UGC NET 2021 will be held in the month of June 2021 and in December 2021 through online CBT mode. UGC NET is a national level entrance test which will be organized by NTA. Through UGC NET exam, the eligibility will be determined for JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) & Assistant Professor and for Assistant Professor only. Candidates who will successfully qualify the test will be considered for recruitment as Assistant Professor or JRF in Indian Universities and Colleges. The application process for June session exam starts in the month of March 2021 and in the month of September 2021 for December session exam. In this article we have provided complete details related to UGC NET 2021 application form, exam dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, etc.
Q: What is latest Exam Updates for UGC NET Exam December 2020?
A: UGC-NET is conducted twice every year. However in 2020 due to the pandemic, the June 2020 examination got delayed and was deferred to September 2020 until November 2020 to cover all the subjects. The December 2020 cycle had to be postponed and is now being conducted in March-April 2021.
Q: How many papers does one need to clear in order to qualify the UGC NET exam?
A: One needs to pass both the papers (paper-I and II) in order to qualify the UGC NET exam.
Q: What is the UGC NET cut for 2019 and 2020?
A: Check the Complete UGC NET Cut off 2018, 2019 and 2020
Q: Is there any negative marking in UGC NET exam?
A: No, there is no negative marking in the exam. Candidates are awarded zero marks for an incorrect answer or a question left unanswered.
Q: What is the validity of UGC NET eligibility certificate?
A: There is no prescribed validity for UGC NET eligibility certificate received for the post of Assistant Professor. This means that UGC NET certificate for Assistant Professor is valid for lifetime. However, the JRF award letter is valid for a period of three years starting from the day of issue of the letter.
Q: Can I choose the post for which I want to take the exam?
A: Yes, you have the option of selecting the role (Assistant Professor/JRF/both) at the time of filling the application form.
Q: Is Aadhaar card mandatory to apply for the exam?
A: No, you can mention any identification number (PAN card, ration card, passport etc) at the time of filling the application form.
Q: What is the minimum eligibility criteria to apply for UGC NET exam?
A: You should score at least 55 per cent aggregate marks in your master's degree exam. Check UGC NET Qualifying crtieria 2021