CSIR NET 2021 Exam Review: Subject-wise Analysis
The CSIR NET 2021 Exam was successfully conducted on 29th January and 15th to 17th February 2022.
Aspirants who have appeared in this session might be curious to know the CSIR NET Analysis to understand how their paper went.
Indeed, students preparing for the CSIR NET 2022 exam must know about the exam's difficulty level. This will help them understand the kind of questions asked in the exam and the weightage of topics.
Read the complete blog to get an idea about the CSIR NET Exam Review for all subjects.
Important Note - The exam analysis is wholly based on candidates' experience, which may differ from one to another. The official analysis will be updated soon.
Overall Exam Analysis: CSIR NET 2021 Exam
Subject Wise CSIR NET 2021 Exam Analysis
CSIR NET 2021 General Aptitude Difficulty Level
CSIR NET 2021 Earth Science Difficulty Level
CSIR NET 2021 Physical Science Difficulty Level
CSIR NET 2021 Mathematical Science Difficulty Level
CSIR NET 2021 Chemical Science Difficulty Level
CSIR NET 2021 Life Science Difficulty Level
Q&A with CSIR NET Eduncle Aspirants
Free Download CSIR NET 2022 Model Papers
CSIR NET 2021 Overall Exam Analysis
After conversing with aspirants who appeared in the 2021 exam in both shifts, our Eduncle experts have found that the overall difficulty level for the CSIR NET 2021 exam was Moderate to Difficult.
Students found the general aptitude section easy as compared to other sections. Below, we have mentioned subject-wise exam analysis as per candidates' feedback to help you understand the difficulty level of the exam.
Important Note - For more details, candidates can check the CSIR NET Result and Cut-off Marks declaration process
Subject Wise CSIR NET 2021 Exam Analysis (Shift 1 + Shift 2)
CSIR NET exam 2021 was held recently. As per reviews and feedback of aspirants, the exam was a bit tricky compared to last year's exam.
Below, you can check the difficulty level of paper in each CSIR NET Subject.
| Subjects |
Level of Difficulty for Section A (MCQ) |
Level of Difficulty for Section B (MSQ) |
Level of Difficulty for Section C (NAT) |
Overall Difficulty Level |
|
| Earth Science |
Shift 1 |
Moderate |
Moderate to Difficult |
Difficult |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Shift 2 |
Moderate |
Moderate |
Moderate |
Moderate to Difficult |
|
| Physical Science |
Shift 2 |
Moderate |
Difficult |
Difficult |
Difficult |
| Mathematical Science |
Shift 1 |
Moderate to Difficult |
Moderate |
Moderate to Difficult |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Chemical Science |
Shift 2 |
Easy to Moderate |
Moderate |
Easy to Moderate |
Easy to Moderate |
| Life Science |
Shift 1 |
Easy |
Difficult |
Moderate |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Shift 2 |
Easy to Moderate |
Moderate to Difficult |
Moderate |
Moderate to Difficult |
|
CSIR NET 2021 General Aptitude Exam Analysis
CSIR NET General Aptitude Section is a common section for all the subjects. If you study well, you will find this section to be the easiest section of the question paper.
We have mentioned the exam analysis for this section in the table given below:
| CSIR NET 2021 Exam Analysis for General Aptitude |
|
| Overall Exam Difficulty Level |
Easy to Moderate |
| Difficulty Level as compared to Previous Year Paper |
Same |
| Units with Most Number of Questions/ Highest Weightage |
Profit-Loss, Blood Relation, Speed, Time, and Distance |
| Easiest Topics / Most Scoring Units |
Geometry, Blood Relation, Probability |
| Topics with Most Difficult Questions |
Mensuration, Coding-Decoding |
CSIR NET 2021 Earth Science Exam Analysis
As per the feedback of the candidates, overall exam difficulty was from moderate to difficult. Some students found the exam level from easy to moderate as well.
According to an aspirant, questions from Oceanography and Geophysics sections were tough and had more weightage. Indeed, another aspirant said that he found some questions repeated or similar from last year's question papers.
| Overall Exam Difficulty Level |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level as compared to Previous Year Paper |
Same |
| Most Difficult Section of the Paper |
NAT |
| Units with Most Number of Questions/ Highest Weightage |
Geophysics, climatology, Oceanography, Geography |
| Units with Easiest Questions / Most Scoring Units |
Geomorphology(mapping), Meteorology, Sedimentology |
| Units with Most Difficult Questions |
Oceanography, Climatology, Materialogy, Geophysics |
Moreover, Eduncle aspirants stated that solving the mock test papers as suggested by our experts proved helpful.
To hear more from our toppers, click here: CSIR NET Selections.
CSIR NET 2021 Physical Science Exam Review
Most of the students described the difficulty level of CSIR NET 2021 Physical Science exam as difficult.
According to their feedback, the MSQ part was tricky. Most of the questions were figure-based or graphical. Additionally, NAT questions were formula-based.
| CSIR NET 2021 Exam Analysis for Physical Science |
|
| Overall Exam Difficulty Level |
Difficult |
| Difficulty Level as compared to Previous Year Paper |
Tougher |
| Most Difficult Section of the Paper |
MSQ and NAT questions |
| Units with Most Number of Questions/ Highest Weightage |
Nuclear physics, Classical mechanics, Mathematical physics, Quantum Mechanics |
| Units with Easiest Questions / Most Scoring Units |
Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetic Theory |
| Units with Most Difficult Questions |
Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Mathematical Physics |
CSIR NET 2021 Mathematical Science Exam Analysis
The Mathematical science exam for this year was tougher than last year as stated by aspirants.
