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November 23, 2024 • 15:30 pm

UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 - Marking Scheme, Ques & Time duration

NTA UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024

 

To score well in the UGC NET exam, aspirants must have a proper preparation plan. To have the best strategy for the exam, you must know the UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024, time Duration and the marking scheme.

 

Exam Pattern of UGC NET is prescribed by the NTA. It comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. The UGC NET Time Duration is 3 hours (180 min). Both papers consist of objective-type Multiple choices (MCQs).

 

in this article, you will get a complete idea of the NTA UGC NET Paper Pattern for all the sections in an easy-to-understand format.

 

Here in this article, you will find: -

 

NTA UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024

Scheme of NTA UGC NET Paper Pattern

UGC NET Paper 1 Pattern

UGC NET 2024 Exam Pattern for Paper 2

UGC NET Marking Scheme 2024

UGC NET Syllabus 2024 - All Subjects

Frequently Asked Questions

 

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UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 for JRF and Assistant Professor

 

The first step towards the preparation of any exam is understanding its structure. The NTA conducts the UGC NET Exam twice a year (in June and December month) in two papers – Paper 1 and Paper 2.

 

Paper 1 is based on General Paper while Paper 2 is a subject-specific exam (for the subject that you choose during the form-filling process).

 

The UGC NET Exam Pattern Highlights for both General Paper 1 and Paper 2 is given below – 

 

NTA UGC NET Paper Pattern 2024 Paper 1 Paper 2
Type of Papers

Common for all subjects (General Paper)

Subject-based paper (84 Subjects)
Total Number of Questions 50 100
Total Marks 100 200
Marking scheme  +2 for Correct answer +2 for Correct answer
Questions Based on Topics General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude Subject related topics
Type of Questions MCQ (Multiple choices Questions)
Exam Mode Online Mode (CBT)
Negative Marking  No negative marking
Paper Language English & Hindi
Total Time 3 Hours i.e. 180 minutes (Without any break)

 

 

 

As per the UGC NET 2024 Notification, the december 2024 exam will be conducted in two different shifts:

 

UGC NET Exam Timing 

Shift-1 Shift-2

Exam Time

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Total Time Duration

3 hours

Entry Time

30 minutes before the exam

Documents Checking Before Entering

30 minutes before the exam

Instructions by the Invigilators

8:45 AM to 8:55 AM 2:45 PM to 2:55 PM

Paper Starting Time

9:00 AM 3:00 PM

End of the Exam

12:00 PM 6:00 PM

 

 

Note – NTA will be released the subject-wise UGC NET Exam Time Table for the December 2024 session . You can check all the updates and news here - UGC NET Notification 2024.

 

 

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Below, we have explained the NTA UGC NET Paper Pattern 2024 in detail. You can check it for a better understanding of the exam scheme.

 

 

UGC NET Exam Pattern – Understand the Paper Format

 

UGC NET paper pattern consists of two objective-type papers. Each paper has a different standard and difficulty level.

 

 

UGC NET Paper Pattern for Paper 1

 

General Aptitude Test is common for all the subjects. The medium of Question Paper wil be in English & Hindi.

 

The questions in UGC NET Paper 1 are based on teaching and research aptitude that measure your interpretation skills. It consists of Reasoning Ability, Reading Comprehension, Mental Ability, General Awareness, etc. In Paper 1, No negative marking for wrong answers.

 

Below, you can check the complete study kit for UGC NET Paper 1.

 

 

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UGC NET Exam Pattern for Paper 2

 

Paper II is a subject-based paper that consists of 100 MCQ-type questions (multiple choices with a single correct answer), each consisting of two marks.

 

The NTA UGC NET Paper-II covers the entire syllabus of the master’s degree subject selected by the candidates. And to qualify for the exam, you must have deep knowledge of your chosen subject.

 

Here is the marking scheme and duration for Paper 1 and Paper 2:

 

Marking in the Exam

UGC NET Total Marks

Number of Questions

Duration

Paper-I

100

50

3 Hours (180 minutes)

Without any break.

(Shift 1: 9.00 AM – 12.00 PM; Shift 2: 3.00 PM – 6.00 PM)

Paper-II

200

100

Total

300

150

 

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UGC NET Marking Scheme 2024

 

According to the UGC NET 2024 Marking Scheme: -

 

For each correct Answer, you will get 2 marks in both Paper I & II.

 

There is no negative marking in UGC NET for incorrect answer. Therefore, you are advised to attempt all the UGC NET Previous Year Question Paper.

 

No marks will be given for questions ‘Unanswered/Marked for Review’.

 

All the questions are compulsory.

 

If a question is found to be incorrect/ambiguous during the key challenge, only those candidates who have attempted the question and chosen one of the correct answers will be given the credit.

 

Only for dropped question(s), if any, marks will be given to all the candidates.

