{"id":5301,"date":"2026-06-23T18:25:32","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T12:55:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/live-jrfadda-new\/2026\/06\/23\/ugc-net-library-and-information-science\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T14:12:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:42:04","slug":"ugc-net-library-and-information-science","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jrfadda.com\/exams\/ugc-net-library-and-information-science\/","title":{"rendered":"UGC NET Library & Information Science 2026, Exam Analysis Out, Question Paper, Syllabus, Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"

The National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully conducted the <\/span>UGC NET Library and Information Science 2026 Examination<\/b> on <\/span>23 June 2026 (Shift II)<\/b> from <\/span>03:00 PM to 06:00 PM<\/b> in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The examination was conducted for candidates aspiring to qualify for the post of Assistant Professor and to obtain the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in the field of Library and Information Science.<\/span><\/p>\n

The examination assessed candidates’ understanding of library management, information systems, knowledge organization, digital libraries, research methodology, information technology, and modern trends in Library and Information Science. According to initial student feedback, the paper was <\/span>moderate in difficulty<\/b>, with a balanced mix of conceptual, theoretical, and application-based questions.<\/span><\/p>\n

UGC NET Library and Information Science 2026 Overview<\/b><\/h2>\n

The UGC NET Library and Information Science 2026 <\/b>exam is a prestigious national-level test conducted by the\u00a0National Testing Agency (NTA<\/b>) to recruit eligible candidates for the positions of Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)<\/strong> in the field of Library and Information Science. This exam is designed to assess candidates\u2019 knowledge and aptitude in both general teaching\/research abilities and specialized subject expertise.<\/p>\n

The exam consists of two papers: Paper I,<\/b>\u00a0which covers general topics such as teaching and research aptitude, reasoning, and comprehension, and\u00a0Paper II<\/b>, which is focused specifically on Library and Information Science (Subject Code 58).<\/strong> The examination is conducted online through a computer-based test (CBT) format, ensuring accessibility and convenience for candidates across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/b><\/td>\nDetails<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Name<\/b><\/td>\nUGC NET Library and Information Science 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Conducting Authority<\/b><\/td>\nNational Testing Agency (NTA)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Posts<\/b><\/td>\nAssistant Professor & JRF<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Level<\/b><\/td>\nNational level\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Papers<\/b><\/td>\nPaper I (General), Paper II ( Library and Information Science\u2013 Subject Code 58)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Date<\/b><\/td>\n2 January 2026 in shift 1 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Mode<\/b><\/td>\nOnline (Computer-Based Test)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam Duration<\/b><\/td>\n3 Hours (180 Minutes)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Official Website<\/b><\/td>\nugcnet.nta.nic.in<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

UGC NET Library and Information Science 2026 Exam Analysis<\/b><\/h2>\n

The overall difficulty level of the UGC NET Library and Information Science 2026 examination was reported to be <\/span>Moderate<\/b>. Paper I contained standard aptitude and reasoning questions, while Paper II focused heavily on conceptual understanding and practical applications of library science principles.<\/span><\/p>\n