CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 Exam Over; Check Paper Analysis & Difficulty Level

CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 Exam Over; Check Paper Analysis & Difficulty Level

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New Delhi, Updated on Jul 17, 2026 12:31 IST
CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 exam concluded with overall moderate difficulty level. There were concept-based and application-oriented questions, as per candidates' initial reactions. CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 exam concluded with overall moderate difficulty level. There were concept-based and application-oriented questions, as per candidates

CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 exam concluded with overall moderate difficulty level. There were concept-based and application-oriented questions, as per candidates' initial reactions.

CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 Exam Over

CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 Exam Over

CSIR NET 2026 July 17 Shift 1 Exam: National Testing Agency has successfully concluded Shift 1 of Joint CSIR-UGC NET June 2026 exam today, July 17. The morning shift was conducted from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon in Computer Based Test (CBT). Those who appeared for exam have started sharing their initial reactions.

As per first reactions from candidates, overall difficulty level of CSIR NET July 17 Shift 1 exam was moderate. Most CSIR NET questions were based on conceptual understanding and application of scientific principles rather than direct factual recall. They stated that those with thorough preparation found CSIR NET Day 1 July 17 paper manageable.

CSIR NET 2026 July 17 (Shift 1) Life Science Exam Pattern Followed

CSIR NET was conducted in prescribed CBT format. The question paper comprised Part A, Part B and Part C. The exam checks candidates' aptitude, subject knowledge and analytical abilities.

CSIR NET 2026 Exam Shift Timings

CSIR NET June 2026 exam is being conducted over two days in two shifts

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Shifts

Timings

Shift 1

9 AM to 12 Noon

Shift 2

3 to 6 PM

Candidates appearing in the remaining shifts are advised to revise important topics from their respective subjects. CSIR NET official answer key and response sheets are expected to be released after completion of exam. With the help of that, they will be able to calculate their scores before declaration of results.

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