CSIR UGC NET June 2021 Notification
NTA will conduct CSIR UGC NET 2021 June session on June 21, 2021 in online mode to determine the eligibility of applicants for Junior Research Fellowship and Lectureship. The exam will be conducted for Life science, Earth science, Mathematical science, Chemical science, and Physical science papers. Applicants must check CSIR UGC NET 2021 Eligibility Criteria before applying for the exam.
- CSIR UGC NET 2021 Application Form will be released on March 16, 2021 at csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- The application fees is INR 1000 for General, INR 500 for OBC and EWS Applicants and INR 250 for SC, ST, PwD and Transgender applicants.
- As per CSIR UGC NET 2021 Exam Pattern, it will be a 3-hour long computer based test having multiple choice questions of 200 marks.
- The minimum marks to qualify the exam is 33% for General, OBC and EWS Category and 25% for SC/ ST and PwD applicants.Check CSIR NET Cutoff for JRF & LS
- Fellowship to successful applicants shall be effective from January 1, 2021, with the validity period of 2 years for joining the fellowship under the scheme.
- CSIR UGC NET Junior Research Fellowship Salary hiked from INR 25000/- to INR 31000/- by the Central Government.
Also See: CMAT 2021 Notification
CSIR UGC NET 2021 Highlights :
The key points about CSIR UGC NET 2021 are highlighted below :
| Name of the Exam | Joint CSIR UGC NET |
| Conducted by | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Posts offered | Junior Research Fellowship and Lectureship |
| Periodicity | Twice – June and December |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
CSIR NET 2021 Exam Dates (Official)
NTA has released the official CSIR UGC NET 2021 Exam Dates as mentioned below :
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Opening of Registration Window | Mid-April 2021 |
| Last Date to apply for CSIR NET 2021 | To be announced |
| Application Correction Window | To be announced |
| Last date to pay the application fee | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced |
| CSIR NET 2021 Exam Date | June, 2021 |
| Results Declaration for CSIR NET 2021 | To be announced |
CSIR UGC NET 2021 Eligibility
Applicants must check CSIR UGC NET 2021 Eligibility Criteria before filling the application form. If found ineligible, their candidature will be cancelled with immediate effect.
CSIR NET Educational Qualification Requirements :
- Applicants must have a M.Sc or an equivalent degree / Integrated BS-MS / BS – 4 years / BE / B. Tech / B. Pharma / MBBS.
- For General/ EWS and OBC-NCL applicants, minimum of 55% marks and for SC/ ST/ physically and visually handicapped applicants, a minimum of 50% marks is required in this degree.
- Those enrolled for M.Sc or those who have completed 10+2+3 years of the above qualifying examination are also eligible to apply.
- B.Sc (Hons) or equivalent degree holders or applicants enrolled in the Integrated MS-PhD program can apply as well.
- Such applicants need a minimum 55% marks (for general and OBC-NCL) and 50% marks for SC / ST, physically and visually handicapped applicants.
- Those with a bachelor’s degree must be registered/enrolled for Ph.D./ Integrated Ph.D. program to be eligible for CSIR.
- Ph.D. degree holders, who have passed Master’s degree before September 19, 1991, with minimum 50% marks, are eligible to apply for the only Lectureship.
Also See: IIT JAM 2022 Notification
CSIR NET Age Limit and Relaxation :
- For Junior Research Fellowship : Applicants should not have attained 28 years of age as on July 1, 2021.
- Lectureship : There is no upper age limit for Assistant Professorship.
- The upper age limit can be relaxed up to 5 years for SC/ ST/ Physically or Visually handicapped and female applicants and 3 years for OBC-Non Creamy Layer applicants
How to Apply for CSIR UGC NET 2021?
The step by step instructions to apply online for CSIR UGC NET 2021 are explained below :
- Visit the CSIR website, csirnet.nta.nic.in to apply for the exam
- Click on ‘Apply Online’ at the bottom of the page.
- The Application form will appear on-screen
- Enter all requisite details in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and other documents, as mentioned on the form.
