UGC NET Preparation Strategy & Study Plan (One

Month, Three Months, Six Months, One Year)

UGC NET is regarded as one of the toughest exams, and it needs extensive
preparation. In order to fare well in the UGC NET exam, one should prefer a
long-term preparation strategy. As UGC declares only the top 6% candidates
eligible for Lectureship or Junior Research Fellow (JRF), securing a higher score
in both Paper I and Paper II of the exam is mandatory. Each aspirant must
balance the time and give equal importance for Paper I and II. UGC NET Paper
I is common for all, while Paper II is subject-specific. One can choose a subject
relevant to his/ her Master’s degree.
As UGC NET is being conducted twice a year by National Testing Agency
(NTA), one can aspire for the second session of UGC NET if he/ she fails to
clear the first session of UGC NET. However, one can crack UGC NET in the
first go with a long term preparation.

UGC NET One Month Study Plan 

As UGC NET exam is just one month away, it is time to start the revision of
syllabus. As you have already covered or had knowledge of most of the topics,
it is better to practice as many mock tests or practise tests possible.
Continuous revision and practice tests will lead to ultimate success in the
examination.

UGC NET Three-Month Preparation Strategy & Study

Plan (June Exam 2020)
Usually, short-term preparation for UGC NET exam is preferred by those
students who are either pursuing a final-year Master’s degree or jobholders.
For such candidates, short-term preparation is the only option to fare well in
the examination. In order to help the candidates to prepare a good strategy for
short-term preparation, we have created some model timetables through
which short-term UGC NET preparation can be practically possible.
Also Read:Check the Eligibility Criteria
UGC NET 3 Month Preparation Timetable
Compared to one year or six-month preparation strategy, the three-month
strategy for the UGC NET exam is completely different. Aspirants need to
spend more time on exam preparation per day, as the syllabus of the exam is
vast. On the other hand, the aspirants must prepare for both Paper I & II
simultaneously in the short span. We hope that the below examples will help
you to prepare for UGC NET in a better way in three months.
Division of Syllabus for UGC NET Paper I
Total No. Of Units in Paper I (Specified by NTA) 10 Units
 No. Of Sub Topics in Each Unit 6-8 (Let us Assume 8)

Total No. Of Sub- Topics 80

Total No. Of Sub Topics to be covered in a Day At least Four

Total No. Of Sub Topics to be covered in a Week

6X4 = 24
(Monday to Saturday)

All Sub Topics to be covered in One Month

Mock Test Practice on Sunday At least 2-3 Mock Tests

Division of Syllabus for UGC NET Paper II

Total No. Of Units in Paper II (any subject) Let us assume 10

No. Of Sub Topics in Each Unit Let us assume 14

Total No. Of Sub- Topics 140

Total No. Of Sub Topics to be covered in a Day At least Five

Total No. Of Sub Topics to be covered in a Week

6X5 = 30
(Monday to Saturday)

All Sub Topics to be covered in One and Half Month

Mock Test Practice on Sunday At least 2-3 Mock Tests

Day Wise Plan for UGC NET Three-Month Preparation  
Example 1
Total No. Of Hours to be Spent for Exam Preparation
10 Hours
(Per Day)

Paper II (Subject Specific) - Pick Up at least

Morning Session (5:00 AM to 8:00 AM)
topics

Paper II (Subject Specific) - Pick Up at lea

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Topics

Paper II (Subject Specific) - Pick Up at le

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
subtopic and revise already covered to

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Paper I (Pick up at least 3-4 Sub Topi

Example 2
Total No. Of Hours to be Spent for Exam Preparation
10 Hours
(Per Day)

Morning Session (10 AM to 1:00 PM) Paper II (Subject Specific) - Pick Up at least
 topics

Paper II (Subject Specific) - Pick Up at lea

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Topics

Paper II (Subject Specific) - Pick Up at le

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
subtopic and revise already covered to

8:00 PM to 12:00 PM Paper I (Pick up at least 3-4 Sub Topi

UGC NET One Year Preparation Strategy and Six Month

Strategy
Usually, the syllabus of the UGC NET exam is based on Master’s degree
syllabus. For instance, if a student completed M.A. Political Science, he/she
can appear for UGC NET exam in Political Science. The syllabus of the exam is
mostly based on M.A. Political Science syllabus, and major emphasis should be
given to the same.
The question comes into your mind is How to Prepare for Exam in One Year?
Can I crack UGC NET in the first attempt? The answer is yes. You can crack
the UGC NET in the first attempt if you rely on long term preparation.
However, there are some exceptions here, which will be discussed in the latter
part. Firstly, let us focus on preparing a long term preparation strategy for the
UGC NET exam.
Constant Revision of Subject is the Key: If you are focusing on long-term
preparation for the UGC NET exam, make sure that you revise the subject
from time to time. Usually, two kinds of students appear for UGC NET exam,
i.e., students who have completed a Masters’ degree and students who are
pursuing final-year Master’s degree.
Students who have completed the Master’s degree and preparing for the UGC
NET exam must first start with the first year syllabus of Master’s degree
course. Before starting the preparation for the UGC NET exam, refer the UGC
NET Syllabus and divide the topics accordingly. For example, when you are
checking the syllabus, you may find the similar topics that you studied in the
first or second year Master’s degree course. Divide the topics accordingly and
start your preparation.
Division of Syllabus for UGC NET Preparation
It is always better to start preparation for UGC NET Paper-II first. The syllabus
of a subject in UGC NET exam is divided in the form of topics and subtopics.
The syllabus can be divided as follows -
Example 1 -
Name of the Subject Economics

Number of Units (Topics) 10

 Number of Sub-Topics in Each Unit 10 - 14 (Let us assume 14)

