Hey everyone,I really need some guidance and maybe a bit of a reality check.
I just gave my 3rd attempt for UGC NET Education (Subject Code: 09) in the June 2026 cycle.
Honestly, I’ve been working really hard and my scores have improved, but this time it hurts the most because I missed qualifying for NET by just 2 questions (4 marks).Here is how my journey has looked so far:
1st Attempt: 166 marks
2nd Attempt: 164 marks
3rd Attempt (June 2026): 202 marks
Going from 164 to 202 felt great initially, but being so close yet so far is incredibly frustrating. I’m determined to crack it in the next cycle, but since I am already at the 200+ mark level, I don’t know how to bridge this tiny but crucial gap.If anyone here has cleared NET/JRF in Education or has been in a similar situation, please help me out with a few things:How to cross the line? When you are stuck just a few marks away from the cutoff, what changes should you make in your strategy? Should I focus more on Paper 1 or dive deeper into Paper 2 core units (like Research, Philosophy, etc.)?
Free Resources/Notes: I am looking for free study materials to save on costs. Are there any specific websites, YouTube channels, or Telegram groups that provide genuine, high-quality notes for Code 09?
PYQs & Mock Tests: Which platform or book is best for practicing previous years' questions with accurate answers and explanations?
Please share your suggestions or any strategy that worked for you. Any lead would mean a lot right now.Thanks in advance!