UGC NET 2025 Exam Analysis for all Shifts - Check Paper Difficulty Level, Sections

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Candidates who appear in the examination can immediately get an idea of their performance in the paper through the UGC NET 2025 exam analysis of December 2024 session. Various notable institutes will also release the NTA UGC NET 2025 paper analysis online on the institute's website. Candidates attempting the UGC NET exam will be able to find the exam analysis in the article below.

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UGC NET 2025 Exam Analysis for all Shifts - Check Paper Difficulty Level, Sections

Additionally, candidates currently preparing for the upcoming exam can use the previous years UGC NET exam analysis during preparation. The UGC NET exam analysis 2025 will contain information about the weightage of each topic appearing in the UGC NET question paper, the difficulty level of the exam, and much more.

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2025

After the conclusion of exam, the UGC NET 2025 exam analysis will be updated on this page. In the UGC NET exam analysis, we go through the topics appearing in the exam, the types of questions asked, and their difficulty level. Candidates appearing for later shifts of the exam can refer to the NET 2025 exam analysis to get an idea of what kind of questions may be asked.

UGC NET Exam Analysis - Previous years

Various institutes release UGC NET 2024 exam analysis after the conclusion of exam. Candidates can know the difficulty level, correct and incorrect attempts, types of questions asked, etc. With the help of UGC NET exam paper analysis 2024, candidates can also guess the difficulty level of previous years which is mentioned below.

UGC NET 2024 Exam Analysis for Paper 1 - Shift I (August 21 )

Subjects	Topics	Difficulty level
Research	Plagiarism Hypothesis Testing Cross-sectional Research MLA Style of referencing Sampling Questions	Moderate
Communication Skills	Mass Communication National Action Plan Rhetoric Communication	Moderate
ICT	Blogging and Web 2.0 Syllogism Formal Fallacy Conversions (Binary to Decimal)	Easy to Moderate
Data Interpretation	Interest Percentage questions	Easy
Mathematics	Age related questions Number System Number conversion Time and distance questions	Moderate-D
Reading Comprehension		Easy
Teaching Aptitude	National Education Policy Swayam Prabha Lecture Method	Moderate-Difficult
Logical Reasoning	Coding and decoding Logical Equivalent Indian Logic	Moderate
Higher Education	Ancient Universities	Easy
Environment	B.O.D Rio Submit Ground water level Types of Lakes Nuclear fission	Moderate
Overall level		Easy - Moderate

UGC NET 2023 Exam Analysis for Paper 1 - Shift I (December 6)

The difficulty level of the exam was moderate to high. Candidates can refer to the table below for a subject-wise breakdown of the topics.

Subject	Topics	Notes
Research	Application of data analysis. Which software do we use to analyse data?	-
Communication skill	What are the skills of an effective communicator?	-
ICT	Primary and secondary storage applications and theory-based Hexadecimal number addition	-
Data Interpretation	Percentage increase and decrease Missing term	Difficult
Maths	Speed of moving train Missing number	-
Reading comprehension	School teaching and value education	Not Difficult
Teaching aptitude	Classroom teaching	Easy
Logical reasoning	Syllogism Contradictory terms Mood Nyaya	-
Higher education	Planning commission Educational institute (Which educational institute was established at a given time)	-
Environment	Current affairs SDG and MDG	Moderate to difficult

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 1) - Shift 2 (June 15)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	8-9	Teaching Methods Pedagogy and Child Development Buddhist Education Hypothesis Experimental Research Barriers to Communication Research Ethics Experimental Research Effective Teaching Coding Decoding Indian Logic Fallacies Percentage Based Bar Graph Ratio Time and Distance Interpersonal Communication ISA participation country Tropic of Cancer Protocols Agreement Malware Virus LED features Poem Income ROM, RAM HTTP and Internet	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	5-7		Easy to Moderate
Data Interpretation	2-4		Moderate
Communication	3-4		Easy to Moderate
ICT	2-3		Moderate to Difficult
Higher Education	2-5		Moderate to Difficult
Environment	4-5		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-5		Moderate to Difficult
Logical Reasoning	5-7		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	2-4		Easy to Moderate
People and Development	2-4		Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 2 (June 15)

Sections	Shifts	Memory-Based Questions	Difficulty Level	Good Attempts
Political Science	Shift 1 and Shift 2	Keshwanand Bharti Case International Relations and IFP Maslow Need Hierarchy theory DPSP Chronology Buddha passage Globalization passage College established by Raja Ram Mohan Roy Ambedkar Savarkar Public Policy Lookish Policy Kachiwala Road Prepositions Codes Identification of Fallacy Nature of Argument	Moderate	40-45
Psychology	Shift 1		Moderate	46-48
Environmental Sciences	Shift 2		Moderate to Difficult	46-49

