The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the Joint Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR UGC NET) 2024 for the June session. Students can now download their admit cards from the official website, which is csirnet.nta.ac.in. This is important for all the candidates as the admit card is mandatory to bring along with the Identity Proof on the exam day to the exam centre. Initially, the CSIR UGC NET exam was scheduled to be held from June 25 to June 27, 2024. However, due to unavoidable circumstances and logistic issues, the NTA postponed the exam on June 21, 2024. This change affected the schedule for about 2 lakh candidates who were expected to take the exam. Despite the delay, the students eagerly awaited the exam who are aiming for positions such as Junior Research Fellowship, lectureship, assistant professor, and PhD opportunities.
The CSIR NET exam will be conducted in a computer-based mode. This format is designed to smooth the examination process and ensure a fair and efficient assessment of candidates’ knowledge and skills. The exam is a significant competition test for students pursuing careers in research and academia.
CSIR NET 2024: How to download admit card
To download the admit card, candidates need to visit the official website and follow the instructions provided. They must enter their application number and password to access and download their admit card. It is important for candidates to check all the details on their admit card carefully, including their name, exam date, and exam centre. Any discrepancies should be reported to the authorities immediately to avoid any issues on the exam day. The CSIR UGC NET is a highly competitive exam, and students have been preparing diligently for it. The postponement might have given them extra time to prepare more for their exam and ensure they are ready to perform their best. Candidates are advised to stay updated with any further announcements from the NTA regarding the exam schedule and other important information. This ensures they are well-prepared and can plan accordingly for the examination day.
- Visit the official website of CSIR NET NTA at csirnet.nta.nic.in
- Now on the homepage click on the link called CSIR NET 2024 Admit Card.
- Now on the next window enter your login details like application number and date of birth.
- Now your CSIR NET ADMIT Card will appear on the screen.
- Click on the download tab to save your CSIR NET Admit Card and take two printouts to take with you to the examination centre.
CSIR NET 2024 exam dates and times for the different subjects
| Date | Subject | Shift | Time |
| July 25 | Physical Sciences | Single Shift | 9 am – 12 pm |
| July 25 | Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences | Single Shift | 9 am – 12 pm |
| July 25 | Mathematical Sciences | Shift 2 | 3 pm – 6 pm |
| July 26 | Life Sciences (Exam 1) | Shift 1 | 9 am – 12 pm |
| July 26 | Life Sciences (Exam 2) | Shift 2 | 3 pm – 6 pm |
| July 27 | Chemical Sciences | Single Shift | 9 am – 12 pm |
CSIR UGC NET 2024: Part A (General Aptitude) Syllabus
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning
- Data Interpretation & Graphical Analysis
- General Science
Important topics for CSIR NET Earth Science
- Sedimentology
- Geochemistry
- The Earth and the solar system
- Earth’s interior, tectonic plates, deformation
- Oceans and atmosphere (most important)
- Planetary science
- Climatology (most important)
- Earth materials
- Surface features and processes
- Marine geology and paleoceanography
- Applied geology
- Mineralogy
- Igneous and methamorphic petrology
- Geophysics (most important)
CSIR NET 2024 Admit Card OUT: Mathematical Science Exam Pattern
| Mathematial Science | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total questions | 20 | 40 | 60 | 120 |
| Max No of Questions to attempt | 15 | 25 | 20 | 60 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 3 | 4.75 | 200 |
| Marks for each incorrect answer (Negative marking in Part A & B is @ 25%;no negative marking in Part C) |
0.5 | 0.75 | – | – |
Important topics to revise in Mathematical Sciences for the CSIR NET 2024
| Topic | Subtopics |
|---|---|
| Linear Algebra | Vectors, matrices, eigenvalues, eigenvectors |
| Differential Equations | Ordinary differential equations, partial differential equations |
| Integral Equations | Methods of solving integral equations |
| Variation of a Functional | Calculus of variations |
| Euler-Lagrange Equation | Derivation and application |
| Necessary and Sufficient Conditions | Optimization and extremal conditions |
| Generalized Coordinates | Coordinate systems, transformation of coordinates |
| Lagrange’s Equations | Formulation and solutions |
| Hamilton’s Canonical Equations | Hamiltonian mechanics |
| Hamilton’s Principle | Principle of least action |
| Two-dimensional Motion of Rigid Bodies | Dynamics and kinematics of rigid bodies in 2D |
| Euler’s Dynamical Equations | Motion equations for rotating bodies |
| Algebra | Abstract algebra, group theory, ring theory |
| Data Analysis | Statistical methods, probability theory |
Check CSIR UGC NET Life Science Syllabus
- Molecules and their Interaction Relevant to Biology
- Cellular Organization
- Fundamental Processes
- Cell Communication and Cell Signaling
- Developmental Biology
- System Physiology – Plant
- System Physiology – Animal
- Inheritance Biology
- Diversity of Life Forms
- Ecological Principles
- Evolution and Behavior
- Applied Biology
- Methods in Biology
CSIR NET Physical Sciences Syllabus for Part A
1. Graphical Analysis & Data Interpretation
- Table
- Mean, Median, Mode
- Line & Bar Chart
- Measures of Dispersion
- Graph
- Pie-chart
2. Reasoning
- Ranking and Arrangement
- Direction and Distance
- Series Formation
- Coding and Decoding
- Clock and Calendar
- Puzzle
3. Numerical Ability
- Compound and Simple Interest
- HCF and LCM
- Proportion and Variation
- Permutation and Combination
- Time and Work
- Geometry