r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS Jul 23 '26

Announcements r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS is looking for mods!

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Hi everyone,

If CSIR NET - the intense prep, the deep-dives into specialized science and math domains, and the mock test grinds - is something you've lived through or have successfully passed the test, you might be a great fit.

This subreddit covers a lot of ground for CSIR NET aspirants, from core preparation strategies and complex subject queries to JRF cut-offs, PhD admissions, and research careers. 

Leave a comment if:

  • You've taken, qualified, or are currently deep in prep for the CSIR NET (Chemical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, or Physical Sciences) and want to stay close to this community as you progress.
  • You can check in regularly and genuinely enjoy helping people with strategies, paper patterns, doubts, and resource sharing.
  • Bonus: You’ve modded a subreddit, or run a study group, and you're comfortable with the less glamorous bits like removing spam, organizing flairs, and keeping things civil. No prior experience is necessary though!

If that sounds like you, drop a comment below telling us where you are in your CSIR NET / JRF journey, and why you'd like to mod. Thank you!


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS Jul 09 '26

Ask Me Anything I'm Fahad Ahmad Khan, AIR 54 (99.90 percentile) in UGC NET JRF (Commerce), Dec 2025. Join me for an AMA on July 9 at 5:00 PM IST on r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS. Ask me anything about my preparation, JRF strategy, study resources, paper analysis, time management, mistakes I made, and more!

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Thank you for all the questions and special thanks to the mods of r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS , I had a great time interacting with all of you. All the best for the preparation and your future!

Hi everyone! I'm Fahad Ahmad Khan. I qualified UGC NET JRF (Commerce) in the December 2025 session with AIR 54 (99.90 percentile).

Like many aspirants, my journey involved a lot of trial and error, learning from mistakes, and staying consistent through the preparation process. I'm grateful for the result, and I'd love to share whatever I've learned along the way if it can help others preparing for the exam.

Whether you're just starting your UGC NET Commerce preparation or are aiming to improve your score, feel free to ask me anything about my preparation journey, study strategy, or exam experience.

Ask me anything about:

  • My UGC NET Commerce preparation strategy
  • How I approached JRF preparation
  • Books and resources I found helpful
  • Time management and revision techniques
  • Subject-wise preparation
  • Mock tests and previous-year papers
  • Mistakes I made and lessons I learned
  • Balancing studies with other commitments
  • Exam-day approach and handling pressure

I'm looking forward to interacting with everyone and answering your questions as honestly as I can on r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS this Thursday, 9 July 2026, at 5:00 PM IST. See you there!


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 7h ago

CSIR NET - Life Sciences What are the high yield topics for CSIR-NET ? ( plant physiology)

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So, I am from Zoology background and well plant physiology is kinda a new territory for me. I’m not sure I’ll be able to cover and digest every subtopic in-depth. I’d really appreciate it if those who have already prepared for the exam or are preparing..could point out the topics that are frequently asked or conceptually important.


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 6h ago

CSIR NET - Mathematical Sciences Need a study partner for csir net mathematical science?

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r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 17h ago

JRF and Lectureship Net jrf physics is there any telegram channel for free content

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r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 1d ago

UGC NET UGC NET Economics online coaching

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Is there anyone enrolled in Adda 247 Economics course? I'm preparing for Dec 2026 attempt, and I'm thinking of enrolling in their JRF 3.0 batch. Need suggestions.


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 1d ago

Study Material Help needed.

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Can anybody help me to find 7th or 8th edition of Pathfinder life sciences Part 1 and 2 ? Urgently needed


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

Study Material any books or pdf for topic wise, unit wise pyqs for csir net life science?

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r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 1d ago

UGC NET Is clearing net without jrf of any help?

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r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

UGC NET What's the cut off for NFOBC?

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Hi All, I appeared for ugc net and I missed by jrf by 4 marks which is 2 questions; how likely is that I can avail NFOBC for the same?


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

UGC NET Dropped UGC NET Education (Code 09) by just 4 marks in my 3rd attempt (June 2026). Need advice on free resources and strategy.

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Hey everyone,I really need some guidance and maybe a bit of a reality check.

I just gave my 3rd attempt for UGC NET Education (Subject Code: 09) in the June 2026 cycle.

Honestly, I’ve been working really hard and my scores have improved, but this time it hurts the most because I missed qualifying for NET by just 2 questions (4 marks).Here is how my journey has looked so far:

1st Attempt: 166 marks

2nd Attempt: 164 marks

3rd Attempt (June 2026): 202 marks

Going from 164 to 202 felt great initially, but being so close yet so far is incredibly frustrating. I’m determined to crack it in the next cycle, but since I am already at the 200+ mark level, I don’t know how to bridge this tiny but crucial gap.If anyone here has cleared NET/JRF in Education or has been in a similar situation, please help me out with a few things:How to cross the line? When you are stuck just a few marks away from the cutoff, what changes should you make in your strategy? Should I focus more on Paper 1 or dive deeper into Paper 2 core units (like Research, Philosophy, etc.)?

