12 Frequently asked questions about DUJAT 2021

If you are planning to take admission in Delhi University, you are expected to be preparing for DU-JAT (a highly competitive exam). Every year around 20000 students appear for this exam and they have number of doubts/questions related to it. Here are some frequently asked questions which may help you in preparing for DU JAT.

Q1. What is the syllabus for DU JAT?

Ans. According to DU JAT 2020 (slot 1) paper:

Topics in LR:

• Circular Arrangements
• Tabular Arrangements
• Number Series (odd one out)
• Letter Series (odd one out)
• Analogies
• Coding
• Mathematical Operators
• Series Completion
• Critical Reasoning
• Syllogisms
• Non-verbal Reasoning
• Clocks
• Calendars

Topics in QA:

• Functions/graphs
• Geometry
• Time and Work
• Matrices
• Functions
• Trigonometry
• Sequence and Series
• Modulus
• Quadratic Equations
• Binomial Theorem
• inequalities
• Logarithms
• Time and Distance
• Set Theory
• SI/CI
• P & C
• Differentiation
• Probability
• Integration
• Limits
• Mixtures

Topics in GK:

• International Organizations
• Current Business News
• Current News Sports
• Basic Science (Diseases and Causes)

Topics in VA:

• Reading Comprehension
• Antonym/Synonym
• Para jumbles
• Fill in the blanks (preposition based)
• Change of Voice
• Vocabulary

In addition to this, in the past, there have been questions from topics like conic sections, AoD in QA. Also, the distribution of questions among sections was not uniform in 2020.

Q2. How tough is DU JAT?

Ans. If one is to attempt just the DU JAT test paper, he or she would actually find it not that difficult. What makes DU JAT difficult is competition. Highly focused individuals, who only want to achieve the best, appear for this exam. They fight for every single mark in boards and then they do the same in DU JAT.

This fact makes DU JAT one of the most difficult exams and not its syllabus.

Q3. What is the eligibility for DUJAT?

Ans. Based on the eligibility of DU JAT 2020, a student must have Maths and English subjects in Class 12th or equivalent. Also, the score in best 4 subjects should be more than 60 %.

Q4. Will there be a personal interview in the DUJAT?

Ans. There used to be a PI round in SSCBS admission process in the past. But, this round has been discontinued since 2018. Having said that, nothing can be commented on whether this round will make a comeback in any of the future editions of the exam.

Q5. What should I study for DUJAT to crack the SSCBS?

Ans. In order to get into SSCBS, you have to master the topics mentioned above. Apart from this, you also have to prepare for the exam and the best preparation for an exam happens by taking mock exams. You can check this page to get access to DU JAT mock test series. You can fine-tune your preparation with the help of these papers and fill the loopholes.

Q6. Can we apply in DUJAT without maths?

Ans. Eligibility clearly states that there has to be a Maths subject on a student’s mark-sheet.

Q7. What is the book list to crack the DUJAT for a BBA?

Ans. If you are preparing by self, you can use 11^th & 12^th RD Sharma along with any aptitude-based book. This will cover the entire syllabus. In order to take mock exams, you should try this. You can get only those mock test series which you want to appear to and don’t have to buy unnecessary papers.

Q8. What is the syllabus for maths in DUJAT?

Ans. According to 2020, DU JAT paper, the following topics were included in the paper.

• Functions/graphs
• Geometry
• Time and Work
• Matrices
• Functions
• Trigonometry
• Sequence and Series
• Modulus
• Quadratic Equations
• Binomial Theorem
• inequalities
• Logarithms
• Time and Distance
• Set Theory
• SI/CI
• P & C
• Differentiation
• Probability
• Integration
• Limits
• Mixtures

Q9. Is crash course enough to crack DU JAT?

Ans. Crash course is a training program, which begins after the boards are over and runs for a period of 2 to 4 months. In the case of DU JAT, a crash course is enough, as most of the maths has already been covered in 11^th and 12^th. The students just need to focus on GA, BA and Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning, which can be managed within a period of 2 months. We have been preparing students in Crash course for DU JAT and getting great results.

Q10. Should I prepare for the DUJAT and IPM entrance at the same time? Is it possible?

Ans. Yes, it is very much possible. If you are preparing for DU JAT, you are preparing for all the topics in Maths and English in IPM as well. As the exams are of different pattern, you should look for a test series of IPM and DU JAT. This will give you better preparation before getting into the exam hall. You can use this website to buy the IPMAT and DU JAT test series.

Q11. Which colleges consider the DUJAT score?

Ans. There are a total of 17 colleges in DU which accept DUJAT score for admission into three courses, BMS, BBE and BFIA.

B.A. (Hons.) Business Economics

Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS)

Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Investment Analysis) BBA(FIA)

Q12. Can I give exams like DUJAT with applied math?

Ans. There is no clarity yet on this. But logic says that the applicants with applied maths would be allowed to appear for DU JAT exam. As applied maths is introduced specifically for commerce and humanities students. And majority takers of DU JAT are commerce students. Students will avoid taking applied maths if it prohibits them from appearing for DU JAT.

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