Can I appear for UGC NET exam after completing Master's degree from IGNOU?

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Dharamveer Dheer
a year ago

Hi, Yes, you are eligible to appear for the exam, if you have completed the Masters Degree from the IGNOU. You need to complete Masters degree from the Subject you are interested in with around 55% marks overall if you are a general Candidate. For Reserved Category Candidate and for female category

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Ashish Sharma
5 years ago
Hi Nomanjee, Yes, if you have completed Masters Degree from the IGNOU then it is acceptable and you are eligible to appear for the exam. You just need 55% marks overall if you are a general Candidate. For Reserved Category Candidate and for female category you can appear in the UGC NET Exam with 50%

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5 years ago
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