UGC NET Dec 2024 Exam Analysis; Check Jan 10, 2025 Question Papers Analysis for Shifts 1 & 2

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025 17:04 IST

The UGC NET 2024 Analysis for the exam conducted on January 10, 2025 is provided here for the December session for Shifts 1 & 2. Check below for UGC NET 2024 Dec exam day analysis, difficulty level, memory-based questions and answers, whether the paper is easy or tough, etc., based on the feedback received from the students.

UGC NET 2024 Jan 10 Exam Analysis: The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the December session exam on January 10, 2025 in two shifts. Check student reactions, difficulty level of the exam, memory-based questions and answers, etc. below based on the feedback received from the students'. Analysis plays a vital role in the preparation as it provides information about the difficulty level of the examination, the question paper, the topics asked in the exam, etc. Candidates can predict, regarding the cutoff, whether it will rise or drop. The UGC NET 2024 Syllabus consists of two parts: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 has 50 multiple-choice questions, and Paper 2 has 100 subject-specific questions. The UGC NET 2024 exam for December session started on January 3 and will end on January 27, 2025. Scroll down for detailed UGC NET 2024 exam analysis for January 10 based on the student reactions.

UGC NET 2024 Jan 10 Exam Analysis (Shift 2): Student Reactions & Topics Asked

As per the students'

Paper 1 was of moderate difficulty. Some of the questions asked were straightforward.

Paper 2 (Psychology) was moderate.

Q: What is the marking scheme of UGC NET 2024 December session exam?

The marking scheme of the UGC NET exam is provided below for the candidates. Following the marking scheme for the UGC NET exam, candidates can understand the exam pattern and prepare for the examination well. The marking scheme will also help the candidate to count the probable scores from the UGC NET provisional answer key that is released by the National Testing Agency (NTA):

a) For correct answer 2 marks are awarded

b) For incorrect answer there is no negative marking

c) Unanswered/marked for review: 0 (no marks given)

d) If a question is found to be incorrect/ambiguous or has multiple correct answers, only those candidates who have attempted the question and chosen one of the correct answers would be given the credit.

E) If a question is found to be incorrect and the Question is dropped, then two marks (+2) will be awarded to only those candidates who have attempted the question

Q: Does the difficulty level of the UGC NET question paper differ for different shifts?

The difficulty level of the UGC NET question paper may differ for different shifts or sessions. This is because the question paper is set by different experts for different shifts and they may vary in their interpretation of the syllabus and the difficulty level of the questions. However, the National Testing Agency NTA which conducts the UGC NET exam, takes steps to ensure that the overall difficulty level of the question paper is the same for all the shifts. This is done through a process of equating the scores of the candidates appearing in different shifts. Equating is a statistical process that is used to adjust the scores of the candidates taking into account the differences in the difficulty level of the question papers in different shifts. This ensures that the scores of the candidates are comparable and that no candidate is at a disadvantage due to the variation in the difficulty level of the question paper. In summary, while the difficulty level of the UGC NET question paper may differ for different shifts, the NTA takes steps to ensure that the overall difficulty level is the same. Candidates should focus on their preparation and not worry too much about the difficulty level of the question paper for their particular shift.

Q: Does normalisation happen in UGC NET?

Yes, the UGC NET follows the normalisation process to ensure fairness in the evaluation process. Basically, this process involves comparing the scores if aspirants who participate in the same examination but on different dates or in different sessions.

UGC NET 2024 Paper 1 Analysis (Shift 2, Jan 10)

Candidates can check below in detail about the Paper 1 analysis, questions, topics asked, weightage, etc. as per the students' review:

