UGC NET Exam Analysis (31 December): Shift-1 Difficulty, Good Attempts & Paper Review — Must Read Before Next Shift
The UGC NET December examination has officially begun today (31 December), and the National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully conducted Shift-1 of the exam across multiple centres. Candidates who appeared in today’s paper — as well as those scheduled for upcoming shifts — are actively searching for real exam-level insights such as difficulty level, section-wise analysis, and safe attempts.
Based on student feedback and exam pattern observation, here is a detailed UGC NET Exam Analysis for 31 December (Shift-1) to help aspirants understand what actually happened inside the exam hall.
UGC NET Exam Today: Shift Timing & Subjects (31 December)
| Date | Shift | Exam Time | Subjects Conducted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 December 2025 | Shift-1 | 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Law (058), Social Work (010), Telugu (027), Tourism Administration & Management (093), Spanish (040), Prakrit (091), Kashmiri (084), Konkani (085) |
⚠️ Important: Entry gates were closed 30 minutes before exam time.
Candidates for upcoming shifts must strictly follow the reporting instructions mentioned on the admit card.
Overall Difficulty Level — UGC NET 31 December (Shift-1)
Overall Paper Level: 👉 Easy to Moderate
Most candidates reported that the paper was balanced and syllabus-oriented, especially for those who revised NCERT concepts, previous year questions, and standard UGC NET notes.
UGC NET Exam Analysis (Teaching & Research Aptitude)
Paper-1 was common for all subjects and focused on conceptual clarity rather than tricky questions.
Section-Wise Difficulty (Paper-1)
| Section | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Teaching Aptitude | Easy |
| Research Aptitude | Easy to Moderate |
| Reading Comprehension | Easy |
| Communication | Easy |
| Reasoning Ability | Moderate |
| Data Interpretation | Easy |
| ICT | Easy |
| People & Environment | Easy |
| Higher Education System | Easy |
👉 NaukriBee Insight: Candidates who attempted 40–45 questions accurately in Paper-1 are in a safe zone.
Subject-Wise Feedback (Paper-2)
Paper-2 questions were directly linked to core concepts of the respective subjects. No unexpected or out-of-syllabus questions were reported.
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Questions tested conceptual understanding, not memorisation
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Options were clearly framed, reducing confusion
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Time management was comfortable for well-prepared candidates.
Good Attempts — UGC NET Exam (31 December)
| Paper | Good Attempts (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Paper-1 | 40–45 |
| Paper-2 | 70–80 (subject-dependent) |
✅ NaukriBee Insight: Attempting more questions with accuracy is more important than attempting all 150.
UGC NET Marking Scheme (Reminder)
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✔️ Correct Answer: +2 Marks
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❌ Wrong Answer: No Negative Marking
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➖ Unattempted: 0 Marks
This means candidates could attempt confidently without fear of penalty, but blind guessing is still not recommended.
Minimum Qualifying Marks — UGC NET
| Category | Paper-1 | Paper-2 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 40% | 40% |
| OBC / SC / ST / PwD | 35% | 35% |
⚠️ NaukriBee Insight: Clearing minimum marks does not guarantee selection — final qualification depends on cut-off scores, which vary by subject.
What Should Candidates Do Next?
If you have already appeared:
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Analyse your attempts realistically
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Avoid panic over social media discussions
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Wait for official answer key & response sheet
If your exam is in upcoming shifts:
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Revise Paper-1 high-scoring areas
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Focus on core subject concepts
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Avoid last-minute new topics
NaukriBee Insight: UGC NET Exam Analysis
UGC NET papers are no longer about surprise elements — they reward clarity, consistency, and calm execution. Candidates who stay composed and trust their preparation have a clear edge, especially in Paper-1.
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