UGC NET 2017: Prep tips for History by Shekhar Chandra
University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test 2025 ( UGC NET )
Exam On - 31 Dec '25 - 7 Jan '26
Shekhar Chandra, UGC NET Qualified
Shekhar Chandra cracked UGC NET (November) 2017 History paper for Assistant Professor by scoring a total of 166 marks. His paper-wise score is such that he secured 40 marks in Paper I, 40 marks in Paper II, and 86 marks in Paper III.
A BA (Honours) History graduate from Deshbandhu College, Delhi University and MA History postgraduate from IGNOU, Shekhar always wanted to clear UGC NET with flying colours. When we asked Shekhar what prep strategy he adopted to clear the exam, he said, “I did self-study for eight to ten hours daily for few months. Also, I solved all the previous years’ questions of UGC NET.” Some books that helped him in CBSE UGC NET 2017 preparation are listed below:
| Paper |
Book |
Author/Publication |
| Paper I |
CBSE UGC NET/SET |
Trueman Book Company |
| Papers II & III |
Ancient India |
Saurabh Chaubey |
| Medieval India |
Further, talking about how he dealt with his strengths and weaknesses at the time of UGC NET preparation, Shekhar shared that he did not take any kind of pressure, always had a healthy diet, and slept properly. Some advice that he gave to UGC NET 2018 aspirants is, “Set your goal, remain focused, and avoid any kind of negative thinking.”
Talking about what he found to be the most difficult part of UGC NET exam, Shekhar said that he found Paper III to be most difficult. However, he was able to manage his time well in all the UGC NET papers and regarding the same he advised NET aspirants that, “Firstly, you should read all questions in the exam very carefully. Thereafter, you should start giving the exam by solving easy questions first. Remember, it is important not to panic while solving the questions.”
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An avid reader and a cricket enthusiast, Shekhar believes that positive thinking and self-belief can lead anyone to their success. He recommended NET 2018 candidates to do self-study by making a proper time table for each topic.
Currently, Shekhar is preparing for other competitive exams. However, in future, he wants to make his career in the field of academics by becoming a professor.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
The NTA opens the UGC NET 2025 Application correction window from November 10 to 12, 2025 at ugcnet.nta.nic.in. The Registration process was closed on November 7.
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Answered 2 weeks 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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Answered 2 weeks 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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- 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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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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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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Answered a month 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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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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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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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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