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What is the success rate of UGC NET exam?
Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on Feb 11, 2025 03:16 PM IST | #UGC NET
The National Testing Agency conducts the UGC NET exam twice a year. The UGC NET exam is a gateway for aspiring lecturers and researchers in India. The UGC NET 2024 exam has high competition making it difficult to qualify. However, with good preparation and strategy, the NTA UGC NET exam is possible to crack. The NET exam December session has been conducted between January 3 and 27, 2025.
UGC NET success rate
The UGC NET success rate is defined as the percentage of candidates who succeed among the total number of appeared candidates in the examination. The UGC NET success rate is usually between 7 - 11% which is a small percentage of candidates who appear in the examination. Apart from this, candidates need to score more than the UGC NET cut off 2024 in order to qualify the exam. The UGC NET cut off is to score 40 % for general category and 35 % for other categories. The below table shows the total number of candidates appeared in the exam versus the UGC NET pass percentage -
UGC NET success rate statistics - Previous years
Year | Registered candidates | Appeared candidates | Qualified candidates | No. of candidates qualified (Both JRF & Assistant Professor) | UGC NET pass percentage |
| December 2024 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
June 2024 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
December 2023 | 9,45,918 | 6,95,928 | 58,794 | 5032 | 11.83 % |
June 2023 | 639069 | 462144 | 32,304 | 4937 | 14.3% |
December 2022 | 8,34,537 | 5,46,679 | 43,917 | 4847 | 8.03% |
June 2022 & December 2021 | —- | 5,44,485 | 43,246 | 9127 | 12.5% |
June 2021 & December 2020 | 1266509 | 671288 | 52856 | 7679 | 7.87% |
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From the above statistics, it is seen that the UGC NET success rate is very less compared to the candidates who give in the exam. On an average, around 7 - 11% of the appeared candidates qualify the UGC NET 2024 exam. The success rate varies with each year. It depends on factors like the subject the candidate chooses, the candidate’s category, etc.
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How to clear the UGC NET exam 2024 ?
Though the UGC NET 2024 success rate depends on various factors, candidates can try the below tips to crack the exam -
Clearing the UGC NET exam requires dedication, preparation, understanding of syllabus and consistent practice.
Focus on active learning rather than revising the same concepts everyday.
Practise mock UGC NET mock tests/ sample papers to learn time management in the examination.
Make sure that the entire UGC NET 2024 syllabus is covered. Do not study anything new during the last few weeks before the exam.
Referring to too many materials is not necessary. Choosing the right and standard resources is the best way to prepare for the NET exam 2024.
With focused preparation, the right resources, and a strategic approach, candidates can definitely improve their chances of success in the 2024 NET exam.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. how many students qualify UGC NET?
The UGC NET success rate to qualify as the Assistant professor is between 7 - 11 %.
2. Is it hard to pass UGC NET?
The UGC NET 2024 exam is definitely challenging to pass. However, it is not impossible to clear.
3. What is the passing rate for UGC NET?
The 7 - 11 candidates out of 100 candidates qualify the UGC NET exam 2024.
4. What is the maximum salary of UGC NET?
Candidates will receive a UGC NET certificate after qualifying the exam. NDA does not offer any job role or salary. Candidates may expect a UGC NET salary over Rs 30, 000.
5. Is UGC NET a good career option?
Clearing the NET exam will definitely open doors to new opportunities. It is a good career option for those who want to pursue teaching roles. Weighing the pros and cons about this field is the best way to go.
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Have a question related to UGC NET ?
If your MBA (Finance) is from an accredited university and you have at least 55% of the possible points (or 50% for reserved categories), you can take the UGC NET in Commerce.
Your MBA in finance is relevant because UGC NET Commerce covers business, accounting, finance, economics, and management topics.
If you are well-versed in the fundamentals of commerce, pick commerce.
As an alternative, you can choose UGC NET Management, which is closely related to MBA courses.
Your subject-matter expertise and career objectives should guide your decision.
Anannya sarma 12 August,2025
Hello,
Here are some links where you can access UGC NET study materials :
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 06 August,2025
Hii,
Yes, you can still appear for the UGC NET in Geography, but there's a small change. UGC prefers candidates to write NET in the subject of their post-graduation. However, if your Rural Development MA had strong overlaps with geography topics like environment, population studies, etc., and you feel confident with Geography concepts, you can go for it. Just be ready to justify your choice if asked during verification. Otherwise, another option is to appear for UGC NET in Rural Development if that’s more aligned with your MA.
Thank you for reaching out and all the best for your exam !
Nikita shahi 28 July,2025
Hello,
If you get the EWS certificate after filling the UGC NET form , then it will not be valid for this attempt.
EWS certificate must be valid and available at the time of form submission. You cannot claim EWS benefit later after the form is submitted.
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 23 July,2025
Hello Aspirant,
since you have completed your MBA you should appear in UGC NET in MANAGEMENT . this paper cover topic like hr, marketing, finance , strategy , and business management . you will have to write paper 1 (general) and paper 2 (management) .
all the best for your preparation .
hope ypu got your answer.
sugandh kumar 12 July,2025
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