- Verify all information before final submission of the form. No changes will be allowed after final submission.
- A system generated Application Number will be assigned to you after submitting the form.
- Make the payment for Application Fee.
- Take a printout of the filled in Application Form for future reference.
CSIR NET 2021 Application Fee :
The application fee can be paid only through online mode via Credit/ Debit Card/ Netbanking/ UPI and Paytm. The Application Fee varies as per the applicant’s category. :
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | INR 1000 |
| OBC – NCL, EWS | INR 500 |
| SC/ ST/ PwD | INR 250 |
CSIR UGC NET 2021 Admit Card :
Applicants will be issued CSIR UGC NET 2021 Admit Card on May 15, 2021. Applicants can download CSIR NET Hall Tickets till their exam day, June 21, 2021. Follow the steps given below to download the admit card for the exam
- Visit the official website of CSIR.
- Click on the link – “Download Admit Card”.
- Provide your roll number and date of birth.
- There may be a security code that applicants will need to enter.
- Click on the “Submit” button to log into the system
- View and download your admit card.
Also See: NIFT 2021 Entrance Exam
Details on CSIR NET Admit Card
The admit card is a very important document, without which entry inside the exam hall will not be granted. Following are the details that can be found on CSIR UGC NET 2021 Admit Card :
- Applicant’s Name
- Applicant’s Roll number
- Applicant’s Registration number
- Applicant’s Category
- Applicant’s Date of Birth
- Exam Centre name and Centre Address
- Exam Date and Time
- Exam Session and Reporting time for the applicant
- Photo of the applicant along with his signature
- General Guidelines for Exam Day
CSIR UGC NET 2021 Exam Pattern
The key points regarding CSIR UGC NET 2021 Exam Pattern are highlighted below :
| Particulars | Description |
| Mode of exam | Computer based test |
| Format of exam | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
| Medium of Exam | English and Hindi |
| Session Timings | Forenoon Session – 9 : 30 am to 12 : 30 pm (Life Science & Physical Science)
Afternoon Session – 2 : 30 pm to 5 : 30 pm (Chemical Science, Earth Science & Mathematical Science) |
| Total marks | 200 |
| Negative Marking | Yes |
| List of Subjects | Life Sciences
Chemical Sciences Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences Mathematical Sciences Physical Sciences |
CSIR NET 2021 Answer Keys
Answer keys for Joint CSIR-UGC NET Exam 2021 will be released at the official website- csirnet.nta.nic.in.
- Applicants can submit their representation against the answer key in respect of all the subjects.
- Representation(s) must be sent through email only. Any representation submitted by post or in person will not be entertained.
- The representation must have documentary/textual support.
- Any representation received after the specified time will not be accepted.
CSIR NET 2021 Result :
CSIR UGC NET Result will be released on July 5, 2021 at the official website. Successful applicants’ fellowship will be effective from January 1, 2021. The result will be published in a PDF format consisting of the roll number of successfully qualified applicants of JRF NET June, 2021.
- The steps to download CSIR UGC NET 2021 Result are explained below :
- Visit the CSIR website and click on the link pertaining to the relevant exam.
- Enter your roll number, date of birth and security code.
- Click on the “Submit” button.
- View the result and take multiple printouts for future use.
CSIR UGC NET Merit List :
- Two separate merit lists will be made for applicants qualifying for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF-NET) and Lectureship (LS-NET).
- The merit list will specify details such as Roll Number of the applicant, Rank obtained and Marks secured.
- The preparation of the merit list will be on the basis of performance of applicants in the entrance test.
- Applicants qualifying for JRF will also be eligible for lectureship if fulfill eligibility criteria.
- Applicants qualifying for Lectureship will be eligible to be considered for recruitment as Junior Research Fellowship if suitable. Though they will not be eligible for regular JRF-NET Fellowship.
- Applicants qualifying for JRF (NET) will receive fellowship either from CSIR or UGC as per their associated assignment.
