Complete exam pattern, eligibility, age limit and topic-wise syllabus breakdown for CSIR UGC NET Life Sciences.
CSIR–UGC (NET) is the gateway exam for JRF and Lectureship in Life Sciences. Gyan Bindu Academy offers classroom coaching and correspondence programmes covering the complete CSIR-JRF-NET Life Sciences syllabus, alongside GATE Life Sciences & Biotechnology, DBT-JRF, ICMR, and M.Sc Life Sciences & Biotechnology entrance examinations.
| Number of tests | Twice a year (June and December) |
|---|---|
| Fellowship duration | Five years |
| Fellowship amount | JRF: Rs. 31,000/- p.m for the first two years; SRF: Rs. 35,000/- p.m from the 3rd year onward, plus an annual contingent grant of Rs. 20,000/- |
| Organised by | NTA |
| Medium of examination | Hindi and English |
| Mode of examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Time duration | 3 hours |
| Maximum marks | 200 |
| Nature of questions | MCQs |
| Number of questions | 145 |
The classroom programme at Gyan Bindu Academy is designed as a comprehensive academic experience for CSIR-UGC-JRF-NET and Ph.D. entrance examinations. All subjects are taught from basic to advanced level, with strong emphasis on solving objective and conceptual questions in class. Around 95% of the syllabus is covered during the course duration, with expert guidance to help students gain a competitive edge.