Monday, 10 March 2025

UGC NET General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude)

  • Paper 1: General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (100 marks, 50 questions)

    • 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    • Each question carries 2 marks

    • Negative marking: No

    • Topics: Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Comprehension, Communication, Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), People, Development & Environment, Higher Education System.

  • Paper 2: Subject Specific (200 marks, 100 questions)

    • 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    • Each question carries 2 marks

    • Negative marking: No

    • Topics: Varies by subject. For History, it would cover areas like Ancient, Medieval, Modern Indian History, World History, Historiography, etc.

II. Example Questions (Paper 1 - General Paper)

A. Teaching Aptitude:

  1. Which of the following is the most important quality of a good teacher?
    (a) Punctuality and sincerity
    (b) Content mastery
    (c) Effective communication skills
    (d) Concern for students' welfare

  2. The primary responsibility for a teacher's adjustment lies with:
    (a) The child
    (b) The principal
    (c) The teacher himself/herself
    (d) The community

  3. Which level of teaching is considered thoughtfull teaching
    (a) Memory Level
    (b) Understanding Level
    (c) Reflective Level
    (d) Autonomous Development Level

B. Research Aptitude:

  1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?
    (a) Systematic
    (b) Objective
    (c) Subjective
    (d) Empirical

  2. A hypothesis is a:
    (a) Certain law
    (b) Tentative statement
    (c) Fact
    (d) Theory

  3. What is the main aim of interdisciplinary research?
    (a) To over simplify the problem of research
    (b) To bring out a holistic approach to research
    (c) To reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain
    (d) To create a new trend in research methodology

C. Comprehension: (Provide a short passage and ask questions based on it)

Passage: "The digital age has brought unprecedented access to information, but it has also created challenges for critical thinking. The constant bombardment of news, opinions, and data requires individuals to be discerning consumers of information. Evaluating sources, identifying biases, and understanding logical fallacies are essential skills in navigating the digital landscape. Educational institutions have a crucial role to play in fostering these skills among students."

  1. What is the main point of the passage?
    (a) The digital age provides unlimited access to information.
    (b) Critical thinking is no longer important in the digital age.
    (c) The digital age presents challenges to critical thinking.
    (d) Educational institutions are failing to teach critical thinking.

  2. According to the passage, what is an essential skill in navigating the digital landscape?
    (a) Memorizing facts
    (b) Accepting all information as true
    (c) Evaluating sources
    (d) Ignoring opinions

D. Communication:

  1. Which of the following is a barrier to effective communication?
    (a) Active listening
    (b) Clarity of message
    (c) Noise
    (d) Feedback

  2. Grapevine communication is
    (a) Formal Communication
    (b) Informal Communication
    (c) Written Communication
    (d) Verbal Communication

E. Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude:

  1. If the cost price of 10 articles is equal to the selling price of 8 articles, then the gain percent is:
    (a) 20%
    (b) 25%
    (c) 30%
    (d) 35%

  2. A sum of money at simple interest amounts to Rs. 815 in 3 years and to Rs. 854 in 4 years. The sum is
    (a) Rs. 650
    (b) Rs. 690
    (c) Rs. 698
    (d) Rs. 700

F. Logical Reasoning:

  1. All cats are mammals. Some mammals are pets. Therefore:
    (a) All cats are pets.
    (b) Some cats are pets.
    (c) No cats are pets.
    (d) Some mammals are not cats.

