The Women Development Cell of GEMS (WDC) , in association with Club Dream Unlockers, organised an academic enrichment programme titled “EmpowerNET: Mastering Paper I Strategy” on 29 January 2026 at the Research Centre. The programme aimed at empowering postgraduate students by providing them with a clear understanding of the structure, syllabus, and strategic importance of Paper I in the NET examination. The session was conducted from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and witnessed enthusiastic participation from students aspiring for academic and research careers.


The Welcome Address was delivered by Club Dream Unlockers Co-ordinator Ms. Hina Hanan. It was presided over by WDC Co-ordinator Ms. Ashima Thodengal. The session was led by Mr. Mohammed Asif K, a reputed UGC NET/JRF coach and faculty member at JDT Islam VHSS, Calicut. Through an engaging and well-structured presentation, the resource person elaborated on the core components of the Paper I syllabus and shared practical preparation strategies, time-management techniques, and smart approaches to answering questions. Special emphasis was laid on integrating postgraduate-level learning with NET preparation, thereby helping students align their academic studies with competitive examination goals. The interactive nature of the session enabled participants to clarify their doubts and gain valuable insights into effective preparation methods. Participants shared valuable feedback on their experience. The event concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Hamna (2nd Semester Student, MA English language and literature).


The programme was highly beneficial in enhancing students’ confidence, motivation, and clarity regarding UGC NET preparation. It successfully encouraged participants to adopt a strategic and disciplined approach towards their academic pursuits while nurturing aspirations for research and teaching careers.