I am doing M.Sc botany. What should I do to prepare for UGC-NET?
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Refer to the past questions which helps in analyzing the exam pattern and identification of important topics. Gaining familiarity with the syllabus is a must. As all papers are objective now, do not leave out any topic. You need to prioritize the subjects which is crucial and make notes of it. -
You should begin by downloading previous year's papers and solving them regularly. This way you will familiarize yourself with the paper pattern and it will give you an idea of how preparation you need to do. Then start studying according to the syllabus. Divide the syllabus in sections of three and give time to each section daily. This way you will make all your subjects strong together. It is obvious that you will have to study hard for this Exam. I would suggest dividing your time in two slots. Test yourself after finishing each topic. -
You can apply for UGC NET Exam after completion of your master's degree. Preparing for UGC NET Exam is not that much easier task. You should have to make a strong study plan to crack this exam. In my opinion, solving test series and previous year question papers are the best strategies that you can adapt to crack the UGC NET Exam.
Before 1 month of exam, you should start solving the previous papers. I hope it helps! -
As we all know that the difficulty level of UGC NET 2018 is very high. To get sure shot success in this exam, you must be highly passionate and dedicated towards your studies.
1. Gain familiarity with UGC NET Syllabus 2018. Do not skip any topic.
2. Start the preparation with Paper-1 syllabus because it is simpler than the Paper 2. You must finish it as soon as you can.
3. Refer good books to prepare well for the exam.
4. Make short notes for last time revision.
5. Manage time properly. Give time to the topics according to their importance level.
6. Solve previous years question papers and practice online mock test papers.
7. Be positi...more
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No. The authority has not released the UGC NET certificate for the December session 2025. The exam is scheduled to be conducted from December 31 to January 7, 2026.
The authority will release the UGC NET certificate on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in and also on the e-certificate portal at ecertificate.nta.ac.in. Candidates can download it by using their login credentials including the application number and password or date of birth.
- Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link available for the answer key
- Use application number and password or the application number and date of birth to open the link
- Enter the application number, password/date of birth, and security pin (as shown on the screen)
- Click on Sign In and submit the Challenge Answer Key link
- Select the correct answer option ID for the question ID for which the challenge needs to be made
- Click on the 'Save Your Claims' button
- Upload the supporting documents in a single PDF file to support your claim
- Click on the 'Save Your Claims & Pay Fee' button
- Pay INR 200 per question in the online mode
The UGC NET answer key challenge fee per question is INR 200. It is non refundable whether the challenge is accepted or rejected. It can be paid online via debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Challenges made by the candidates will be verified by the panel of subject experts.
It is released by the National Testing Agency NTA a few days after the exam is conducted. The answer key helps candidates in calculating their probable scores and checking the accuracy of their responsesThe details provided on the UGC NET answer key are mentioned below:
- Exam date
- Exam shift
- Exam subject name and code
- Question ID
- Correct option ID
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