CSIR NET Physical Science Syllabus  

CSIR NET Physics syllabus is now available on the official website of CSIR NET. It includes both Part A and Paper B, which deal with basic and advanced topics. Those preparing for the CSIR NET Physical Science exam should familiarize themselves with the latest syllabus. Below we provide a detailed explanation of CSIR NET Physical Science Syllabus PDF and new exam pattern.

CSIR NET Physical Science Syllabus 

CSIR NET Physical Science Syllabus and CSIR NER Report PDF is now available. If you are planning to give CSIR NET Exam 2024, make sure you know the Physics syllabus. It is divided into sections to help you prepare and plan for the exam.

MATHEMATICAL METHODS OF PHYSICS

Dimensional analysis. Vector algebra and vector calculus. Linear algebra, matrices, Cayley-Hamilton Theorem. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Linear ordinary differential equations of first & second order, Special functions (Hermite, Bessel, Laguerre and Legendre functions). Fourier series, Fourier and Laplace transforms. Elements of complex analysis, analytic functions; Taylor & Laurent series; poles, residues and evaluation of integrals. Elementary probability theory, random variables, binomial, Poisson and normal distributions. Central limit theorem.

CLASSICAL MECHANICS

 Newton’s laws. Dynamical systems, Phase space dynamics, stability analysis. Central force motions. Two body Collisions – scattering in laboratory and Centre of mass frames. Rigid body dynamics moment of inertia tensor. Non-inertial frames and pseudoforces. Variational principle. Generalized coordinates. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formalism and equations of motion. Conservation laws and cyclic coordinates. Periodic motion: small oscillations, normal modes. Special theory of relativity Lorentz transformations, relativistic kinematics and mass-energy equivalence..

GENERAL SCIENCE, QUANTITATIVE REASONING & ANALYSIS AND RESEARCH APTITUDE.

1 Observational Skills
2 Logical Deductions
3 Sequence & Series
4 Numerical Ability
5 Quadratic Equations

ATOMIC & MOLECULAR PHYSICS

 Quantum states of an electron in an atom. Electron spin. Spectrum of helium and alkali atom. Relativistic corrections for energy levels of hydrogen atom, hyperfine structure and isotopic shift, width of spectrum lines, LS & JJ couplings. Zeeman, Paschen-Bach & Stark effects. Electron spin resonance. Nuclear magnetic resonance, chemical shift. Frank-Condon principle. Born-Oppenheimer approximation. Electronic, rotational, vibrational and Raman spectra of diatomic molecules, selection rules. Lasers: spontaneous and stimulated emission, Einstein A & B coefficients. Optical pumping, population inversion, rate equation. Modes of resonators and coherence length.

CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS

 Bravais lattices. Reciprocal lattice. Diffraction and the structure factor. Bonding of solids. Elastic properties, phonons, lattice specific heat. Free electron theory and electronic specific heat. Response and relaxation phenomena. Drude model of electrical and thermal conductivity. Hall effect and thermoelectric power. Electron motion in a periodic potential, band theory of solids: metals, insulators and semiconductors. Superconductivity: type-I and type-II superconductors. Josephson junctions. Superfluidity. Defects and dislocations. Ordered phases of matter: translational and orientational order, kinds of liquid crystalline order. Quasi crystals.

CSIR NET Physical Science Exam Pattern

Understanding the CSIR NET Physical Science Exam Pattern is as important as the syllabus. The test is divided into three parts:

Part A:

This section contains 20 questions on general science, quantitative theoretical analysis and analytical ability. Candidates must answer 15 questions. In total, they are worth 30 points.

Part B:

This section contains 25 multiple choice questions (MCQs) based on the topics covered in ‘ACORE’, a section of the syllabus. Each question carries 3.5 points, for a total of 70 points for the section. Candidates must answer 20 questions.

Part C:

This Section consists of thirty questions selected from Section ‘B’ (Advanced) and Section ‘A’, designed to assess the candidate’s understanding and application of scientific principles The questions are probing and requires applicants to apply scientific knowledge to solve problems. Each question carries 5 marks and 100 marks are awarded in this section.

How To Prepare For CSIR NET Physical Science Syllabus?

Let’s dive deeper into some basic tips for CSIR NET Physics exam.

• Familiarize yourself with the latest CSIR NET Physics syllabus and exam schedule. Pick things you can catch easily and prioritize them.
• Write down the chapters you think are weak and give them extra study time.
• Create a lesson plan and allocate time according to each chapter’s difficulty and proficiency.
• Get good books that match CSIR NET Physical Science syllabus and study it thoroughly.
• Carefully write down important points as you read.
• Use CSIR NET Physical Science mock tests regularly to assess your understanding and performance.
• Prepare questions from previous years papers and identify common topics and weak areas.
• Make sure to clear doubts before the exam to avoid last minute complications.