UGC NET Social Work Previous year Question Paper [PYQ] Download PDF 2015 to 2024

The UGC NET Social Work examination plays a pivotal role in determining eligibility for the posts of Assistant Professor and for awarding Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in India. As a competitive and concept-driven exam, effective preparation is essential, and one of the most reliable strategies for success involves practicing previous year question papers. Previous year question papers provide a clear understanding of the exam’s structure, the types of questions frequently asked, and the relative weightage of various topics. They also help candidates assess their level of preparation and develop strategies to manage time effectively during the examination. These papers typically include questions from important themes like Social Work Theories, Human Behaviour and Development, Research Methodology, Social Welfare Administration, and Contemporary Social Issues.

The UGC NET Social Work examination assesses a candidate’s grasp of core concepts, application of social work theories, and understanding of contemporary issues in the field. By solving previous year papers, aspirants can:

Identify important and frequently repeated topics
Understand the distribution of questions across different units
Improve time management and accuracy
Evaluate strengths and weaknesses
Get a real feel of the exam environment

Previous year Question Paper	Link to Download
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2015	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2016	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2017	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2018	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2019	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2020	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2021	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2022	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2023	Click Here
UGC NET Social Work Solved Paper 2024	Click Here

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The UGC NET Social Work exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC). It is a national-level eligibility test for the recruitment of Assistant Professors and for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in the subject of Social Work.

✅ 1. Exam Overview

Exam Name: UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test)
Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Subject Code: 10 (Social Work)
Frequency: Twice a year (usually June & December)
Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Purpose:
- Eligibility for Assistant Professor
- Eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) + Assistant Professor

🧾 2. Exam Pattern

Paper	Subject	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
I	Teaching & Research Aptitude (General Paper)	50	100	1 Hour
II	Subject-specific (Social Work)	100	200	2 Hours

Total Questions: 150
Total Marks: 300
Negative Marking: No

The Social Work syllabus broadly covers:

Nature and Development of Social Work
Society, Human Behavior and Communities
Social Work with Individuals and Groups
Social Work with Communities and Social Action
Research in Social Work: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches
Administration, Welfare Policies, and Programs
Indian Constitution, Social Justice, and Human Rights
Social Work with Vulnerable Groups
Social Problems and Social Development
Fields of Social Work Practice

📌 Tip: Refer to the official NTA UGC NET syllabus PDF for a detailed list of subtopics.

🎓 4. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Transgender).

Age Limit:

JRF: Maximum 30 years (relaxation for reserved categories).
Assistant Professor: No age limit.

📝 5. Application Process

Apply Online at ugcnet.nta.nic.in
Fill the application form with valid details.
Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates).
Pay exam fees online.

💵 6. Application Fees

Category	Fee (INR)
General	₹1150
OBC (NCL)/EWS	₹600
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender	₹325

📅 7. Important Dates (Tentative)

Notification Release: March / September
Application Window: Within a month of notification
Exam Dates: June / December
Result Declaration: ~1 month after the exam

📚 8. Preparation Tips

Understand the Syllabus thoroughly.
Practice Previous Year Papers (at least 5-10 years).
Focus on conceptual clarity in Social Work theories and fieldwork.
Practice Mock Tests regularly.
Use standard reference books like:
- Social Work – Sanjay Bhattacharya
- UGC NET/JRF/SLET Social Work – Trueman’s
- IGNOU MSW Notes

Assistant Professor in universities and colleges
Ph.D. Admissions with JRF Fellowship
Research positions in NGOs, Think Tanks, and Policy Institutes
Social Sector Jobs in government and international organizations (UNICEF, WHO, etc.)
Consultant or Field Expert in welfare-based projects

✅ Plan Features:

Duration: 16 Weeks (~4 Months)
Weekly study hours: 25–30 hours
Covers syllabus, revision, mock tests & PYQs
Balanced focus on Paper I and II
Ideal for working professionals and full-time students

📅 Month 1 – Build Strong Fundamentals

Week	Paper I Topics	Paper II Topics (Social Work)
Week 1	Teaching Aptitude + Comprehension	Unit 1: Nature & Development of Social Work
Week 2	Research Aptitude + ICT Basics	Unit 2: Society, Human Behaviour, and Communities
Week 3	Communication + Higher Education System	Unit 3: Social Case Work
Week 4	Data Interpretation + Reasoning Basics	Unit 4: Social Group Work
Tasks	Revise weekly topics, attempt topic-wise MCQs	Weekly practice tests & short notes

