The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the re-conduct of the UGC-NET examinations for English, Sociology and Commerce following multiple complaints from candidates regarding errors in the question papers.
According to the NTA, candidates appearing for English and Commerce will have to take the examination again on September 9, while the Sociology re-examination will be held on September 10.
Why Are the Exams Being Re-Conducted?
The decision follows complaints from candidates who reportedly raised concerns about errors in the question papers for the three subjects. The NTA decision to conduct fresh examinations provides affected candidates with another opportunity to appear for the test.
The re-examination is limited to the three subjects mentioned by the testing agency, rather than the entire UGC-NET examination.
UGC-NET Exam Covers 87 Subjects
The UGC-NET examination is conducted for eligibility related to Assistant Professor positions and Junior Research Fellowships (JRF), as well as for PhD admissions.
During the latest examination cycle, the NTA conducted UGC-NET tests in 87 subjects during the last week of June.
The examination is therefore significant for thousands of candidates seeking academic and research opportunities across universities and higher-education institutions.
Fresh Exam Dates Announced
Candidates appearing for the affected subjects will now need to prepare for the newly announced examination dates-
English- September 9
Commerce- September 9
Sociology- September 10
The re-conduct means candidates in these subjects will have to appear for a fresh examination rather than relying on their earlier question paper.
Another Examination Challenge for Candidates
While the re-examination is intended to address concerns raised over the question paper, it also means additional preparation and logistical arrangements for affected candidate.
For students who had already completed the examination, the fresh test could bring additional pressure, particularly for those who had moved on to preparing for subsequent academic or professional commitment.
Key Takeaway
The NTA will re-conduct UGC-NET examinations for English and Commerce on September 9 and Sociology on September 10 after candidates complained about errors in the respective question papers. The UGC-NET examination is conducted across 87 subjects for Assistant Professor and JRF eligibility and PhD admission.