UGC NET — exam pattern
NTA · Postgraduate · Twice a year · checked 2026-10-19
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Single session
CBT · 3 h · Negative marking: None · 150 questions · 300 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I — Teaching & Research Aptitude | 50 | 100 | 33.3% |
| Paper II — Subject | 100 | 200 | 66.7% |
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Years available: 2017, 2015
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in UGC NET?
- Single session: 150 questions, 300 marks, 3 h.
- Is there negative marking in UGC NET?
- Single session: None.
- Who can apply for UGC NET?
- Postgraduate. Held twice a year by NTA.