CSIR NET Application Form 2024: Eligibility, Fees & Exam Dates

The CSIR UGC NET Application Form 2024 process includes four key stages: registration, application form submission, document upload, and fee payment. Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the CSIR NET Eligibility Criteria 2024 to avoid disqualification.

This article provides a step-by-step guide on correctly filling out the CSIR NET 2024 Application Form, helping candidates prevent any discrepancies during the application process.

CSIR NET Application Form 2024

The National Testing Agency (NTA) have released the CSIR NET Application Form 2025 for the december session on the official website at csirnet.nta.ac.in. The CSIR NET Online Form will be accepted by the NTA on the official website. Before applying for the CSIR-UGC NET Examination, candidates are advised to check the CSIR UGC NET Eligibility Criteria as mentioned in this article. 

CSIR NET Eligibility Criteria 2024

The basic CSIR NET Eligibility Criteria that candidates must fulfil are mentioned below:

CSIR NET Educational Qualification 2024

• Candidates should have obtained a degree in BTech/ BE/ BPharma/ MBBS/ BS (four years)/ Integrated BS-MS/ MSc with a minimum of 55 per cent marks for General (UR)/ General-EWS and OBC (50 percent for SC/ ST, Third gender and PwD)

CSIR NET Age Limit 2024

• To apply for CSIR NET JRF, candidates should be a maximum of 28 years of age. The upper age limit is relaxable for up to 5 years for SC/ST/Third gender/PwD/Females and up to 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 
• There is no upper age limit to apply for the post of Lectureship (LS)/ Assistant Professor

CSIR NET 2024 Exam Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CSIR NET 2024 exam

CSIR NET 2024 Registration Fees

The application fees for the CSIR NET 2024 exam are: 

CSIR NET 2024 Application Process

Candidates who wish to appear for the CSIR UGC NET 2024 exam must complete the online application process through the official website. The application process consists of the following stages:

Step 1: Register for CSIR NET 2024

To register online, candidates need to follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the official website of CSIR NET: csirnet.nta.ac.in
2. Click on the "Apply Online for CSIR NET 2025" link.
3. Select the "New Registration" button.
4. Download and read the CSIR NET 2025 Information Brochure carefully.
5. Accept the declaration by clicking on the checkbox and then click on "Click Here to Proceed."
6. The CSIR NET Registration Form will appear on the screen.

Enter the following details in the registration form:

A. Personal Details:

B. Contact Details:

C. Create Login Credentials:

1. Choose a Password (Minimum 8 and Maximum 13 characters, including at least one Uppercase, one Lowercase, one Numeric Value, and one Special Character).
2. Select a Security Question and enter the Security Answer for account recovery.
3. Enter the Security Pin displayed on the screen.
4. Click on "Submit" to proceed.
5. Verify the information entered and click on the checkboxes for declaration.
6. Click on the "Final Submit" button.

Step 2: Fill CSIR UGC NET 2024 Application Form

After successful registration, candidates need to click on the "Complete Application Form" button to proceed.

Details to be filled in the Application Form:

A. Personal Information:

B. Exam Details:

C. Educational Details (For Both Graduation & Post-Graduation):

D. Doctoral Details (If Applicable):

1. Enter the Security Code displayed on the screen.
2. Click on "Submit."
3. Verify the entered details carefully and click on the checkboxes for declaration.
4. Click on the "Final Submit" button.

Step 3: Upload Scanned Photograph & Signature

Candidates need to upload scanned images of their photograph and signature as per the prescribed specifications.

Document Upload Specifications:

Instructions for Uploading:

• The photograph must be recent and in passport size with a white background.
• The signature must be in black or blue ink on white paper.
• Both images should be clear and not blurry.

Step 4: Pay CSIR UGC NET 2024 Application Fee

The final step is to pay the CSIR NET 2024 application fee through an online payment mode:

Available Payment Modes:

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Net Banking
• UPI
• Paytm Wallet

Category-wise Application Fee Structure:

Important Notes:

• Once the payment is successfully made, a confirmation page will be generated.
• Candidates must download and print at least three copies of the confirmation page for future reference.
• The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Key Points to Remember:

• Fill in all details accurately to avoid any discrepancy.
• Ensure that all documents are uploaded in the correct format.
• The application fee must be paid before the deadline to avoid disqualification.
• Print the confirmation page for future use.

CSIR NET Application Correction 2024: How to Make Changes?

The CSIR NET Application Correction Window will be activated for the December session on the official website at csirnet.nta.ac.in. It will be activated by the NTA to make corrections in the CSIR NET Application Form for the December session. Candidates who want to make corrections, if any, in the CSIR NET application form by following the steps mentioned below:

• Step 1: Visit the official website of the exam
• Step 2: Click on the application form correction tab at the bottom of the page
• Step 3: Log in to the registered account using the application number and password
• Step 4: Read the instructions carefully and click on the ‘I Agree’ checkbox
• Step 5: Make the required changes in the application form
• Step 6: Click on the Submit button
• Step 7: Verify the entered details carefully
• Step 8: Click on the checkboxes under the ‘Parameters checklist to be verified’ header
• Step 9: Click on the checkbox for the declaration
• Step 10: Click on the Final Submit button
• Step 11: Take a printout of the revised confirmation page

Details Allowed to be Corrected in CSIR UGC NET Application Form 2024

Candidates can make corrections in the following particulars of the CSIR NET Application Form:

• Candidate’s name
• Mother’s name
• Father’s name
• Educational details
• Candidates’ address
• Gender
• Date of birth
• Category
• Nationality
• Post applied for
• Subjects opted
• Specialization
• Exam centre preference

How to Recover CSIR NET Application Number and Password?

Recover CSIR NET Application Number

1. Visit csirnet.nta.ac.in.
2. Click on "CSIR NET Application Form" then "Forgot Application Number".
3. Enter Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth.
4. Enter the security pin and click "Get Application Number".

Recover CSIR NET Password

1. Visit csirnet.nta.ac.in.
2. Click on "CSIR NET Application Form" then Forgot Password".
3. Choose one option:
   • Answer security questions.
   • Get a verification code on mobile.
   • Receive a reset link via email.
4. Reset and save the new password.

CSIR NET Admit Card 2024 

The authority will issue the CSIR NET Intimation Slip 2024 for the December session. Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download the CSIR UGC NET Admit Card 2024:

• Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA
• Step 2: Click on the 'CSIR NET Admit Card' link
• Step 3: Enter the application number, date of birth and security code (as shown in the image)
• Step 4: Click on the Login button
• Step 5: Click on the Download Admit Card button
• Step 6: Download, save and print the CSIR NET admit card

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