CSIR-UGC NET

The CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test for JRF and Lectureship, commonly known as CSIR-UGC NET, is a prestigious national-level examination conducted jointly by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the University Grants Commission (UGC). This examination serves as a gateway for candidates aspiring to pursue research careers and teaching positions in Science subjects across universities, colleges, and research institutions in India. The exam is designed to assess the competency and subject knowledge of candidates in various scientific disciplines. The CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test for JRF and Lectureship is conducted to award Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and to determine eligibility for Lectureship positions in Science subjects. Successful candidates qualifying for JRF receive a monthly fellowship to pursue research leading to Ph.D. degrees in Science subjects, whilst those qualifying for Lectureship become eligible for Assistant Professor positions in universities and colleges across India. The examination is conducted in a single-session Computer-Based Test (CBT) format with a total of 200 marks distributed across three parts. The exam covers five major scientific subjects: Chemical Sciences, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Top research organisations such as CSIR laboratories, IITs, NITs, central universities, state universities, and various research institutes recognise this qualification for recruiting research personnel and faculty members. The CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test for JRF and Lectureship plays a crucial role in maintaining quality standards in scientific research and higher education across India.