The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the results of the Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2024 examination. This is a crucial exam for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors, apply for Junior Research Fellowships (JRF), or gain admission to PhD programs in Indian colleges, universities, and research institutions. The results are now available on the official website.
Candidates who appeared for the exam can visit the site and download their scorecards by entering their application number and date of birth. As per the NTA, scorecards will not be sent by post or email. All candidates are required to download their scorecards directly from the official website.
How to Check CSIR UGC NET December 2024 Results?
To check your result, follow these easy steps:
Step 1: Visit the official CSIR NET website: csirnet.nta.ac.in
Step 2: On the homepage, click on the link titled “CSIR UGC NET 2025 Results”
Step 3: Enter your application number and date of birth
Step 4: Your scorecard will appear on the screen
Step 5: Download and save it for future reference
Make sure you keep your login details safe so you can access your scorecard anytime you need it.
When and Where the Exam Was Held
The Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2024 examination was conducted over three days — on February 28, March 1, and March 2, 2025. The exam was held at 326 test centres in 164 cities across India. This time, a total of 2,38,451 candidates registered for the exam. Out of these, 1,74,785 candidates actually appeared for the test.
The exam was conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. It covered five major subjects:
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Chemical Sciences
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Earth Sciences (including Atmospheric, Ocean, and Planetary Sciences)
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Life Sciences
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Mathematical Sciences
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Physical Sciences
After the exam, candidates were allowed to raise objections against the answer key. The objection window was open until March 14, 2025.
How Many Candidates Qualified in the Exam?
NTA has released a full report on how many candidates passed the exam in different categories. Here's a detailed look at the qualifying numbers:
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1,963 candidates qualified for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) under the CSIR JRF scheme. These candidates can also apply for Assistant Professor posts, if they meet the minimum eligibility conditions set by UGC.
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Only 11 candidates qualified only for JRF under the CSIR scheme. However, these candidates are not eligible to apply for Assistant Professor roles.
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1,875 candidates were selected under the UGC JRF scheme. They are also eligible to apply for the position of Assistant Professor.
Apart from JRF, many candidates qualified for other academic roles:
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3,172 candidates are eligible for both Assistant Professor roles and PhD admission.
- 10,969 candidates qualified only for PhD admission.
These results show the tough competition and the high academic standards maintained by the CSIR UGC NET exam.
What is the CSIR UGC NET Exam?
The Joint CSIR UGC NET is an important national-level examination in India. It is held to check if a candidate is suitable for academic and research positions in Indian institutions. The exam is a gateway for:
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Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
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Assistant Professor posts
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Admission to PhD programs
Thousands of students appear for the exam every year to start their careers in research or teaching.
In the previous session held in June 2024, the exam was conducted on July 25, 26, and 27 across 187 cities in the country. A total of 2,25,335 candidates had registered for the test, out of which 1,63,529 candidates appeared.
This highlights the consistently high participation in each session and reinforces the fact that the CSIR UGC NET remains one of India’s most competitive exams for careers in research and academia.
Candidates are advised to download their scorecards from the official website and keep a printed copy for future reference. Those who have qualified can now plan their next steps—whether it’s applying for PhD programs, research fellowships, or teaching positions.