 

UGC NET Negative Marking

Making Process

Each Incorrect Answer

0 marks deducted

One Correct Answer

2 marks added

No Answer

0 marks deducted

Wrong Question

Marks will be given to all aspirants

 

Note – The above-mentioned details for UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 is based on the latest notification released by the National Testing Agency.

 

UGC NET Channel

 
 

UGC NET Syllabus 2024

 

After checking the complete UGC NET Exam Pattern, you should also know the updated Syllabus.

 

it will help you to know the important topics and sub-topics that can be asked in the exam. If you are preparing for the 2024 exam, you should check the Complete UGC NET Syllabus 2024 for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

 

 

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Frequently Asked Questions About UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024

 

Below, we have mentioned some common questions that are generally asked by the aspirants who are preparing for the exam. Check them below -

 

Question - What is the Exam pattern of UGC NET 2024 Exam?

Ans. – You can check the NTA UGC NET Paper Pattern for 2024 from here.

 

Question – What is the duration of the UGC NET Exam?

Ans. – As per the UGC NET December 2024 exam pattern, both the papers will be conducted in a single three-hour duration but candidates belonging to the PwD category have an extra time of 20 minutes for Paper-I and 40 minutes for Paper II in case the aspirant is availing the facility of the scribe.

 

Question – Is there any negative marking in the UGC NET exam?

Ans. – No, there is no negative marking in both Paper-I and Paper-II. We would recommend you attempt all the questions in the National Eligibility Test.

 

Question – What is the mode of UGC NET examination in 2024, is it online or offline?

Ans. – The UGC NET December 2024 Exam will be conducted in online mode (Computer Based Test) only.

 

Question - How many papers are there in the UGC NET Exam?

Ans. – The UGC NET Exam consists of two papers – Paper 1 (general paper) and paper 2 (subject-wise paper). 

 

Question - How many times is the UGC NET exam held in a year?

Ans. – Every year, UGC NET Exam is conducted 2 times, in June & December. Now the UGC NET December 2024 Exam will be Conducted from 1st January 2025 to 19th January 2025.

 

Question - Does the UGC NET Exam Pattern change every year?

Ans. – No, Exam Pattern doesn’t change yearly.

 

 

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We hope the above information will help you in understanding the UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 in a better way. If you have any queries about the Paper Pattern, you can share them with us through the comment box below. 

 

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  • Sonali singh

    What is the meaning of education group 1 and group 2 in ugc net exam?

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    Hello Sonali,
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    Group 1 and Group 2 are just the different shifts for the UGC NET Education exam.
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  • Priyanka

    Do I need to get qualified in Paper I so to become eligible for taking up paper II ?

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    Hello Priyanka
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    There is no such compulsion to qualify paper 1 to become eligible for paper 2. You have to clear both papers with the desired cutoff to clear the UGC NET exam.
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    Hello Priyanka
    Welcome to Eduncle!
    There is no such compulsion to qualify paper 1 to become eligible for paper 2. You have to clear both papers with the desired cutoff to clear the UGC NET exam. the paper
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  • Priyanshi rajput

    is calculator allowed in UGC NET exam for commerce stream?

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    Hello Priyanshi,
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    No, NTA doesn't allow calculator in UGC NET Exam.
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  • Ritu trivedi

    Hi I am Ritu... from Kota.... done MBA in 2008 with 78%... working as HR Manager in Automobiles... I want to do NET in HRM ... So plz guide... eligibilty.. What are the passing % required in both papers??

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    Hello Ritu,
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    You can check our blog UGC NET Eligibility to know the complete eligibility criteria for the NET Exam.
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  • Dhamu

    how to prepare net exam computer science and application

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    Hello Dhamu,
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    You should check out the complete syllabus first and make a strategy accordingly. Check out the UGC NET Preparation Tips for detailed information.
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  • Bharathi

    Hello sir/madam, i am a post graduate from (MSc chemistry) Can i opt for chemical Sciences

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    Hello Bharathi,
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    Yes, you are eligible to apply for CSIR NET Chemical science subject.
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  • Ashwini g c

    Hello sir I completed M.com and I haven choosen commerce for ugc net exam, how many papers will be there?

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    Hello Ashwini,
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    There will be 2 papers. Paper 1 is a general aptitude test and paper 2 is a subject-based paper.
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  • Ram chandra mahali

    Hello Sir i am preparing for UGC NET . What is the minimum marks to eligible

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    Hello Ram chandra,
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    You will be eligible to apply for UGC NET exam if you have got minimum 55% marks in post graduation degree.
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  • Jyoti

    I am M.sc in microbial biotechnology, currently doing B.ed. kindly tell me for which subject under UGC NET i should applied.

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    You should apply for CSIR NET Life Science subject. For more details, kindly know the CSIR NET Eligibility Criteria.
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