Check out important last week UGC NET preparation tips 2020 essential to crack the exam.
The NTA UGC NET 2020 exam is just around the corner. With about a week left in the commencement of the exam, you must have already completed the UGC NET syllabus. So what should be the UGC NET preparation strategy in the last week? Are there any other things that you should focus on to ensure your success in UGC NET 2020 exam? Let us find out below.
Make a proper study plan
While you already might have a study plan that you must have followed for the past few months, it is important that you make a revised plan in the last week. The UGC NET study plan for the last week should divide your time majorly on three things:
- Revision of the already studied topics
- Solving of the previous year UGC NET question papers and mock tests
- Relaxing and resting
Revision is the key
It is extremely important to revise what you have already studied over and over again. However, it is not advisable to dive deep into the subjects again. You only need to revive what you have already studied in short. If you had prepared some notes during UGC NET preparation earlier, it is best to revise those now.
Do not pick a new topic for study
With only a few days left for the exam, it is not advisable to pick any new topic for study. Picking up new concepts in the last week can lead to confusion and panic. Therefore, it is important that you stick to only revising what you have already studied.
Practice previous year UGC NET question papers
Practice as many UGC NET question papers as possible. Practicing will help you get aware of the type and difficulty of questions that are usually asked in the exam. However, do not just stop at attempting the question paper. Analysing the question paper and thereafter marking your weak and strong areas for the exam is equally important to ensure success in the UGC NET exam.
Attempt UGC NET mock tests
Since the exam is conducted in online mode as a computer-based test (CBT), it is highly important to attempt UGC NET mock tests as it gives you the real look and feel of the exam, which in turn boosts confidence immensely.
Focus on time management
While attempting a UGC NET mock test or a previous year question paper, it is advisable to keep a timer and complete the exam in the allotted time only. While attempting the paper, do not waste time if you do not know the answer to any question. Move on to the next question and likewise solve all the questions that you are confident about first. On an average, you should try to solve one question in one minute. You should try to solve the question papers and mock tests with not only speed but also accuracy.
Do not take NTA UGC NET paper-I lightly
Taking the UGC NET paper-I lightly is one of the common mistakes that candidates make. However, since UGC NET paper-I carries 100 marks weightage, which is a lot when it comes to scoring in the exam; it is advisable to always keep your focus in preparing for the paper well. Check complete UGC NET exam pattern.
Eat healthy and take rest
Last but certainly not the least, eating healthy and taking rest is extremely important during the last few days of the exam. In order to avoid getting tensed and nervous for the exam, never skip your meals and take proper sleep of atleast seven to eight hours. Even during UGC NET revision, take proper breaks in between and keep yourself calm. In case you feel extreme anxiety, try meditation.
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Student Forum
Answered a week ago
No. The authority has not released the UGC NET certificate for the December session 2025. The exam is scheduled to be conducted from December 31 to January 7, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
The authority will release the UGC NET certificate on the official website at ugcnet.nta.nic.in and also on the e-certificate portal at ecertificate.nta.ac.in. Candidates can download it by using their login credentials including the application number and password or date of birth.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
- Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link available for the answer key
- Use application number and password or the application number and date of birth to open the link
- Enter the application number, password/date of birth, and security pin (as shown on the screen)
- Click on Sign In and submit the Chal
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
The UGC NET answer key challenge fee per question is INR 200. It is non refundable whether the challenge is accepted or rejected. It can be paid online via debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Challenges made by the candidates will be verified by the panel of subject experts.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
It is released by the National Testing Agency NTA a few days after the exam is conducted. The answer key helps candidates in calculating their probable scores and checking the accuracy of their responsesThe details provided on the UGC NET answer key are mentioned below:
- Exam date
- Exam shift
- Exam subjec
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
Candiates can check below the steps to download the UGC NET question papers:
- Visit at ugcnet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the answer key & question paper link.
- Login using the required details.
- Download the question paper PDF
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
To give mock test is important. It helps them to find out strengths and weaknesses. regular practice also improves speed, gain confidence, reduce the exam pressure, helps to understand the exam pattern, improves speed, etc.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
Analysis is crucial for a candidate in the NTA NET exam. It helps to strategize the preparation, understand the paper structure, difficulty level, topics asked or high weightage areas, expected cutoff, etc.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
No. Candidate must possess a Master's degree with a minimum of 55% grade score average from a UGC recognised university to apply for the NTA UGC NET exam. Also, if she or he is in the final year of their Master's programme or hold a four year bachelor's degree in specific subjects.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
There is no upper age limit to apply for the Assistant Professor positions. But for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), the maximum age limit is 30 years as of June 1 of the exam year. There is also an ahe relaxation provided to the candidates from reserved categories including OBC, SC and ST
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Contributor-Level 6
Registration - 7 Oct '25 - 7 Nov '25

Is the UGC NET certificate released for the December session 2025?