UGC-NET June 2020 Exam Syllabus, Important Dates, Study Material and Question Papers with Answers

By | March 17, 2020
UGC-NET 2020 Exam Syllabus and Pattern, Eligibility Criteria

Are you preparing for UGC-NET Exam? Here we are provided UGC-NET 2020 Exam Syllabus and Pattern, Eligibility Criteria, Exam and Result Dates, Old Question Papers with Answers, Examination Schedule and Centers, Subject List with code, How to Apply and Computer Based Test information.

The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India (GOI), has established National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent, autonomous and self- sustained premier organization.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has entrusted the responsibility of conducting UGC-NET to NTA. UGC-NET is a test to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for ‘Assistant Professor’ and ‘Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor’ in Indian universities and colleges.

UGC-NET June 2020

Department NameUniversity Grants Commission
Post NameAssistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship
Job LocationIndia
Exam Name National Eligibility Test
Examination FeeGeneral/Unreserved – Rs. 1000/-
Gen-EWS*/ OBC-NCL** – Rs. 500/-
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender – Rs. 250/-

Candidates must ensure that e-mail Address and Mobile Number provided in the Online Application Form are their own as all information/ communication will be sent by NTA through e-mail on the given e-mail address or SMS on given Mobile Number only.

Exam Pattern for UGC-NET

PaperMarksNumber of QuestionsMCQ
I10050The questions in Paper I intends to assess the teaching/ research aptitude of the candidate. It will primarily be designed to test reasoning ability, reading comprehension, divergent thinking and general awareness of the candidate.
II200100This is based on the subject selected by the candidate and will assess domain knowledge.
  • Total duration – 03 hours (180 minutes).
  • Type of Examination – Objective Type- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • There is no negative marking for incorrect response.
  • For each correct response the candidate will get 2 marks.
  • No Break between Paper I and II.
  • Timing of Examination – Such as first Shift: 9.30 am to 12.30 pm and Second Shift: 02.30 pm to 05.30 pm

UGC-NET Paper 1 Syllabus and Study Material

NTA (National Testing Agency) Taking the Exam of UGC-NET in India. Below we shared Paper 1 Syllabus pdf Topics of UGC-NET exam.

Check here Latest study material for the UGC-NET exam, which is taken by NTA.

UGC-NET Syllabus of Test

The List of UGC-NET subjects for June 2020 and their Codes are given at Annexure-III. The candidates may note that the syllabus has been modified
and the new syllabus applicable from June 2019 onwards has also been notified through a public notice on NTA website.

The subjects with their respective codes are given below:

All Subject with Subject Code pdf – Download

Updated syllabus for all NET subjects can be downloaded from the UGC website: Click Here

You can read All Syllabus Hindi and English Language.

Exam Center List – Download

Download Official Notification of UGC-NET June 2020

Schedule of Examination June 2020

Important Dates for UGC-NET Exam

Online Submission of Application Form16 March – 16 April 2020 (up to 11:50 pm)
Last date of fee17 April 2020 (up to 11:50 pm)
Downloading of Admit Cards from NTA website15 May, 2020
Dates of Examination15 June 2020 to 20 June 2020
Declaration of Result on NTA websiteby 5 July 2020

UGC-NET Eligibility Criteria

Truly all necessary detail for UGC-NET June 2020 recruitment Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship post, given below.

Education QualificationGeneral/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates – 55% marks in Master’s Degree or equivalent examination
All other Categories – 50% marks in Master’s degree or equivalent examination are eligible for this Test.
Age CriteriaJRF: Not more than 30 years as on 01.06.2020
Assistant Professor: no upper age limit in applying for Assistant Professor.

Candidates who are pursuing their Master’s degree or equivalent course or candidates who have appeared for their qualifying Master’s degree (final year) examination and whose result is still awaited or candidates whose qualifying examinations have been delayed may also apply for this test.

Especially candidates are advised to appear in the subject of their Post Graduation only.

How to apply (Application Procedure)

  • Log on to NTA website ugcnet.nta.nic.in and click on the “Apply Online” button under UGC-NET June 2020.
    Step-1: Apply for Online Registration using unique Email Id and Mobile No.
    Step-2: Complete Online Application Form and note down the system generated Application No.
    Step-3: Upload scanned images of Candidate’s Photograph and Candidate’s Signature in JPG/JPEG format.
    Step-4: Make payment of fee through SBI /Syndicate/HDFC /ICICI /Paytm Payment Gateway (Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking/Paytm) and
    keep proof of fee paid.
  • Download save and print copy of Confirmation Page after successful remittance of fee for your record and future reference
  • Similarly Download, save and print copies of the Confirmation Page for your record and future reference.

Display of Provisional Answer Key for Challenges

The NTA will display Provisional Answer Key of the questions on the NTA website ugcnet.nta.nic.in to provide an opportunity to the candidates to challenge the  Provisional Answer Key. Although the Answer Keys are likely to be displayed for two to three days.

Similarly the Candidates will be given an opportunity to make a challenge online against the Provisional Answer Key on payment of Rs. 1000/- per question challenged as processing charges.

Computer Based Test (CBT)

The major examinations being conducted by NTA will be Computer Based Test (CBT). A CBT requires candidates to sit in front of a computer terminal (node) allocated to them against their Roll number and Admit card.

The Examination shall be conducted as Computer Based Test (CBT) only. Furthermore this facilitates the process of being able to take a Computer Based Test (CBT). Above all the entire experience of using a computer is close to the actual experience of taking a CBT.

Admit Card of UGC-NET

Finally you can download you Hall ticket from  UGC-NET official website. If you applied properly when the time of filling the online application form. Open website: – https://nta.ac.in

UGC-NET Mock Test

Specifically You can register for mock test in UGC NET through official website. Click here for Register in Mock Test.

Result of UGC-NET

Especially You can check your Exam result of UGC-NET through official website. Click here for check your UGC-NET result. OR Second Link

UGC-NET Answer Key

Finally UGC Answer key is published in the official website. Click for check your tentative result of UGC-NET. Check Answer key Here.

Question Papers with Answer of UGC-NET

Likewise Download previous questions paper with solution of UGC-NET Exam.

July 2018 – Question Paper pdf  |  Answer Key

November 2017 – Question Paper  |  Answer Key pdf

January 2017 – Question Paper pdf  |  Answer Key

July 2016 – Question Paper  |  Answer Key pdf

December 2015 – Question Paper pdf  |  Answer Key

Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply ugc net?

Log on to NTA website ugcnet.nta.nic.in and click on the “Apply Online” button under UGC-NET June 2020. For more information read above.

How many papers in ugc net?

There are mainly Two paper. Generally first one is common for everyone and Second one is as per selection of main subject.

What is ugc net JRF?

JRF stand for Junior Research Fellowship. By the NTA you can able to do JRF through UGC-NET exam.

How to check ugc net result?

You can check your Exam result of UGC-NET through official website. Click here for check your UGC-NET result. OR Second Link.

Who can give ugc net exam?

~ General/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates – 55% marks in Master’s Degree or equivalent examination
~ All other Categories – Generally 50% marks in Master’s degree or equivalent examination are eligible for this Test.

How many times ugc net is conducted?

Most probably every year Two exam conducted by NTA.

How many attempts for ugc net exam?

For JRF, only three attempts are allowed. But for lectureship of UGC NET there is no maximum number of attempts.

Thank you for reading. However If you need any help regarding UGC NET exam, please do comment below, Our expert time sure help you out.

Credit and Reference:
Official Website of NTA – www.nta.ac.in, ugcnet.nta.nic.in

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