CSIR NET 2024 Question Paper with Detailed Solutions & Answer Key; Download PDF

Q: Ques: What is the exam pattern of the CSIR NET 2024 Question Paper?

Ans: The CSIR NET 2024 Question Paper consists of a single paper with three sections: Part A (General Aptitude), Part B (Subject-Specific MCQs), and Part C (Higher-Order Subject Questions), totaling 200 marks and lasting 3 hours.

Q: Ques: Are CSIR NET 2024 question papers available in multiple languages?

Ans: The question paper is available in English and Hindi, based on the candidate’s selected language during registration.

Q: Ques: Is there negative marking in the CSIR NET 2024 exam?

Ans: Yes, negative marking is applicable in CSIR NET 2024 exam. For Part A and Part B, 0.5 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer, while for Part C, 1 mark is deducted.

Soumya Rajput

Jul 16, 2026

CSIR UGC NET 2024 exam was conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) in two cycles. CSIR NET June 2024 session was held from July 25 to 27, 2024, while the December 2024 session took place from February 28 to March 2, 2025, for determining eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor/Ph.D. admission in five science subjects.

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CSIR NET 2024 selection process involves a computer-based test (CBT), consisting of a single paper divided into three sections to assess General Aptitude, Subject-Specific Knowledge, and Analytical Skills. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks as per their category and subject to be eligible for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or Lectureship (LS). Final selection is based on merit and category-wise cutoff scores.

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Ques: What is the exam pattern of the CSIR NET 2024 Question Paper?

Ans: The CSIR NET 2024 Question Paper consists of a single paper with three sections: Part A (General Aptitude), Part B (Subject-Specific MCQs), and Part C (Higher-Order Subject Questions), totaling 200 marks and lasting 3 hours.

Ques: Are CSIR NET 2024 question papers available in multiple languages?

Ans: The question paper is available in English and Hindi, based on the candidate’s selected language during registration.

Ques: Is there negative marking in the CSIR NET 2024 exam?

Ans: Yes, negative marking is applicable in CSIR NET 2024 exam. For Part A and Part B, 0.5 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer, while for Part C, 1 mark is deducted.