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    How many members have applied for CSIR UGC NET

    Vishnukumar VUpdated on 22 Jul 2024, 03:05 PM IST

    National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the CSIR UGC NET exam every year in two sessions. Almost 2 to 3 lakh candidates apply for the CSIR UGC NET exam every year for July and December sessions. Out of which about 1.5 to 1.75 lakhs appear for the CSIR NET exam.

    This Story also Contains

    1. CSIR UGC NET Exam 2024 - Overview
    2. CSIR UGC NET Exam Statistics (Previous years)
    3. CSIR UGC NET Eligibility Criteria 2024
    4. CSIR UGC NET Application Form 2024
    How many members have applied for CSIR UGC NET
    How many members have applied for CSIR UGC NET

    As per the previous session’s CSIR UGC NET exam statistics a total of 2,19,146 candidates applied. Out of that, a total of 1,75,355. Aspirants can go through the full article to know how many candidates have applied for the CSIR UGC NET exam every year.

    CSIR UGC NET Exam 2024 - Overview

    Check the CSIR UGC NET 2024 exam information from the table below.

    CSIR NET 2024 Overview

    Particulars

    Details

    Exam Name

    Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test

    Short Exam Name

    CSIR UGC NET

    Exam Conducting Body

    National Testing Agency

    Frequency of Conduct

    Twice a year

    Mode of Application

    Online

    Application Fee (General)

    Rs 1150 (Online)

    Exam Mode

    Online

    Duration of Exam

    3 Hours

    Official Website

    csirnet.nta.ac.in

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    CSIR UGC NET Exam Statistics (Previous years)

    CSIR UGC NET Exam Statistics of Previous Years are as follows:

    Year

    No. of registered candidates (Assistant Professor Only + Both JRF & Assistant Professor)

    No. of candidates appeared (Assistant Professor Only + Both JRF & Assistant Professor)

    Dec 2023

    219146

    175355

    Dec 2022 - June 2023

    274027

    199890

    June 2021

    207306

    159824

    June 2020

    262292

    171273

    CSIR UGC NET Eligibility Criteria 2024

    The exam conducting body determines the CSIR UGC NET 2024 eligibility criteria and mentions on the official notification. The eligibility criteria of CSIR UGC NET exam are comprised of the following factors.

    • Nationality - Indian

    • Age limit - 30 years (Age relaxation is provided to reserved category applicants only)

    • Educational Qualification - Passed post-graduation from any recognized University with a minimum of 55 % aggregate marks while for reserved categories candidates 50%.

    CSIR UGC NET Application Form 2024

    NTA releases the CSIR UGC NET 2024 application form on the official website. Candidates who fullfil the minimum eligibility will be able to fill and submit the CSIR UGC NET application form. Candidates are required to fill in all the important details in the application form such as personal, contact and academic details.

    Steps to fill CSIR UGC NET Form 2024

    • Visit the CSIR UGC NET official website - csirnet.nta.ac.in

    • Complete the registration process by filling the basic information.

    • Fill the other details in CSIR UGC NET application form 2024

    • Upload a scanned passport sized photograph and signature.

    • Preview the CSIR UGC NET form 2024 details.

    • Pay the registration fee

    • Download and take the printout of the application form for future reference.

    CSIR UGC NET 2024 Application Fee

    Category

    Application Fee (Rs)

    General

    Rs 1,150

    General-EWS/OBC(NCL)

    Rs 600

    SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender

    Rs 325

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: In which mode the CSIR NET application form be released?
    A:

    NTA releases the CSIR NET application form in online mode only.

    Q: What is the CSIR UGC NET official website to fill the form?
    A:

    Candidates can submit the CSIR UGC NET application form at csirnet.nta.ac.in.

    Q: Who is the conducting body for CSIR UGC NET exam?
    A:

    National Testing Agency (NTA) is the conducting body for CSIR NET exam.

    Q: How many members have applied for CSIR UGC NET every year?
    A:

    Approximately 2 to 3 lakh candidates apply for the CSIR UGC NET exam every year for each session.

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    Questions related to CSIR UGC NET

    On Question asked by student community

    Have a question related to CSIR UGC NET ?

    No, since you have already cleared the General Category cutoff of CSIR UGC-NET , you are considered a meritorious candidate, and you can apply for a PhD seat in the General Category without any issues regarding your OBC-NCL declaration.

    Hello Aspirant,

    To prepare for CSIR UGC Net Examination you need to follow some steps:

    1.Know the exam pattern

    Total Marks 200

    It consists 3 section-

    Part A(Aptitude common for all).

    Part B and C(Subject specific questions)

    2.Choose your subject for this examination

    As this examination consider in different subjects,so

    A six month preparation window is ideal for CSIR UGC NET, especially if you follow a structured plan. Below is a month wise breakdown of how you can prepare effectively, balancing core subjects, General Aptitude, revision, mock tests , and research paper reading .

    In the first three months ,

    Hi aspirant.

    If you're looking to download the CSIR UGC NET question papers, you can follow this method for easy access:

    1. Start by visiting the official CSIR (HRDG) website.
    2. Once you are on the homepage, look for the section specifically dedicated to the "CSIR-UGC NET Exam."
    3. Under the "Examinations" subsection,

    Hello,

    As of now there is no official announcement made regarding the release date of application form for CSIR NET for June session, you may follow the official website at https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/ to know the latest information pertaining this,

    CSIR NET is conducted to determine the eligibility of candidate for JRF/Assistant