Is qualifying UGC NET exam compulsory for PhD?

<p>The <strong>UGC NET exam</strong> is not compulsory for pursuing a <strong>Ph.D. in India</strong>. However, it is important to note that many universities and research institutions in India consider UGC NET or similar exams such as CSIR NET as a qualifying criteria for admission to their Ph.D. programs. In addition, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has made it mandatory for Ph.D. candidates to have qualified in the UGC NET or similar exam to be eligible for a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or a Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) during their <strong>Ph.D. programme</strong>. Therefore, while qualifying the UGC NET exam is not mandatory for pursuing a Ph.D. it can be beneficial for candidates who wish to pursue research as a career, as it can increase their chances of getting admission to top universities and research institutions. Additionally, qualifying the UGC NET exam can also make candidates eligible for various fellowship programs offered by the government of India to support their research.</p>

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