The Chemical Science examination assesses candidates' general aptitude, core chemistry knowledge, and ability to apply scientific principles. Candidates should focus on Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and interdisciplinary topics while strengthening their conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2026 examination. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on 19, 22, and 27 December 2026. Online applications opened on 7 October 2026, and the regular application deadline is 5 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM. Candidates should refer to the official CSIR NET website and the applicable Information Bulletin for the latest examination details and syllabus information
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Candidates can download the CSIR NET Chemical Science Syllabus PDF using the link given below and use it to plan their preparation, identify important topics, and organize their study schedule effectively.
Candidates can refer to the CSIR NET Chemical Science exam pattern for detailed information on the section-wise structure, marking scheme, number of questions, and maximum marks.
According to the currently available official examination scheme, the paper carries 200 marks and has a duration of three hours.
Particular | Details |
|---|---|
Examination | Joint CSIR-UGC NET |
Subject | Chemical Sciences |
Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test |
Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
Total Duration | 3 Hours |
Total Questions | 120 Questions |
Maximum Questions to Attempt | 75 Questions |
Maximum Marks | 200 |
Sections | Part A, Part B and Part C |
Negative Marking | Yes |
Candidates should refer to the latest official CSIR NET Information Bulletin for details of the examination pattern, marking scheme, and subject-wise structure applicable to the December 2026 cycle. For updates and official announcements, visit the CSIR NET official website.
Section | Marks for Correct Answer | Marks Deducted for Wrong Answer |
|---|---|---|
Part A | +2 | −0.50 |
Part B | +2 | −0.50 |
Part C | +4 | −1.00 |
There is a negative marking of 25% of the marks assigned to a question for each incorrect answer.
Candidates must avoid attempting questions through random guessing. Since Part C questions carry four marks each, an incorrect response can result in the deduction of one mark.
Another important point is that candidates must attempt only the permitted number of questions. Where more questions are answered than allowed, only the required number of responses may be considered according to the applicable examination rules.
- Follow only the latest official syllabus.
- Check the December 2026 information bulletin after its release.
- Do not rely entirely on memorisation.
- Practise numerical and analytical questions regularly.
- Prepare Part A along with Chemical Science topics.
- Study all major branches of chemistry.
- Avoid excessive guessing due to negative marking.
- Solve previous-year questions topic-wise and year-wise.
- Take full-length tests in a three-hour examination environment.
- Revise formulas, reactions and short notes repeatedly.
- Check official notifications for changes in pattern, eligibility or syllabus.