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UGC NET

 The UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test) is an exam conducted in India to determine eligibility for:


Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges


Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)



Here’s a summary of important details:


1. Conducting body:

National Testing Agency (NTA)


2. Exam frequency:

Twice a year (typically June and December)


3. Eligibility:


Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)


Final-year master’s students can also apply


Age limit for JRF: max 30 years (relaxation for reserved categories); no age limit for Assistant Professor



4. Exam pattern:


Paper 1: Teaching and research aptitude (common for all) — 50 questions, 100 marks


Paper 2: Subject-specific — 100 questions, 200 marks


Both papers are MCQs; no negative marking



5. Subjects covered:

Over 80 subjects including Commerce, Management, English, Political Science, Computer Science, etc.


6. Mode of exam:

Computer-based (online)


7. Application process:

Online via ugcnet.nta.nic.in during the announced application window


8. Validity:


JRF: 3 years (can be extended if pursuing PhD)


Assistant Professor eligibility: lifetime



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