There is no limit set by the conducting body on the number of attempts taken by the candidates to qualify for the CSIR NET Exam.
