Career Guide: How to prepare for UGC NET in 3 months
career Mar 15 2025
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Preparing for the UGC NET exam?
With the strategic approach and dedicated effort, you can crack it in just three months.
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Understand the syllabus
Go through the official syllabus and understand previous year trends.
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Create a study plan
Month 1: Cover the entire syllabus of both papers.
Month 2: Revise and practice previous year papers.
Month 3: Focus on mock tests, revision, and time management.
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Study material
Follow NCERT books, UGC NET preparation books (like Trueman’s, Arihant, or KVS Madaan). Keep notes for quick revision.
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For Paper 1
Stay updated with current affairs, higher education policies, and ICT.
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For Paper 2
Study important concepts, theories, thinkers, and case studies related to your subject.
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Solve PYQs
Solve at least 5-10 years of past papers to understand the question pattern.
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Stay consistent
Study 5-6 hours daily, with a mix of theory, practice, and revision.