NTA UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching & Research Aptitude) Complete Syllabus 2026

Assistant Professor / JRF 50 Questions / 100 M 📅 Posted Date: 27 August 2026 | 07:00 AM 🌐 SarakariHub.com
University Grants Commission (UGC) & NTA
UGC NET Paper 1 Official Syllabus & Exam Scheme

Short Information :

National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts UGC NET for determining eligibility for Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). Check the complete unit-wise syllabus for compulsory Paper 1 (General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude) below.

Important Dates
Exam ModeComputer Based Test (CBT Online)
Duration3 Hours (180 Mins) for both Paper 1 & 2 combined
Total Questions (Paper 1)50 MCQs (2 Marks Each = 100 Marks)
Negative MarkingNO Negative Marking in UGC NET
Application Fee
Syllabus Download₹0/- (Free)
Official Websiteugcnet.nta.ac.in
Age Limit Details
  • JRF Age Limit: 30 Years (Relaxation up to 5 Years for Reserved/Women)
  • Assistant Professor: No Upper Age Limit
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria Total : Eligibility for Assistant Professor & JRF
Unit No. Unit Name & Key Topic Coverage Questions & Marks
Unit I Teaching Aptitude (Levels of teaching, Learner's characteristics, Teaching support system) 5 Questions | 10 Marks
Unit II Research Aptitude (Types, Methods, Thesis writing, Ethics, ICT in research) 5 Questions | 10 Marks
Unit III & IV Comprehension (Reading Passage) + Communication (Types, Barriers, Mass-Media) 10 Questions | 20 Marks
Unit V & VI Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude + Logical Reasoning (Pramanas, Fallacies) 10 Questions | 20 Marks
Unit VII & VIII Data Interpretation (DI Table / Graph) + Information & Communication Tech (ICT) 10 Questions | 20 Marks
Unit IX & X People, Development & Environment (SDGs, MDGs, Pollution) + Higher Education System 10 Questions | 20 Marks
Total Paper 1 Score (Compulsory for All 83 Subjects) 50 Questions | 100 Marks
  • Top 6% of appearing candidates qualify for Assistant Professor.
  • A proportion among qualifiers are awarded Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).
How to Fill Online Application Form
  1. Master Indian Logic (Nyaya, Pramanas) and Logical Fallacies in Unit 6.
  2. Practice 5 DI tables daily to ensure 10/10 in Data Interpretation.
  3. Review environmental conventions (Paris Agreement, Solar Alliance) and NEP 2020.
Some Useful Important Links
Link Description Action / Direct Link
Download UGC NET Paper 1 Syllabus PDF Click Here
NTA UGC NET Portal ugcnet.nta.ac.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Is there negative marking in UGC NET?
Ans. No, there is no negative marking in UGC NET.
Q. How many questions are asked in Paper 1?
Ans. Total 50 MCQs of 2 marks each (100 Marks).
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