I have completed M.Sc Zoology. Can I apply for UGC NET Earth science?

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    Shantanu Kharche | Contributor-Level 7

    a year ago

    Yes, you can apply for the UGC NET Earth Science exam after completing your M.Sc in Zoology. The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) is a qualifying exam for candidates who wish to become assistant professors and research scholars in various universities and colleges in India.

    While UGC NET Earth Science primarily focuses on topics related to Earth and Planetary Sciences, candidates from different Science backgrounds can apply for the exam. As you have a master's degree in Zoology, you might need to familiarize yourself with the Earth Science syllabus and prepare thoroughly for the exam to ensure your succes

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    Haribalan N P | Contributor-Level 10

    a year ago

    Yes, You can apply to UGC NET Earth Science with a Zoology M.Sc. The following are the requirements for eligibility to UGC NET Earth Science: A master's degree from an accredited university in Earth Science or a comparable field. A minimum of 55% in the master's program, or its equivalent. The minimum score needed by candidates who identify as SC, ST, OBC, or PWD is 50%. Your M.Sc. in Zoology qualifies you for the UGC NET Earth Science program. But it's crucial to remember that there is fierce rivalry for UGC NET Earth Science, therefore in order to succeed, you need to have a solid academic background and research

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