Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the UGC NET JRF in Yoga is the official gateway to securing a monthly PhD research fellowship and qualifying for Assistant Professor positions across premier universities.
The examination comprises two computer-based papers: Paper I assesses General Teaching & Research Aptitude, while Paper II covers core Yoga discipline topics comprehensively.
Requires a Master’s degree in Yoga with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Candidates up to 30 years of age are eligible to apply for the JRF fellowship.
Qualifying candidates receive a substantial monthly research fellowship of ₹37,000 to support their doctoral PhD studies and academic career path.
The National Testing Agency conducts the UGC NET exam twice every year (June & December cycles) in a single continuous session of 180 minutes without any intermission.
| Paper | Subject & Scope | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration & Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I |
General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude
Assesses teaching skills, research ethics, reading comprehension, reasoning, ICT, and higher education governance. |
50 MCQs | 100 Marks |
3 Hours (180 Minutes) Continuous session with no break between Paper 1 and Paper 2. |
| Paper II |
Yoga (Subject Code: 100)
Exhaustive coverage of Yoga scriptures, Patanjali Yoga Sutra, Hatha Yoga, human anatomy, therapy, and research pedagogy. |
100 MCQs | 200 Marks | |
| Total | Both Papers Combined | 150 Questions | 300 Marks | No Negative Marking |
Each correct question awards two marks across both papers.
No penalty for incorrect or unattempted responses.
Instant language switch option available on computer screens.
Conducted regularly in June and December cycles by NTA.
The National Testing Agency sets specific educational criteria for candidates aspiring to enter academic research or secure Assistant Professorships across Indian universities.
Candidates who are in the final year or awaiting results of their Master’s degree (M.Sc / M.A. in Yoga or equivalent) are provisionally eligible to write the exam.
| Role | Age Limit | Relaxations |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Up to 30 Years | 5 years relaxation for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, and all women candidates. |
| Assistant Professor Eligibility | No Upper Age Limit | Candidates of any age holding requisite Master's degree can qualify. |
Cracking JRF relieves financial pressure during doctoral studies. Government funding guarantees continuous monthly stipends throughout your research.
Junior Research Fellowship awarded to enrolled PhD research scholars during initial coursework and topic finalization.
Upon successful performance evaluation by the departmental research committee, JRF is upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship.
House Rent Allowance up to 27% based on city categorization, plus annual contingency grant for books, journals, and field work.
We provide everything required for guaranteed exam success: updated syllabus materials, handwritten digital notes, topic-wise mock tests, and direct expert mentorship throughout your journey.
NET (National Eligibility Test) certifies eligibility for Assistant Professor jobs in Indian colleges and universities. JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) is awarded to the top percentile scorers of the NET exam, providing a monthly stipend (₹37,000/month) while pursuing doctoral research (PhD).
No, there is absolutely zero negative marking in the UGC NET exam. Candidates are encouraged to attempt all 150 questions across Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Yes, hundreds of students guided by Dr. Surya Prakash have cracked NET JRF in their very first attempt. Consistent study, mastery of authentic scriptures (Patanjali Yoga Sutras and Hatha texts), and solving previous year question papers ensure first-attempt success.
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