UGC NET Mock Test 2026
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How to practice for UGC NET?
What is the UGC NET Exam Pattern?
Computer Based Test
written • Weightage: 300
Paper I — Teaching & Research Aptitude
Questions
50
Duration
60 Min
Marks
100
Negative
None
Paper II — Subject Specific
Questions
100
Duration
120 Min
Marks
200
Negative
None
Important Guideline
Total Duration is 180 Minutes with 150 Questions.
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UGC NET Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
What is the UGC NET syllabus for 2026?
The UGC NET syllabus covers 6 subjects: Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Comprehension, Communication, Logical Reasoning, Subject Specific Knowledge. The exam has 150 questions across 2 sections in 180 minutes, with no negative marking.
UGC NET Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | 50 | 60 min | None |
| Paper II | 100 | 120 min | None |
| Total | 150 | 180 min |
Marking scheme: +2 correct · 0 wrong · 0 unanswered. Last updated: 2026-06-01.
Subjects in the UGC NET Syllabus
- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Aptitude
- Comprehension
- Communication
- Logical Reasoning
- Subject Specific Knowledge
Drill individual topics with free topic-wise practice tests before attempting full-length papers.
Is there negative marking in UGC NET?
No. UGC NET has no negative marking, so attempt every question — an unanswered question scores the same as a wrong one (0). Accuracy still matters for cutoffs, but never leave blanks.
UGC NET Cutoff Marks — Category-wise Trends
| Year | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 180 | 165 | 150 | 140 |
| 2024 | 120 | 110 | 100 | 94 |
| 2025 | 65 | 63 | 61 | 58 |
Last updated: 2026-06-01
How are cutoffs determined?
Cutoff marks for UGC NETare set by the conducting body after each exam cycle based on the number of vacancies, the total number of candidates who appeared, and the difficulty level of that year's paper. Category-wise relaxations (OBC, SC, ST) are applied as per government reservation policy. Use the table above to gauge where you need to score to secure a call for the next stage.
Frequently Asked Questions — UGC NET
The UGC NET (National Eligibility Test) is conducted to determine the eligibility of Indian nationals for 'Assistant Professor' and 'Junior Research Fellowship and Assistant Professor' in Indian universities and colleges.
The UGC NET is a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of two papers. Paper I (Teaching & Research Aptitude) has 50 questions and Paper II (Subject Specific) has 100 questions. Both papers are conducted in a single session.
No, there is no negative marking in the UGC NET exam. Candidates are awarded 2 marks for every correct answer, and no marks are deducted for incorrect or unanswered questions.
For every correct answer, candidates are awarded 2 marks. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers, and no marks are awarded or deducted for unanswered questions.
The syllabus for UGC NET includes Paper I covering Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Comprehension, Communication, and Logical Reasoning. Paper II is subject-specific, based on the candidate's chosen discipline.
The total duration for the UGC NET exam is 3 hours (180 minutes). Paper I is allotted 60 minutes, and Paper II is allotted 120 minutes.
Mock tests are crucial for UGC NET preparation as they help candidates understand the Computer Based Test (CBT) interface, manage time effectively, identify weak areas, and build confidence. Regular practice with mock tests is highly recommended.
