Which is better, GATE or CSIR-NET?
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The eligibility criteria for the GATE exam is Engineering Graduate, while the candidate who has done post-graduate work can appear for CSIR NET (JRF). The syllabus for the GATE exam is less as compared to the CSIR NET exam, and in the GATE exam, we don't have a general studies paper. The GATE exam has a much higher difficulty level than the NET exam. The GATE exam is conducted once a year while the NET exam is conducted twice a year. The GATE score is valid for 3 years, and a candidate can appear for the exam any number of times. There is no age limit for the GATE exam, but if you are preparing for the PSU exam, there is an age limit....more
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GATE is an examination conducted in India that primarily tests the comprehensive understanding of various undergraduate subjects in engineering and Science for admission into the Masters programme and Job in Public Sector Companies. The National Testing Agency administers a national exam to pick candidates for Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) and to evaluate their suitability for lecture jobs in Indian colleges and universities. Only applicants who pass the CSIR NET exam are allowed to teach in the Science and Technology faculty in colleges and universities. The eligibility criteria of CSIR NET is Master degree or Integrated BS-MS/ BS...more
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Candidates should follow a balanced approach. No doubt books help in conceptual clarity, and a candidate can study in detail. On the other hand, online platforms provide lectures through video, have updated notes, cover current affairs as well, etc. It also depends upon the candidate's feasibility and which method he or she is comfortable with for the preparation. Both books and online resources have their own importance. So, a balanced approach may benefit in the preparation.
No. The syllabus of CSIR NET is the same for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) and Lectureship (Assistant Professor). The difference that lies is only in the cut-off marks and not in the syllabus.
To pass the CSIR NET 2025 exam, candidates must score a minimum of 33 per cent in the General, EWS, and OBC categories and 25 per cent in the SC, ST, and PwD categories for both fellowship and Lectureship/Assistant Professor.
As per the official website, stipend of a JRF selected through CSIR-UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) will be Rs 37,000/ p.m for the first two years. In addition, annual contingent grant of Rs. 20,000/- per fellow will also be provided to the fellow.
Yes. Several candidates have cleared the CSIR NET examination in three months by following a proper study plan, focusing on the important topics, frequent revision, mock test practice, previous year questions, etc.
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