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CSIR-NET

CSIR National Eligibility Test

Qualifies candidates for research fellowships and lectureship in the sciences.

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Gets You: Biannual
Twice a year: Computer-based (CBT)
Mode: 5
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About CSIR-NET

Qualifies candidates for research fellowships and lectureship in the sciences.

Careers This Exam Leads To

BiotechnologyBiotechnology -- specializations, skills & career paths

PhysicsPhysics -- specializations, skills & career paths

ChemistryChemistry -- specializations, skills & career paths

MathematicsMathematics -- specializations, skills & career paths

BiologyBiology -- specializations, skills & career paths

At a Glance

Exam Level: Research
Exam Type: Eligibility
Stage: Postgraduate Entrance
Field: Science & Research
Conducting Body: CSIR / NTA
Frequency: Twice a year
Mode of Exam: Computer-based (CBT)
Eligibility: A master's degree or equivalent in a science subject with at least 55% marks (50% for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD and third gender).

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