Section	Topics asked (Shift 2)	Difficulty Level (Shift 2)
Data Interpretation	Data Sources, Acquisition, Classification, Graphical Representation	Moderate
Communication	Types, Characteristics, Verbal & Non-verbal, Barriers, Mass-media, etc.	Easy
Logical Reasoning	Argument Forms, Categorical Propositions, Venn Diagrams, Analogies, etc.	Easy to Moderate
ICT	Abbreviations, Internet, E-mail, Digital Initiatives in Higher Ed, etc.	Easy
People and Environment	Development, Environmental Issues, Sustainable Development Goals, Impact of Pollutants	Moderate
Mathematics	Number Series, Letter Series, Codes, Time & Distance, Ratio, etc.	Moderate
Reading Comprehension	Passage questions were easy	Easy
Higher Education System	Evolution of Higher Learning, Institutions, Professional Education, Technical and Skill-based Education	Moderate
Teaching Aptitude	Teaching Concept, Objectives, Levels, Methods, Evaluation, CBCS in Higher Education	Easy to Moderate
Research Aptitude	Research Types, Characteristics, Positivism, ICT in Research, etc.	Easy to Moderate

UGC NET 2024 Paper 2 Shift 2 (Subject-Wise) Analysis Jan 10

Candidates can check below the table which provides the UGC NET 2024 Exam Analysis for Shift 2 of some subjects. It consists of the number of questions asked, difficulty level, student reactions, good attempts, etc.

Subjects	Number of Questions asked	Good Attempts	Overall Difficulty Level
Population Studies Some of the topics asked: Population Theories, Fertility, Mortality, and Migration, Population Growth and Composition, Urbanization, and Population Distribution, etc.	100	69 to 75	Easy to Moderate
Psychology Some of the topics asked: Research Methodology and Statistics, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Health Psychology, Psychometrics, etc.	100	74 to 80	Moderate
Anthropology Some of the topics asked: Culture and Society, Theories of Culture and Society, Political Anthropology, Religion and Ritual, Contemporary Issues, etc.	100	70 to 75	Easy to Moderate
Social Medicine & Community Health Some of the topics asked: Definition and Scope of Social Medicine, Public Health, Epidemiology, Measures of Disease Frequency, Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Diseases, Health Care Systems, etc.	100	70 to 76	Moderate
Tourism Administration, and Management Some of the topics asked: Concept and Definition of Tourism, Tourism Resources, Cultural and Heritage Resources, Tourism Planning, etc.	100	70 to 77	Moderate

UGC NET 2024 Jan 10 Exam Analysis (Shift 1): Student Reactions & Topics Asked

As per the students'

Paper 1 was Easy to Moderate. Good attempts: 39 to 43. Questions were repeated from previous years. RC was easy, based on language and direct questions were asked.

Paper 2 (History) exam was Moderate. match the following was asked, chronology questions asked, death dates, National movement questions were not asked much, etc.

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Topics asked in Paper 1 Shift 1 are mentioned below based on the students' feedback:

DI: Ratio

RC: Easy (Language)

HE: Commission (MTC)m Nalanda, Taxshila (two or three questions)

Logical" Sabhya Vichaar, Fallacy

PDE: Noise Pollution (Parameter), Soil ( 2 Quetions), In which part of the soil worms are present,

Maths: percentage, Aplhabet series,

UGC NET 2024 Paper 1 Analysis (Shift 1, Jan 10)

Q: How many question are asked in UGC NET Paper 2 exam?

UGC NET Paper-2 consists of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying 2 marks. The total marks for Paper-2 are 200. The questions in Paper-2 are based on the subject selected by the candidate. The UGC NET syllabus for Paper-2 is different for each subject, and the questions are designed to test the subject-specific knowledge and expertise of the candidate. The questions in Paper-2 are divided into two parts - Part A and Part B. Part A contains 10 questions, each carrying 2 marks, and is designed to test the reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness of the candidate. Part B contains 90 questions, each carrying 2 marks, and is based on the subject selected by the candidate. Candidates are required to attempt all the questions in Paper-2 within a duration of 3 hours. The questions in Paper-2 are designed to test the in-depth knowledge and understanding of the subject by the candidate. It is important to note that Paper-2 is a subject-specific paper, and candidates are expected to have a thorough understanding of the subject to score well in the exam. Therefore, candidates should prepare for Paper-2 as per the UGC NET syllabus for the subject they have chosen and practice solving the previous year's question papers to enhance their preparation and improve their chances of success in the exam.

Q: When should I start solving the UGC NET previous year's question paper?

