NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Exam Date and Admit Card Released

(NTA) The National Testing Agency  has announced the NET CSIR UGC June 2025 examination calender awith the release of the exam city intimation slip. This  national-level exam shows eligibility for (JRF) Junior Research Fellowship , Assistant Professor positions, and PhD admissions in Indian universities and colleges. The exam is conducted twice a year in June and December and covers subjects like Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Earth Sciences. For 28th July 2025 this year, the CSIR NET June 2025 exam is scheduled in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. On 19th July 2025, the exam city slip has already been released  allowing candidates to check their allotted examination centers. The admit card is expected to be released a few days before the exam. Interested candidates need to stay updated with official announcements to avoid missing critical deadlines. Exam dates, admit card details, eligibility, syllabus, and preparation tips to help candidates navigate the process smoothly has been covered  completely in this guide.

Key Highlights

CSIR NET June 2025 Exam Date and Schedule

In two shifts on 28th July 2025  the NTA CSIR UGC NET June 2025 exams will be conducted . The morning shift (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) will include Life Sciences and Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean & Planetary Sciences. The afternoon shift (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM) will cover Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. The exam duration is 3 hours (180 minutes) with no breaks between sections the interested candidates who are appearing in the CSIR NET JUNE 2025 examination must note that  the question paper consists of three parts (A, B, and C) with objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The accuracy is important because  Negative marking will be applied in some sections, The exam city slip was released on 19th July 2025, allowing candidates to check their test center location in advance. The admit card, which is mandatory for entry, will include exam timing, reporting details, and candidate instructions. It is advised to download and print the admit card as soon as it is available to avoid last-minute technical issues.

How to Download  Admit Card

TheAdmit card will be available on the official website https://csirnet.nta.ac.in.

1. Visit the official NTA CSIR NET portal.

2. Click on the “Admit Card” link .

3. Enter your registration number and date of birth.

4. Verify the security captcha and submit.

5. Download and print the admit card.

Candidates must carry documents to the exam center  like Printed copy of the admit card, a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.), and a passport-sized photograph for verificatiobn. The candidates will not be allowed to sit in the examination hall without these documents.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: A Master’s degree (M.Sc or equivalent) with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates) in relevant subjects. Final-year students can also apply provisionally.

• Age Limit:

  • JRF: Maximum 30 years (relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/female candidates).

  • Assistant Professor/PhD Admission: No upper age limit.

• Additional Eligibility: Candidates with B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharma/MBBS and 4-year bachelor’s degrees (with 75% marks) are eligible for JRF but not for Assistant Professor.

CSIR NET Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The CSIR NET 2025 exam consists of three sections:

• Part A (General Aptitude): logical reasoning, analytical ability, and quantitative skills is common for all subjects.

• Part B (Subject-Specific MCQs): Covers basic concepts of the chosen subject.

• Part C (Higher-Order Questions): Evaluates scientific knowledge and application skills.

Marking scheme and negative marking policy for each is different . For Example:

• 200 marks (75 questions) in life Science
• 200 marks (55 questions) in Physical Sciences

Candidates must consider referthe syllabus available on the NTA website.

Preparation Tips

1. Understand the Syllabus: Focus on high-marks topics and previous year paper patterns.

2. Practice Previous Papers: Solve CSIR NET past papers to understand question patterns.

3. Mock Tests: Take online CBT mock tests to improve your accuracy.

4. Revision Strategy: Regularly revise formulas, diagrams, and key concepts helps you to remember for long duration and clear your all the raw concepts..

5. Time Management: Allocate time wisely between Part A, B, and C during the exam.

FAQs

1. When  CSIR NET June 2025 admit card will be released?

The admit card will to be released 3-4 days before the exam (around 25th July 2025). Download it from https://csirnet.nta.ac.in.

2. Last date to apply for CSIR ?

The last date for application submission was 26th June 2025. No further extensions have been announced.

3. Can final-year students also apply ?

Yes final-year postgraduate students can apply provisionally but must complete their degree within two years of the NET result declaration.

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