The National Testing Agency (NTA) recently issued an official notice inviting prospective candidates to participate in the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test (CSIR NET). This examination assesses candidates’ eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship and positions as Assistant Professors in Indian educational institutions.
The application portal became active on May 1st, with the deadline for submission set for May 21st, 2024. It is advised that candidates complete their registration within this timeframe to avoid last-minute complications.
CSIR UGC NET is conducted twice annually, in June and December, on a national scale, with online examinations taking place at 225 designated test centers. The NTA will administer a Computer-Based Test (CBT) during the last week of June to select eligible candidates.
Crucial Information Regarding CSIR UGC NET 2024
| Exam Name | Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test (CSIR NET-2024) |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Post Name | Junior Fellowship, Lectureship/ Assistant Professor |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Last date of application registration | 21 May 2024 |
| Examination Level | National-Level |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.ac.in |
The examination agency has scheduled the Computer-Based Test to be held on June 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2024. Applicants are required to apply for CSIR NET June 2024 exclusively through the official website, csirnet.nta.ac, within the specified period. Prior to submission, candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limitations, registration fees, and other pertinent information concerning the application process.
CSIR UGC NET Eligibility Requirements
Individuals who have obtained a minimum of 55% marks in a Master’s Degree or its equivalent from a recognized university or institution are eligible to take this test. Additionally, candidates belonging to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category falling under the Non-Creamy Layer, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Persons with Disability (PwD), or Third gender category, who have secured at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in a Master’s degree or equivalent examination, are eligible for this Test.
Candidates must not exceed 30 years of age as of the 1st day of the month when the examination concludes, namely June 2024. However, there is a relaxation of up to 5 years in the age limit for applicants belonging to OBC, SC, ST, PwD, and Third gender categories, as well as women applicants.
Application Registration & Other Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 01 May 2024 |
| Starting Date to Apply | 01 May 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 May 2024 |
| Application Correction Dates | 25 May to 27 May 2024 |
| Examination Date | 25, 26 & 27 June 2024 |
Registration Fee
To apply for these positions, candidates are required to pay the registration fee. Applications will not be considered without the payment of this fee. The registration fee varies for candidates from different categories, as detailed below:
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1150 |
| EWS/OBC-non creamy layer | ₹600 |
| SC/ST & Third Gender | ₹325 |
| PwD | NIL |
How to apply online for the CSIR NET June 2024?
To apply for this examination, follow these steps:
- Visit the website csirnet.nta.ac.in.
- On the homepage, locate and click on the link labeled “Joint CSIR NET June 2024: Click Here to Register/Login”.
- Click on the provided link to proceed to the “New Registration” section.
- A new page will appear for login and identification for online submission of the Application Form.
- Choose the appropriate identity proofs to create a User ID or Password.
- Follow the on-screen instructions and fill out the application form with accurate and complete details.
- Proceed to pay the registration fee online.
- After successful payment, take a printout of the registration form for future reference and processing.
All The Best for The Examination
