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⭐ Introduction
The UGC NET Education examination is conducted twice every year by UGC through NTA to determine eligibility for Assistant Professor, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), and PhD admissions in the field of Education.
This subject is ideal for those aspiring to build their career in teacher education, educational research, curriculum design, educational planning, policy analysis, and academic leadership.
Education as a discipline examines learning processes, teaching strategies, philosophical foundations, social influences, psychological principles, and administrative structures. The UGC NET Education paper tests both theoretical understanding and application-based reasoning — requiring clarity, critical thinking, and up-to-date knowledge.
📘 About the Subject: Education
Education integrates various aspects of human learning, teaching, development, and institutional structures. The subject combines:
- Philosophical Foundations
- Sociological Perspectives
- Psychological Principles
- Teaching–Learning Processes
- Curriculum Studies
- Educational Research
- Educational Technology
- Administration & Management
The discipline is dynamic, evolving with changes in society, technology, and policy.
📚 UGC NET Education 2026 – Syllabus Overview
Below is a clear, student-friendly summary of the major units included in both 2026 cycles:
Unit 1: The Philosophical Foundation of Education
- Indian and Western philosophies
- Aims of education
- Values and ethics
- Educational thinkers and influences
Unit 2: Sociological Foundation of Education
- Social change and education
- Social mobility and equity
- Multicultural and inclusive education
- Role of education in social transformation
Unit 3: Psychological Foundation of Education
- Learning theories (behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism)
- Intelligence, personality, motivation
- Human development
- Classroom learning and behavior
Unit 4: Educational Research
- Research methods
- Hypothesis and variables
- Sampling techniques
- Quantitative & qualitative research
- Tools and techniques of data collection
Unit 5: Educational Technology
- ICT in education
- Multimedia tools
- E-learning and blended learning
- Instructional design
Unit 6: Curriculum Studies
- Curriculum design principles
- Models of curriculum development
- Evaluation of curriculum
- Curriculum reforms
Unit 7: Teacher Education
- Teacher training programs
- Professional development
- Competencies of teachers
- Evaluation of teacher performance
Unit 8: Educational Evaluation
- Assessment concepts
- Continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE)
- Question paper construction
- Reliability, validity, item analysis
Unit 9: Educational Administration & Management
- Theories of administration
- Leadership and decision-making
- Institutional planning
- Educational finance
Unit 10: Inclusive Education & Policies
- Special education
- Rights of children
- National and international educational policies
- NEP 2020 perspectives
📝 UGC NET Education PYQ Trends – Key Insights
Previous year papers show a strong focus on both theoretical understanding and applied educational concepts.
Commonly Asked PYQ Areas Include:
- Educational thinkers (Gandhi, Tagore, Dewey, Froebel)
- Learning theories and classroom applications
- Research design & statistical concepts
- Philosophical and sociological perspectives
- NEP 2020 and policy frameworks
- ICT tools and educational technology
- Leadership theories in education
- Curriculum design principles
High-Weightage Areas for UGC NET 2026
Focusing on these areas boosts conceptual clarity and exam performance.
🎯 ANSS ACADEMY Mock Test Series for UGC NET Education 2026
ANSS ACADEMY proudly offers a structured, exam-like UGC NET Education Mock Test Series 2026, curated separately for:
🔹 UGC NET June 2026 Cycle
🔹 UGC NET December 2026 Cycle
Our mock test package includes:
- Full-length tests exactly like the real exam
- Topic-wise and unit-wise practice tests
- PYQ-style questions
- Instant scoring & explanations
- Real-time performance analytics
- Progress tracking for improvement
Our test series is designed with clarity, accuracy, and updated exam patterns.
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🏁 Conclusion
UGC NET Education is a conceptual, analytical, and application-based paper. With systematic study, strong conceptual clarity, and consistent mock test practice, clearing NET or securing JRF becomes very achievable.
ANSS ACADEMY ensures structured guidance and high-quality practice for all aspirants preparing for the 2026 cycles.
