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UGC NET 2025 Changes in Eligibility Rules - University Grants Commission has released a draft notification regarding the revised UGC NET qualifications for teachers in universities and colleges. According to the notification, the key changes include removal of the National Eligibility Test (NET) requirement for assistant professors having a Masters degree in Engineering and Technology (ME/M.tech). The UGC NET exam 2025 is being conducted from January 3 to 16, 2025.
Under the revised UGC NET regulations, candidates holding a post graduate degree in Masters of Engineering and Technology (M.E/M.tech) with a minimum 55% marks will be considered eligible to be appointed as an assistant professor. This remarks a shift from the current UGC NET policy, which mandates NET exam for everyone. For more details regarding UGC NET 2025, eligibility criteria and selection process, candidates can refer to the information given below.
The National Testing Agency has prescribed UGC NET 2025 eligibility criteria. Candidates looking to appear for the exam must fulfil the basic UGC NET eligibility criteria 2025. The criteria for eligibility of UGC NET 2025 include provisions based on age and educational qualification.
Age limit: The maximum age limit for UGC NET under Junior Research Fellowship is 30 years. Whereas there will be no age limit for UGC NET attempts in case of Assistant Professors. An age relaxation of 5 years is provided for OBC, SC,ST, Transgender, and women candidates.
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Education Qualifications:
Candidates with a Masters Degree in Humanities and Social Sciences (including languages), Computer science and applications, Electronic sciences etc, from a recognized board or university are considered eligible to apply for UGC NET 2025.
Applicants with a bachelors degree (NCrF Level 6) and 75% marks, a post graduate degree (NCrF Level 6.5) with at least 55% marks, along with a PhD (NCrF Level 8) would be eligible.
Clearing the UGC NET 2025 exam is mandatory for candidates pursuing their Masters degree in non-professional courses like arts, commerce, humanities, law, sciences, languages, journalism and more.
In case of candidates having a post graduation degree in Masters of Engineering and Technology (M.E/M.tech) will be considered qualified for JRF and Assistant Professor not requiring UGC NET exam qualification, according to the revised policy.
The notification with revised UGC NET regulations is aimed at standardising eligibility qualifications for teachers and academic staff in universities and colleges, with guidelines to ensure higher standards of education.
Except for candidates holding a Masters Degree in engineering and technology (M.E/M.tech) will require to qualify in UGC NET 2025 exam.
No, a PhD is not mandatory for candidates looking for Assistant Professor Job.
Yes, as per the notification by the official commission, the decision was made that UGC-NET examination scores are valid to pursue PhD in India.
The UGC NET certificate for Assistant Professor or Lectureship is valid indefinitely, or for the rest of the applicant's life. In contrast, the UGC NET JRF Award Letter is only valid for three years from the date of issuance.
The notification with revised UGC NET regulations is aimed at standardising eligibility qualifications for teachers in universities, with guidelines to ensure higher standards of education.
Others:01 August,2024 - 30 June,2025
Application Date:05 June,2025 - 26 June,2025
Application Date:09 June,2025 - 04 July,2025
Choice of Exam City:19 June,2025 - 25 June,2025
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You can download the syllabus in hindi language from the National Testing Agency Portal (NTA). NTA has all the syllabus and previous year papers, arranged chronologically. Please go through its official portal and you can download the syllabus in your device.
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To download the question paper for Hindi UGC NET, please visit the official website of UGC. All the previous year papers can be found in that website. The previous year question paper tab is right beside the syllabus tab. You can also refer to some good books online to get the question papers.
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Here’s a simple strategy to prepare for UGC NET in Social Work:
Know the syllabus
: Cover both Paper 1 (teaching & research aptitude) and Paper 2 (Social Work topics like theories, methods, policies, etc.).
Use standard books
: Refer to authors like U. Ghai, Sanjay Bhattacharya, and IGNOU materials for Paper 2.
Make short notes : Summarize each topic for quick revision.
Practice MCQs : Solve previous years' papers and mock tests regularly.
Revise often : Set a revision schedule weekly to retain concepts.
Follow current affairs : Focus on social policies, government schemes, and recent developments in social work.
Stay consistent with 4–5 hours of study daily, and focus on understanding rather than memorizing.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.
Hi aspirant.
If you're looking to download the CSIR UGC NET question papers, you can follow this method for easy access:
You can also download it from the Career360 website
Yes, you can still be eligible for the UGC NET exam, as it primarily requires a master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).
Your two-year gap after Class 10 will not affect your UGC NET eligibility, as the exam considers postgraduate qualifications, not the gap between 10th and 12th.
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