Evidence-Based Suggestions to Improve UGC JRF-NET Examination

Abstract

To increase the transparency and efficiency of the exam, the UGC has brought out substantial changes in the National Eligibility Test (NET) examination in the recent past. However, concerns have been raised with respect to the quality and credibility of the exam, given its evaluation criteria. In this context, this paper attempts to highlight some of the existing problems concerning exam and evaluation of the exam questions. First, we discuss the issues with the existing pattern of NET examination and other governance issues. Second, we have undertaken an online survey of the candidates’ who already appeared for the exam at least once to capture the general perception on the issues highlighted. Third, based on the findings from the survey, we present possible changes in the conduct of the exam to increase the quality and credibility of the exam further.