The full form of SLET is the State Level Eligibility Test. The SLET Test is administered to appoint lecturers in various state universities and colleges.
However, this exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC). Furthermore, the test monitors whether or not participants meet the minimum standards for teaching/research roles. As a result, many other states chose to administer a test similar to the SLET.
The UGC administers this exam to find qualified candidates for Assistant Professor positions in fields such as Humanities and Social Science. The SET or SLET exam is given in English in various states across India.
The commission suspected that a national exam like SLET might not adequately represent regional subjects. In addition, the conducting body received requests from applicants to allow them to take the SLET exam in their native language.
As a result, State Governments and Union Territories were given the authority to hold separate SLET exams to determine applicants' eligibility for a state lectureship. As a result, the concept of SLET or SET at the state level was born. The exam is now administered in both English and regional languages.
We can also say that NET is for those who want to become lecturers in any of India's colleges or universities, whereas SLET candidates will only be serving a particular state of India.
Finally, the selection process for the SLET exam is based on the marks obtained by the aspirants in the State Eligibility Test (SLET).
List of States Conducting SLET Exam
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Rajasthan
- Maharashtra & Goa
- Tamil Nadu
- Madhya Pradesh
- Andhra Pradesh
- West Bengal
- NE-SLET (all North Eastern states and Sikkim)
- Karnataka
Exam Dates and Pattern
Dates
| Important Events |
Dates |
| Application Start date |
15th November 2022 |
| Last date to apply |
7th January 2023 |
| Admit Card |
To be notified |
| Exam date |
19th March 2023 |
| Result |
To be notified |
Exam Pattern of SLET 2023
The SLET exam pattern consists of two papers; SLET Paper I focuses on the candidates' aptitude, with tests on Reasoning Ability, Comprehension, Divergent Thinking, and General Awareness.
The subjects chosen by the candidate during the elective process are usually the basis for SLET Paper II. Both papers are primarily made up of MCQs and are administered as Computer-Based Tests.
Finally, because there is no negative marking in the exam, candidates should attempt as many questions as possible.
| Paper |
Number of Questions |
Marks Allotted |
Duration |
| Paper I |
50 |
100 |
1 hour |
| Paper II |
100 |
200 |
2 hours |
Syllabus for SLET Exam
The SLET Recruitment Exam consists of a written exam with two papers. Both papers contain multiple-choice questions. However, Paper 1 contains questions on general topics, whereas Paper 2 contains questions on the core subjects chosen by the candidate during the application process. However, in order to pass this exam, candidates must be familiar with the syllabus. So, here is the syllabus for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Paper 1
Paper 1 of the SLET Exam consists of general subject questions that can be broadly classified into the following sub-topics:
- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Aptitude
- Comprehension
- Communication
- Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning
- Data Interpretation
- Information and Communication Technology
- People, Development and Environment
- Higher Education System
Paper 2
Paper 2 of the SLET exam includes questions on core subjects chosen by candidates during the application form. Here is the list of the core subjects-
- English
- Hindi
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Arabic
- Bodo
- Persian
- Manipuri
- Sanskrit
- Anthropology
- Commerce
- Economics
- Education
- History
- Geography
- Law
- Philosophy
- Sociology
- Political Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Computer Science
- Chemical Sciences
SLET Exam Fees
| Category |
Fees |
| General Category |
1200/- |
| OBC Category (non-creamy layer) |
1050/- |
| EWS |
1050/- |
| SC/ST Category |
1000/- |
| PWD Category |
800/- |
Important Note: The application fee for the SLET exam varies by state, according to the rules and regulations established by the exam conducting body of that state.
SLET Eligibility Criteria
- Postgraduate/Degree Master's with a minimum of 55% for General and 50% for SC/ST is required.
- Students who have taken or will take the qualifying PG (final year) examination and whose results are still pending, as well as candidates whose qualifying exams have been postponed, may apply for this SLET Entrance Exam.
- There is no age limit to appear in the SLET exam.
- Also, there is no limit on the number of attempts.
- According to the Official Notification, all candidates taking the SLET must be Indian citizens.
- Lastly, The third gender of our society is also eligible for giving the SLET test.
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