CSIR NET Physical Sciences Syllabus (Physics)
Complete, topic-wise and exam-focused explanation of the officially proposed
CSIR-UGC NET Physical Sciences syllabus, designed for serious Physics aspirants.
NET & JRF aligned • PYQ driven • GATE & IIT JAM overlap covered (PDF)
Every year, thousands of students prepare for the CSIR NET Physical Sciences examination.
Most aspirants do not struggle because the syllabus is vast—but because it is
misunderstood, scattered, or studied without structure.
At Pravegaa Education, we follow one principle:
rank improvement begins with syllabus mastery, not random problem solving.
This page presents the proposed syllabus for Physical Sciences (Physics),
explained unit-wise, exam-relevant, and aligned with actual CSIR NET question trends.
What Does Physical Sciences Include?
The Physical Sciences paper under CSIR-UGC NET evaluates
core Physics concepts with strong mathematical rigor and analytical depth.
The syllabus remains the same for NET and JRF, while the
difficulty level of questions differs.
1. Mathematical Physics
- Linear Algebra
- Vector Calculus
- Complex Analysis
- Differential Equations
- Special Functions
- Fourier Series and Fourier Transforms
- Probability and Statistics
This unit forms the mathematical backbone of all other Physics subjects.
2. Classical Mechanics
- Newtonian Mechanics
- Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Formulation
- Central Force Motion
- Rigid Body Dynamics
- Small Oscillations
- Non-linear Dynamics and Chaos
3. Electromagnetic Theory
- Electrostatics and Magnetostatics
- Maxwell’s Equations
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Radiation and Retarded Potentials
- Special Relativity (Basic Concepts)
4. Quantum Mechanics
- Postulates of Quantum Mechanics
- Schrödinger Equation
- Operators and Commutation Relations
- Angular Momentum and Spin
- Approximation Methods
- Scattering Theory
- Identical Particles
This is the highest weightage unit in the CSIR NET Physical Sciences examination.
5. Atomic, Solid State, Nuclear & Statistical Physics
- Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Solid State Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics
These units contribute significantly to Part B and Part C analytical questions.
Relative Weightage Based on PYQ Trends
| Unit | Importance |
|---|---|
| Quantum Mechanics | Very High |
| Mathematical Physics | High |
| Classical Mechanics | High |
| Electromagnetism | High |
| Statistical Mechanics | Moderate |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the official CSIR NET Physical Sciences syllabus?
Yes. This structure is aligned with CSIR-UGC NET notifications and previous year question trends.
Is the syllabus same for NET and JRF?
Yes. The syllabus remains identical; only the difficulty level varies.
Does this syllabus overlap with GATE and IIT JAM?
Yes. There is strong overlap in Quantum Mechanics, EM, Classical Mechanics, Mathematical Physics and Statistical Mechanics.
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