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CSIR NET Life Sciences Syllabus

CSIR-National Education Testing Exam. The full CSIR NET Life Sciences syllabus: 13 subjects, 92 chapters, 462 topics and 41 sub-topics, with 731 flashcards written against it.

13Subjects
92Chapters
462Topics
41Sub-topics
731Flashcards

CSIR NET Life Sciences subjects

CSIR NET Life Sciences has 13 subjects. Each one is listed below with its chapters in syllabus order; open a subject for every topic and sub-topic inside them.

Part A

3 chapters · 32 topics · 7 sub-topics · 50 flashcards

  1. Analytical Reasoning · 14 topics
  2. Quantitative Aptitude · 13 topics
  3. Data Interpretation & Graphical Analysis · 5 topics

Molecules And Their Interaction Relevant To Biology

10 chapters · 37 topics · 51 flashcards

  1. Structure of Atoms, Molecules and Chemical Bonds · 2 topics
  2. Composition, Structure and Function of Biomolecules · 5 topics
  3. Stabilizing Interactions · 4 topics
  4. Principles of Biophysical Chemistry · 5 topics
  5. Bioenergetics · 5 topics
  6. Principles of Catalysis · 4 topics
  7. Conformation of Proteins · 4 topics
  8. Conformation of Nucleic Acids · 3 topics
  9. Stability of Proteins and Nucleic Acids
  10. Metabolism of Biomolecules · 5 topics

Cellular Organization

5 chapters · 31 topics · 3 sub-topics · 53 flashcards

  1. Membrane structure and function · 8 topics
  2. Structural organization and function of intracellular organelles · 11 topics
  3. Organization of genes and chromosomes · 5 topics
  4. Cell division and cell cycle · 4 topics
  5. Microbial Physiology · 3 topics

Fundamental Processes

4 chapters · 29 topics · 3 sub-topics · 78 flashcards

  1. DNA replication, repair and recombination · 8 topics
  2. RNA synthesis and processing · 8 topics
  3. Protein synthesis and processing · 11 topics
  4. Control of gene expression at transcription and translation level · 2 topics

Cell communication and cell signaling

5 chapters · 54 topics · 2 sub-topics · 53 flashcards

  1. Host parasite interaction · 5 topics
  2. Cell signaling · 9 topics
  3. Cellular communication · 7 topics
  4. Cancer · 9 topics
  5. Innate and adaptive immune system · 24 topics

Developmental Biology

5 chapters · 32 topics · 7 sub-topics · 54 flashcards

  1. Basic concepts of development · 13 topics
  2. Gametogenesis, fertilization and early development · 11 topics
  3. Morphogenesis and organogenesis in animals · 3 topics
  4. Morphogenesis and organogenesis in plants · 5 topics
  5. Programmed cell death, aging and senescence

System Physiology - Plant

8 chapters · 26 topics · 65 flashcards

  1. Photosynthesis · 4 topics
  2. Respiration and Photorespiration · 4 topics
  3. Nitrogen Metabolism · 2 topics
  4. Plant Hormones · 4 topics
  5. Sensory Photobiology · 4 topics
  6. Solute Transport and Photoassimilate Translocation · 3 topics
  7. Secondary Metabolites · 3 topics
  8. Stress Physiology · 2 topics

System Physiology - Animal

10 chapters · 50 topics · 60 flashcards

  1. Blood and Circulation · 8 topics
  2. Cardiovascular System · 7 topics
  3. Respiratory System · 6 topics
  4. Nervous System · 5 topics
  5. Sense Organs · 3 topics
  6. Excretory System · 7 topics
  7. Thermoregulation · 4 topics
  8. Stress and Adaptation
  9. Digestive System · 4 topics
  10. Endocrinology and Reproduction · 6 topics

Inheritance Biology

11 chapters · 45 topics · 9 sub-topics · 61 flashcards

  1. Mendelian principles · 3 topics
  2. Concept of gene · 4 topics
  3. Extensions of Mendelian principles · 10 topics
  4. Gene mapping methods · 5 topics
  5. Extra chromosomal inheritance · 2 topics
  6. Microbial genetics · 3 topics
  7. Human genetics · 4 topics
  8. Quantitative genetics · 3 topics
  9. Mutation · 4 topics
  10. Structural and numerical alterations of chromosomes · 5 topics
  11. Recombination · 2 topics

Diversity Of Life Forms

6 chapters · 19 topics · 50 flashcards

  1. Principles & Methods of Taxonomy · 3 topics
  2. Levels of Structural Organization · 5 topics
  3. Outline Classification of Plants, Animals & Microorganisms · 3 topics
  4. Natural History of Indian Subcontinent · 5 topics
  5. Organisms of Health & Agricultural Importance · 1 topic
  6. Organisms of Conservation Concern · 2 topics

Ecological Principles

10 chapters · 43 topics · 7 sub-topics · 55 flashcards

  1. The Environment · 3 topics
  2. Habitat and Niche · 5 topics
  3. Population Ecology · 5 topics
  4. Species Interactions · 6 topics
  5. Community Ecology · 4 topics
  6. Ecological Succession · 4 topics
  7. Ecosystem Ecology · 5 topics
  8. Biogeography · 3 topics
  9. Applied Ecology · 5 topics
  10. Conservation Biology · 3 topics

Evolution And Behaviour

6 chapters · 49 topics · 2 sub-topics · 50 flashcards

  1. Emergence of evolutionary thoughts · 5 topics
  2. Origin of cells and unicellular evolution · 9 topics
  3. Paleontology and Evolutionary History · 6 topics
  4. Molecular Evolution · 5 topics
  5. The Mechanisms · 9 topics
  6. Brain, Behavior and Evolution · 15 topics

Applied Biology

9 chapters · 15 topics · 1 sub-topic · 51 flashcards

  1. Microbial Fermentation and Production · 3 topics
  2. Immunological Principles and Applications · 2 topics
  3. Tissue and Cell Culture Methods · 2 topics
  4. Transgenic Animals and Plants · 2 topics
  5. Genomics Applications · 2 topics
  6. Bioresource and Biodiversity · 1 topic
  7. Breeding in Plants and Animals · 1 topic
  8. Bioremediation and Phytoremediation · 2 topics
  9. Biosensors

CSIR NET Life Sciences flashcards

731 question-and-answer cards across 13 subject decks, each shown in full on its subject page.

CSIR NET Life Sciences syllabus FAQ

What subjects are in the CSIR NET Life Sciences syllabus?

CSIR NET Life Sciences covers 13 subjects: Part A, Molecules And Their Interaction Relevant To Biology, Cellular Organization, Fundamental Processes, Cell communication and cell signaling, Developmental Biology, System Physiology - Plant, System Physiology - Animal, Inheritance Biology, Diversity Of Life Forms, Ecological Principles, Evolution And Behaviour and Applied Biology.

How many chapters and topics are in the CSIR NET Life Sciences syllabus?

92 chapters and 462 topics, broken down further into 41 sub-topics, across 13 subjects. Cell communication and cell signaling is the largest subject, with 54 topics in 5 chapters.

Are there CSIR NET Life Sciences flashcards?

Yes — 731 question-and-answer flashcards in 13 subject decks. Each deck is printed in full on its subject page here, and the same cards are in the Examius app with spaced repetition. The free plan covers one exam of your choice, including its flashcards; Examius Pro, a one-time purchase, unlocks every other exam and deck.

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