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I am 40 years old. I have completed my M.A. English in distance mode from A.U with 58%. Am I eligible to write SET or NET to work as lecturer?

If you have got 55% marks or above and have completed M.A from a recognized distance mode university, then surely you will be eligible for NET or SET.

Hence, no need to worry about your distance education, just make sure that you have got a UGC DEC approved degree.

Yes, you are eligible to become a lecturer at the age of 40 years, because there is no age limit to apply for lecturer's position. If you have completed your M.A English from a recognized distance institute with minimum 50% marks then you are eligible to appear for SET or NET examination.

Hence, after qualifying the examination with good marks you can start your lectureship in colleges.

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I am 40 years old. I have completed my M.A. English in distance mode from A.U with 58%. Am I eligible to write SET or NET to work as lecturer?

You are eligible for M.A in English in distance from AU with above 58% marks so you are eligible for UGC NET and SET exam.

Those candidates who have completed masters degree from a recognized University are eligible for NET/SET exam. General and OBC candidates should hold 55% and above marks in masters degree. For SC/ST candidate its 50% and above in masters degree.

There are no age criteria.