IIT JAM Exam Pattern 2020 | How Marking is Done in IIT JAM Exam?
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IIT JAM Exam Pattern [Updated]
The candidates hereby are provided the complete paper pattern of IIT JAM Exam 2020. Please have a look below!
| Sections | Section A | Section B | Section C |
| Number of Questions | 30 | 10 | 20 |
| Marks | 10 ques. of 1 mark each and 20 ques. of 2 marks each. | 2 marks for each question | 10 ques. of 1 mark each and 10 ques. of 2 marks each. |
| Negative Marking | For 1 mark ques - 1/3 marks will be deducted. | No negative marking | No negative marking |
| For 2 marks ques - 2/3 marks will be deducted. | |||
| Types of Question | Multiple Choice | Multiple Choice | No options will be displayed |
| Mode of Exam | Online | Online | Online |
| Total number of Question | 60 | ||
| Total Marks | 100 | ||
For each test paper, the duration of the examination will be 3 hours. The medium for all the test papers will be English only. IIT JAM Paper Pattern consists of three types of questions.
The JAM 2020 Examination for each test papers will be carried out as an ONLINE Computer Based Test (CBT). All the six Test Papers of JAM 2020 will be of fully objective type, with three different patterns of questions as follows:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ): As per the IIT JAM Exam Pattern, each MCQ type question has four choices out of which only one choice is the correct answer.
Multiple Select Questions (MSQ): As per the IIT JAM Exam Pattern, each MSQ type question is similar to MCQ but with a difference that there may be one or more than one choice(s) that are correct out of the four given choices. The candidate gets full credit if he/she selects all the correct answers only and no wrong answers. Candidates can mark the answer(s) by clicking the choice(s).
Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions: As per the IIT JAM Exam Pattern, each NAT type question, the answer is a signed real number which needs to be entered using the virtual keypad on the monitor. No choices will be shown for these type of questions.
There will be a total of 60 questions carrying 100 marks. The entire paper will be divided into three sections, A, B and C. All sections are compulsory. Questions in each section are of different types as given below:
Section-A contains a total of 30 MCQ carrying one or two marks each.
Section-B contains a total of 10 MSQ carrying two marks each.
Section-C contains a total of 20 NAT questions carrying one or two marks each.
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IIT JAM 2020 Marking Pattern & Negative Marking
The candidates can check the marking scheme below-
In all sections, questions not attempted will result in zero mark.
In Section-A (MCQ), incorrect answer will result in negative marks. For all 1 mark questions, 1/3 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer. For all 2 marks questions, 2/3 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
In Section-B (MSQ), there is no negative and no partial marking provisions.
There is no negative marking in Section-C (NAT) as well.
IIT JAM Exam Pattern 2020 - Papers, Sessions and Timing
As you know, JAM 2020 examination is divided into two sessions. The first session will start at 9:30 am while the second session will begin at 2:30 pm. The list of papers under each session and their timings are given below: -
| Papers | Session | Timings |
| Biotechnology (BT) | Session I | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm |
| Chemistry (CY) | Session II | 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm |
| Geology (GG) | Session II | 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm |
| Mathematical Statistics (MS) | Session I | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm |
| Mathematics (MA) | Session II | 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm |
| Physics (PH) | Session I | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm |
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- PriyHow many papers are there???? Plz tell me? Only 100 marks?Likes(0) Reply(4)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello, Priyanala, Greetings from Eduncle! JAM exam in a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of all objective type of questions, with each question having 4 options, out of which you have to select the correct answer. For all the 7 subjects for which JAM is conducted, each subject question paper consists of a total of 60 questions of 100 Marks (in Total). I hope you have found a justified answer to your query. Thanks and Good Luck for your learning endeavours.Priyanka MahalleSir I completed my B.Sc. in biology from karanja(lad)Priyanka MahalleI already completed my graduation and now I am completing my M.Sc in zoology can I solve the paper biological sciences. Is this possible Sir?Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Priyanka, You are eligible for IIT JAM Biological Paper 2019. As IIT JAM do not have any upper age cap, any B.Sc. candidate can apply for the exam. You can check the detailed JAM Eligibility criteria here. Thanks for asking! Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- Fasila BegamI'm a B.Ed student, Am I eligible for IIT JAM after completing it?Likes(0) Reply(4)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Fasila, Greetings from Eduncle! Thanks for sharing your query with us! IIT JAM Exam is the entrance and eligibility test for aspirants who wish to pursue M.Sc. and M.Sc.-PhD Dual Degree Courses from IITs and IISc Bangalore. You are not eligible to take this test as you have your Graduation Degree in Education. Instead you can pursue your Masters Degree like M.Ed. and then take the CBSE UGC NET Exam. get complete details about UGC NET Exam at Eduncle! Kind Regards, Eduncle TeamFasila BegamI've completed B.Sc physics before B.Ed. Amn't I eligible for M.Sc in IIT?Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Fasila, Greetings from Eduncle! Thanks for sharing your query with us! Yes you are eligible to appear for IIT JAM Exam in this scenario, as you have completed your B.Sc. Physics. Call on our toll-free number - 1800-120-1021 for IIT JAM Physics Study Material and Preparation Guide. Kind Regards, Eduncle TeamRosalin Priyadarshini JenaYes
- Pranav Kumariit jam is also offline .......?Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Pranav, Greetings from Eduncle! No. IIT JAM is conducted online. Thanks for asking your query with us! Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- ShreeyaI am a botany student. What should I go for biological science or biotechnology? In which field there is more job opportunity?Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Shreeya, Greetings from Eduncle! As you're a botany student, you can go for IIT JAM Biological Sciences Exam. Thanks for asking your query with us! Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- FirozSir can graduate in mechanical engineering apply for msc in mathematics??Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Firoz, Greetings from Eduncle! Yes, you can do M.Sc. after pursuing B-Tech. You can either go for IIT JAM Physics or IIT JAM Mathematics. Thanks for asking your query with us! Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- SujataMam I am in bsc 3rd year with botany chemistry and biotechnology as sub combination am I eligible for iit msc biotechnology?Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Sujata, Greetings from Eduncle! If you meet the required percentage criteria, then yes you're eligible for IIT JAM Exam 2018. Thanks for asking us! Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- Vidya VijaykumarI completed Bsc (hons) agriculture.Am I eligible for attending IIT JAM in biological science subject?Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Vidya, Greetings from Eduncle! Thanks for asking your query with us! Yes, you’re eligible! Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- KaushalWhat is marks distribution of the topic mathematics syllabus please tell me.Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleThe marks distribution is given in the blog.
- Dineshkumar.bSir, I am studying third year in bsc microbiology.. so, is am eligible for iit jam biotechnology paperLikes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleHello Dinesh, Greetings! Thanks for sharing your query with us! Yes, you can apply for IIT JAM Exam if your final year result can be declared soon. For more information, please visit - IIT JAM Eligibility Criteria 2018. Kind Regards, Eduncle Team
- DivyaIf i select two correct answers out of three correct options in msq section and i don't select any wrong option. would i get marks?Likes(0) Reply(1)Eduncle Team @EduncleThere is no negative marking for MSQ and NAT section.
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