This year UGC NET paper pattern and syllabus has been updated, see details here (representative image)
UGC NET 2023: Mock tests are a great way to perform well on exams. By doing proof testing you will learn numerous effects similar to new generalities, time operation and dive test pressure
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2023 will take place from February 21 to March 10. One of the most challenging exams, make sure you prepare and revise thoroughly. To pass this exam, you must review the entire syllabus, complete previous UGC NET articles, and take practice tests to learn how to manage your time. All this is only possible if you have a successful strategy to prepare for the exam.
Here are a few last minute preparation tips for UGC NET 2023:
Take note of the new pattern and syllabus
This year the exam pattern and syllabus have been updated. Candidates should check that they are well versed in the new curriculum. Therefore, you should practice mock exams in a similar way before taking exams to ensure that you can answer all the questions of a section within the allotted time. The syllabus is the first and very crucial step to start preparing for UGC NET.
Get to know the new types of questions
The types of questions on the exam have also changed along with the pattern of the exam. Some subjects, such as logical reasoning, communication and higher education, now have new curricula. Therefore, practice many questions from the new pattern. This is where the latest pattern mock tests come in handy.
Review the topics well
There are very few days left before D-day, so reviewing topics should be your priority. Don’t start new chapters in the last few days. You have already studied everything, you could just very well revise those studied materials. Concentrate more on reviewing those topics with which you are comfortable. Also, if you have a good habit of taking notes of important points, review them well. Try to review one topic per day.
Solve and analyze Mock Tests properly
Sample tests are a great way to perform well on exams. By doing proof testing you will learn numerous effects similar to new generalities, time operation and dive test pressure. So make sure you do enough proof testing before appearing for the fact test. The right way to make the most of mock tests is to try them out, check the results, and see how your progress compares to previous performance. Another thing you can do is keep track of the questions you got wrong and go through them again. You can discover a pattern later if all the questions come from a certain content, that way you know where you need to put more effort.
Solve last year’s paper
Study last year’s paper to get an idea of the format and difficulty. Last year’s UGC NET papers give a good idea of the difficulty of the questions on the exam. Prepare accordingly.
Be careful with the choice of questions
The actual exam questions you choose can make or break your chances of success. Choose the questions you try to answer wisely. Classify your strengths and make good use of them. Similarly, identify your weaknesses and thereby avoid making mistakes on the exam. Make sure you don’t get bogged down in questions during the exam. Leave a question if you can’t answer it within the allotted time and move on to other questions.
Be prepared for surprises and don’t panic
Don’t be surprised if you get new types of questions, because UGC NET has introduced new topics. Therefore, keep your cool if you come across a new type of question during the exam. Take a look at it and try to find a solution by putting into practice the fundamental ideas of the subject with an attentive and calm mind. However, if you can’t solve the problem, move on to the next question instead of taking it as a challenge. Never panic or lose your cool.
— Written by Toshiba Shukla Senior Faculty – UGC NET at BYJU’S Exam Prep
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