The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the CSIR UGC NET June 2025 notification, offering Important Dates, Application Fees, Qualification, CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Age Limit, Selection Process, CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Exam Date, Admit Card, Answer Key, Merit List, Result, CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Question Paper and More. This national-level exam determines eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professor, and Ph.D. admission in Indian universities and colleges across five subjects: Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Online applications are open from 3 June 2025 to 23 June 2025. Here’s your complete guide to applying and preparing for CSIR UGC NET June 2025.
CSIR UGC NET June 2025 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | CSIR UGC NET June 2025 |
| Purpose | JRF, Assistant Professor, Ph.D. Admission |
| Subjects | Chemical, Earth, Life, Mathematical, Physical Sciences |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Important Dates
- Notification Released: 3 June 2025
- Application Start Date: 3 June 2025
- Last Date for Application: 23 June 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 24 June 2025
- Form Correction Window: 25–26 June 2025
- Exam Date: 26–28 July 2025
- Admit Card Release: Available Soon (likely 3–5 days before exam)
- Provisional Answer Key: To be announced (likely August 2025)
- Result Declaration: To be announced (likely September 2025)
Application Fee
- General: ₹1150
- OBC/EWS: ₹600
- SC/ST/PH/Third Gender: ₹325
- Mode of Payment: Online
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Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Maximum 30 years
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/OBC/Female/Third Gender candidates, as per rules.
- Assistant Professor/Ph.D. Admission: No upper age limit
Qualification
| Subject | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Chemical Sciences | M.Sc./BS-MS/4-Year BS/B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharma/MBBS or equivalent with 55% (Gen/EWS) or 50% (SC/ST/OBC/PH) |
| Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, Planetary Sciences | Same as above |
| Life Sciences | Same as above |
| Mathematical Sciences | Same as above |
| Physical Sciences | Same as above |
Exam Details
| Exam Name | Subjects | Mode | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSIR UGC NET June 2025 | Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences | CBT (Online) | 3 Hours |
- Exam Pattern:
- Three Parts: Part A (General Aptitude, 30 marks, 15 questions), Part B (Subject-specific MCQs, 70 marks, 20–35 questions), Part C (Advanced scientific concepts, 100 marks).
- Total Marks: 200
- Questions: Varies by subject (120–150 MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: +2 marks per correct answer, negative marking of 25% for wrong answers.
- Syllabus:
- Part A: General Aptitude (logical reasoning, numerical ability, puzzles, teaching/research aptitude).
- Part B & C: Subject-specific topics (e.g., Organic Chemistry for Chemical Sciences, Calculus for Mathematical Sciences). A detailed syllabus was available in the official notification.
- Exam Centers: 225+ centers across India (candidates select three preferences during application).
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Conducted on 26–28 July 2025 in two shifts (subject-wise schedule to be released).
- Result & Cutoff:
- Minimum qualifying marks: 33% (General/EWS/OBC), 25% (SC/ST/PwD) for JRF/Lectureship.
- Separate merit lists for JRF and Lectureship based on CBT scores.
- Certificate Issuance:
- JRF Award Letters and eligibility certificates are issued to qualified candidates for research or teaching roles.
- JRF stipend: ₹37,000 per month for the first two years, renewable for 2 years.
How to Apply
- Read the Notification: Review the CSIR UGC NET June 2025 notification.
- Visit the Official Portal: Access the CSIR NET application portal (website details in the notification).
- Register: Click “Joint CSIR-UGC NET Registration.
- Fill the Form: Log in, enter personal, educational, subject choice, and exam center preferences.
- Upload Documents: Submit scanned photo (10–200 KB, JPG/JPEG), signature (4–30 KB, JPG/JPEG), and category certificate (if applicable, PDF <2 MB).
- Pay the Fee: Pay ₹1150 (General), ₹600 (OBC/EWS), or ₹325 (SC/ST/PH/Third Gender) online.
- Submit: Review, submit by 23 June 2025 (11:59 PM), and download the confirmation page.
- Print Form: Save a printout for the admit card download and records.
Important Links
| Content | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Full Notification | Click Here |
| Exam Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. Last date to apply for CSIR UGC NET June 2025?
Ans: 23 June 2025 (11:59 PM).
Q2. Application fee for UGC NET June 2025?
Ans: ₹1150 (General), ₹600 (OBC/EWS), ₹325 (SC/ST/PH/Third Gender), payable online.
Q3. Who is eligible for UGC NET June 2025?
Ans: Candidates with M.Sc./BS-MS/B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharma/MBBS or equivalent (55% for Gen/EWS, 50% for SC/ST/OBC/PH).
Q4. Age limit for CSIR UGC June 2025?
Ans: Max 30 years for JRF (relaxation for reserved categories); no limit for Assistant Professor/Ph.D.