  2. A is brother of B. B is daughter of C. D is father of A. Then, how is C related to D?
    (a) Daughter
    (b) Granddaughter
    (c) Wife
    (d) Husband

G. Data Interpretation: (Present a table or chart and ask questions)

(Example: A table showing the sales of different products over several years)

H. Information & Communication Technology (ICT):

  1. What does "URL" stand for?
    (a) Uniform Resource Locator
    (b) Universal Reference List
    (c) Unique Resource Locator
    (d) Universal Resource Locator

  2. Which of the following is a type of malware that spreads copies of itself from computer to computer?
    (a) Virus
    (b) Worm
    (c) Trojan Horse
    (d) Spyware

I. People, Development & Environment:

  1. Which of the following is a renewable energy source?
    (a) Coal
    (b) Petroleum
    (c) Natural Gas
    (d) Solar Energy

  2. Sustainable development goals contains
    (a) 15 Goals
    (b) 16 Goals
    (c) 17 Goals
    (d) 18 Goals

J. Higher Education System:

  1. The University Grants Commission (UGC) was established in which year?
    (a) 1948
    (b) 1953
    (c) 1956
    (d) 1961

  2. NAAC is
    (a) National Assessment and Accreditation Council
    (b) National Academic and Assessment Council
    (c) National Assessment and Aptitude Council
    (d) National Academic and Aptitude Council

III. Example Questions (Paper 2 - History)

A. Ancient Indian History:

  1. The Harappan civilization was discovered in which year?
    (a) 1921
    (b) 1922
    (c) 1923
    (d) 1924

  2. The Rigveda is divided into how many Mandalas?
    (a) 8
    (b) 10
    (c) 12
    (d) 14

B. Medieval Indian History:

  1. The Delhi Sultanate was founded by:
    (a) Qutb-ud-din Aibak
    (b) Iltutmish
    (c) Razia Sultan
    (d) Ghiyas-ud-din Balban

  2. Who among the following Sultans of Delhi has been described by historians as an 'admixture of opposites'?
    (a) Iltutmish
    (b) Balban
    (c) Muhammad bin Tughluq
    (d) Firuz Tughluq

C. Modern Indian History:

  1. The Revolt of 1857 started from:
    (a) Delhi
    (b) Meerut
    (c) Lucknow
    (d) Kanpur

  2. The Indian National Congress was founded in which year?
    (a) 1885
    (b) 1892
    (c) 1905
    (d) 1919

D. World History:

  1. The French Revolution began in which year?
    (a) 1776
    (b) 1789
    (c) 1815
    (d) 1848

  2. The First World War began in which year?
    (a) 1905
    (b) 1914
    (c) 1939
    (d) 1945

E. Historiography:

  1. Who is considered the "father of history"?
    (a) Thucydides
    (b) Herodotus
    (c) Plato
    (d) Aristotle

  2. Who proposed the Subaltern School of Historiography?
    (a) Ranajit Guha
    (b) Benedict Anderson
    (c) Eric Hobsbawm
    (d) Fernand Braudel

IV. How to Create Your Own Model Paper:

  1. Syllabus Review: Thoroughly review the UGC NET syllabus for both Paper 1 and your chosen subject (Paper 2). Break down the syllabus into smaller topics.

  2. Question Distribution: Decide how many questions you want to allocate to each topic. Give more weight to areas that are typically emphasized in the exam.

  3. Question Types: Focus on MCQs. Vary the difficulty level of the questions (easy, medium, difficult).

  4. Answer Key: Prepare a detailed answer key with explanations for each question. This is crucial for self-evaluation.

  5. Time Management: Practice solving the model paper within the allotted time (3 hours for both papers combined).

  6. Previous Years' Papers: Analyze previous years' UGC NET papers to understand the exam pattern and the types of questions asked.

V. Important Considerations:

  • Current Affairs: Include questions related to current events, especially in areas like People, Development & Environment, and Higher Education.

  • Conceptual Understanding: Focus on questions that test conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization.

  • Application-Based Questions: Include questions that require you to apply your knowledge to solve problems or analyze situations.

  • Updated Information: Ensure that the information in your questions is up-to-date, especially in areas like ICT and Higher Education.

By following these steps and using the examples provided, you can create a comprehensive UGC NET model paper that will help you prepare effectively for the exam. Good luck!


Okay, creating a full UGC NET model paper would be a massive undertaking, as it involves generating questions covering a broad syllabus. However, I can provide you with a structure and examples to help you create your own model paper. I'll focus on Paper 1 (General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude) and give examples for a specific subject (let's say History for Paper 2).

