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Complete Guide to the UGC NET Economics Syllabus 2025

Preparing for the UGC NET Economics exam requires a strategic approach, deep conceptual understanding, and complete knowledge of the syllabus. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will tentatively administer the UGC NET Economics Exam for the June 2025 cycle during the third week of June 2025. With vast units and evolving concepts, students must follow a well-structured plan and focus on each topic listed in the official syllabus. In this article, we present the complete UGC NET Economics syllabus and explain how ArthaPoint Plus helps you cover every section with clarity and confidence.


UGC NET Economics Syllabus 2025
UGC NET Economics Syllabus 2025

Complete UGC NET Economics Syllabus

ArthaPoint Plus covers the whole UGC NET Economics Syllabus and offers guidance for preparation for the UGC NET Economics Exam.


Microeconomics – Core Concepts & Theories

This section forms the foundation of economic reasoning. Topics include:

Theory of Consumer Behavior, Production and Costs


  • Decision-making under uncertainty and Risk

  • Game Theory (Non-Cooperative)

  • Market Structures and Equilibrium Efficiency

  • Factor Pricing and General Equilibrium

  • Pareto Optimality, Kaldor-Hicks, Wealth Maximization

  • Welfare Economics and Social Welfare Functions

  • Asymmetric Information: Adverse Selection and Moral Hazard


Macroeconomics – Analytical Framework

This unit assesses knowledge of overall economic behavior. Topics include:

Concepts and Measurement of National Income


  • Classical and Keynesian Theories of Output and Employment

  • Consumption and Investment Functions

  • Multiplier and Accelerator

  • Demand and Supply of Money

  • IS-LM Model

  • Inflation, Phillips Curve, and Business Cycles

  • Monetary and Fiscal Policy

  • Rational Expectations Hypothesis


Statistics and Econometrics – Quantitative Foundation

A critical section for analytical and problem-solving ability. Topics include:


  • Probability Theory, Distributions, Moments, Central Limit Theorem

  • Descriptive Statistics, Correlation, Index Numbers

  • Sampling Methods and Distributions

  • Statistical Inference and Hypothesis Testing

  • Linear Regression and BLUE Properties

  • Identification Problem, Simultaneous Equation Models

  • Discrete Choice Models and Time Series Analysis


Mathematical Economics – Application-Based Concepts

Mathematical tools are essential for modeling economic problems. Topics include:

Sets, Functions, Continuity, Sequences and Series


  • Differential Calculus and Applications

  • Linear Algebra, Vector Spaces

  • Static Optimization and Input-Output Models

  • Linear Programming

  • Difference and Differential Equations with Applications


International Economics – Global Trade and Finance

A highly relevant section that links theory to global economic policies. Topics include:

Basics of International Trade and Analytical Tools


  • Theories of Trade and Trade under Imperfect Competition

  • Balance of Payments and Exchange Rate Theories

  • Foreign Exchange Market, Arbitrage, Trade Multiplier

  • Gains from Trade, Terms of Trade

  • Tariffs, Non-Tariff Barriers, Dumping

  • WTO and Trade Agreements


Public Economics – Government and Market Interventions

This unit focuses on government’s role in correcting market inefficiencies. Topics include:

  • Public Goods, Externalities, and Market Failure

  • Taxation: Direct, Indirect, Progressive, and Non-Progressive

  • Incidence and Effects of Taxation

  • Public Expenditure and Public Debt

  • Budget Multiplier and Fiscal Policy

  • Market Regulation and Consumer Welfare


Money and Banking – Financial Systems

This section assesses the understanding of monetary systems. Topics include:

  • Components of Money Supply

  • Role of Central and Commercial Banks

  • Instruments of Monetary Policy

  • Non-Banking Financial Institutions

  • Capital Markets and Regulation


Growth and Development Economics – Theories and Indicators

This unit covers long-term development and economic growth models. Topics include:

  • Growth vs Development, Classical and Modern Development Theories

  • Models: Harrod-Domar, Solow, Kaldor, Robinson

  • Endogenous and Exogenous Growth

  • Indicators like PQLI, HDI, and SDGs

  • Poverty and Inequality: Measurement and Concepts

  • Social Sector Development: Health, Education, Gender

  • GATT, WTO, IMF, World Bank, Trade Policies


Environmental Economics and Demography – Contemporary Focus

Emerging areas with scoring potential. Topics include:

  • Environmental Goods, Market Failure, Coase Theorem

  • Cost-Benefit Analysis, Valuation Techniques

  • Theories of Population, Fertility, Mortality, Migration

  • Age Structure and Demographic Dividend

  • Life Tables


Indian Economy – Structure, Policy, and Performance

This section is important for its dynamic nature and policy relevance. Topics include:

  • Economic Growth in India and Sectoral Analysis (Agriculture, Industry, Services)

  • Rural and Urban Development: Issues and Policy Responses

  • Foreign Trade, BOP, Flow of Capital

  • Infrastructure and Public-Private Partnerships

  • Reforms in Land, Labor, Capital Markets

  • Centre-State Financial Relations, Finance Commissions, FRBM

  • Poverty, Unemployment, and Inequality


How ArthaPoint Plus Helps You Cover the Entire Syllabus

ArthaPoint Plus offers candidates for the UGC NET Economics Syllabus a thorough educational experience:

  • Topic-wise video lectures for each unit in the syllabus

  • Solved previous year question papers with expert solutions

  • Unit-based mock tests and self-evaluation tools

  • Live classes and recorded lectures for flexible learning

  • Doubt-solving sessions and mentor-led strategy support


Conclusion

A strong understanding of the UGC NET Economics syllabus is the first step toward success. With expert guidance, updated resources, and focused practice, every topic can be mastered. Whether you are starting fresh or aiming to improve your past performance, a structured platform like ArthaPoint Plus can make a significant difference.


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