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 1) - Shift 1 (June 15)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	9-10	Teaching Methods Pedagogy and Child Development Buddhist Education Hypothesis Experimental Research Barriers to Communication Research Ethics Experimental Research Effective Teaching Coding Decoding Indian Logic Fallacies Percentage Based Bar Graph Ratio Time and Distance Interpersonal Communication ISA participation country Tropic of Cancer Protocols Agreement Malware Virus LED features Poem Income ROM, RAM HTTP and Internet	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	6-8		Moderate
Data Interpretation	2-4		Easy to Moderate
Communication	3-4		Easy to Moderate
ICT	2-3		Moderate
Higher Education	3-4		Moderate to Difficult
Environment	4-5		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-4		Moderate
Logical Reasoning	5-6		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	2-4		Easy to Moderate
People and Development	2-4		Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 2 (June 14)

Sections	Shifts	Memory-Based Questions	Difficulty Level	Good Attempts
Home Science	Shift 1	Nutrition and Food Science Textiles finish Land Management Design fundamentals Consumer Protection Development and Growth Principles Thomas Armstrong RC Indian Theatre Nissim Ezekiel works Victorian Criticism 1791, which book is published Shakespeare Cultural Studies Ronald Barthes	Moderate to Difficult	58-62
English	Shift 1 and Shift 2		Moderate	50-52
Sanskrit	Shift 2		Moderate	47-49

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 1) - Shift 2 (June 14)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	8-9	Methods of Learning Understanding Based LMS Research Ethics Experimental Research Effective Teaching Coding Decoding Indian Logic Fallicies Percentage Based Bar Graph Ratio Time and Distance Interpersonal Communication ISA participation country Tropic of Cancer Protocols Agreement Malware Virus LED features Poem Income ROM, RAM HTTP and Internet	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	5-7		Moderate
Data Interpretation	2-4		Easy to Moderate
Communication	3-4		Easy to Moderate
ICT	2-3		Moderate
Higher Education	3-4		Moderate to Difficult
Environment	4-5		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-5		Moderate
Logical Reasoning	6-7		Easy to Moderate
Reading Comprehension	2-5		Easy to Moderate
People and Development	2-4		Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 1) - Shift 1 (June 14)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	2-5	Assessment Teacher Centre Method Das Shiksha Padani code of conduct in Buddhism Research Ethics Experimental Research Effective Classroom Water Scarcity - Environment Clock Numer Hetvabhasa Series Negative Communication Successive Discount Average IATA full form Establishment of IIT NEP 2020 Niti Aayog Air quality index Profit and Loss Percentage Clock Mirror Image Per Capita National Income ROM, RAM HTTP and Internet	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	6-7		Easy to Moderate
Data Interpretation	3-5		Easy to Moderate
Communication	4-7		Easy to Moderate
ICT	3-5		Easy to Moderate
Higher Education	1-2		Easy to Moderate
Environment	6-8		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-5		Moderate
Logical Reasoning	5 to 6		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	3-5		Moderate
People and Development	1-3		Easy to Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 2 (June 13)

Sections	Shifts	Difficulty Level	Good Attempts
Commerce	Shift 1	Moderate	40-45
Physical Education	Shift 1	Easy to Moderate	49-53
Library and Information Science	Shift 2	Moderate	48-51

