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NTA UGC notification 2022
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG for MBBS, AYUSH, nursing and veterinary programmes is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). NEET-UG, India’s single largest undergraduate medical admission test, is a pen-and-paper offline exam. The NEET 2022 registration date will be announced at the earliest. The candidates can get all the details about the NEET-UG examination via NEET notifications.
NEET UG 2022 Important Dates
NEET UG 2022 Event details | Tentative schedule |
Application form release date | To be announced |
Last date to fill the application form | To be announced |
Last date to pay the fee amount | To be announced |
Form correction window | To be announced |
NEET UG 2022 Examination schedule | May, 2022 |
NEET UG 2022 Results declaration | June 2022 |
Note: The dates are tentative, and will be confirmed only when the official NEET UG notification is released.
Exam Highlights
Aspirants must be aware of the following details regarding NEET UG exam before appearing for the examination:
- The exam takes place in pen-paper offline mode. Candidates have to attempt 180 questions.
- The total duration of the examination is 3 hours.
- The test takes place in 13 different languages – Hindi, English, Punjabi, Telugu, Urdu, Odia, Marathi, Tamil, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali and Assamese.
- For every correct answer, the candidate will be awarded 4 marks and 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
NEET UG 2022 application/registration procedure
The NEET 2022 application process will be entirely online. Applicants have to visit the official website neet.nta.nic.in and follow the below mentioned process:
- Check out the official NEET 2022 website.
- Select the tab that corresponds to the application form.
- Generate login credentials – an application number and password. Then follow the directions and enrol using personal information such as your name, contact information and password.
- Log in and fill out the application form with the accurate information and upload scanned copies of the required documents.
- Pay the application cost via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI. Payment can also be made through offline mode.
- A confirmation page will appear on the screen. Take a printout for future reference.
NEET UG Examination Pattern
The NEET UG test format underwent several changes in 2021. While the overall time, style and marking scheme remained the same, other essential aspects of the exam, such as the maximum series of questions, number of questions to be attempted and the section layout were altered. The new NEET examination pattern is shown in the table below.
Subject title | Number of questions | Total marks |
Physics Section A | 35 | 140 |
Physics Section B | 15 | 40 |
Chemistry Section A | 35 | 140 |
Chemistry Section B | 15 | 40 |
Botany Section A | 35 | 140 |
Botany Section B | 15 | 40 |
Zoology Section A | 35 | 140 |
Zoology Section B | 15 | 40 |
NEET UG 2022 Application fees
Candidates will have to pay the application fees to register for NEET UG 2022 exam. The amount is mentioned below:
Category | Exam fee |
General Category/OBC | Rs. 1500 |
General-EWS/ OBC-Non Creamy Layer | Rs. 1400 |
PH, SC, ST | Rs. 800 |
Candidates can take a look at the official website for more clarity.
UGC NET English Syllabus
The UGC NET exam is a national-level exam that is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The syllabus consists of two papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 is common for all subjects and tests the general aptitude of the candidates in teaching, research, comprehension, and awareness. Paper 2 is specific to English and covers 10 units of topics spread across various sections of English.UGC NET English Syllabus Paper 1
The UGC Net English Syllabus Paper 1 is the general paper on teaching and research aptitude that is common for all candidates. Paper 1 has 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that carry two marks each. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. Paper 1 tests the candidates’ cognitive abilities, such as comprehension, analysis, evaluation, argumentation, and reasoning. The paper 1 syllabus covers topics such as –- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Aptitude
- Reading Comprehension
- Communication
- Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Interpretation
- Information and Communication Technology
- People and Environment
- Higher Education System: Governance, Polity, and Administration
UGC NET English Syllabus Paper 2
The UGC Net English Syllabus Paper 2 is the subject-specific paper that tests the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of English literature and language. Paper 2 has 100 multiple-choice questions that carry two marks each. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. Paper 2 is based on the syllabus prescribed by the UGC for various subjects. The paper 2 syllabus covers topics such as –- Drama
- Poetry
- Fiction and Short Story
- Non-Fiction Prose
- Language: Basic Concepts, theories and Pedagogy, English in Use
- English in India: history, evolution, and Future
- Cultural Studies
- Literary Criticism
- Literary Theory Post World War II
- Research Methods and Materials in English
Watch the Video: UGC NET English Syllabus in Detail
How to prepare for the UGC NET English Exam?
Here are some tips to prepare for the UGC NET English Exam –
- Know the syllabus and exam pattern of UGC NET English and plan your study accordingly. Focus on the topics that have more weightage and are frequently asked in the exam
- Read and revise the English literature, language teaching, and linguistics concepts thoroughly. Refer to the standard books and study materials for UGC NET English.
- Practice solving previous year’s papers and mock tests to improve your speed, accuracy, and time management skills. Analyze your performance and work on your weak areas
Top Recommended Books for UGC NET English Syllabus 2023
For comprehensive coverage of the UGC NET English Syllabus, consider these suggested books. Also, explore recommended books for other sections of the UGC NET exam.
UGC NET/SET(JRF & LS) English Literature | Arihant Experts |
UGC NET English (Paper 2) Exam Guide | H.S. Bhatia |
UGC NET English Guide | RPH Editorial Board |
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