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UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude)

National Eligibility Test · Lectureship / JRF · NTA

60
Minutes
20
Questions
1,540,000
Learners
40%
Pass mark
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From practice to the real exam

Verified sources
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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.
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Sit the CBT exam
3 hours total, computer-based at NTA centres. No negative marking. Both papers in single session.
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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 · 20 questions in the bank
Topic weights below mirror the real exam blueprint. To practise any single topic, use the Your study path panel on the right.
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
The experience

What to expect on test day

Timed simulation
Every mock runs under real exam time pressure. No pauses, no hints — exactly like the day.
Randomised questions
Every attempt draws fresh questions. You cannot memorise your way to a pass — you have to understand.
Integrity monitoring
Tab switches are logged in mock mode. Three switches auto-submits — same discipline as a real proctor.
Detailed results
Topic-by-topic breakdown, every answer explained, and a personalised 5-day study plan when you finish.
How to prepare

Competitive study playbook

Four habits that move the needle most — pulled from how high-scorers actually study.

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Spend the first week entirely on your weakest topic — momentum follows confidence.
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Previous-year papers are the single highest-ROI study tool. Treat them as gospel.
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Strict time per question. Most failures are time-management failures, not knowledge failures.
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For GS: daily current affairs reading is non-negotiable — even 15 minutes compounds.