The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the start of the online application process for the UGC NET December 2024 exam. Interested candidates can now apply for the exam through the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Before beginning the application process, candidates must ensure that all details, including email address and mobile number, are filled in accurately. The exam, which will be conducted in CBT mode, is open to candidates with at least 55% marks in their master's degree or equivalent. Humanities, social sciences, computer science, and electronic science are among the eligible subjects.
University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) December 2024: Key Information and FAQs
Introduction
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a national-level examination conducted twice a year by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC) of India. The exam determines the eligibility of candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges and for receiving the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in the field of their specialization.
UGC NET December 2024 Exam
The UGC NET December 2024 exam is scheduled to be held on December 21, 2024, and December 22, 2024, as per the official schedule released by the NTA. The online application process for the exam has begun on the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in, and will continue until November 14, 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the UGC NET December 2024 exam, candidates must:
Exam Pattern
The UGC NET December 2024 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The exam consists of two papers:
Each question carries 2 marks and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What are the subjects covered in the UGC NET exam?
The UGC NET exam covers 81 subjects classified into three main categories: Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science. The full list of subjects is available on the official website (ugcnet.nta.ac.in).
2. What is the duration of the UGC NET exam?
The duration of the UGC NET exam is 3 hours for each paper (Paper 1 and Paper 2).
3. Is there any age limit for the UGC NET exam?
There is no upper age limit for the UGC NET exam. However, the JRF is only awarded to candidates below 30 years of age as on the prescribed date.
4. What are the different types of preparation resources available?
There are various preparation resources available for the UGC NET exam, including official study materials, coaching classes, online courses, and previous year question papers.
5. What is the pass percentage required to qualify for the UGC NET exam?
To qualify for the UGC NET exam, candidates must secure at least 40% marks in Paper 1 and 45% marks in Paper 2 for General Category candidates, while for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / SC / ST / PWD candidates, the minimum qualifying marks are 35% in each paper.
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