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 1) - Shift 2 (June 13)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	9-13	Teaching Methods Pedagogy and Child Development Das Shiksha Padani code of conduct in Buddhism Research Ethics Experimental Research Effective Classroom Negative Communication Successive Discount Average Profit and Loss Percentage Clock Mirror Image Per Capita National Income ROM, RAM HTTP and Internet Ozone Layer Montreal Protocol	Moderate
Research Aptitude	6-5		Moderate
Data Interpretation	2-5		Moderate
Communication	3-6		Easy to Moderate
ICT	3-4		Moderate
Higher Education	2-5		Moderate
Environment	3-5		Difficult
Maths	4-5		Easy to Moderate
Logical Reasoning	5 to 6		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	3-5		Easy to Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 (Paper 1) - Shift 1 (June 13)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	10-12	National Education Policy 2020 University Established in the 1900s Carbon Monoxide Air Quality Index Coding-Decoding Successive Discount Missing Number Water Scarcity Types of Research Experimental Research Research Ethics Negative Communication Methods of Teaching Centered Analogue communication HTTP & Internet Percentage based Per Capita National Income	Moderate
Research Aptitude	5-7		Difficult
Data Interpretation	3-5		Easy to Moderate
Communication	4-5		Moderate
ICT	2-3		Difficult
Higher Education	3-4		Difficult
Environment	3-5		Moderate
Maths	4-5		Easy to Moderate
Logical Reasoning	6 to 8		Easy
Reading Comprehension	3-5		Easy to Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 1 (February 24)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	6-8	Interpersonal communication 1904 Committee Plagiarism Bibliography – TR Reasoning Hypothesis Testing Lord Curzon IPCC full form Ranking Number Series Average Age Time, Speed and Distance Number System Syllogism Diversions Conversions RAM & ROM Difference between primary and secondary memory SSD Cache Slow and fast memory Trojan Horse Virus Phishing Farming Hard Disk Malware	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	4-5		Moderate
Data Interpretation	3-4		Moderate
Communication	5-6		Easy to Moderate
ICT	3-4		Tough
Higher Education	3-4		Tough
Environment	4-5		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-5		Moderate
Logical Reasoning	3-4		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	6-7		Easy to Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 1 (February 23)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	5-7	Interpersonal Communication Cultural Thinker PRAYAS full form Conversions ICT full form Paris Agreement 1972 Contest Ranking Number Series Average Age Time, Speed and Distance Number System Syllogism DI Different Philosophers Inductive and Deductive Reasoning Passage NAAC 1904 Committee Plagiarism Bibliography – TR Reasoning Hypothesis Testing Lord Curzon IPCC full form	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	3-5		Moderate
Data Interpretation	6-7		Easy to Moderate
Communication	3-4		Moderate
ICT	4-5		Moderate
Higher Education	3-4		Tough
Environment	5-6		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-5		Tough
Logical Reasoning	3-4		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	4-5		Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 1 (February 22)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	6-8	Barriers in Communication Types of Communication Diversions Conversions RAM & ROM Difference between primary and secondary memory SSD Cache Slow and fast memory Trojan Horse Virus Phishing Farming Hard Disk Malware Ransomware IT Act Cycord Cyber Swakshta Kendra Bots Learner centre approach Classroom learning Binary to decimal conversion Micro SSD Kyoto Paris Montreal Protocols Global Warming Pollutants SIM full form Ozone Earthquake Reactor Scale Mercury Scale	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	4-5		Moderate
Data Interpretation	3-4		Moderate
Communication	4-5		Easy to Moderate
ICT	4-6		Easy to Moderate
Higher Education	3-5		Moderate
Environment	5-6		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-4		Moderate
Logical Reasoning	2-3		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	4-5		Easy to Moderate

UGC NET exam Analysis 2023 - Paper 1 (February 21)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics Asked	Difficulty Level
Teaching Aptitude	5-7	Combined Set Up Semantic barrier Abbreviation Memory-based Conversion Binary to Hexa Binary to Octa Conversion SSD Super Follow feature Monology Interpersonal Communication Language Aspects NEP 2022 Water Pollution Kyoto Protocol Coding & Decoding Square of Caption Environment, Protocols Current Affairs, Aristotle Percentage Reasoning Passage on Industrialization and Economy Ethics Number System SWAYAM Learning Theories	Moderate
Research Aptitude	3-5		Moderate
Data Interpretation	5-6		Easy
Communication	4-5		Easy to Moderate
ICT	5-6		Moderate
Higher Education	3-5		Moderate
Environment	4-6		Easy to Moderate
Maths	3-4		Tough
Logical Reasoning	4-5		Moderate
Reading Comprehension	3-4		Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2022: September 29 (Commerce paper)

Topic	Good attempts	Questions Asked	Difficulty level
Business Environment and International Business	5	Foreign direct investment Foreign portfolio investment Calculation of BEP Calculation of VC	Easy
Accounting and Auditing	7	Inflation Public Limited Company	Moderate
Business Economics	6	Monopoly Perfect Competition	Moderate to Difficult
Business Finance	8	Capital Structure	Easy to Moderate
Business Statistics and Research Methods	6	Properties of binomial distribution	Easy to Moderate
Business Management and Human Resource Management	7	Span of Management	Easy
Banking and Financial Institutions	7	Financial markets: Money market; Capital market; Government securities market	Moderate
Marketing Management	8	Marketing Mix Cash Cows	Difficult
Legal Aspects of Business	6	Who cannot get information under RTI Act	Easy to Moderate
Income-tax and Corporate Tax Planning	5	Income Tax Returns (1 & 2) Items included in section 17(1) of IT Act	Moderate

UGC NET Exam Analysis

Candidates can check the UGC NET exam paper analysis 2022 from the tables below.

