Latest Update: 7 April 2024 – National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key for Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR UGC NET) June 2025 examination. Candidates can download the answer key and submit objections until 10 April 2024.
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Important: The last date to challenge the provisional answer key is 10 April 2024 (up to 11:50 PM). Candidates need to pay ₹200/- per question challenged.
| Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | CSIR UGC NET June 2025 |
| Purpose | Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor |
| Answer Key Status | Provisional Released |
| Objection Submission Last Date | 10 April 2024 (11:50 PM) |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Exam Date | 25-27 June 2025 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 7 April 2024 |
| Objection Submission Start Date | 7 April 2024 |
| Objection Submission End Date | 10 April 2024 (11:50 PM) |
| Final Answer Key Release | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | Expected by 30 April 2024 |
CSIR UGC NET June 2025 Overview
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) conducts the National Eligibility Test (NET) to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor positions in Indian universities and colleges. The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers this examination.
CSIR UGC NET is conducted in five subject areas:
- Chemical Sciences
- Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
Note: Candidates who qualify for JRF are also eligible for Lectureship/Assistant Professor positions, subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria laid down by UGC.
How to Download CSIR UGC NET Answer Key 2025
- Visit the official CSIR UGC NET website: csirnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on “Display Question Paper and Answer Key Challenge”
- Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password
- Enter the Security Pin displayed on the screen
- Click on “Submit” to view your question paper and answer key
- Check the answers and download the PDF for future reference
How to Submit Objections for CSIR UGC NET Answer Key 2025
- Log in to the official website using your credentials
- Click on “Challenge Answer Key” option
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge
- Select an alternative answer that you consider correct
- Upload supporting documents/references (PDF format, size not exceeding 200 KB per document)
- Pay the processing fee of ₹200/- per question challenged (non-refundable)
- Submit your challenges before the deadline (10 April 2024, 11:50 PM)
- Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference
Important: The payment for answer key challenges is non-refundable. However, if the challenge is accepted by NTA, the amount will be refunded to the concerned candidate.
CSIR UGC NET Exam Pattern
| Paper | Sections | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Paper Test | Part A: General Aptitude (common to all subjects) | 30 | 3 hours |
| Part B: Subject-specific MCQs (basic concepts) | 70 | ||
| Part C: Higher-value questions (analytical thinking) | 100 | ||
| Total | 200 | ||
Marking Scheme
| Part | Mark per Question | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | 2 marks | -0.5 mark |
| Part B | 3.5 marks | -0.875 mark |
| Part C | 5 marks | -1.25 marks |
Expected CSIR UGC NET 2025 Cut-off (Subject-wise)
| Subject | JRF | Lectureship | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | SC/ST/OBC/PwD | General | SC/ST/OBC/PwD | |
| Chemical Sciences | 55-58% | 45-50% | 50-53% | 40-45% |
| Earth Sciences | 52-55% | 42-47% | 47-50% | 37-42% |
| Life Sciences | 58-62% | 48-53% | 53-57% | 43-48% |
| Mathematical Sciences | 54-57% | 44-49% | 49-52% | 39-44% |
| Physical Sciences | 55-58% | 45-50% | 50-53% | 40-45% |
Note: The above cut-offs are tentative based on previous year trends. Actual cut-offs will be determined by NTA after the evaluation of all responses and consideration of objections.
Fellowship and Emoluments
| Category | Monthly Fellowship | Contingency Grant (Annual) | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| JRF | ₹31,000/- (for first 2 years) | ₹20,000/- | 2 years |
| SRF | ₹35,000/- (after 2 years) | ₹20,000/- | 3 years |
In addition to the fellowship amount, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is also provided as per Central Government norms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Conclusion: With the release of the provisional answer key for CSIR UGC NET June 2025, candidates should carefully review their responses and submit objections if required. This is a crucial step that can impact the final result, especially for those on the borderline of qualifying marks.
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