CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Question Paper Analysis OUT, Answer Key, Expected Cutoff & Difficulty Level

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Shikha Goyal
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Updated on Jul 27, 2024 19:05 IST
The CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science exam is over on July 27, 2024. NTA conducted the Chemical Science exam in shift 1 (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.). Candidates can check below the CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Analysis, including the questions asked, topics, difficulty level, student reactions, section-wise analysis, and more.

The NTA successfully conducted the CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science exam in Shift 1 on July 27, 2024. Here we are providing the CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Shift 1 analysis, difficulty level of the exam, and questions asked based on the student reviews. Scroll down for details.

CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Question Paper Analysis

CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Question Paper Analysis

CSIR NET 2024 Analysis for Chemical Science OUT: The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Exam on July 27, 2024 in the morning shift from 9 am to 12 pm. Here we are providing an overview of the CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science exam's difficulty level (section-wise). Those candidates who appeared in the exam can check here the detailed CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science analysis of the question paper, including the overall difficulty level, solutions, and more. Candidates can access their performance based on the analysis. The total number of questions asked in the exam was 120, and candidates needed to attempt 75 questions. The CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science Exam is divided into three parts, namely Part A, Part B, and Part C.

Candidates can check below the detailed CSIR NET 2024 Chemical Science exam analysis based on the student reactions, overall difficulty level, topics asked, memory-based questions and answers, etc.

Also Read: CSIR NET 2024 Answer Key Live Updates

Table of contents
  • CSIR NET Chemical Science Exam Analysis 2024: Student Reactions (Shift 1, July 27)
  • CSIR NET Chemical Science Exam Analysis 2024: Topics Asked
  • CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis: Chemical Science (Shift 1)
  • CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis: Chemical Science (Part A)
  • CSIR NET 2024 Answer Key

CSIR NET Chemical Science Exam Analysis 2024: Student Reactions (Shift 1, July 27) 

As per student reactions, inroganic was moderate to hard, Part C was lengthy. Overall Difficulty level was moderate to hard. Questions were tricky. 

Part A was Easy

Part B was Easy to Moderate

Part C was Moderate to Difficult

Overall: Moderate to Tough

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Q:   How do I prepare for the CSIR NET exam without coaching?
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CSIR NET exams are conducted twice a year, in June and December, allowing aspirants to gain eligibility for lectureships in Indian universities and colleges. Every year, many aspirants give this exam, so you must start your preparation as early as possible and manage your time well. Preparation tips: Go through the syllabus. Well, it is highly recommended that you follow the syllabus, as it assists you in planning your preparation efficiently. It will give you an understanding of the time needed to prepare the complete syllabus. Manage your time well. Follow the study plan strictly. Make proper notes for revision. Collect and solve the previous year's papers. Analyze the papers and sort them according to the subject. Set a time for revision. Exam Pattern of CSIR-NET: CSIR-NET is an online exam containing 200 objective-type questions worth 200 marks. The question paper is divided into 3 parts, which are A, B, and C. Each part includes a different number of questions. The total number of questions in the CSIR NET exam also varies depending on the subject for which the student is appearing. The whole time required to complete the exam is three hours. Candidates can visit the official websites for the Testbook to find study materials, daily, weekly, and monthly quizzes, previous year's question papers, mock tests, and more. I hope this will help you.

CSIR NET Chemical Science Exam Analysis 2024: Topics Asked

  • Quantum perturbation second order
  • Solid to Liquid to Gas (diagram)
  • Acidity
  • Electro Question
  • Heterocyclic question
  • Aptitude was Easy
  • Reaction Mechanism
  • Operators
  • ​​Spectroscopy
  • Isolobal analogy 
  • Kinetics
  • Zero order reaction
  • Veinn Diagram
  • Coordination Chemistry: Electron transfer reaction, ground state term symbol
  • Group Theory

Also Read: CSIR NET 2024 (All Day) Exam Analysis: Subject-Wise Question Paper Difficulty Level & Answer Key PDF

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CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis: Chemical Science (Shift 1) 

Candidates can check the CSIR NET Chemical Science Analysis for Shift 1 in the table below based on the students' review.

Part Name

Total MCQs

Total MCQs to be Attempted

Difficulty Level

Good Attempts

Part A

20

15

Easy

10-12

Part B

40

35

 Moderate

26-27

Part C

60

25

Moderate

18-19

Total

120

75

Moderate

58-62

CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis: Chemical Science (Part A)

  • Puzzle: 1Q (Easy)
  • Series Formation: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Clock and Calendar: 1-2Q (Moderate)
  • Direction and Distance: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Coding and Decoding: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Ranking and Arrangement: 1-2Q (Easy)
  • Pie-Chart: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Measures of Dispersion: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Geometry: 1Q (Easy)
  • Proportion and Variation: 1Q (Moderate)
  • HCF and LCM: 2Q (Moderate)
  • Permutation and Combination: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Compound and Simple Interest: 1Q (Moderate)
  • Time and Work: 1Q (Moderate)

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The CSIR NET 2026 Provisional Answer Key for the June session is expected to be released around 7 to 10 days after the exam. It will be released at csirnet.nta.nic.in. Candidates will also get time to check their responses and raise an objections if any. 

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Ishita Kaur

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CSIR NET Exam Pattern 2026 contains a Negative Marking in the exam. CSIR NET Negative Marking varies for different subjects. Candidates can check CSIR NET exam pattern for more detail: https://www.shiksha.com/sarkari-exams/articles/csir-net-2026-blogId-222056

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Nitesh Pruthi

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates should follow a proper strategy and focused approach for the CSIR NET exam preparation. Some of the tips includes frequent revision, understand the pattern of an exam and syllabus, solve previous year question papers, practice mock test, etc.

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Gunjan Majumder

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

The preparation for the CSIR NET exam depends upon the candidate to candidate. Generally, it is considered that with the right guidance and structured approach 6 to 12 months are enough for the CSIR NET preparation. Proper dedication and structured approach also plays a crucial role. 

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Shikha Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

Generally, the good score in the CSIR NET exam is considered as 120+ out of 200 for JRF General category candidates and for Lectureship 90 to 110 range. This can vary year to year. 

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Jasleen Jain

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

The CSIR NET exam is considered to be Moderate to Difficult in overall difficulty. Generally, Part C of the exam is considered to be difficult. Also, in subjects, Life Science is perceived to be tougher because of the depth of the syllabus and Chemical Science consists of the application-based quest

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Manisha Singh

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates can download the CSIR NET Syllabus by visiting the official website at csirnet.nta.nic.in or csirhrdg.res.in. Candidates can also visit out Shiksha page to download the syllabus PDF for the CSIR NET exam.

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Chanchal Shekhar

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Generally, the CSIR NET Chemical Science exam is considered to be moderate to difficult level of difficulty. It is crucial for the candidates to have clear understanding about the topics asked in the Earth Science exam.

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Ishita Kaur

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Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates who are preparing for the CSIR NET Earth Science exam need to make proper strategy, understanding of the core concept is also important including in Geography, Physical Geography, Oceanography, etc. It is also crucial to analyze the syllabus thoroughly, solve previous year question papers

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Satyendra Garg

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

As per the cutoff trends and normalization process, candidates should aim to achieve at least 100 marks out of 200 to clear or meet the benchmark for the CSIR NET Life Science exam. For candidates who want to score for JRF then 110 or above is considered to be a good target. 

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Shikha Goyal

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