What is the UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) exam pattern?

University Grants Commission — National Eligibility Test contains 150 questions across 2 sections: Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q), Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 72 seconds per question).

Does UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) have negative marking?

No — UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 2 marks, so attempt every question.

How is UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) scored?

Scaled score range: 0 to 300. UGC NET (out of 300).

How can I practise UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) online for free?

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What is the difficulty level of UGC NET (Paper 1 + General)?

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. NTA · Paper 1 (50 Q · 10-unit General Aptitude) + a general-studies Paper 2 (100 Q). 3h. For subject-specific Paper 2, choose your subject exam (e.g. UGC NET — Computer Science). · Official language: English & Hindi.

How long is the UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) exam?

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) runs for 180 minutes total across 2 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.

What topics are covered in UGC NET (Paper 1 + General)?

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is split into: Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q), Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. NTA · Paper 1 (50 Q · 10-unit General Aptitude) + a general-studies Paper 2 (100 Q). 3h. For subject-specific Paper 2, choose your subject exam (e.g. UGC NET — Computer Science). · Official language: English & Hindi.

Is the UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) test adaptive?

No — UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.

How many UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?

Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options. That's 7500 unique practice questions you can attempt, all in the real test-day interface, free to start.

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) (University Grants Commission — National Eligibility Test) — Free Online Mock Test

NTA · Paper 1 (50 Q · 10-unit General Aptitude) + a general-studies Paper 2 (100 Q). 3h. For subject-specific Paper 2, choose your subject exam (e.g. UGC NET — Computer Science). · Official language: English & Hindi.

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UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) exam at a glance

150

Questions

180

Minutes total

Sections

Variants

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) section breakdown

The UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q)

50 questions · 60 minutes · ~72 sec/question
Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q)

100 questions · 120 minutes · ~72 sec/question

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) scoring & marking scheme

Per correct answer

Per wrong answer

Per blank / skipped

0–300

Scaled score range

Strategy: UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: UGC NET (out of 300).

How UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is conducted

Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) time strategy

With 150 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 72 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q)
Target ~72 sec/question. If a question takes more than 108 seconds, mark for review and move on.

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of UGC NET (Paper 1 + General), the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q)

Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude · 6
Paper 1 · Research Aptitude · 6
Paper 1 · Communication · 5
Paper 1 · ICT · 5
Paper 1 · People, Development & Environment · 5
Paper 1 · Higher Education System · 5
Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
Reasoning — Ranking · 2

Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q)

Indian Polity · 20
Indian History · 20
Indian Geography · 15
Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 15
Science & Technology 2023-2025 · 15
Biology — Fundamentals · 7
Physics — Energy · 2
Physics — Circular Motion · 2

Sample UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) questions

A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.

Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q) · Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude

Q1. The Socratic method of teaching relies primarily on:

Why: Correct answer: D — Asking probing questions to draw out ideas. Topic: Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude.

Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q) · Indian Polity

Q2. Article 21 of the Constitution provides for:

Why: Correct answer: D — Right to life and personal liberty. Topic: Indian Polity.

Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q) · Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude

Q3. Which factor is a "teacher-related" factor in effective teaching?

Why: Correct answer: A — Mastery of subject and communication skill. Topic: Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude.

Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q) · Indian Polity

Q4. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar called which article the "Heart and Soul of the Constitution":

Why: Correct answer: A — Article 32 — Right to Constitutional Remedies. Topic: Indian Polity.

Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q) · Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude

Q5. Andragogy refers to:

Why: Correct answer: B — The methods and principles of teaching adult learners. Topic: Paper 1 · Teaching Aptitude.

Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q) · Indian Polity

Q6. Article 32 empowers the Supreme Court to issue:

Why: Correct answer: B — Five writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto). Topic: Indian Polity.

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UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) difficulty calibration

Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.

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50 distinct variants
7500 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
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Spaced repetition (Notebook)
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Frequently asked questions

What is the UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) exam pattern?: University Grants Commission — National Eligibility Test contains 150 questions across 2 sections: Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q), Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 72 seconds per question).
Does UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) have negative marking?: No — UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 2 marks, so attempt every question.
How is UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) scored?: Scaled score range: 0 to 300. UGC NET (out of 300).
How can I practise UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) online for free?: Wrexa Edge offers free full-length UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) mock tests with instant scoring, detailed explanations, and 50 distinct variants. Sign up for free at Wrexa Edge and start practising in under a minute — no card required.
What is the difficulty level of UGC NET (Paper 1 + General)?: UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. NTA · Paper 1 (50 Q · 10-unit General Aptitude) + a general-studies Paper 2 (100 Q). 3h. For subject-specific Paper 2, choose your subject exam (e.g. UGC NET — Computer Science). · Official language: English & Hindi.
How long is the UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) exam?: UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) runs for 180 minutes total across 2 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
What topics are covered in UGC NET (Paper 1 + General)?: UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is split into: Paper 1 — General Aptitude (50 Q), Paper 2 — General Studies (100 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. NTA · Paper 1 (50 Q · 10-unit General Aptitude) + a general-studies Paper 2 (100 Q). 3h. For subject-specific Paper 2, choose your subject exam (e.g. UGC NET — Computer Science). · Official language: English & Hindi.
What tools or aids are allowed during UGC NET (Paper 1 + General)?: No special tools are required.
Is the UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) test adaptive?: No — UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
How many UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?: Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct UGC NET (Paper 1 + General) variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options. That's 7500 unique practice questions you can attempt, all in the real test-day interface, free to start.

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