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University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test

NTA (National Testing Agency) · Online (CBT) · Twice a year

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UGC NET Syllabus

Complete chapter-wise syllabus covering all subjects. Updated as per official exam pattern.

About University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2027

The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the NTA (National Testing Agency). Preparing for the UGC NET requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UGC NET 2027 exam pattern?

UGC NET has two papers in one sitting (3 hours): Paper 1 (50Q, 100 marks — Teaching & Research Aptitude, common for all candidates) and Paper 2 (100Q, 200 marks — Subject-specific). Total: 150 questions, 300 marks. No negative marking. Both papers are compulsory.

What are the benefits of clearing UGC NET?

UGC NET qualifiers are eligible for: (1) Assistant Professor in any UGC-approved college/university, (2) JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) with fellowship of ₹37,000/month for PhD, (3) Direct PhD admission in many universities, and (4) CUET-based central university faculty positions.

How many subjects are offered in UGC NET Paper 2?

UGC NET is available for 83 subjects including Economics, History, Political Science, English, Hindi, Management, Commerce, Computer Science, Library Science, Geography, Education, Physical Education, Environmental Science, and 70+ more.

What is the UGC NET cutoff for JRF and Lecturership?

UGC NET has two categories of qualification: JRF (higher cutoff, top ~6% of qualified candidates) and Lectureship/Assistant Professor (lower cutoff, broader qualifying range). In NET June 2023, Economics JRF cutoff for general was ~75/300, and Lectureship cutoff was ~55/300.

What salary does a UGC NET-qualified Assistant Professor earn?

An Assistant Professor (Level 10, 7th CPC) earns basic pay ₹57,700 + DA + HRA + Academic Grade Pay. Total in-hand is approximately ₹70,000–₹90,000 per month in central universities. State university salaries are slightly lower but follow UGC pay scales with state supplement.

How to Prepare for UGC NET

1

Master UGC NET Paper 1 — Teaching Aptitude, Research Methodology, and Logical Reasoning are the core topics requiring systematic study

2

Cover your Paper 2 subject comprehensively from PG syllabus — previous year question banks help identify topic weightage

3

Practise Paper 1 environment, ICT, communication, and higher education questions — these 20+ questions are high-scoring

4

Attempt full-length mock tests for both papers under 3-hour conditions to build the endurance needed for the actual exam

Key Dates

Next ExamJune 2027
RegistrationMarch 2027
ModeOnline (CBT)
EligibilityPostgraduate degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL born before 1.10.1991); final-year students eligible
AttemptsNo restriction; valid for teaching and JRF for 3 years
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