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UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude)

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UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude)

National Eligibility Test · Lectureship / JRF · NTA

20-question mock20 min40% pass markIndia

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From practice to the real exam

01
Eligibility
Master's degree (or equivalent) with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS). For JRF, age limit 30 (relaxations apply). For Assistant Professor — no upper age limit.
02
Apply on NTA portal
Conducted by NTA twice yearly (Jun and Dec cycles). Fee ~INR 1150 (general). Application window typically 4–6 weeks.
03
Study Paper 1 + Paper 2
Paper 1 (50 Qs, 100 marks, common to all) tests teaching/research aptitude. Paper 2 (100 Qs, 200 marks, subject-specific). Both on same day.
04
Sit the CBT exam
3 hours total, computer-based at NTA centres. No negative marking. Both papers in single session.
05
Use the result
Qualifies for Assistant Professor and/or JRF. JRF fellowship ~INR 37,000/month (≥2 years) + HRA. Lectureship qualification valid for LIFE.
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Exam blueprint

What this exam covers

5 topics · drawn across your practice and mock
01ICT & Higher Education
25%5 questions
02Teaching Aptitude
20%4 questions
03Research Aptitude
20%4 questions
04Reasoning & Maths
20%4 questions
05Data Interpretation
15%3 questions
Your study path
Master this exam, topic by topic
Drill one topic at a time. After each session you'll see where you went wrong and can retake until you've got it.
Questions per session
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How many questions are in the UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude) quiz?

Each UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude) attempt draws 20 questions and runs for about 60 minutes under realistic timed conditions.

Can I retake the UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude) test, and are the questions randomised?

Yes. Every attempt pulls a fresh, randomised set of questions, so you can't memorise your way through — you retake it until you genuinely know the material.

What score do I need to pass the UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude)?

The pass mark used in this simulation is 40%. AceMark scores every attempt instantly and shows which topics to review.