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2022: July 12 (Paper 1)

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics asked	Difficulty level
Teaching Aptitude	8-9	Learner, Curriculum, Effective Domain learning, Methods, etc.,	Moderate
Research Aptitude	6-7	Hypothesis T-test, Z-test, Qualitative and Quantitative, etc.,	Moderate
Reading Comprehension	4-5	WHO related	Easy to moderate
Logical reasoning	5-6	Arguments, Venn diagram, Reasoning moods & figures, Analogies, etc.	Moderate
Data Interpretation (DI)	3-4	Ratio & percentage, etc.	Moderate
Maths/Reasoning	4-5	Coding - decodingng, Number series, Pipeline questions, CP and SP, etc.,	Easy
Information and communication technology (ICT)	3-4	Input and Output devices, How to install RAM, Virus question, E-pathshala, etc.,	Easy to moderate
Communication	3-4	Non-verbal communication types, characteristics of communication, models of communication, etc.,	Easy to moderate
Higher Education	3-4	SWAYAM, NEP 2020, MOOC, Education system's founders	Easy to moderate
Environment	2-3	Kyoto Protocol, Air pollution and pollutants, Clean energy, Solar energy, SDG 1,2,3,4	Moderate to difficult

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2022: July 11 (Paper 1)

According to the candidates’ review, the overall difficulty level of UGC NET 2022 exam was moderate.

Sections	Number of questions asked	Topics asked	Difficulty level
Teaching Aptitude	9-10	Characteristics of teaching, direct and indirect, Behaviourism (operation, skinner), evaluation, traditional teaching support system, etc.,	Moderate to difficult
Research Aptitude	7-8	Hypothesis T-test, Z-test, ethics, positivism and post-positivism, action research, etc.,	Difficult
Reading Comprehension	4-5	Hypothesis T-test, Z-test, ethics, positivism and post-positivism, action research, etc.,	Moderate
Logical reasoning	5-6	Arguments, Square of opposition, Deductive & Inductive, Venn diagram, Reasoning moods & figures, Analogies, etc.	Easy to moderate
Data Interpretation (DI)	4-5	Questions came from previous year	Easy
Maths/Reasoning	3-4	Time & work, profit & loss, simple interest, average, ratio, compound interest, etc.,	Moderate to difficult
Information and communication technology (ICT)	3-4	Conversion (binary to decimal), Chronology (bit & bytes), abbreviations, memory hierarchy, input & output devices, wireless technology, etc.,	Moderate to difficult
Communication	4-5	Non-verbal communication types, models of communication, characteristics of communication, etc.,	Easy to moderate
Higher Education	3-4	AICTE, new education policy, NIRF	Easy to moderate
Environment	3-4	Global warming, climate change, natural hazards, etc.,	Moderate to difficult

UGC NET Exam Analysis 2022: Paper 1 (July 9)

According to the candidates’ feedback who appeared in the UGC NET exam 2022, the overall difficulty level of UGC NET exam paper was moderate.

Topics	Number of questions asked	Questions asked	Difficulty level
Teaching Aptitude	6-7	Characteristics of teaching, Behaviourism (operation, skinner), direct and indirect, traditional teaching support system, evaluation, etc.,	Moderate to Difficult
Research Aptitude	4-7	T-test, Z-test, ethics, action research, positivism and post-positivism, etc.,	Difficult
Reading Comprehension	4-5	Budget and finance, moodle, figure, opposition square, detective and inductive, India logic,	Moderate
Data Interpretation (DI)	5	Questions came from the previous year	Easy to Moderate
Maths/Reasoning		Time & work, simple interest, compound interest, average, ratio, profit & loss, etc.,	Easy
Information and communication technology (ICT)	5-7	Conversion (binary to decimal), Chronology (bit & bytes), abbreviations (WORM), video conferencing, memory hierarchy, input & output devices, wireless technology, etc.,	Moderate
Communication	5	Non-verbal communication types, characteristics of communication, models of communication, etc.,	Moderate to Difficult
Higher Education		AICTE, NIRF, new education policy,	Moderate to Difficult
Environment	5-6	Disaster, COP25, Montreal protocol, SDG, MDG, biomass, energy, Kyoto protocol, Paris protocol, INDC, solar panels etc.,	Moderate

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UGC NET Result 2025

The exam conducting authority will release the UGC NET 2025 result online on the official website. Candidates who appear in the exam will be able to check the NTA UGC NET 2025 result after visiting the official website and logging in with the necessary credentials, which are the candidate’s application number and password. The result of UGC NET 2025 includes the roll number and rank of qualified candidates along with the qualifying marks.