Free Resources/Notes: I am looking for free study materials to save on costs. Are there any specific websites, YouTube channels, or Telegram groups that provide genuine, high-quality notes for Code 09?

PYQs & Mock Tests: Which platform or book is best for practicing previous years' questions with accurate answers and explanations?

Please share your suggestions or any strategy that worked for you. Any lead would mean a lot right now.Thanks in advance!


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

Study Material Need practice questions for ugc net economics

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Does anyone know where I can find good practice questions and mocks for ugc net economics ?


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

Questions & Doubts How to prepare

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I am in my 1st year of ma political science

I am thinking to start preparing for ugc net

Please guide me how to prepare and which sources I should referee in preparation

Especially for paper 1


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

Study Material Does anyone has recorded lectures of CSIR NET/GATE physical science?

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If anyone has recorded lectures of physical science please share them.


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 2d ago

Questions & Doubts Which book should I buy for PYQ (Anthropology)?

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r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

Questions & Doubts I got 99.62 percentile in Mathematical sciences. Am I safe for JRF in general category?

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I scored 94.75/200 in mathematical sciences. From the percentile calculation my standing is around 93-94. No one is able to give a definite answer whether I will get JRF or not. Searching through the internet I got to know that total slots for JRF in mathematical sciences is around 500. Is this true?


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

Questions & Doubts BARC OCES Bioscience

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Anybody has or know any telegram channel with courses for barc biosciences. Can anyone guide me on the preparation, i cleared csir 2026 june with 9 units so i wanted some help with barc


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

CSIR NET - Life Sciences How to start preperation for CSIR for the JRF

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Hi. I did bsc. Botany and now joined 1st yr of pg in biotech. How should I start preparing for JRF?. Do help me out.


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

JRF and Lectureship 98.57 percentile, 117.5 marks UR , any hope for JRF ? IN CHEMICAL SCIENCE?

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Please yarr batado koi


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

Questions & Doubts CSIR NET Life Science, December 2026

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How do I start the preparation along with every resource needed for December as an individual who hasn't started yet. Today is September 1st, also I'm a first year master's student who wants to at least qualify for phD in the first time. Help me!!


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

Questions & Doubts Anyone can help me for CUET-PG 2027 COQP12 ? It's September now and I don't know where to study I mean i know the syllabus but how to start preparation I don't know. What the best source for mock which course which books ! Can anyone help who have some experience or knowledge about CUET-PG. 🥲🥲

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r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 3d ago

UGC NET UGC NET JRF Political science

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I don't know if this is not the correct sub

I gave my IGNOU masters 1st year exam this July and want to prepare for the December NET JRF exam.

Can anyone share their valuable knowledge on how to proceed with it.

If you have any materials available for such please share it with me.

Thank you.


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 4d ago

News & Updates My honest opinion on csir june 2026

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even though mere score ache aye but im little dissappointed becoz agar aisi paper banti toh sirf last min me ratta maarke aa jate aur mere bohoth frnds hai jinhone bohoth mehnat ki analytical q sab practice karne aur jab paper aisa ata hai it might hurt a lot ki itna karne ka kya fayda tha atleast csir ko addha analytical aur aadha direct rakhni chahiye but no dev bio no proper csir level questions are very dissappointing, my only request to all my fellow mates ki iss baar nhi hua hoga par aapko pata hai aapne kitna mehnat kara hai toh have trust in u aur aage ki preparation pe focus karo ur hardwork will help aur koi doubt kuch bhi puchna ho u can ask


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 5d ago

CSIR NET - Life Sciences JRF mil gya 💥💯

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Confused where to join phd now . I don't have much lab experience 😕 will that be a problem? Suggest best phd programs including IITs.


r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS 4d ago

CSIR NET - Life Sciences How's PhD in lifesciences from top IITs ?

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I don't know what are the merits and demerits of doing a PhD from top IITs like IITM, IITD,IITK , IITKGP . I meant toxicity in labs and gatekeeping of information found in labs.I learnt about those a little in master's but I want to know how it is for phds since it's a 5 plus yr work we need to do under same supervisor so, how to manage to be in good side and how-to avoid rivalries.

I don't have lab skills I just like to read and study in a well structured manner, will that be a trouble in interview ? I'm qualified in CSIR JRF.