CSIR NET 2025 December Session Cut Off Announced; Check Category-Wise Qualifying Criteria and Result Details
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research has released the cut off marks for the CSIR NET December 2025 session along with the final eligibility lists for Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor. The examination was conducted by the National Testing Agency for candidates seeking research and academic opportunities across universities and institutes in India.
The release of the CSIR NET December 2025 cut off marks marks an important stage for candidates who appeared for the national-level eligibility examination in core science subjects. Along with the result, subject-wise and category-wise qualifying criteria have been published in PDF format on the official portal.
CSIR NET December 2025 Exam Overview
The CSIR NET examination is conducted twice a year to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship, Assistant Professorship, and PhD admissions in science disciplines. The test is held in five major subjects including Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Earth Sciences.
The December 2025 session was conducted in computer-based mode, and thousands of candidates from across the country participated in the examination. The paper followed the standard pattern consisting of three sections designed to evaluate analytical ability, subject knowledge, and research aptitude.
The examination plays a crucial role in academic recruitment as it is recognized by the University Grants Commission for determining eligibility for teaching positions in universities and colleges.
Minimum Qualifying Marks for CSIR NET 2025 December Session
According to the official notification, the minimum qualifying marks for the CSIR NET December 2025 session remain consistent with previous sessions.
Candidates belonging to the General, EWS, and OBC categories are required to secure at least 33 percent aggregate marks to qualify. For candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories, the minimum qualifying percentage is 25 percent.
These minimum marks are required to be considered for further merit preparation. However, the final cut off for Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor eligibility varies depending on subject difficulty level, number of candidates, and overall performance trends.
Subject-Wise Cut Off Trends for December 2025 Session
The subject-wise cut off for the CSIR NET December 2025 session shows variation across disciplines due to differences in competition and scoring patterns.
Life Sciences continues to record one of the highest cut off ranges because of the large number of candidates appearing for the subject. Chemical Sciences and Physical Sciences also witnessed competitive cut off levels, while Mathematical Sciences and Earth Sciences recorded relatively moderate qualifying ranges.
Experts suggest that the overall difficulty level of Part C, which focuses on higher-order analytical questions, played a major role in shaping the final merit lists. Even small differences in marks impacted eligibility categories for many candidates.
The cut off marks have been released separately for three eligibility categories including Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor only, and PhD admission eligibility.
Roll Number List and Scorecard Details Released
Along with the cut off marks, the exam authorities have released the roll number lists of qualified candidates for all categories. Candidates can check their qualification status by downloading the official PDF from the CSIR NET portal.
The final scorecard includes section-wise marks and overall percentile, allowing candidates to understand their performance level in the examination.
Candidates qualifying for Junior Research Fellowship will be eligible to apply for research fellowships and funded doctoral programmes. Those qualifying for Assistant Professorship can apply for faculty recruitment processes conducted by universities and higher education institutions.
What After the CSIR NET 2025 Cut Off Announcement
After the release of the CSIR NET December 2025 cut off marks, qualified candidates should download their scorecards and keep their documents ready for future academic or research applications.
Junior Research Fellowship qualified candidates can apply for fellowship activation through CSIR guidelines. Assistant Professor eligible candidates can apply for teaching positions as per institutional requirements. Candidates qualifying for PhD admission eligibility can apply to universities accepting CSIR NET scores for doctoral programmes.
Experts also advise aspirants to analyze subject-wise cut off trends to understand competition levels and prepare accordingly for upcoming sessions.
CSIR NET December 2025 Result Timeline
The CSIR NET December 2025 examination was conducted in December 2025, followed by the release of the provisional answer key and objection window. The final answer key was released before the declaration of the result in January 2026, and the cut off marks were published in February 2026.
The release of the cut off marks completes the result process for the December 2025 session and provides clarity to candidates regarding their eligibility status.
The CSIR NET remains one of the most competitive national-level examinations for science graduates aiming for careers in research and academics, and the December 2025 session continues to reflect strong competition across all subjects.
