What is NET Exam: What is the difference between UGC NET and CSIR NET, who can apply

 
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What is NET Exam: UGC NET exam is commonly known as NET exam. This exam is conducted for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor. But do you know about CSIR UGC NET exam, what is the difference between UGC NET or CSIR UGC NET exam-

Why is NET exam conducted, what is the difference between UGC NET and CSIR NET

Difference Between UGC NET And CSIR NET: UGC NET i.e. University Grants Commission National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UGC NET 2024) is commonly known as NET exam. You must have heard about this exam that this exam is conducted to determine the eligibility of Indian citizens for 'Assistant Professor' as well as 'Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor' in Indian universities and colleges. Earlier this exam was conducted by the University Grants Commission, but since 2018 this exam is conducted by NTA i.e. National Testing Agency. This exam is conducted twice a year. Once in the month of June and second time in December. UGC NET exam is conducted by NTA in 83 subjects. But do you know about CSIR UGC NET exam. If not then let's know-

What is CSIR UGC NET exam?

The full form of CSIR UGC NET exam is Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) University Grant Commission National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. Let us tell you that CSIR, which is known for its cutting-edge research and development knowledge base in diverse science and technology fields, is a research and development organization. Earlier CSIR UGC NET exam was conducted by CSIR, but now NTA conducts this exam. Both UGC NET and CSIR NET are National Eligibility Tests, which are conducted by NTA. Both exams are for Junior Research Fellowship or Assistant Professor. 

Big difference in subjects

Apart from the similarities between both the exams, there is a big difference. This difference is about the subjects in both the exams. UGC NET exam is conducted for the candidates of Arts and Commerce, Social Science. On the other hand, CSIR UGC NET exam is purely for the candidates with Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematical Science, Earth Atmospheric Ocean, Planetary Science) and Technology background. 

Qualifications also vary

Candidates applying for UGC NET exam must have a master's degree in Arts or Commerce from a recognized institute. Only students with a master's degree in Science can apply for CSIR UGC NET. UGC NET exam is conducted for 83 subjects at various examination centers across the country, while CSIR UGC NET has 5 subjects. 

Earlier the mode of examination was different

CSIR UGC NET exam is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. At the same time, UGC NET exam was earlier conducted in pen and paper mode. Due to NET exam leak, from this year NTA has decided to conduct UGC NET exam in computer based mode. At present, the candidates who have given the NET exam are eagerly waiting for the UGC NET 2024 result. Recently NTA has released its answer key. 

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