A UGC NET exam 2025 scorecard will also be released for all the shortlisted candidates in Paper I and Paper II. Candidates whose name is mentioned in the scorecard will be awarded with UGC NET eligibility certificate which will be valid for the next two years to apply for the post of Assistant Professor/Lecturer or Junior Research Fellowship in the specified subject.

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UGC NET Cut Off 2025

The authority will also release the UGC NET 2025 cut-off for the students. It is mandatory to secure marks more than or equal to the UGC NET cut off 2025 to get qualified for the examination. The NTA UGC NET 2025 cut off marks will be released both subject-wise as well as category-wise. The UGC NET cut off will be separately released for both the Assistant Professors/Lecturers and Junior Research Fellowship.

NTA UGC NET exam 2025 Qualifying marks

Category	Minimum Percentage Marks to be Obtained		Minimum Marks to be Secured
	Paper I (Out of 100)	Paper-II (Out of 200)	Paper I (Out of 100)	Paper-II (Out of 200)
General	40%	40%	40	80
OBC/PWD/SC/ST	35%	35%	35	35

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When will the UGC NET 2025 exam be conducted session?

The UGC NET exam for December session is being conducted from January 3 to 16, 2025.

2. What will be the difficulty level of questions in the UGC NET 2025 exam?

The questions are based on the latest UGC NET syllabus and exam pattern. However, to know about the difficulty level, candidates can go through the UGC NET 2025 exam analysis.

3. Is it beneficial to check the UGC NET exam analysis 2025?

Definitely, it helps the aspirants who appear in the UGC NET 2025 exam to have an idea about the question paper and exam pattern.

4. What is the marking scheme of UGC NET exam?

As per the UGC NET exam marking scheme, for each correction answer 2 marks will be awarded and there is no negative marking.

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I completed my MBA (FINANCE) which subject should I to write in UGC NET........?

Hello

MBA in Finance and are planning to write the UGC NET exam, you should select Management ( Code 17 ) as your subject because Management is the most relevant subject for MBA graduates and includes topics related to finance, marketing, HR and general management.

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1. Relevance to Your MBA : The syllabus covers finance , organizational behavior, business economics and strategic management , which align with your MBA specialization .

2. Career Opportunities : Qualifying UGC NET in Management can help you secure positions as lecturer , professor or researcher in the field of management and finance .

Commerce (Code 08) : If your focus is more on financial accounting, auditing or economics , you can also consider this subject .

Review the Syllabus of both Management and Commerce to decide which aligns better with your strengths and interests .

Hope this helps you .

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Mitali Sharma 20 January,2025

Which exam is better UGC Net or CSIR Net ?? In order to have weightage in resume

Hello aspirant,

We are unable to compare the two. The purpose of these tests is to determine if applicants are qualified for a junior research fellowship or a lectureship. Therefore, we may conclude that although the two tests have the same goal, they cover different themes. Each exam is significant in its own right and is the greatest in its subject.

Thank you

Hope it helps you

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Sajal Trivedi 17 January,2025

Please explain me how to prepare for clear ugc net exam

Preparing for the UGC NET (National Eligibility Test) requires a strategic approach and dedicated effort, as it’s a competitive exam for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Professors and/or qualify for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in Indian universities. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to effectively prepare for the UGC NET exam:

1. Understand the Exam Structure

UGC NET consists of two papers :

Paper I : General Paper on Teaching and Research Aptitude (50 questions, 100 marks)
Paper II : Subject-Specific Paper (100 questions, 200 marks)
Paper I assesses general skills like teaching aptitude, research methodology, reasoning, communication, and data interpretation.
Paper II is subject-specific, where you’ll choose a subject (based on your post-graduate subject, e.g., Computer Science, Psychology, English, etc.).

2. Know the Syllabus and Exam Pattern

Paper I covers topics like:
- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Aptitude
- Reading Comprehension
- Communication
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Interpretation
- ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
- People and Environment
- Higher Education System
Paper II is subject-specific. You can download the detailed syllabus from the UGC NET website for the subject you have chosen.