Total Number of Sub-Topics to Prepare 10 X 14 = 140

No. Of Sub-Topics that Can be Covered Per Day

Three
(Refer Day Wise Timetable Below)

No. Of Sub Topics that can be covered in a Week 3X5 = 15 (Three Sub Topics Per Day Mult
(Five Days - Monday to Friday) Five. So, 15 sub-topics can be covered in a

Sixth Day, i.e., Saturday Practice Test for the One Complete To
Example 2-
Name of the Subject English Literature

Number of Units (Topics) 15

Number of Sub-Topics in Each Unit 12 - 16 (Let us Assume 16)

Total Number of Sub-Topics to Prepare 15 X 16 = 240

No. Of Sub-Topics that Can be Covered Per Day

Three
(Refer Day Wise Timetable Below)

No. Of Sub Topics that can be covered in a Week 3X5 = 15 (Three Sub-Topics Per Day Mult
(Five Days - Monday to Friday) Five. So, 15 sub-topics can be covered in a

Sixth Day, i.e., Saturday Practice Test for the One Complete To
Note: - The above example is just to give an idea to students on the division of
syllabus, and the same varies from one subject to another.
Deep Knowledge of the Subject Necessary: One of the major advantages of
the long term preparation strategy for UGC NET exam is, you will have a
chance to obtain the deep knowledge of the subject. This aspect is very
important to crack the UGC NET exam in one go. The question paper of UGC
NET, specifically Paper II consists of various subject-specific questions, and the
difficulty level of the same will be high, as deeper aspects of the subjects are
covered.
Month-Wise Preparation Timetable & Study Plan for
UGC NET
The below examples will help you in framing a monthly preparation plan for
UGC NET exam preparation.
Example 1 -
Name of the Subject English

Total Number of Sub Topics to Cover 240

Time Left for the Exam One Year

 Total Number of Sub Topics Covered in a Week 15

Total Number of Sub Topics Covered in a Month 60

All Sub Topics Can be Covered in Five Months

Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Preparation for UGC NET Paper I

10th, 11th and 12th Month Revision

Example 2 -
Name of the Subject Public Administration

Total Number of Sub Topics to Cover 160

Time Left for the Exam Six Months

Total Number of Sub Topics Covered in a Week 20

Total Number of Sub Topics Covered in a Month 80

All Sub Topics Can be Covered in Four Months

Fifth and Sixth Month Preparation for UGC NET Paper I and Re

How Many Hours to Spend Per Day for UGC NET

Preparation?
The number of hours you spend for UGC NET exam preparation per day
completely depends on your daily routine. In long term preparation, one can
spend at least 8-10 hours per day for the preparation. However, it advisable to
not spend constant long hours for the exam preparation.This approach may
dilute your overall performance. If you are preparing 10 hours per day, divide
the number of hours accordingly.
Wake up early! It is a good approach in long term preparation. At least spend
three hours in the morning for understanding the concept. Note down the
important topics after reading a particular concept and scan all the important
points. Depending on the nature of the topic, you can complete at least one or
two topics in the morning session. Preparing for the exam in morning hours is
highly beneficial, as you study with a fresh mind. The below examples will help
you to divide the number of hours per day for exam preparation.
Example 1 (For Students who Wake Up Early in the Morning)
Total Number of Hours for Exam Preparation (Per
8 Hours
Day)

Morning Session (5:00 AM to 8:00 AM) Pick Up a Sub Topic from the main topic, R
 Understand it Completely, Note Down the I
Points and Scan all the Important Poin

8:00 AM to 10:00 AM Daily Routine Activities

Scan the Important Points Covered in Mo

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Session, Pick up another subtopic, note do
important points and scan all the importan

1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Rest/ Daily Routine Activities Etc

Scan the Important Points covered at 10:00

1:00 PM session and Pick up a new subtop
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
down the important points and scan all the i
points.

10:00 PM Sleep Early to Wake up Early in the Mo

Example 2 (For Students who Spend Tend to Do Nightout for Exam
Preparation)
Total Number of Hours for Exam Preparation (Per
8 Hours
Day)

Pick Up a Sub Topic from the main topic, R

Morning Session (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM) Understand it Completely, Note Down the I
Points and Scan all the Important Poin

1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Daily Routine Activities

Scan the Important Points Covered in Mo

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Session, Pick up another subtopic, note do
important points and scan all the importan

8:00 PM to 9:00 PM Dinner Break

Scan the Important Points Covered at 10:0

1:00 PM session and Pick up a new subtop
9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
down the important points and scan all the i
points.

UGC NET Coaching V/s UGC NET Self-Study

What should you choose for better UGC NET 2020 preparation?
UGC NET Coaching Institute UGC NETSelf-Study

It is a known fact that for any entrance examinatio

Coaching institutes are one of the best options study holds prime importance. Even if candidates d
for the students who wish to seek guidance for coaching institutes, they will have to study and p
from the experts and mentors. topics of the syllabus themselves before appearing
entrance examination.
 If candidates wish to self prepare for UGC NET, the
The coaching institutes keep constant vigilance
understand first how to prepare for UGC NET exam
on the student’s progress and help them to
with the help of books for UGC NET preparation, a
improve if they fall behind.
relevant UGC NET books and study materia

The coaching institutes provide revalent study Through self-study, candidates can easily revise w
material created with the help of experts to have studied for the entrance examination and p
wrap up the UGC NET syllabus well on time. questions on it.

Candidates can rely on the top coaching centres Self-study will help the candidates dedicate prope
or institutes of UGC NET to score well in the your studies and also abide by the strict guidelin
entrance examination. timelines while studying for the entrance exa