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CSIR Junior Research Fellowship — Physical Sciences

NTA on behalf of CSIR · Online (CBT) · Twice a year (June & December)

145
Questions
180 min
Duration
200
Total Marks
8+
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Key Dates

Next ExamJune 2027
RegistrationMarch 2027
ModeOnline (CBT)
EligibilityMSc in Chemistry or Physics with 55% marks (age 28 for JRF)
AttemptsNo limit (JRF: age limit applies)

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Exam Pattern

SubjectQuestionsMarks
Part A (General Aptitude)4867
Part B (Core Physical Sciences)4867
Part C (Advanced Physical Sciences)4867
Total145200
Marking Scheme: Part A: +2/-0.5; Part B: +3.5/-1; Part C: +5/-1.75 · Duration: 180 minutes
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Previous Year Cutoff

CategoryMarksRank
General
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
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About CSIR Junior Research Fellowship — Physical Sciences (CSIR JRF Physical) 2027

The CSIR Junior Research Fellowship — Physical Sciences (CSIR JRF Physical) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the NTA on behalf of CSIR. Preparing for the CSIR JRF Physical requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.

Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects fall under CSIR Physical Sciences?

CSIR Physical Sciences covers Chemical Sciences (Chemistry and related areas) and Mathematical Sciences as separate papers. Candidates choose one per attempt.

How to Prepare for CSIR JRF Physical

1

Chemical Sciences: master organic, inorganic, physical chemistry at MSc level

2

Part C requires synthesis planning, mechanism reasoning, and spectral analysis

3

Atkins Physical Chemistry, March Advanced Organic, and Shriver Inorganic are key references

4

Spend 60% of prep time on Part C topics — they determine JRF status

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