It is advisable to start solving UGC NET question papers as part of your exam preparation at least 2-3 months before the exam date. This will give you sufficient time to practice and revise the concepts you have learned and develop a strategy for time management and improving your speed and accuracy. Solving UGC NET question papers should be a gradual process, starting with the easier questions and gradually moving towards the more difficult ones. You can also use the UGC NET question papers to identify the important topics and prioritize your preparation accordingly. It is important to solve the UGC NET question papers in a simulated environment, similar to the actual exam, to get a realistic experience. You should also time yourself while solving the question papers to improve your speed and accuracy and develop a strategy for managing time during the actual exam. Therefore, starting to solve UGC NET question papers early in your preparation and gradually increasing the difficulty level can help you to improve your chances of success in the exam.

Q: Why UGC NET previous year's question papers are important?

UGC NET previous year's question papers are important for several reasons: a) Get Familiar with Exam Pattern: Solving the previous year's question papers helps candidates to get familiar with the exam pattern, types of questions, and difficulty level of the exam. This can help them to prepare effectively and improve their chances of scoring well in the exam. B) Identify Important Topics: By solving the previous year's question papers, candidates can identify the important topics that are frequently asked in the exam. This can help them to prioritize their preparation and focus on the topics that are more likely to be asked in the exam. C) Boosts Confidence: Solving the previous year's question papers can help candidates to build confidence and reduce exam anxiety. It can also help them to develop a strategy for time management and improve their speed and accuracy in solving the questions. D) Practice and Revision: Solving the previous year's question papers can help candidates to practice and revise the concepts they have learned. This can help them to reinforce their understanding of the subject and identify areas where they need to improve. E) Evaluate Performance: By solving the previous year's question papers, candidates can evaluate their performance and identify their strengths and weaknesses. This can help them to make necessary improvements and prepare better for the exam. Therefore, solving UGC NET previous year's question papers is an important part of the exam preparation strategy and can help candidates to score well in the exam.

Q: Can I take the UGC NET question paper home after the exam?

No, candidates are not allowed to take the UGC NET question paper or any other exam-related material outside the examination hall after the Computer Based Test (CBT) is over. The UGC NET question paper is the property of the National Testing Agency NTA and it is not meant to be shared or circulated. However, candidates are allowed to take a printout of the questions and their responses which is released by the NTA along with the provisional answer key. The 'Response Sheet', contains the questions that were asked in the exam along with the responses marked by the candidate. The Response Sheet can be used by the candidates to evaluate their performance and identify their mistakes. Candidates are advised to keep the Response Sheet safe for future reference. It is also important to note that the original response sheet remains with the NTA and it is used for the purpose of evaluation and preparation of the result. Therefore, candidates should not attempt to take the UGC NET question paper or any other exam-related material outside the examination hall to avoid any disqualification or other consequences.

Q: How many questions are asked in UGC NET Paper 1 exam?

UGC NET Paper-1 consists of 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs), each carrying 2 marks. The total marks for Paper-1 are 100. The questions in Paper-1 are designed to test the teaching and research aptitude, reasoning ability, comprehension, divergent thinking, and general awareness of the candidate. The questions in Paper-1 are divided into ten sections, with each section containing five questions. The sections cover various topics such as teaching aptitude, research aptitude, reading comprehension, communication, reasoning, data interpretation, information and communication technology, people and environment, higher education system, and governance, polity, and administration. It is important to note that Paper-1 is a common paper that is mandatory for all candidates appearing for the UGC NET exam, irrespective of their subject or discipline. The Paper-1 score is used to determine the eligibility of the candidate for the post of Assistant Professor and for awarding Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) to eligible candidates.

Candidates can check below in detail about the Paper 1 analysis, questions, topics asked, weightage, etc. as per the students' review:

Section	Topics asked (Shift 1)	Difficulty Level (Shift 1)
Data Interpretation	Ratio based	Easy
Communication	Group communication, grapevine theory	Easy to Moderate
Logical Reasoning	Sabhay Vichar, Fallacy, India Logic, Mood & Figure, Samparekshan	Easy to Moderate
ICT	CPU, RAM, ROM, Harddisc, Video conferencing	Easy
People and Environment	Noise Pollution, worms in soil, RIO Summit 1992, Biodiversity, Bio mass	Easy to Moderate
Mathematics	Coding Decoding, Average Speed, Profit Uncome expenditure, Alphabetic series, Number series	Moderate
Reading Comprehension	It was easy	Easy
Higher Education System	Nalanda, Takshila, Commission (Match the following), NEP 2020, Banasthali Vidhyapeeth, Biddhist educational institutions, Vedic Education	Moderate
Teaching Aptitude	Teaching Learning Process, Meta Cognition, Semantic and Episodic memory, Cognitive Theory	Easy
Research Aptitude	Qualitative and Quantitative Research, Parametric Test, Research Ethics, Population Parameter	Easy

