Preparing for the UGC NET Commerce exam can feel like a big task. But trust me, with the right method and mindset, you can definitely crack it in your very first try.
📘 Start With the Basics – Understand the Exam Pattern
Before jumping into books, it’s super important to know what you’re preparing for.
- Paper I: General Paper (50 questions – 100 marks)
Focus: Teaching aptitude, reasoning, research, ICT, DI, communication - Paper II: Commerce Subject (100 questions – 200 marks)
Focus: Accounting, Tax, HRM, Business Law, Marketing, Finance, and more
🟢 Both papers are compulsory
🟢 No negative marking
🟢 Computer-Based Test (Online mode)
📚 Step 1: Know the Commerce Syllabus (Inside-Out!)
Don’t go blindly through random topics. You must study only what’s in the syllabus.
🧾 Major Units to Cover:
- Business Environment
- Accounting & Auditing
- Business Finance
- Legal Aspects of Business
- HRM & OB
- Marketing & Economics
- Income Tax & Corporate Tax Planning
- Statistics & International Business
🖊️ Tip: Print the syllabus and tick each topic as you cover it.
📅 Step 2: Create a Realistic Study Plan (Not Just Fancy!)
A flashy planner won’t help unless it’s practical. Make a plan that works for you.
📌 Sample Weekly Plan:
- Monday to Friday → Study 1 unit daily (Paper II)
- Saturday → Paper I concepts + MCQs
- Sunday → Revision + Weekly Quiz or Mock Test
⏰ Suggested Time: 3–5 hours/day (early morning works best)
- Alt Text: Weekly UGC NET study timetable
- Caption: A good plan keeps you consistent and stress-free
- Title: Smart Weekly Planner for UGC NET Commerce
📖 Step 3: Use the Best Books (Don’t Use Too Many!)
Stick to 1-2 books only for each paper. Focus on quality, not quantity.
Top Books for Paper II (Commerce):
- Trueman’s UGC NET Commerce
- NTA UGC NET/SET/JRF – Commerce by Arihant
Paper I (General):
- KVS Madaan
- Arihant’s UGC NET Paper 1 Guide
📲 Add online quizzes + NTA mock tests for extra edge.
💡 Step 4: Solve PYQs and Take Full-Length Mocks
You won’t succeed by only reading theory.
✅ Practice from last 5 years’ Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
✅ Take full mock tests every Sunday
✅ Analyze your weak areas and revise those more
🔁 Step 5: Revise Smart – Not Just Hard
Here’s a 3-stage revision formula that works:
🔹 First revision → After 7 days of completing a unit
🔹 Second revision → After 15 days
🔹 Final revision → In the last 10-15 days before exam
📖 Use handwritten short notes for quick revision.
🎯 Step 6: Stay Mentally Positive & Focused
📴 Avoid distractions (phone, binge-watching)
👥 Join study groups (Telegram, WhatsApp)
🎧 Use calming music or motivational podcasts
💬 Talk to seniors or mentors for moral support
Remember, mindset is 50% of your preparation.
🔚 Final Word – You Can Do This!
The UGC NET Commerce exam isn’t impossible. It just needs a clear path and steady effort. Thousands of students clear it every year – and so can you.
Start today. Stick to your plan. Stay confident.
And when you pass, your classroom will thank you.