UGC NET June Cycle exam is going to be held between June 13 to 22, 2023 Candidates need to follow the guidelines notified by the NTA at the UGC NET exam centres 2023. Check below the UGC NET exam day instructions and rules.
UGC NET 2023 Exam day Guidelines
National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the UGC NET June Cycle Phase 1 exam from June 13 to 17, 2023. The NTA UGC NET exam will be held online in various exam centres across 541 cities in India. The exam will be conducted in two shifts every day. The first shift is from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and the second shift is from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. The NTA makes the proper arrangements at the UGC NET exam centres 2023 for the smooth conduct of the exam.
Candidates need to follow a few exam day instructions and guidelines at the centres on the day of the UGC NET 2023 examination. Read further to know the UGC NET exam day instructions 2023 that candidates must abide by to avoid any chances of disqualification during the paper. Apart from the guidelines mentioned below, candidates must go through the instructions that are given on the UGC NET admit card 2023 carefully before going to appear for the exam.
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UGC NET Exam Day Instructions 2023
The UGC NET exam day guidelines and instructions 2023 include things and documents that are required to be carried to the exam centres, dress code to be followed by candidates, safety measures and do's and don'ts for the candidates. Check the detailed guidelines below:
UGC NET 2023: Important Documents & Things to Carry
Documents and things that candidates must carry to the allotted UGC NET exam centre 2023 are mentioned below:
- UGC NET admit card: Candidates can download the UGC NET admit card 2023 from the official website of the exam using their registration ID and date of birth.
- One passport size photograph: Candidates need to carry one passport size photograph same as uploaded on the UGC NET application form 2023 for pasting on the attendance sheet.
- Photo ID proof: Candidates must also carry a valid and original photo ID proof to the test centre. It may be noted that photocopies of the IDs even if attested or on mobile phones will not be considered. Documents that candidates can carry as the ID proof are PAN Card/ Driving License/ Voter ID/ Passport/ Aadhaar Card (with photograph)/ Aadhaar Enrolment No/ Ration Card
- PwD certificate: If applicable, candidates must carry their PwD certificate issued by the competent authority
UGC NET 2023: Dress Code & Things NOT to Carry
Check out the things that are not allowed and attire that candidates must not wear inside the UGC NET test centre:
Q: Â When was the UGC NET June 2024 notification be released?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the UGC NET notification for the June cycle 2024 on April 20, 2024. The NTA NET notification was released as a PDF that comprises the details of the UGC NET June cycle like application dates, syllabus, eligibility, and more. The steps to download the notification are given below:
- Go to the official website: ugcnet.nta.ac.in
- Click on the UGC NET June Notification 2024 link
- The UGC NET notification PDF will appear on the screen
- Download the PDF and save it for later use
Q: Â What is the release date of UGC NET December Notification 2024?
The UGC NET notification for the December 2024 cycle was released along with the application form on November 19, 2024. The UGC NET December 2024 notification released in the form of PDF that comprises the details of the application dates, appllication fee and more. The UGC NET notification is accessible on the official webiste. The candidates can download the official notification by following the steps given below:
- Go to the official website
- Click on the UGC NET December Cycle 2024 notification link
- The UGC NET December Cycle notification PDF will appear on the screen
- Download the UGC NET December notification and save it for later use
The candidates preparing for the UGC NET exam are advised to regulary visit the Shiksha for the latest updates and notification related to the UGC NET exam.
Q: Â What is the exam shift timing for UGC NET exam?
The UGC NET exam is conducted in two shifts morning and evening. The NTA (National Testing Agency) provides 541 exam centres across India in several districts for the candidates. The exam shift timing of the UGC NET 2024 exam is as follows: a) First Shift - 9.00 am to 12.00 pm b) Second Shift: 3.00 pm to 6.00 pm The candidates are advised to report to the exam centre 30 minutes before the GATE closing time to avoid any mishap at the exam centre. At the exa centre the candidates can bring a transparent water bottle, and ballpoint pen along with two photographs and photo identity proof.
- Attire: Candidates should not wear shoes or footwear with thick soles. Also, candidates must not wear clothes with large buttons to the test centre.
- Personal belongings: Candidates should not carry any personal belongings such as mobile phones, purses or electronic devices such as calculators inside the test centre. Exam authority will not be responsible for the safe keep of the personal belongings of candidates.
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UGC NET 2023: Reporting Time & Exam Day Instructions
Check important exam day instructions that candidates must abide by to avoid disqualification in the paper below:
- Candidates must reach the test centre as per the reporting time mentioned on the admit card;
- Candidates should read the instructions on the admit card carefully and follow them during the exam.
- No candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall without the admit card and photo ID proof.
- Candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre after 8.30 am in the first shift and after 2.30 pm in the second shift.
- Candidates should report at the exam room at the centres by 8.45 am in the first shift and by 2.45 pm in the second shift.
- Candidates must not leave the UGC NET exam hall before the paper ends.
- On completion of the paper, candidates must wait for the instructions from the invigilator and must not right away get up from their seat to leave the exam hall.
