In this article, we have shared all the details related to UGC NET Computer Science & Application Syllabus. Every year UGC prescribes UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus for the candidates who wish to take part in this national-level exam. Computer Science deals with the studt related to programming database, application, operating system, computation etc. So, it is important to check the latest UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus before start preparing for the exam.
As per the latest official updates, NTA has official released UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus 2023. It is organised into 10 units with 5 chapters in each. Read the article below to get updated details for UGC NET Computer Science & Application Syllabus, unit names, chapters and tips to score well in it.
UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus 2023
The UGC NET Computer Science & Application Syllabus consists of two papers: Paper I and Paper II. In the paper I (General subject -common for all candidates), 50 questions are asked from several chapters including teaching and research aptitude, research methodology etc. The paper II of UGC NET Computer Science syllabus is completely subject specific. In a total of 100 questions are worth 2 marks each from several chapters related computer science, including Logic, Graph, Data Representation and so on. The total exam duration is 3 hours with no break between these papers. Check the section below to know more about important units of UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus 2023.
UGC NET Computer Science & Application Syllabus Highlights
Below are some important highlights than you must check or be aware of before start your preparation.
| Type of questions | MCQs (both in Paper 1 and 2) |
| Exam Mode | Online CBT |
| Total number of papers and marks | 2 papers
Paper I – 100 marks Paper II – 200 marks |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Marking Scheme | +2 for every correct response |
| Negative Marking | No negative Marking |
UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus: Unit-Wise Chapters List
A total of 10 units are included in the UGC NET Computer Science & Application Syllabus. Here, we have shared a list of all the chapters which you need to study while preparing for upcoming UGC NET.
| Units | Important Chapters |
| Unit 1: Discrete Structures and Optimization | 1. Mathematical Logic
2. Sets and Relations 3. Graph Theory 4. Optimizations 5. Counting, Mathematical Induction, and Discrete Probability |
| Unit 2: Computer System Architecture | 1. Digital Logic Circuits and Components
2. Data Representation 3. Basic Computer Organization and Design 4. Register Transfer and Micro operations 5. Microprogrammed Control |
| Unit 3: Programming Languages and Computer Graphics | 1. Language Design and Translation Issues
2. Object-Oriented Programming 3. Elementary Data Types 4. 2-D Geometrical Transforms and Viewing 5. 3-D Object Representation, Geometric Transformations, and Viewing |
| Unit 4: Database Management Systems | 1. SQL
2. Database System Concepts and Architecture 3. Data Warehousing and Data Mining 4. Normalization for Relational Databases 5. NoSQL |
| Unit 5: System Software and Operating System | 1. System Software
2. Basics of Operating Systems 3. Threads, CPU Scheduling 4. Storage Management 5. Process Management |
| Unit 6: Software Engineering | 1. Software Process Models
2. Software Design 3. Estimation and Scheduling of Software Projects 4. Software Configuration Management 5. Software Quality |
| Unit 7: Data Structures and Algorithms | 1. Performance Analysis of Algorithms and Recurrences
2. Data Structures 3. Graph Algorithms 4. Complexity Theory 5. Advanced Algorithms |
| Unit 8: Theory of Computation and Compilers | 1. Theory of Computation
2. Context-Free Language 3. Unsolvable Problems and Computational Complexity 4. Regular Language Models 5. Code Generation and Code Optimization |
| Unit 9: Data Communication and Computer Networks | 1. Data Communication
2. WWW 3. Functions of OSI and TCP/IP Layers 4. Mobile Technology 5. Network Security |
| Unit 10: Artificial Intelligence | 1. Artificial Neural Networks (ANN)
2. Genetic Algorithms (GA) 3. Natural Language Processing 4. Knowledge Representation 5. Multi-Agent Systems |
How to Prepare UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus 2023?
Below are some tips by BYJU’S exam experts that will help you to prepare all the units of Computer Science and Application syllabus for UGC NET.
- First of all, check the exam pattern and list down the chapters to make a comprehensive preparation tips.
- Conceptual clarity is important and for that revise the chapters regularly. Schedule 1 hour every day for revision.
- Solve chapter-wise exercises to know if are fully prepared or not.
- Solve previous years exam papers and attempt BYJU’S UGC NET mock tests to become comfortable with the test environment.
- Choose study materials wisely.
How to Score Well in Computer Science and Application Syllabus of UGC NET 2023?
NTA conducted UGC NET is one of the prestigious and toughest exam. So it is not so easy to score marks in this exam. The candidates who wish to appear in the upcoming exam for Computer Science and Application Syllabus can follow the tips below to score a good rank.
- Divide you time for each of the chapters and give equal important to all the units.
- Prepare the topics which are easier to you first and then move to the complex one.
- Revisions is must and do revisions regulary atleast for 1 hour for the chapters you have studied already.
Frequently Asked Questions on UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus
What is UGC NET Computer Syllabus?
Is Computer Science & Application Syllabus of UGC NET easy?
Can I prepare UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus 2023 by self-study?
How to prepare UCG NET Computer Science Syllabus?
To prepare UGC NET Computer Science Syllabus you can follow the following tips.
- Solve past years exam papers and sample papers after completing the syllabus.
- Do solve chapter-wise questions to know the chapter well.
- Stay healthy and do meditation regularly to increase concentration.