I. UGC NET Model Paper Structure

  • Paper 1: General Paper on Teaching & Research Aptitude (100 marks, 50 questions)

    • 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    • Each question carries 2 marks

    • Negative marking: No

    • Topics: Teaching Aptitude, Research Aptitude, Comprehension, Communication, Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), People, Development & Environment, Higher Education System.

  • Paper 2: Subject Specific (200 marks, 100 questions)

    • 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    • Each question carries 2 marks

    • Negative marking: No

    • Topics: Varies by subject. For History, it would cover areas like Ancient, Medieval, Modern Indian History, World History, Historiography, etc.

II. Example Questions (Paper 1 - General Paper)

A. Teaching Aptitude:

  1. Which of the following is the most important quality of a good teacher?
    (a) Punctuality and sincerity
    (b) Content mastery
    (c) Effective communication skills
    (d) Concern for students' welfare

  2. The primary responsibility for a teacher's adjustment lies with:
    (a) The child
    (b) The principal
    (c) The teacher himself/herself
    (d) The community

  3. Which level of teaching is considered thoughtfull teaching
    (a) Memory Level
    (b) Understanding Level
    (c) Reflective Level
    (d) Autonomous Development Level

B. Research Aptitude:

  1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?
    (a) Systematic
    (b) Objective
    (c) Subjective
    (d) Empirical

  2. A hypothesis is a:
    (a) Certain law
    (b) Tentative statement
    (c) Fact
    (d) Theory

  3. What is the main aim of interdisciplinary research?
    (a) To over simplify the problem of research
    (b) To bring out a holistic approach to research
    (c) To reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain
    (d) To create a new trend in research methodology

C. Comprehension: (Provide a short passage and ask questions based on it)

Passage: "The digital age has brought unprecedented access to information, but it has also created challenges for critical thinking. The constant bombardment of news, opinions, and data requires individuals to be discerning consumers of information. Evaluating sources, identifying biases, and understanding logical fallacies are essential skills in navigating the digital landscape. Educational institutions have a crucial role to play in fostering these skills among students."

  1. What is the main point of the passage?
    (a) The digital age provides unlimited access to information.
    (b) Critical thinking is no longer important in the digital age.
    (c) The digital age presents challenges to critical thinking.
    (d) Educational institutions are failing to teach critical thinking.

  2. According to the passage, what is an essential skill in navigating the digital landscape?
    (a) Memorizing facts
    (b) Accepting all information as true
    (c) Evaluating sources
    (d) Ignoring opinions

D. Communication:

  1. Which of the following is a barrier to effective communication?
    (a) Active listening
    (b) Clarity of message
    (c) Noise
    (d) Feedback

  2. Grapevine communication is
    (a) Formal Communication
    (b) Informal Communication
    (c) Written Communication
    (d) Verbal Communication

E. Mathematical Reasoning & Aptitude:

  1. If the cost price of 10 articles is equal to the selling price of 8 articles, then the gain percent is:
    (a) 20%
    (b) 25%
    (c) 30%
    (d) 35%

  2. A sum of money at simple interest amounts to Rs. 815 in 3 years and to Rs. 854 in 4 years. The sum is
    (a) Rs. 650
    (b) Rs. 690
    (c) Rs. 698
    (d) Rs. 700

F. Logical Reasoning:

  1. All cats are mammals. Some mammals are pets. Therefore:
    (a) All cats are pets.
    (b) Some cats are pets.
    (c) No cats are pets.
    (d) Some mammals are not cats.