CSIR NET Cutoff 2021 :
CSIR publishes cutoff marks on the day of result declaration. CSIR Result and cutoff will be released on July 5, 2021. Applicants can check CSIR NET Cutoff of June 2019 session in the below tables :
CSIR NET Cutoff for Chemical Sciences :
| Category | CSIR NET Cutoff for JRF (in %) | CSIR NET Cutoff for Lectureship (in %) |
| General (Unreserved) | 47.75 | 42.98 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 36.25 | 33.00 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 41.75 | 37.58 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 34.25 | 30.83 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 28.00 | 25.20 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
CSIR NET Cutoff for Earth Sciences :
| Category | CSIR NET Cutoff for JRF (in %) | CSIR NET Cutoff for Lectureship (in %) |
| General (Unreserved) | 57.54 | 51.79 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 40.13 | 36.12 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 50.65 | 45.59 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 42.15 | 37.94 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 39.18 | 35.26 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 26.74 | 25.00 |
CSIR NET Cutoff for Life Sciences :
| Category | CSIR NET Cutoff for JRF (in %) | CSIR NET Cutoff for Lectureship (in %) |
| General (Unreserved) | 52.50 | 47.25 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 33.75 | 33.00 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 43.75 | 39.38 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35.35 | 31.73 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 31.75 | 28.58 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
CSIR NET Cutoff for Mathematical Sciences :
| Category | CSIR NET Cutoff for JRF (in %) | CSIR NET Cutoff for Lectureship (in %) |
| General (Unreserved) | 55.75 | 50.18 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 46.63 | 41.97 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 48.88 | 43.99 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 37.75 | 33.98 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 30.50 | 27.45 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 28.50 | 25.00 |
CSIR NET Cutoff for Physical Sciences :
| Category | CSIR NET Cutoff for JRF (in %) | CSIR NET Cutoff for Lectureship (in %) |
| General (Unreserved) | 39.06 | 35.15 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 33.13 | 33.00 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 33.31 | 33.00 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 27.00 | 25.00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 25.00 | 25.00 |
Note : There is a qualifying benchmark of 33% for General/ EWS and OBC category and 25% for SC/ ST and PWD category for both Junior Research Fellowship and Lectureship.
CSIR UGC NET 2021 FAQS
Ques. Where can I see the examination notification?
Ques. After submitting the application, I realized there has been some mistake in the form, will I be able to rectify the same?
Ques. How can I get the application form for CSIR UGC NET Examination?
Ques. What payment modes are available for CSIR UGC NET Examination?
Ques. Do we have to upload any documents while submitting the application form?
Ques. What should be the size of the photograph that needs to be attached in the application form?
Ques. Is it necessary to have an email id to submit the application form?
Ques. What preferences do I have to select while applying for the examination?
Ques. What is the required educational qualification for appearing the CSIR UGC NET Exam?
Ques. I have completed my B. Sc in Biotechnology. Can I submit my registration for the exam?
Ques. Is there any age limit criteria applicable for CSIR UGC NET Examination?
Ques. How many examination centers are available for this exam?
Ques. How much is the application fees?
Ques. In which languages is the question paper available?
Ques. What are the total marks for this examination?
Ques. In which subjects is this examination held?
Ques. I am a Ph.D. holder. Am I eligible to apply the CSIR UGC NET examination?
Ques. Can I write the answer sheet using an ink pen?
Ques. What is the question paper pattern?
Ques. How much stipend is provided to JRF applicants?
Ques. How can I get the admit card for the examination?
Ques. What information is available in the admit card?
Ques. What are the cut-off marks for the CSIR UGC NET Examination?
Ques. How long will it take to declare the result after the examination and how can I get notified for the same?
Ques. Does the CSIR examination authorities provide a certificate after completing the CSIR UGC NET exam?
Ques. How can I get the NET certificate?
Ques. Where should the documents be sent for verification to get the NET certificate?
Ques. Who is eligible to get CSIR Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Fellowship?
Ques. Can I get the answer keys after the CSIR UGC Net examination?
Ques. Is there any negative marking in the exam?
Ques. Do the JRF applicants need to pay any income tax for their fellowship?
Ques. Is there any merit list released by the Council after CSIR UGC NET examination?
