- Structure of atoms, molecules and chemical bonds.
- Composition, structure and function of biomolecules.
- Stablizing interactions.
- Principles of biophysical chemistry.
- Bioenergetics, glycolysis, oxidative phosphorylation, coupled reaction, group transfer, biological energy transducers.
- Principles of catalysis, enzymes and enzyme kinetics, enzyme regulation, mechanism of enzyme catalysis, isozymes
- Conformation of proteins.
- Conformation of nucleic acids.
- Stability of Proteins and Nucleic Acids
- Metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids nucleotides and vitamins.
- Membrane structure and function
- Structural organization and function of intracellular organelles
- Organization of genes and chromosomes
- Cell division and cell cycle
- Microbial Physiology
- DNA replication, repair and recombination
- RNA synthesis and processing
- Protein synthesis and processing
- Control of gene expression at transcription and translation level
- Host parasite interaction
- Cell signaling
- Cellular communication
- Cancer
- Innate and adaptive immune system
- Basic concepts of development
- Gametogenesis, fertilization and early development
- Morphogenesis and organogenesis in animals
- Morphogenesis and organogenesis in plants
- Programmed cell death, aging and senescence
- Photosynthesis
- Respiration and photorespiration
- Nitrogen metabolism
- Plant Hormones
- Sensory photobiology
- Solute transport and photoassimilate translocation
- Secondary metabolites
- Stress Physiology
- Blood and Circulation
- Cardiovascular System
- Respiratory System
- Nervous System
- Sense Organs
- Excretory System
- Thermoregulation
- Stress and Adaptation
- Digestive System
- Endocrinology and Reproduction
- Mendelian principles
- Concept of gene
- Extensions of Mendelian principles
- Gene mapping methods
- Extra chromosomal inheritance
- Microbial genetics
- Human genetics
- Quantitative genetics
- Mutation
- Structural and numerical alterations of chromosomes
- Recombination
- Principles & methods of taxonomy
- Levels of structural organisation
- Outline classification of plants, animals & microorganisms
- Natural history of the Indian subcontinent
- Organisms of health & agricultural importance
- Organisms of conservation concern
- The Environment
- Habitat and Niche
- Population Ecology
- Species Interactions
- Community Ecology
- Ecological Succession
- Ecosystem Ecology
- Biogeography
- Applied Ecology
- Conservation Biology
- Emergence of evolutionary thoughts
- Origin of cells and unicellular evolution
- Palaeontology and Evolutionary History
- Molecular Evolution
- The Mechanisms
- Brain, Behaviour and Evolution
- Microbial fermentation and production of small and macromolecules.
- Application of immunological principles, vaccines, and diagnostics
- Tissue and cell culture methods for plants and animals
- Transgenic animals and plants, molecular approaches to diagnosis and strain identification
- Genomics and its application to health and agriculture, including gene therapy
- Bioresource and uses of biodiversity
- Breeding in plants and animals, including marker-assisted selection
- Bioremediation and Phytoremediation
- Biosensors
- Molecular Biology and Recombinant DNA methods
- Histochemical and Immunotechniques
- Biophysical Methods
- Statistical Methods
- Radiolabelling techniques
- Microscopic techniques
- Electrophysiological methods
- Methods in field biology
The CSIR JRF Exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) of India, assesses eligibility for assistant professor positions in Indian universities and colleges, and awards Junior Research Fellowships (JRF). This prestigious exam is held twice a year, in June and December, and is delivered in a Computer Based Test (CBT) format for three hours. The paper will be bilingual i.e. Hindi and English.
The examination consists of a single paper with multiple-choice questions, divided into three distinct parts:
Part A: This section includes 20 questions on General Science, Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis, and Research Aptitude. Candidates may attempt any 15 questions, each worth two marks, totalling 30 marks out of 200.
Part B: This part features 50 multiple-choice questions covering various topics from the syllabus. Candidates can answer any 35 questions, with each question valued at two marks, contributing 70 marks out of 200.
Part C: Designed to evaluate a candidate's understanding and application of scientific concepts, this section contains 75 analytical questions. Candidates are expected to solve scientific problems by applying their knowledge. They can attempt any 25 questions, each worth four marks, amounting to 100 marks out of 200.
A negative marking of 25% is applicable for each incorrect answer. If more than the required number of questions are answered, only the first 15, 35 and 25 questions in Part A, Part B, and Part C respectively will be considered for evaluation
Successful candidates awarded the JRF receive a stipend of ₹37,000 + HRA for the initial two years, and will be upgraded to SRF upon successful completion of two years as JRF and will receive a stipend of ₹42,000 + HRA from the third year. The candidates will also receive an annual contingent grant of ₹20,000. The fellowship will be governed by CSIR, UGC or Research Scheme, as applicable.
Application fees for the exam vary by category:
General: ₹1,150
General-EWS/OBC(NCL): ₹600
SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹325
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