Candidates write UGC NET 2020 in no less number every year. According to sources, more than five lakhs candidates are said to write the exam with a hope of being eligible for assistant professorship or a research fellowship.

It is estimated that out of some lakh candidates who appear for UGC NET, about thousands only manage to get qualified for the exam. This being the case, one can imagine the level of preparedness required to crack the exam.

The exam will have two papers, namely Paper-1 and Paper-2, UGC NET 2020 will be conducted in two shifts, first shift is in the morning from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, second shift is in the afternoon from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.

The questions in UGC NET 2020 are based on applicant’s subject in post graduation. While post graduation course is for two years, the biggest challenge for the applicants of UGC NET 2020 is to learn the lessons of two years in a lesser duration.

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Candidates have learn the lessons taught in their respective PG course over two years duration in less time for UGC NET 2020. Though this seems to be no easy task, but can be achieved if applicants follow certain tips. They are mentioned below:

Syllabus and question pattern
Applicants of UGC NET 2020 have to first of all know the syllabus of their respective subjects for the exam. They should also know the pattern of questions appearing in the exam. The best way to do this is to refer to the question papers of previous exams.

Make a note
Applicants for UGC NET 2020 must also make a note of the basics of their respective subjects. Every chapter in the subject will have certain basic points based on which lesson will further proceed, candidates must remember these basic points and make a note of them.

Practice, practice, practice
Practice makes man perfect in the saying and this holds true with regards to UGC NET 2020. Undertake revisions regularly after the main learning process is over, this will help remembering the lessons for a long time.

Focus should be more on lessons which are considered very important. That does not mean one should not give enough attention to other chapters in the subject.

Mock tests
Applicants for UGC NET 2020 can take part in mock tests and try solving the questions in a set time frame. This may be difficult initially, however with repeated practice applicants can easily achieve that.

Speak to experts
Speaking to subject matter experts, particularly those who have good knowledge about UGC NET 2020 will help gain more inputs on how to prepare for the exam.

Similarly, talking to candidates who have been successful in cracking the exam also can fetch us lot of valuable hints which may help us crack the exam. Candidates can have access to the syllabus of UGC NET 2020 exam on the official link of UGC website ‘https://www.ugc.ac.in/net/syllabus.aspx‘

About UGC

Soon after Independence, the University Education Commission was set up in 1948 under the Chairmanship of Dr. S Radhakrishnan “to report on Indian university education and suggest improvements and extensions that might be desirable to suit the present and future needs and aspirations of the country”.

It recommended that the University Grants Committee be reconstituted on the general model of the University Grants Commission of the United Kingdom with a full-time Chairman and other members to be appointed from amongst educationists of repute.

In 1952, the Union Government decided that all cases pertaining to the allocation of grants-in-aid from public funds to the Central Universities and other Universities and Institutions of higher learning might be referred to the University Grants Commission. Consequently, the University Grants Commission (UGC) was formally inaugurated by late Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the then Minister of Education, Natural Resources and Scientific Research on 28 December 1953.

SRM Students held 3rd Place at HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026

The winning team comprised Rajat Kumar Singh and Shruthi Bhagawan, third-year B.Tech students in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and active members of Next Tech Lab (NTL), the university’s flagship student-led innovation and research ecosystem. Representing SRM University-AP on an international stage, the duo competed against some of the brightest young minds from across the world.

The HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026 was organised in collaboration with several globally reputed institutions, including the University of Texas at El Paso (USA), University of Piraeus (Greece), University of South Florida (USA), and SUNY Polytechnic Institute (USA). The event attracted significant international participation, with over 280 shortlisted teams from 14 countries, making the competition both intense and highly selective.

Aligned with the hackathon theme “Code. Comply. Conquer.”, participants were challenged to develop innovative solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cyber law. Rajat and Shruthi stood out by presenting a solution that addressed a real-world issue often overlooked in the digital ecosystem user awareness and understanding of privacy policies.

The system identifies key aspects such as types of user data collected, intended data usage, third-party sharing practices, and applicable legal frameworks, including regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By simplifying dense legal language into accessible summaries, Privy empowers users to make informed decisions while encouraging organisations to adopt more transparent data practices.

The global jury commended the team for the solution’s practical relevance, clarity of design, and strong alignment with regulatory compliance requirements. Their effort was recognised with a cash award of USD 250 along with an official Winner’s Certificate, further validating the impact and quality of their work.

Reflecting on the achievement, Rajat Kumar Singh shared that the team deliberately chose to focus on a problem that affects millions of users daily but rarely receives adequate attention. Rather than building superficial technical complexity, they emphasised accuracy, usability, and real-world applicability, which resonated strongly with the hackathon’s evaluation criteria. He also noted that the team plans to further develop Privy into a scalable and deployable solution that organisations can seamlessly integrate into their digital workflows to enhance accountability in data privacy practices.

Shruthi Bhagawan attributed the success to rigorous hands-on preparation in cybersecurity concepts, HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026, strong team collaboration, and continuous mentorship from Next Tech Lab. She highlighted that the hackathon experience reinforced her aspiration to work at the convergence of AI, cybersecurity, and cyber law, creating solutions that foster digital trust and user empowerment in an increasingly data-driven world.

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This accomplishment reflects the innovation-driven culture and academic excellence nurtured at SRM University-AP. Through platforms like Next Tech Lab, students are encouraged to tackle complex global challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and gain exposure to international research and development ecosystems.

By securing a top position at the HackSecureX International Hackathon 2026, SRM University-AP students have not only brought pride to the institution but also reaffirmed its growing reputation as a hub for cutting-edge technology education and impactful innovation on the global stage.