CSIR NET 2023 Exam Analysis for June 8: Physical Science & More
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test 2025 ( CSIR NET )
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the CSIR NET 2023 for Physical Science, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences. In this article, CSIR NET June 8 Exam Analysis has been provided in this article immediately after the conduction of the CSIR NET 2023 exam.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the Day 3 exam of the CSIR NET 2023 exam. On June 8, CSIR NET exam was conducted for Physical Science, Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences. Exams for all the papers were conducted in the first shift form 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. CSIR NET exam was conducted by NTA in CBT mode for 3 hours. In this article, we have provided CSIR NET exam analysis, difficulty level & good attempts.
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) NET (also known as CSIR UGC NET) is a national-level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) to determine the eligibility of candidates for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and for Lectureship (LS)/ Assistant Professor in the universities and colleges of India.
- CSIR NET June 8 Exam Analysis- Physical Science
- CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis- June 8
- CSIR NET Exam Pattern 2023 for Physical Sciences
- CSIR NET Exam Pattern 2023 for Earth Sciences
CSIR NET June 8 Exam Analysis- Physical Science
The CSIR NET Physical Science Question Paper 2023 consisted of 75 questions divided among 3 parts- Sections A, B, and C. Candidates were required to answer 15 in Part A, 20 questions in Part B, and 10 compulsory questions in Part C. The remaining questions were of higher value and had more weightage than the remaining section. The marks per question in the sections were 2, 3.5, and 5, respectively.
Also Read: CSIR NET 2023 Analysis For All Shifts
CSIR NET Section-Wise Analysis- June 8
Candidates can check the CSIR NET Physical Science Analysis in the table below.
| Part Name |
Total MCQs |
Total MCQs to be Attempted |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A |
20 |
16 |
Easy to Moderate |
| Part B |
25 |
22 |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Part C |
30 |
27 |
Easy |
| Total |
75 |
75 |
Moderate |
CSIR NET Exam Pattern 2023 for Physical Sciences
CSIR NET Physical Sciences paper contains 75 MCQs out of which candidates need to attempt 55 questions. Each question in Part A carries two marks weightage and each question in Part B and C carries a weightage of 3.5 and five marks, respectively. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent in Part A, B and C for each wrong answer. Here is the detailed CSIR NET Exam Pattern for Physical Sciences.
| Particulars |
Part A |
Part B |
Part C |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions |
20 |
25 |
30 |
75 |
| Max no of questions to attempt |
15 |
20 |
20 |
55 |
| Marks for each correct answer |
2 |
3.5 |
5 |
200 |
| Negative marking of 25 per cent |
0.5 |
0.875 |
1.25 |
- |
CSIR NET Exam Pattern 2023 for Earth Sciences
In the CSIR NET Earth Sciences paper, candidates need to attempt a total of 75 MCQs combinedly from Part A, B and C. Each question in Part A and B carries two marks and each question in Part C carries four marks. There is a negative marking of 25 per cent in Part A and B and 33 per cent in Part C for each incorrect answer. Have a look at the CSIR NET Exam Pattern for Earth Sciences below.
| Particulars |
Part A |
Part B |
Part C |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Questions |
20 |
50 |
80 |
150 |
| Max no of questions to attempt |
15 |
35 |
25 |
75 |
| Marks for each correct answer |
2 |
2 |
4 |
200 |
| Negative marking- 25% in Part A & B and 33 per cent in Part C |
0.5 |
0.5 |
1.32 |
- |
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Candidates should follow a balanced approach. No doubt books help in conceptual clarity, and a candidate can study in detail. On the other hand, online platforms provide lectures through video, have updated notes, cover current affairs as well, etc. It also depends upon the candidate's feasibility a
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No. The syllabus of CSIR NET is the same for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) and Lectureship (Assistant Professor). The difference that lies is only in the cut-off marks and not in the syllabus.
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To pass the CSIR NET 2025 exam, candidates must score a minimum of 33 per cent in the General, EWS, and OBC categories and 25 per cent in the SC, ST, and PwD categories for both fellowship and Lectureship/Assistant Professor.
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As per the official website, stipend of a JRF selected through CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) will be Rs 37,000/ p.m for the first two years. In addition, annual contingent grant of Rs. 20,000/- per fellow will also be provided to the fellow.
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Yes. Several candidates have cleared the CSIR NET examination in three months by following a proper study plan, focusing on the important topics, frequent revision, mock test practice, previous year questions, etc.
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The CSIR UGC NET 2025 exam comprises subjects including Earth Science, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. It is crucial for a candidate to select one subject from the CSIR NET subject list to clear the examination.
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Should a candidate rely on books or online resources for CSIR NET Preparation 2025?