JRF and Assistant Professor Combined
Purpose
- The Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor positions are two key career opportunities for individuals in academia. Both are part of the National Eligibility Test (NET) and State Level Eligibility Test (SLET) systems, which are conducted by national or state-level agencies to assess the eligibility of candidates for academic positions in Indian universities and colleges.
Application Process
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official website of the SLET exam for your state.
- Register and Fill Application Form: Register for the exam by providing basic details like name, contact, academic qualifications, etc.
- Upload Documents: You may need to upload documents such as your photo, signature, educational certificates, and proof of identity.
- Payment of Application Fee: Pay the application fee online (fee details will be mentioned in the notification).
- Submit Application: After filling out the application form and paying the fee, submit the application online.
Elgibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Educational Qualification:Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD).
- Age Limit:
- JRF : Maximum 28 years (with relaxations as per rules).
- No upper age limit for Assistant Professor
Important Dates
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- Check the official JRF website for specific exam dates, notification releases, and deadlines.
- Please Check it for Notification : UGC-NET
Exam Structure
- Paper I: Teaching and Research Aptitude (common for all subjects).
- Paper II: Subject-specific questions (based on the candidate’s chosen subject).
- Eligibility Check: Ensure eligibility criteria are met for both JRF and Assistant Professor qualifications (Master’s degree with minimum marks and age limit).
Selection Process
- Application Submission: Register and fill the application form online with payment.
- JRF (if they qualify for the JRF cut-off).
- Assistant Professor (if they meet the Assistant Professor cut-off).
- Final Selection
- JRF-qualified candidates receive a fellowship for research.
- Assistant Professor-qualified candidates can apply for teaching positions.
Syllabus
- Paper I: General Paper (G.K, Reasoning Ability, Data Interpretation, Communication.)
- Paper II: Subject-Specific Paper (Political Science, Law, Economics, Commmerce and English)
Salary and Benefits
- ₹31,000 per month (first 2 years)
- ₹35,000 per month (next 3 years)-JRF
- Basic – Pay₹57,700 per month (Basic Pay, Pay Level 10)- Assistant Professor.
Preparation Tips
- Study Material: Use NCERT books, and previous years’ question papers.
- Stay Updated: Follow current affairs, especially in areas like science, technology, and education.
- Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
Resources
- Official UGC- NET website: UGC – NET
- Books: GK Today (website and app) – For daily updates on current affairs and general knowledge questions.
