CSIR NET Syllabus 2023
CSIR NET Syllabus 2023: The National Testing Agency has released the CSIR NET Syllabus 2023 along with the latest CSIR Notification on the official website at https://csirnet.nta.nic.in/. CSIR NET is a national-level entrance exam conducted twice a year (June and December) to offer admission to JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) and Assitant Lecturership. The CSIR NET exam will be conducted in online mode at selected Examination Centers spread across the country. In this article, we have provided the complete details about the CSIR NET Syllabus and exam pattern and CSIR NET 2023 PDF for your reference.
CSIR NET 2023 Syllabus
CSIR NET 2023 Online Exam will consist of three parts. All the parts will consist of objective-type, multiple-choice questions. There will be no break between papers. The subject-wise scheme of examination is as per the details below.
As stated, the CSIR NET 2023 syllabus is divided into three parts:
Part A shall be common to all subjects. This part shall contain questions pertaining to General Aptitude with emphasis on logical reasoning, graphical analysis, analytical and numerical ability, quantitative comparison, series formation, puzzles, etc.
Part B shall contain subject-related conventional Multiple Choice questions (MCQs), generally covering the topics given in the CSIR UGC NET Syllabus.
Part C shall contain higher-value questions that may test the candidate’s knowledge of scientific concepts and/or application of the scientific concepts. The questions shall be of an analytical nature where a candidate is expected to apply the scientific knowledge to arrive at the solution to the given scientific problem.
Part A: General Science, Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis, and Research Aptitude
This part of the syllabus covers the following topics:
- General Science: This section includes questions on Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and Computer Science.
- Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis: This section includes questions on data interpretation, logical reasoning, and problem-solving.
- Research Aptitude: This section includes questions on research methodology, scientific writing, and communication skills.
Part B: Subject-related conventional MCQs
This part of the syllabus covers the following topics:
- Some common topics that are covered in most subjects include:
- Basic concepts of the subject
- Important theories and laws
- Mathematical tools and techniques
- Applications of the subject
Part C: Higher value questions that may test the candidate’s knowledge of scientific concepts and/or application of the scientific concepts
This part of the syllabus covers the following topics:
- Higher-level questions on the topics covered in Part B
- Questions that require the candidate to apply their knowledge of the subject to solve real-world problems
CSIR Exam Pattern 2023
CSIR NET exam pattern is mentioned in the CSIR NET 2023 Notification, A total of 120 questions of 200 marks will be asked in the exam. Here’s the pattern of exam according to each subject.
Chemical Sciences
The exam pattern for the subject of Chemical Sciences is as follows.
| CHEMICAL SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 20 | 40 | 60 | 120 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 35 | 25 | 75 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 2 | 4 | 200 |
| Negative marking | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | – |
Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences
The exam pattern for the subject of Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences is as follows.
| EARTH, ATMOSPHERIC, OCEAN, AND PLANETARY SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 20 | 50 | 80 | 150 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 35 | 25 | 75 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 2 | 4 | 200 |
| Negative marking | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1.32 | – |
Life Sciences
The exam pattern for the subject of Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences is as follows.
| LIFE SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 20 | 50 | 75 | 145 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 35 | 25 | 75 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 2 | 4 | 200 |
| Negative marking | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | – |
Mathematical Sciences
The exam pattern for the subject of Mathematical Sciences is as follows.
| MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 20 | 40 | 60 | 120 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 25 | 20 | 60 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 3 | 4.75 | 200 |
| Negative marking | 0.5 | 0.75 | 0 | – |
Physical Sciences
The exam pattern for the subject of Physical Sciences is as follows.
| PHYSICAL SCIENCES | Part A | Part B | Part C | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 20 | 25 | 30 | 75 |
| Max Number of Questions to attempt | 15 | 20 | 20 | 55 |
| Marks for each correct answer | 2 | 3.5 | 5 | 200 |
| Negative marking | 0.5 | 0.875 | 1.25 | – |
The test will be in Hindi and English version. In case of any ambiguity between the Hindi and English version due to translation, the English version would be treated as final.
CSIR NET Syllabus 2023 – Frequently Asked Questions
A1. CSIR NET is conducted for JRF and Lecturership in Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences.
A2. The CSIR NET exam is 3 hours long.
A3. CSIR NET exam has 120 multiple choice questions (MCQs).
A4. The marking scheme for CSIR NET has 3 parts – Part A: 2 marks per question, Part B: 2 marks per question, Part C: 4 marks per question.
A5. Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted per wrong answer.
A6. The minimum qualifying marks for CSIR NET is 33% for General, EWS and OBC category, and 25% for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
A7. The CSIR NET syllabus and exam pattern can be found on the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA).
- CSIR NET 2023 Notification Out, Direct Download Link
- CSIR NET Exam Date 2023, Know the December Schedule
- CSIR NET Eligibility Criteria 2023, For JRF and Lecturer
- CSIR NET Salary 2023, Job Profile, Per Month, Pay Scale
- CSIR NET Syllabus 2023, Know the Topics and Exam Pattern
- CSIR NET Result 2023 Out, Link to Download Score Card and Result
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