The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has announced the UGC NET December 2024 Exam, inviting applications for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Lectureship (LS)/Assistant Professor positions. Aspiring candidates with a passion for research and teaching can now seize this opportunity to showcase their eligibility for prestigious roles in academics and research.

Application Process and Fee:

The application window for CSIR UGC NET December 2024 has officially opened.

•Application Start Date: December 9, 2024

•Application Deadline: December 30, 2024

•Last Date for Fee Payment: December 31, 2024

Fee Details::

•General Candidates: ₹1150

•EWS/OBC-Non Creamy Layer Candidates: ₹600

•SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender Candidates: ₹325

Payments can be made through multiple online modes, including debit/credit cards, UPI, or internet banking.

Examination Schedule and Mode:

The exam will be conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) from February 16 to February 28, 2025. The exact exam timings and shifts will be mentioned on the admit cards, which will be released closer to the exam date. The duration of the exam is three hours.

Important updates like city intimation slips and answer keys will be announced later on the official website of NTA-CSIR.

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess a Master’s degree or an equivalent qualification in the relevant field. It is essential to review the detailed notification for subject-specific requirements.

Age Limit (As of February 1, 2025)

•For JRF: Candidates should not exceed 30 years of age.

•For Lectureship/Assistant Professor: No upper age limit applies.

Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.

Steps to Apply Online for CSIR UGC NET December 2024:

Follow these steps to complete your application:

1.Visit the official NTA-CSIR website.

2. Register by providing your basic details and creating a login ID.

3.Fill in the online application form and upload the required documents.

4.Pay the application fee through the provided payment gateway.

5.Submit your application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Dates to Remember:

•Correction Window for Application Form: January 1-2, 2025

•Exam Dates: February 16-28, 2025

•Result Declaration: To be announced on the official website

Important Links to Apply Online:

Apply Online Link – Click Here 

Official Notification PDF – Click Here to Download

UGC NET Official Website – Click Here to Visit