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INSA JRF Fellowship Syllabus 2027

Indian National Science Academy Junior Research Fellowship in Natural Sciences

Indian National Science Academy (INSA)Written Test + InterviewAnnual
Total Questions200
Duration120 min
Total Marks200
Marking Scheme+1 for correct, −0.25 for incorrect

Exam Pattern

#Subject / SectionQuestionsMarks
1Natural Sciences100100
2Research Aptitude100100
Total200200

Syllabus by Subject

Eligibility & Attempts

EEligibility Criteria

MSc in Natural Sciences with minimum 60% marks; age below 32 years; must be enrolled in or proposing PhD

ANumber of Attempts

Limited by age eligibility

Exam Schedule

Frequency

Annual

Next Exam Date

October 2026

Registration Opens

July–August 2026

Preparation Tips

  • 1INSA JRF tests broad natural science knowledge unlike subject-specific JRFs — review concepts across Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics at an integrated level.
  • 2Research Aptitude is a significant component — study scientific reasoning, experimental design, literature review methodology, and science ethics from standard research methodology resources.
  • 3The interview for INSA JRF is rigorous and evaluates genuine research passion — prepare a clear articulation of your research interests and proposed PhD work with evidence of intellectual curiosity.
  • 4Apply simultaneously for CSIR NET, DBT JRF, and INSA JRF to maximize your fellowship coverage — multiple applications do not conflict and increase the probability of securing research funding.

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