UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 for Paper 1 & 2: Check Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

UGC NET exam pattern 2024 is prescribed by the National Testing Agency (NTA). As per the exam pattern, the UGC NET 2024 exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 and Paper 2. Get further information and updates on the NTA UGC NET exam pattern. 

UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 

The UGC NET exam pattern 2024 is set by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The exam includes two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs), totalling 150 questions (50 in Paper 1 and 100 in Paper 2). Candidates have three hours to complete the exam, with no separate time limits for each paper.

For a few years, the exam has been held in online mode. Hence, it is expected that this year will not be any different. The question paper will be available in English and Hindi with no negative marking for incorrect responses. Candidates are awarded marks only for correct answers. The UGC NET format was revised in 2019. Previously, Paper 1 and Paper 2 were conducted in separate sessions with individual time allocations of one hour and two hours, respectively. Now, both papers are combined into a single three-hour session. Get further information on the UGC NET exam pattern for Paper 1 and 2 below on this page. 

UGC NET Exam Pattern Highlights 

The National Testing Agency (NTA) releases the exam pattern for UGC NET exam for paper 1 and paper 2. Check the table below to check the major highlights of the UGC NET exam pattern. 

UGC NET Exam Pattern for Paper 1 & 2

The UGC NET 2024 exam consists of two papers, which candidates must complete within a total time of three hours (180 minutes) without breaks. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 include objective-type questions, and it is mandatory to attempt questions from both.

• The question paper is available in both English and Hindi, and candidates have to select their preferred language while filling out the UGC NET application form.
• Each question is worth two marks.
• There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
• All questions in both papers are compulsory, ensuring comprehensive assessment across subjects.
• The following table gives you further information. 

UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024 for Paper 1

As per the official website of NTA, the questions asked in the UGV NET paper 1 are generic, intending to assess the teaching/research aptitude of the candidate. It will primarily be designed to test reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness of the candidate. Candidates are advised to start their preparation by having a strategy to complete the overall UGC NET syllabus. The following table briefs you of the UGC NET exam pattern for Paper 1. 

UGC NET Exam Pattern for Paper 2

The UGC NET Paper 2 exam is based on the subjects selected by the candidates. All the questions asked in Paper 2 are compulsory to be attempted. Candidates need to choose the UGC NET Paper 2 subject from the given options of 84 subjects while filling out the application form. Candidates need to appear in the subject of their Post-Graduation only. Candidates, whose Post Graduation subject is not covered in the list of UGC NET subjects, can appear in a related subject.

UGC NET Marking Scheme 2024

The UGC NET exam has no negative marking in it. For each correct answer, 2 mark is awarded while no marks awarded for not attempting any questions.