The NTA (National Testing Agency) administers the Joint CSIR-UGC NET exam on behalf of the University Grants Commission.Significance: Successfully clearing this examination not only qualifies candidates for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) but also makes them eligible for Assistant Professor positions in Indian Universities and Colleges.Exam Papers:Chemical SciencesEarth, Atmospheric, Ocean and Planetary SciencesLife SciencesMathematical SciencesPhysical SciencesLanguage and Format: The exam is conducted in both English and Hindi, featuring objective-type questions. It spans a duration of 180 minutes and is exclusively computer-based.Age Limit: To qualify for JRF, candidates must be under 28 years of age. Certain categories, including SC, ST, third gender, differently abled, and women, enjoy a 5-year relaxation. OBC candidates receive a 3-year relaxation. However, there is no upper age limit for individuals pursuing the Assistant Professor qualification exclusively.How to Apply: Applications are accepted online at https://csirnet.ntaonline.in/.For More Information: www.nta.ac.in and https://csirnet.nta.ac.in/.