Aspirants also suggested that solving previous year's question papers helped a lot as many questions were of the same concept. Although the question paper was lengthy, speed and accuracy were needed according to aspirants.
| Overall Exam Difficulty Level |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level as compared to Previous Year Paper |
A bit tougher |
| Most Difficult Section of the Paper |
NAT questions |
| Units with Most Number of Questions/ Highest Weightage |
Matrics, Functions, and Differentials |
| Units with Easiest Questions / Most Scoring Units |
ODEs, Linear Algebra |
| Units with Most Difficult Questions |
Numerical Analysis, functions, Calculations of Variations |
CSIR NET 2021 Chemical Science Exam Review
As per candidates' opinions, the exam was not challenging but needed concentration and knowledge of the basics. The paper's level was almost the same as last year's question paper.
We have mentioned the complete analysis of CSIR NET Chemical Science 2021 Exam in the table given below:
| CSIR NET 2021 Exam Analysis for Chemical Science |
|
| Overall Exam Difficulty Level |
Easy to Moderate |
| Difficulty Level as compared to Previous Year Paper |
Almost the same |
| Most Difficult Section of the Paper |
MSQ and NAT questions |
| Units with Most Number of Questions/ Highest Weightage |
Chemical Equilibrium, Inorganic Chemistry |
| Units with Easiest Questions / Most Scoring Units |
Thermodynamics, Stereochemistry |
| Units with Most Difficult Questions |
Statistical Chemistry, Bio-organic Chemistry |
CSIR NET 2021 Life Science Exam Analysis
As per students' review, questions from topics - System Physiology, Inheritance Biology, and Ecological principles were moderate. While questions from Fundamental Processes were easy and scoring.
| Overall Exam Difficulty Level |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Difficulty Level as compared to Previous Year Paper |
Slightly Tougher |
| Most Difficult Section of the Paper |
Section B and Section C |
| Units with Most Number of Questions/ Highest Weightage |
Developmental Biology, Ecology, Genetics, Biochemistry |
| Units with Easiest Questions / Most Scoring Units |
Fundamental Processes, Cell Signalling |
| Units with Most Difficult Questions |
Diversity of Life Forms, Methods in Biology |
| Download Free CSIR NET Material for All Subjects [Trusted & Recommended by 4600+ Selected Students] |
| Updated Syllabus for All Subjects |
| Sample Theory Notes |
| Model Test Papers with Solution (Part A, B & C) |
| 5 Previous Exam Papers with Answer Keys |
| Complete Study Plan for Part A |
| Paper Analysis by Eduncle Experts |
| Personalized Guidance by Subject Experts |
Q&A with CSIR NET Aspirants
To understand the difficulty level and type of questions asked in the 2021 exam, we spoke to some aspirants about their experience, feel, exam strategy, etc.
In this section, you will get the complete information & exam review in Question and Answer form.
Ques 1: What strategy did you adopt to attempt the questions amongst the various sections?
Answer: I had a clear thought that I would attempt Part- A i.e., General Aptitude at first as this will help me gain confidence.
After solving all the questions of Part-A, I switched over to Part-B and lastly, to Part-C, which has the highest marks weightage amongst all the 3 sections. Part C was difficult as compared to other parts.
Ques 2: What helped you in memorizing things during the CSIR Exam?
Answer: I preferred revising from quick notes I made while preparing for the exam. Also, adopting short tricks helped me a lot in keeping the important concepts and formulas in mind for long.
Download CSIR NET 2022 Free Sample Notes
Ques 3: How did you manage your speed and keep yourself calm during the exam?
Answer: I experienced that solving the CSIR NET Mock Test Papers and past years' papers helped me boost my speed, accuracy, and confidence.
The habit of solving the papers made it possible for me to strategize and attempt the maximum questions without any nervousness during the exam.
I suggest all the aspirants practice as many questions as possible by solving sample papers and CSIR NET previous papers.
Ques 4: Would you like to give any tips for exam preparation?
Answer: I would like to recommend students revise the concepts from graduation & postgraduation level studies. This will help in preparing the basic topics of CSIR NET Exam.
Also, they must refer to the Study Material made by the subject experts.
Here are some useful blogs for your exam preparation -
CSIR NET General Aptitude Study Plan
Frequently Asked Questions about CSIR NET 2021 Exam
Ques 1. Is CSIR NET difficult?
Ans. CSIR NET Exam paper difficulty level mainly varies from moderate to difficult.
Ques 2. Can an average student crack CSIR NET?
Ans. Sure. An average student can crack the CSIR NET exam if they work hard and stay dedicated towards studies.
Ques 3. Who sets CSIR NET UGC NET question paper?
Ans. The conducting body, NTA, sets the CSIR NET UGC NET question paper.
Ques 4. Can I crack CSIR NET Exam without coaching?
Ans. Study material is important to crack a competitive exam. Eduncle experts suggest that coaching is necessary. If you don't want to go for one, you can buy study material or a live class course at home.
Ques 5. How many hours of study is required for CSIR NET?
Ans. You need to study at least 10-15 hours daily for at least 3 months to crack the CSIR NET exam.
In this blog, we have mentioned the student CSIR NET Reviews and Analysis of the 2021 exam to help you understand the difficulty level of the exam.
We want to thank all the CSIR NET Exam aspirants who shared their valuable feedback.
If you have any query, kindly share with us in the comment section below.
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