🎯 Why Start UGC NET Prep During PG?
Most students wait till after postgraduation to start UGC NET preparation. But honestly, starting early while doing M.Com or MBA gives you a real edge.
📌 Think about it — many topics in UGC NET Commerce Paper II are already covered in your PG syllabus. So, why not prepare side-by-side?
This way, you’re not adding pressure — you’re actually saving time!
📘 What is the UGC NET Exam?
The UGC NET (National Eligibility Test) is conducted by NTA for Assistant Professor eligibility and JRF (Junior Research Fellowship). For Commerce students, it’s a golden opportunity.
You’ll be giving:
- Paper I – General Teaching & Research Aptitude (common for all)
- Paper II – Commerce subject (Code: 08)
⏱️ How to Balance M.Com/MBA + UGC NET Preparation
You don’t need to study full-time for NET during PG. Even 1.5 hours daily is enough if done smartly.
📅 Weekday Plan (Mon–Fri):
| Time | What to Study |
|---|---|
| 30 mins | Paper I: Teaching + Research + Reasoning |
| 45 mins | Pick 1 Commerce Unit from NET syllabus (short notes + 5 MCQs) |
📚 Weekend Plan (Sat–Sun):
| Time | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | Solve 2 previous year question papers |
| 1 hour | Watch 1 NET topic video (free on YouTube) |
| 30 mins | Weekly mock quiz/self-test |
📖 Use PG Subjects to Crack Paper II Easily
Let’s be smart:
Many M.Com or MBA subjects are directly part of UGC NET Paper II Commerce syllabus:
✔️ Business Finance
✔️ Accounting & Auditing
✔️ Business Statistics
✔️ Marketing Management
✔️ Legal Aspects of Business
By syncing college topics with the NET syllabus, you kill two birds with one stone — finish college assignments and prepare for NET together!
✅ UGC NET Preparation Tips for M.Com/MBA Students
- Make topic-wise short notes after each class.
- Practice 5 multiple-choice questions daily.
- Create flashcards for formulas, definitions, and theorists.
- Join Telegram or WhatsApp groups for free tests.
- Take at least 2 mock tests per month.
- Download UGC NET Commerce previous year question papers PDF for practice.
🧾 Study Materials to Use (Free + Paid)
| Tool Type | Recommended |
|---|---|
| App | Testbook, TruExam, BYJU’s Exam Prep |
| Videos | StudyIQ, NTA UGC NET YouTube |
| Book | Trueman’s UGC NET Commerce, Arihant Paper I |
| PDFs | NTA Official Syllabus, PYQ Papers |
🔁 Merge College Projects with UGC NET Study
If your professor gives an assignment on:
- Digital Marketing → revise NET Unit 8
- Cost Accounting → revise Unit 2
- HR Planning → revise Unit 6
💡 Bonus: Turn your college presentation slides into mind maps for NET.
🌟 Motivation to Stay on Track
Paste this near your desk:
“Small efforts daily → Big results in NET!”
And remember:
- Start now = Less stress later
- Know your syllabus = Half the battle won
- Study smart = No need for panic later
🎓 Who Is This Blog For?
✅ B.Com, BBA, BBM graduates doing PG
✅ M.Com or MBA first/second year students
✅ PG Diploma students aiming for JRF/NET
✅ NET/SET aspirants preparing side-by-side with college
📝 Final Words
Cracking UGC NET while doing M.Com or MBA is totally possible — you just need:
- Right strategy
- Consistent practice
- Daily revision of what you already study
✅ Use your PG wisely.
✅ Plan and follow a weekly chart.
✅ Start now, and you’ll thank yourself later.