📅 Month 2 – Deepen Conceptual Understanding

Week	Paper I Topics	Paper II Topics (Social Work)
Week 5	Logical Reasoning + Environment Issues	Unit 5: Community Organization & Social Action
Week 6	Reading Comprehension Practice	Unit 6: Research in Social Work (Quantitative & Qualitative)
Week 7	DI Practice + Mock Test 1 (Paper I)	Unit 7: Social Welfare Administration, Policies and Programs
Week 8	People & Environment + Governance	Unit 8: Constitution, Social Justice & Human Rights
Tasks	Weekly test & revision of Paper I topics	PYQs of Units 5–8 + One full-length Unit-wise Test

📅 Month 3 – Application, Practice, and Integration

Week	Paper I Topics	Paper II Topics (Social Work)
Week 9	Review of All Paper I Units (Short Notes/MCQs)	Unit 9: Social Work with Vulnerable Groups
Week 10	Practice Mock Test 2 (Paper I)	Unit 10: Social Problems & Social Development
Week 11	Reasoning + Research Mix Sets	Fields of Social Work (Medical, Psychiatric, HR, etc.)
Week 12	PYQs of Paper I + Error Analysis	PYQs of Paper II + Mock Test 2
Tasks	Create quick revision charts for Paper I	Identify weak areas from Paper II and revise

📅 Month 4 – Final Revision and Mock Tests

Week	Focus
Week 13	Full-length Mock Test 1 (Paper I & II) + Analysis
Week 14	Revision of Units 1–5 (Paper II) + Flashcards + MCQs
Week 15	Revision of Units 6–10 (Paper II) + Match PYQs with notes
Week 16	Full-length Mock Tests 2 & 3 (Paper I & II) + Final Revision

Ans: UGC NET (University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test) Social Work is a national-level exam conducted by the NTA for determining eligibility for Assistant Professorship and/or Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in the subject of Social Work.

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Master’s degree or equivalent in Social Work from a recognized university with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Transgender).
Final year students are also eligible provisionally.

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The exam consists of two papers:

Paper I: General aptitude (50 questions, 100 marks) – common for all subjects
Paper II: Subject-specific (Social Work) (100 questions, 200 marks)

Both papers are conducted in a single 3-hour session with no negative marking.

4. Is there negative marking in UGC NET?

Ans: No, there is no negative marking in UGC NET for incorrect answers.

Ans: The Paper II syllabus includes:

History and Nature of Social Work
Methods (Case Work, Group Work, Community Organization)
Social Work Research
Welfare Administration
Social Policy
Social Problems & Development
Human Rights and Constitution
Vulnerable Groups
Fields of Practice (Medical, Psychiatric, Labour, etc.)

6. How many times is the UGC NET exam conducted in a year?

Ans: The UGC NET exam is conducted twice a year — typically in June and December.

7. How many attempts are allowed for UGC NET?

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For Assistant Professor: Unlimited attempts
For JRF: Maximum age is 30 years (relaxation for reserved categories)

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For JRF: Maximum 30 years (as of exam year; age relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Transgender/Female)
No age limit for Assistant Professor

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Apply online through the official NTA UGC NET website when the application window opens. Fill in details, upload documents, and pay the exam fee.

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Trueman’s UGC NET Social Work
Sanjay Bhattacharya’s Social Work: An Integrated Approach
IGNOU MSW Study Material
NTA UGC NET Paper I by Pearson or Arihant

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To qualify:

For JRF: 65–70% (depending on cut-off & category)
For Assistant Professor: Around 55–60%
Cut-offs vary based on the number of candidates and difficulty level.

Ans: Yes, with smart self-study, consistency, good materials (like IGNOU notes and PYQs), and mock tests, many candidates clear UGC NET without coaching.

Ans: You can download them from:

NTA official website
ugcnet.nta.nic.in > Previous Year Question Papers
Other exam preparation websites or Telegram channels

14. What is the validity of the UGC NET certificate?

Ans:

JRF certificate: Valid for 3 years
Assistant Professor certificate: Lifetime validity