Once you have qualified UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test), several career paths await you in teaching, research and other fields. You can make a choice of career option that best suits your interest. Here is a list of some of them for you to consider after clearing UGC NET exam:

• Assistant Professor:

It is a mandatory requirement to have UGC NET qualifications to be appointed as an Assistant Professor in colleges and universities across India. You will handle and teach undergraduates and postgraduates in the specific subject assigned to you. Universities under the Government and Private sector, degree colleges and distinct institutions.

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):

In case you are qualified for JRF along with getting the NET, a chance exists for you to work as a research scholar at a time when you will be working side by side for your PhD program. ₹31,000 – ₹35,000 during the initial two years and 35,000 and above in the next years. Possibility to work on research projects sponsored by institutions based in India and outside. This sets the stage for a postdoctoral research or a faculty appointment.

• Go for PhD

A lot of applicants apply for the PhD after obtaining the NET qualification which is a pre requisite for any senior position in the education and research centers.

• Public Sector Jobs

Some public sector undertakings (PSUs) like ONGC, NTPC, and HPCL employ NET qualified candidates as researchers or lecturers. HR, Research scientist, or other positions that are in the line of your specific field.

• Research Roles

Engage with consultants groups, national policy strategy bodies, nonprofit organizations, and domestic as well as foreign company research and development teams.

• Academic Administration

Over a period of time, you may acquire experience to specialize in administrative functions such as Dean of Academic Affairs, Head of the Faculty (HOF), or Academic Coordinator in various education institutions.