- Candidates wearing special attire such as burqa, hijab, turban, etc. must reach the exam centre early for thorough checking.
- Candidates should sit on the seat indicating their roll numbers only. The candidature will stand cancelled if candidates change their room or seat on their own.
- Candidates must ensure that the UGC NET question paper 2023 available on the computer is as per their opted subject. In case otherwise, candidates must bring the same to the notice of the invigilator.
- Calculations and rough work are to be done only in the rough sheet provided at the centres.
- No candidate should involve in any unfair practices during the exam.
UGC NET 2023: COVID-19 Guidelines & Safety Measures at Exam Centres
Check out the safety measures taken by NTA at all the UGC NET exam centres with respect to COVID-19 below:
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- All social distancing guidelines laid out by the Government of India will be followed at the test centre
- Before the start of each shift of the exam, the complete seating area including, the monitor, keyboard, mouse, webcam, desk, chair, etc. will be thoroughly sanitized
- There will be a significant gap between two seats inside the exam hall
- Hand sanitisers will be present at the entry and inside the test centre at various places for both candidates and the staff
- At the entry, admit cards of the candidates will be scanned through barcode readers
- At the time of entry, the body temperature of candidates will be checked using thermo guns
- Candidates violating COVID-19 directives/advisories by the Government of India will not be allowed to sit for the paper
- Candidates must paste a passport-size photograph and sign on the attendance sheet after sanitizing their hands with the sanitiser
- At the completion of the exam, candidates will be allowed to leave the test centre in an orderly manner one candidate at a time
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Q: Â What are the exam day guideline for UGC NET?
The candidates who are going to appear for the UGC NET 2024 exam must check the exam day guidelines:
- Candidates must reach the test centre as per the reporting time mentioned on the admit card;
- Candidates should read the instructions on the admit card carefully and follow them during the exam.
- No candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall without the admit card and photo ID proof.
- Candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam centre after 9.00 am in the first shift and after 2.30 pm in the second shift.
- Candidates should report at the exam room at the centres by 9.15 am in the first shift and by 2.45 pm in the second shift.
- Candidates must not leave the UGC NET exam hall before the paper ends.
- On completion of the paper, candidates must wait for the instructions from the invigilator and must not right away get up from their seat to leave the exam hall.
- Candidates wearing special attire such as burqa, hijab, turban, etc. must reach the exam centre early for thorough checking.
- Candidates should sit on the seat indicating their roll numbers only. The candidature will stand cancelled if candidates change their room or seat on their own.
- Candidates must ensure that the UGC NET question paper 2023 available on the computer is as per their opted subject. In case otherwise, candidates must bring the same to the notice of the invigilator.
- Calculations and rough work are to be done only in the rough sheet provided at the centres.
- No candidate should involve in any unfair practices during the exam.
Q: Â Is there any dress code for UGC NET exam?
There is no recommended dress code by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and Univeristy Grants Commission (UGC) in order to appear for the UGC NET. However, the candidates takig the exam are advised to do the following thing before appearing for the exam:
- Attire: Candidates should not wear shoes or footwear with thick soles. Also, candidates must not wear clothes with large buttons to the test centre.
- Personal belongings: Candidates should not carry any personal belongings such as mobile phones, purses or electronic devices such as calculators inside the test centre. Exam authority will not be responsible for the safe keep of the personal belongings of candidates.
Q: Â What are the documents need to be carried on the UGC NET exam day?
The candidates have to carry the enlisted documents to exam centre inorder to appear for the UGC NET exam. Documents and things that candidates must carry to the allotted UGC NET exam centre 202) are mentioned below:
- UGC NET admit card: Candidates can download the UGC NET admit card 2024 from the official website of the exam using their registration ID and date of birth.
- One passport size photograph: Candidates need to carry one passport size photograph same as uploaded on the UGC NET application form 2024 for pasting on the attendance sheet.
- Photo ID proof: Candidates must also carry a valid and original photo ID proof to the test centre. It may be noted that photocopies of the IDs even if attested or on mobile phones will not be considered. Documents that candidates can carry as the ID proof are PAN Card/ Driving License/ Voter ID/ Passport/ Aadhaar Card (with photograph)/ Aadhaar Enrolment No/ Ration Card
Q: Â What if I reach the UGC NET exam centre after exam begins?
Q: Â At what time should I report at the UGC NET exam centre?
The reporting time for the UGC NET exam varies depending on the shift and the exam center allotted to you. The exam is conducted in two shifts: the first shift starts at 9:00 AM and the second shift starts at 3:00 PM. Candidates are advised to reach the exam center at least one hour before the start of the exam. This is to ensure that you have enough time for the verification process and to avoid any last-minute rush or delays. The reporting time mentioned on your UGC NET admit card is the time by which you should reach the exam center. It is important to note that candidates who report late may not be allowed to enter the exam center, and will be disqualified from the exam. Therefore, it is advisable to plan your travel in advance and reach the exam center well before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card to avoid any last-minute issues or delays. Also, make sure to carry all the required documents, including your UGC NET admit card and a valid photo ID proof, to the exam center for verification purposes.
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