Government Exams & Career Paths
UGC-NET — National Eligibility Test (Junior Research Fellowship + Lectureship)
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Eligibility
Postgraduate degree (PG) in respective subject with min 55% marks; age limit 30 for JRF (relaxable); no age limit for Lectureship
Why it matters
UGC-NET JRF is the gold standard for social science and humanities PhD scholarships in India. JRF qualification means ₹37,000–₹42,000/month fellowship with full freedom to choose your institution and research topic.
Benefits
JRF qualification: ₹37,000/month fellowship for 2 years (extendable to ₹42,000) + Lectureship eligibility for assistant professor posts nationwide + NET-SRF positions