University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test Syllabus

The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is a national-level exam to assess the eligibility of Indian nationals for:

• Award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
• Appointment as Assistant Professor
• Admission to Ph.

D Programmes

The exam also plays a key role in streamling the academic  recruitment process for universities and colleges across India.

UGC NET Syllabus 2025

The UGC NET Syllabus 2025 serves as a comprehensive framework that guides aspirants in preparing for both Paper I & Paper II.

Paper I Syllabus (Common To All Candidates)

Paper I is designed to test general teaching and research aptitude, and includes topics such as:

• Teaching Aptitude
• Research Aptitude
• Comprehension
• Communication
• Mathematical reasoning and aptitude
• Logical reasoning
• Data Intrepretation
• Information and communication technology (ICT)
• People, development and environment
• Higher education system: Governance, Polity and administration

Paper II Syllabus (Subject-Specific)

Paper II is based on the subject selected by the candidate from the list of 83 subjects. This Paper evaluates in-depth knowledge of the subject and includes detailed topic-specific questions.

• The syllabus for each subject is set by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and released alongside the official exam notification.
• Candidates must thoroughly reivew the latest syllabus PDF from the official website - ugcnet.ntac.ac.in.

Upcoming Syllabus Revision Based on NEP 2020

In line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the UGC has announced a revision of the UGC-NET syllabus. This decision was made in a commission meeting on November 3, 2023, with the goal of aligning the curriculum with the evolving acdemic and research landscape.

• The revised syllabus will apply to all 83 subjects
• Candidates will be given ample preparation time before the revised curriculum is enforced.

Careerindia provides you with the list of UGC-NET Subjects, with Syllabus 2025 which can be downloaded.

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