The National Testing Agency (NTA) is gearing up to conduct the CSIR NET December 2024 examination from February 28 to March 2, 2025. This esteemed assessment plays a pivotal role for candidates seeking eligibility for Junior Research Fellowships and Lectureship positions across various universities and colleges.
Candidates are advised to keep abreast of the latest updates and instructions pertaining to the examination. The hall tickets for the exam will be accessible online exclusively at the CSIR NET official website. To download the hall ticket, candidates must log in using their Application Number and Password once the release date is announced.
The admit cards are set to be available approximately two to three days prior to the exam. Once available, candidates can find direct links on the same website for convenience. It is important to print the hall ticket on A4-sized paper and bring it along with appropriate photo identification to the respective exam centers.
For candidates' reference, important dates leading up to the examination are as follows:
- Notification Release Date: December 9, 2024
- Application Deadline: January 2, 2025
- City Intimation Slip Release: Expected between February 21 and February 23, 2025
On the exam days, the CSIR NET will be conducted across multiple shifts for different subjects. Here are the timings based on the scheduled dates:
- February 28, 2025
- Mathematical Sciences: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Chemical Sciences: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
March 1, 2025
- Life Sciences: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Life Sciences (Second Shift): 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
March 2, 2025
- Physical Sciences: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Joint CSIR-UGC NET December 2024 will be divided across various disciplines, including Earth Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Each subject has distinct guidelines concerning the marking scheme and exam pattern. The exam will be conducted using computer-based test (CBT) mode.
Specifically, here’s what candidates need to know about the examination format:
- Earth Sciences: 75 questions
- Chemical Sciences: 75 questions
- Life Sciences: 75 questions
- Mathematical Sciences: 60 questions
- Physical Sciences: 55 questions
Each subject will consist of three parts: Part A covers general aptitude questions; Part B consists of subject-related queries; and Part C includes advanced application problems. The marking for these sections is as follows:
- Part A: +2 for correct answers, -0.5 for wrong answers
- Part B: +2 for correct answers, -0.5 for wrong answers
- Part C: +4 for correct answers, with varying penalties for incorrect responses
It is of utmost importance for candidates to familiarize themselves with the exam guidelines. They are prohibited from bringing several items onto the exam premises, including mobile phones, electronic devices, mathematical tools, printed materials, and other unauthorized items. Special allowances have been made for diabetic candidates allowing them to carry fruits and transparent water bottles. Candidates are instructed to reach the examination center well before the scheduled time, as gates will close 30 minutes prior to the examination.
Lastly, all candidates must carefully review the details on their admit cards once they are made available. Errors should be corrected by contacting the examination authorities immediately. The admit card, which includes personal information and examination details such as the exam center and reporting time, is indispensable for entry.
For more specific queries or up-to-date information concerning the CSIR NET December 2024 exam, candidates are encouraged to regularly check the official website and follow related announcements.