The document provides guidance on preparing for the UGC NET/JRF examination in music, performing arts, and dance. It discusses that the exam consists of two papers - a common paper on teaching aptitude and research aptitude, and a subjective paper specific to the subject area. The common paper contains 50 multiple choice questions, while the subjective paper contains 100 multiple choice questions. Candidates are advised to focus their preparation on important topics, practice regularly, manage their time well, and maintain confidence. Studying teaching and research aptitude in depth, revising frequently, and seeking help from resources are also recommended for success on the UGC NET/JRF exam.

1. A Strategy of the study &preparation for
NET/JRF Examination in Music/Performing Art
Dance& Interdisciplinary Topics
Dr. Vidhi Nagar
Associate Professor
Former Head of the Department
Department of Dance
Faculty of Performing Arts
Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi, U.P., INDIA. PIN-221005
Vidhi.nagar@bhu.ac.in

4. WHAT is
UGC NET/JRF exams?
 The National Eligibility Test (NET), otherwise called UGC NET or NTA-UGC-NET, is the assessment for deciding the qualification
for the Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship post in Indian colleges and universities. The National Testing Agency
directs the assessment for the benefit of the University Grants Commission. Till July 2018, the Central Board of Secondary
Education (CBSE) led the UGC NET test, which the NTA has been directing since December 2018.
The test is being directed double a year in the long stretches of June and December in online mode. Besides being eligible for the
Assistant Professor post after qualifying for this examination, candidates who are planning to go for PhD, also need to qualify this
examination. NET qualified candidates are exempted from entrance tests for PhD admissions (some universities are exceptions).
It also gives weightage to NET-JRF qualified candidates in the admission process. If you qualify for JRF, you will also be provided
with a research fellowship while you are doing PhD.

5. How many Papers
 I – COMMON PAPER
 Related Teaching Aptitude, Research etc
 II – Subjective (Performing Arts)

6. PAPER 1
 Unit I – Teaching Aptitude
 Unit II – Research Aptitude
 Unit III – Comprehensive
 Unit IV – Communication
 Unit V – Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
 Unit VI – Logical Reasoning
 Unit VII – Data Interpretation
 Unit VIII – Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
 Unit IX – People, Development and Enviornment
 Unit X – Higher Education System

7. PAPER II – Subjective
Dance, Drama & Theater
 Unit I – Cultural History of India
 Unit II – Folk and Traditional Theatre Forms of India
 Unit III – The Natyashastra
 Unit IV – Art and Aesthetics
 Unit V – Dance and Theater forms of East and South Asian Countries
 Unit VI – Dance in Sanskrit Literature and Treatises
 Unit VII – India Classical Dances
 Unit VIII – Indian Classical Dances in Independent India
 Unit XI – Dance Education, Pedagogy and Research
 Unit X – International Dance and Interactions

8. Papers Questions Marks Duration
Paper-I
50 (MCQs - all
compulsory)
100
3 hours
(First Shift - 9:30 AM to
12:30 PM)
(Second Shift - 2:30 PM
5:30 PM)
Paper-II
100 (MCQs - all
compulsory)
200

9. RESULT
PURELY DEPENDS ON CUT OFF
STUDENTS GET THE BENEFITS
OF RESERVATION IN THEIR
CATOGERIES

10. • General Tips & Tricks for General Aptitude Paper: The General Aptitude Paper
has 50 compulsory questions carrying 100 marks. Here are some useful UGC NET
study tips for this particular paper.
• Study the important topics one by one. Begin with the teaching aptitude section.
• Go through the syllabus and assign deadlines as per your capabilities.
• Even if you find a topic difficult, don’t skip that. You need to practice more
because each topic will, at least, carry 5 questions. Make sure your focus
should be more on Teaching and Research Aptitude.
• Prepare quick notes and solve aptitude questions (easy and effective method to
boost your memory)
• As soon as you are done with one section or topic, go for revision immediately.
It will help you understand the topic thoroughly.
• Stuck in any particular topic? Seek professional help! Ask your friends, teacher
or coaching faculties to solve the question.
• Never stop practising

11.  Important Links
 www.ugc.ac.in
 www.ugcnetonline.in
 www.manifoldkerala.com
 www.eduncle.com
 https://epgp.inflibnet.ac.in/Home/ViewSubject?catid=a41YM1FyMwEh+TtvYCzzCw
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12. CONCENTRATE
 GOALS
 CONFIDENCE
 TIME MANAGEMENT
 REVISION
 REMINDER
 DAILY PRACTICE
 STUDY MATERIAL
 STAY CALM

13. IMPORTANT TIPS
 PUT FIRE IN YOUR SELF
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14. REGARDS
GOOGLE SITES
BOOKS
SELF EXPERIENCES

15. ALL THE BEST FOR YOUR EXAMS
Dr. Vidhi Nagar
Associate Professor
Former Head of the Department
Department of Dance
Faculty of Performing Arts
Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi, U.P., INDIA. PIN-221005
Vidhi.nagar@bhu.ac.in