CSIR UGC NET Exam 2024-Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):
- Maximum age: 30 years (as of February 2025).
- Relaxation: Up to 5 years for OBC-NCL, SC/ST, PwD, Third Gender, and women candidates.
- Assistant Professor & Ph.D. Admissions:
- No upper age limit.
2. Educational Qualification
- Must complete the degree within 2 years (1 year for Ph.D. only) after the NET result.
- General/EWS Candidates: Minimum 55% marks in Master’s degree or equivalent.
- OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: Minimum 50% marks.
- Final Year/Post-Graduate Candidates:
- Eligible to apply provisionally.
- Must complete the degree within 2 years (1 year for Ph.D. only) after the NET result.
CSIR UGC NET Exam 2024 Stipend Details
Details | Amount |
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Monthly Stipend | ₹37,000/- for the first 2 years |
Contingency Grant | ₹20,000/- annually |
CSIR UGC NET Application Fee Details
Category | Application Fee |
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General | ₹1150 |
General-EWS/OBC (NCL) | ₹600 |
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender | ₹325 |
Payment Methods: Net-banking, Debit/Credit card, UPI.
HOW TO APPLY CSIR UGC NET December 2024
Step | Details |
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Step 1 | Visit the official website: csirnet.nta.nic.in. |
Step 2 | Click on “Online Application Form” link. |
Step 3 | Fill in your personal, educational, and contact details. |
Step 4 | Upload the necessary documents as per the instructions. |
Step 5 | Pay the application fee according to your category. |
Step 6 | Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference. |
Important Dates for CSIR UGC NET December 2024
Event | Date |
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Starting Date of Application | 9th December 2024 |
Last Date of Application | 30th December 2024 |
Exam Dates | 16th February – 28th February 2025 |
Link Description | Action |
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Online Application Form | Click Here |
Official Notification | Click Here |
Information Bulletin | Click Here |
Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the starting date to apply online for CSIR UGC NET 2024?
The starting date to apply online for CSIR UGC NET 2024 is 9th December 2024.
2. What is the last date to apply online for CSIR UGC NET 2024?
The last date to apply online for CSIR UGC NET 2024 is 30th December 2024.
3. When will the CSIR UGC NET 2024 be conducted?
The CSIR UGC NET 2024 will be conducted from 16th February 2025 to 28th February 2025.