UGC NET Sociology Syllabus 2025 Paper 1 |
Unit |
Syllabus |
I (Teaching Aptitude) |
Concept, objectives, and levels of teaching, learner characteristics and factors affecting teaching. Knowledge of various teaching methods and support systems, including traditional, modern, and ICT-based, Evaluation systems and innovations in evaluation methods. |
II (Research Aptitude) |
Meaning, types, and characteristics of research, as well as different research methods. They should understand the steps involved in research, thesis and article writing formats, and the application of ICT in research. Knowledge of research ethics is also necessary. |
III (Comprehension) |
Candidates will be tested on their ability to comprehend and answer questions based on a given passage. |
IV (Communication) |
Meaning, types, and characteristics of communication. Effective communication, including verbal, non-verbal, intercultural, and group communication, should be demonstrated. Candidates should recognize barriers to effective communication and understand the role of mass media in society. |
V (Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude) |
Reasoning and mathematical aptitude, including number series, letter series, and mathematical concepts like fractions, time, distance, ratio, proportion, percentage, profit and loss, interest, and averages. |
VI (Logical Reasoning ) |
Argument structures, deductive and inductive reasoning, analogies, Venn diagrams, Indian logic, and various inference techniques. |
VII (Data Interpretation) |
Source, acquire, classify, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data, represented graphically or through mapping, and understand the implications of data in governance. |
VIII (Information and Communication Technology (ICT)) |
ICT fundamentals, internet basics, digital initiatives in higher education, and the role of ICT in governance. |
IX (People, Development, and Environment) |
Concepts related to development and environment, human-environment interaction, environmental issues, impacts of pollutants on health, natural and energy resources, natural hazards, and environmental protection measures. |
X (Higher Education System)
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History and evolution of higher education in India, various learning programs, professional and technical education, value education, environmental education, and policies, governance, and administration in higher education institutions. |