Age limits to appear in UGC NET Exam?

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Que. I have done my M.phill and have attained the age of 27 years, Am I eligible for UGC NET exam?

For taking UGC NET exam the the candidate should not be more than 28 years of old if he belongs to a general category. However a relaxation up to 5 years is provided to the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PH/VH categories and to women applicants. Relaxation will also be provided to the candidates having research experience, limited to the period spent on research in the relevant/related subject of post-graduation degree, subject to a maximum of 5 years, on production of a certificate from appropriate authority.  Three years relaxation in age will be permissible to the candidates possessing LL.M. Degree.


Exam : University Grant Commission National Eligibility Test