UGC NET JRF Syllabus 2027
University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test — Junior Research Fellowship
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paper I (General Teaching & Research Aptitude - 50Q) | 75 | 150 |
| 2 | Paper II (Subject-specific - 100Q) | 75 | 150 |
| Total | 150 | 300 | |
Syllabus by Subject
Paper I (General Teaching & Research Aptitude - 50Q)
Key topics covered as per the official UGC NET JRF syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Paper I (General Teaching & Research Aptitude - 50Q).
View Paper I (General Teaching & Research Aptitude - 50Q) Syllabus →Paper II (Subject-specific - 100Q)
Key topics covered as per the official UGC NET JRF syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Paper II (Subject-specific - 100Q).
View Paper II (Subject-specific - 100Q) Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
Master's degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD), age 30 years for JRF
ANumber of Attempts
No limit (JRF: age limit applies)
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Twice a year (June & December)
Next Exam Date
June 2027
Registration Opens
March 2027
Preparation Tips
- 1Paper 1 is common for all — master it for a guaranteed 100-mark base score
- 2Paper 2 is subject-specific — follow the official NTA syllabus
- 3Top institutes shortlist for PhD based on JRF rank — aim for top 1%
- 4Previous year cut-offs vary by subject — check your subject's competition level
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