UGC NET 2024 Paper 2 Shift 1 (History) Analysis Jan 10

Candidates can check below the questions, topics asked in the examination held on Jan 10, 2025.

Topics/Questions asked

Difficulty level

Passage comprehension Questions: IVC and Medicine (direct answers were not in the passage)
Death Date: Sikh Gurus/Peshwas (different question) (Match the following)
Chronology questions: Modern India college establishment
Megalithic question: Dolmen, Pit, Potholes
Who drafted the Objective Resolution?
Name of the ruler who ruled from 1296 to 1316
Which of the following is Neolithic site?
One liner question on Bodhisatva of compassion
Teracotta models of Plough found where
Arrange Mahajanpadas from North to South
One Question asked on Bhaktiyar Khilji
Siri Foundation
Major Rock Edit II
Who shifted capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?
Mughal Architecture/Delhi Sultanate (3 questions asked)
Historiography questions asked more: Footnotes, Imaginary history, Post modernism, etc.
Peasants Revolts Chronology Question
Official secret act
Books and authors based questions asked, it was difficult like Kapurmanjli as written by, etc.
Pala dynasty chronology
Decline of Harappa Historiography question
Chola question
Tilak Chronology question regarding Ganpati festival, Shivaji Festival, Chapekar Brothers, Abhinav Bharat
Sangam Age Chronology Questions, Rulers question asked
Mughal Women Question
Which Viceroy added law members?
Dynasty Kalachuri Chola annexation
Which of the following book is not written by W.H Moreland?
Mansabdari Statement question
Who are graduates of Calcutta University?
Railways Multi Statement question
Anandmath Publication year
Land Revenue Statement based question
Important Sanskars Chronology
Ports based question
Gupta Temples
Match the following based question on sites
Von Ronke Question
Sufis: Places associated
1857 question on books
1857 statement based question
Why Babar won the battle of Panipat?
Who was the visitor of Hindu College Calcutta?
Question related to Law commission
Painters in the Jahangir time period
Lot of medieval terms were asked
Second passage was on Fa Hein, Medical facility
Dhar committee
Morle Minot Reform Act
Government of India Act
Which Jain Tirthankara compared to Krishna?
Gana Sanga Question, etc.

Moderate

Check UGC NET 2024 January 10 Exam Schedule

Candidates can check below the shift-wise Exam schedule for January 10, 2025.

Date of Exam	SHIFT – 1 (09:00 AM to 12:00 PM)		SHIFT – 2 (03:00 PM to 06:00 PM)
Date of Exam	Subject Code	Subject Name	Subject Code	Subject Name
10 January 2025	006	History	011	Defence and Strategic Studies
	083	Pali	015	Population Studies
	091	Prakrit	031	Linguistics
	094	Bodo	004	Psychology
			007	Anthropology
			079	Visual Art (including Drawing & Painting/Sculpture Graphics/Applied Art/History of Art)
			081	Social Medicine & Community Health
			082	Forensic Science
			093	Tourism Administration and Management.

UGC NET Exam Pattern 2024

Take a look at the detailed UGC NET exam pattern 2024 below.

UGC NET Paper	Number of Questions	Marks
Paper 1	50	100
Paper 2	100	200
Total	150	300

UGC NET 2024 Dec Paper 1 Syllabus

The UGC NET Paper 1 syllabus has been given below for the candidates who are willing to appear for the UGC NET exam. Paper 1 comprises 50 questions from 10 units that hold a total weightage of 100 marks:

Teaching Aptitude
Research Aptitude
Comprehension
Communication
Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
Logical Reasoning
Data Interpretation
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
People, Development, and Environment
Higher Education System

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