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UGC-NET (National Eligibility Test) - Eligibility for Assistant Professor

National Testing Agency (NTA), for the University Grants Commission (UGC)
Eligibility test for Assistant Professor recruitment (computer-based)

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About This Exam

Government & Recruitment Exams After Post-Graduation
Conducted byNational Testing Agency (NTA), for the University Grants Commission (UGC)
Exam typeEligibility test for Assistant Professor recruitment (computer-based)
FieldTeaching
Who can applyA master's degree or equivalent from a recognised institution in a listed subject, with at least 55% marks (50% for OBC non-creamy layer, SC, ST, PwD and third gender). Final-year students may apply and must pass within two years of the result.
Age / classThere is no upper age limit for the Assistant Professor eligibility category. An age limit applies only to the Junior Research Fellowship category.
StagesOne computer-based test with two objective sections: teaching and research aptitude, and the candidate's chosen subject.
What it leads toEligibility to be appointed as an Assistant Professor in Indian universities and colleges. The same test also serves JRF award and Ph.D. admission.
RecognitionGovernment

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Details checked against official sources on 25 Sep 2026. Always confirm against the current official notification before applying. [1] [2]

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