  2. A is brother of B. B is daughter of C. D is father of A. Then, how is C related to D?
    (a) Daughter
    (b) Granddaughter
    (c) Wife
    (d) Husband

G. Data Interpretation: (Present a table or chart and ask questions)

(Example: A table showing the sales of different products over several years)

H. Information & Communication Technology (ICT):

  1. What does "URL" stand for?
    (a) Uniform Resource Locator
    (b) Universal Reference List
    (c) Unique Resource Locator
    (d) Universal Resource Locator

  2. Which of the following is a type of malware that spreads copies of itself from computer to computer?
    (a) Virus
    (b) Worm
    (c) Trojan Horse
    (d) Spyware

I. People, Development & Environment:

  1. Which of the following is a renewable energy source?
    (a) Coal
    (b) Petroleum
    (c) Natural Gas
    (d) Solar Energy

  2. Sustainable development goals contains
    (a) 15 Goals
    (b) 16 Goals
    (c) 17 Goals
    (d) 18 Goals

J. Higher Education System:

  1. The University Grants Commission (UGC) was established in which year?
    (a) 1948
    (b) 1953
    (c) 1956
    (d) 1961

  2. NAAC is
    (a) National Assessment and Accreditation Council
    (b) National Academic and Assessment Council
    (c) National Assessment and Aptitude Council
    (d) National Academic and Aptitude Council

III. Example Questions (Paper 2 - History)

A. Ancient Indian History:

  1. The Harappan civilization was discovered in which year?
    (a) 1921
    (b) 1922
    (c) 1923
    (d) 1924

  2. The Rigveda is divided into how many Mandalas?
    (a) 8
    (b) 10
    (c) 12
    (d) 14

B. Medieval Indian History:

  1. The Delhi Sultanate was founded by:
    (a) Qutb-ud-din Aibak
    (b) Iltutmish
    (c) Razia Sultan
    (d) Ghiyas-ud-din Balban

  2. Who among the following Sultans of Delhi has been described by historians as an 'admixture of opposites'?
    (a) Iltutmish
    (b) Balban
    (c) Muhammad bin Tughluq
    (d) Firuz Tughluq

C. Modern Indian History:

  1. The Revolt of 1857 started from:
    (a) Delhi
    (b) Meerut
    (c) Lucknow
    (d) Kanpur

  2. The Indian National Congress was founded in which year?
    (a) 1885
    (b) 1892
    (c) 1905
    (d) 1919

D. World History:

  1. The French Revolution began in which year?
    (a) 1776
    (b) 1789
    (c) 1815
    (d) 1848

  2. The First World War began in which year?
    (a) 1905
    (b) 1914
    (c) 1939
    (d) 1945

E. Historiography:

  1. Who is considered the "father of history"?
    (a) Thucydides
    (b) Herodotus
    (c) Plato
    (d) Aristotle

  2. Who proposed the Subaltern School of Historiography?
    (a) Ranajit Guha
    (b) Benedict Anderson
    (c) Eric Hobsbawm
    (d) Fernand Braudel

IV. How to Create Your Own Model Paper:

  1. Syllabus Review: Thoroughly review the UGC NET syllabus for both Paper 1 and your chosen subject (Paper 2). Break down the syllabus into smaller topics.

  2. Question Distribution: Decide how many questions you want to allocate to each topic. Give more weight to areas that are typically emphasized in the exam.

  3. Question Types: Focus on MCQs. Vary the difficulty level of the questions (easy, medium, difficult).

  4. Answer Key: Prepare a detailed answer key with explanations for each question. This is crucial for self-evaluation.

  5. Time Management: Practice solving the model paper within the allotted time (3 hours for both papers combined).

  6. Previous Years' Papers: Analyze previous years' UGC NET papers to understand the exam pattern and the types of questions asked.

V. Important Considerations:

  • Current Affairs: Include questions related to current events, especially in areas like People, Development & Environment, and Higher Education.

  • Conceptual Understanding: Focus on questions that test conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization.

  • Application-Based Questions: Include questions that require you to apply your knowledge to solve problems or analyze situations.

  • Updated Information: Ensure that the information in your questions is up-to-date, especially in areas like ICT and Higher Education.

By following these steps and using the examples provided, you can create a comprehensive UGC NET model paper that will help you prepare effectively for the exam. Good luck!

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