Key Tips :

Download the latest syllabus and highlight important topics .
Focus on the entire syllabus, as there is no fixed weightage for topics.

3. Choose the Right Study Material

Books :
- For Paper I : NCERT books on general topics, Teaching Aptitude by J.N. Pandey, Research Aptitude by UGC NET guidebooks, and books on Reasoning and Data Interpretation .
- For Paper II : Choose books specifically designed for your subject, such as:
  - UGC NET Computer Science by S.P. Suman and others.
  - UGC NET Psychology by Arihant Experts.
  - Subject-specific reference books (like Oxford Handbooks , Cambridge Guides , etc.).
Previous Year Papers : Solving previous years’ papers is crucial to understanding the exam pattern and time management.

4. Plan Your Preparation

Create a Timetable :
- Divide time between Paper I and Paper II based on your strengths and weaknesses.
- Set daily, weekly, and monthly goals, allocating time for each topic.
Focus on Paper I : Many candidates neglect Paper I, but it’s essential to secure good marks here, as it accounts for 50% of your total score.
- 1-2 hours daily for Paper I is sufficient to keep the basics in check.
Subject-Specific Preparation :
- Prioritize important chapters in your subject (refer to the syllabus).
- Focus on concepts and definitions as they are frequently asked in UGC NET.
- Dedicate more time to difficult or vast topics.

5. Practice Mock Tests and Previous Papers

Start solving mock tests once you have completed a few topics.
Regularly solve previous year’s papers to get used to the exam format.
Focus on improving speed and accuracy as the exam is time-bound.

6. Revision and Notes

Keep a separate notebook for important formulas, definitions, and key points.
Revise regularly to ensure concepts are retained.
Before the exam, focus on short notes for quick revision.

7. Time Management During the Exam

Paper I and Paper II together have 150 questions. You’ll need to manage your time effectively to avoid rushing through.
Practice time-bound mock tests to improve speed.
Answer easier questions first, and if unsure, leave the difficult ones for later.

8. Stay Updated

Stay informed about any changes in syllabus or exam pattern by visiting the official UGC NET website: ugcnet.nta.nic.in (https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/) .
Keep track of official announcements and admit card release dates.

9. Stay Motivated and Confident

Take breaks to relax and avoid burnout.
Stay confident in your preparation and don’t get discouraged by challenges.
Connect with other aspirants online to share resources and tips.

10. Additional Resources

Online Platforms : You can use platforms like Unacademy , Vedantu , or BYJU's for video lessons and mock tests.
Study Groups : Join study groups (online or offline) to discuss and clarify doubts.

Conclusion

Preparing for the UGC NET requires consistent effort, strategic planning, and focused study. By understanding the syllabus, following a structured plan, and regularly practicing, you can successfully clear the exam. Remember to stay disciplined, track your progress, and believe in your abilities. You've got this! :)

If you need help with specific subject recommendations or planning, feel free to ask!

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Nikhil Anjikhane 16 January,2025

I have done my PGDBA from SCDL, which is recognized by UGC. Am I eligible for UGC NET? Thanks

if you have completed your PGDBA from SCDL, which is recognized by UGC, you are eligible to appear for the UGC NET exam as a PGDBA is considered equivalent to a Master's degree in Management, making you eligible to apply for the UGC NET Management paper.

To effectively prepare for a NET Management paper, you should utilize techniques like: hypothesis testing, practicing mock tests, thoroughly understanding business ethics and CSR, managing time effectively, mastering capital budgeting techniques, analyzing organizational structure and design, creating self-study notes, and strategically planning your study approach based on the syllabus and UGC NET MOCK TEST ,previous year papers.

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sadafreen356 26 December,2024

i had applied for ugc net in 2022 in obc ncl category .but at that time i dont had obc cirtificate.but my caste was mentioned in central list of obc .i got my cirtificate in 2023 .will it cause any issue in future.

Hello,

If you applied for the UGC NET in 2022 under the OBC-NCL category but did not have the required certificate at that time, it should not cause any major issues in the future as long as your caste was included in the central list of OBCs and you now possess a valid certificate. The eligibility criteria for reservation benefits require candidates to provide proof of category (such as the OBC-NCL certificate) at the time of document verification or as specified by the exam authorities.

Since you received your certificate in 2023, it can be used for future applications and any document verification processes. However, the reservation benefits for the 2022 application may not have been applicable if the certificate was not submitted as per the specified deadline.

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Tanya Gupta 16 December,2024

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