UGC-NET is an examination designed to assess the eligibility of Indian nationals for the positions of 'Assistant Professor' and 'Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor' at universities and colleges across India.
Frequency- half-yearly
Mode- Computerised Exam
Exam Pattern
The UGC NET 2024 exam consists of two papers, each of which candidates must complete within a total duration of three hours. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 feature objective-type questions, and it is essential for candidates to attempt questions from both papers.
UGC NET Paper Details:
Paper | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
---|---|---|
Paper 1 | 50 | 100 |
Paper 2 | 100 | 200 |
Total | 150 | 300 |
Candidates must complete both papers in a combined time of 3 hours (180 minutes) without any breaks. All questions in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are mandatory. The question papers will be available in English and Hindi, so candidates should select their preferred language when filling out the application form. Each question is worth two marks, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
According to the NTA official website, UGC NET Paper 1 is designed to assess the candidate's teaching and research aptitude. It will test reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness. The exam pattern for Paper 1 is as follows:
Section | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
---|---|---|
Teaching Aptitude | 5 | 10 |
Research Aptitude | 5 | 10 |
Reading Comprehension | 5 | 10 |
Communication | 5 | 10 |
Reasoning (including Maths) | 5 | 10 |
Logical Reasoning | 5 | 10 |
Data Interpretation | 5 | 10 |
Information & Communication Technology (ICT) | 5 | 10 |
People & Environment | 5 | 10 |
Higher Education System: Governance, Polity & Administration | 5 | 10 |
Total | 50 | 100 |
UGC NET Paper 2 is based on the subject selected by the candidate. All questions in Paper 2 are compulsory. Candidates must choose their Paper 2 subject from one of the 83 options provided during the application process. The subject must be relevant to the candidate’s Post-Graduation degree. If the exact Post-Graduation subject is not available, candidates can select a related subject.
In both papers of the UGC NET exam, each correct answer earns 2 marks. There is no penalty for incorrect answers.
Eligibility Criteria
UGC NET Eligibility Criteria
Aspect | Eligibility Conditions |
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Educational Qualifications | Master's degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates) |
Age Limit | 30 years for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) No age limit for Assistant Professorship |
Number of Attempts | No limit on attempts for JRF & Assistant Professorship |
Nationality | Indian |
Subject Eligibility | Must be in the subject of your Post-Graduation. |
UGC NET is a test to determine eligibility for 'Assistant Professor' and 'Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor' positions in Indian universities and colleges.
Candidates must meet the UGC NET eligibility criteria to take the JRF and Assistant Professorship exams. The criteria include:
Before filling out the application form, candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits.
UGC NET Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for the UGC NET exam. Those with Indian citizenship residing abroad can also participate if they provide proof of nationality.
UGC NET Age Limit:
Age Relaxations:
Category | Relaxation (in years) |
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Scheduled Tribe/Scheduled Caste | 5 |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 5 |
Persons With Disability (PWD) | 5 (GEN), 5 (OBC), 5 (SC/ST) |
Transgender | 5 |
Women Applicants | 5 |
Research Experience | Up to 5 |
LLM Degree Holders | 3 |
Armed Forces Service | Up to 5 |
Certificates Required:
UGC NET Eligibility – Exemptions: