Best Books for DU JAT 2022: Know Section-Wise Recommended Books!

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Abhishek Dhawan
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6 mins readUpdated on Mar 16, 2022 12:35 IST

Aspirants eyeing DU JAT 2022 should opt for the most resourceful study material. We are enlisting the best books that will help them in DU JAT preparation.

Best Books for DU JAT Preparation

Best Books for DU JAT 2022

DU JAT 2022 is conducted for admission to BMS, BA (Hons) Business Economics and BBA(FIA) programmes offered by a total of 16 DU JAT colleges affiliated with Delhi University. DU JAT 2022 registration will call for filling the college-course preferences. The entrance exam is likely to be held in the last week of July. NTA will be conducting DU JAT online across 20+ cities. The exam will consist of 100 multiple choice questions from four different sections to be completed in two hours.

Since there are around two months left for the DU JAT exam, aspirants need to put in extra effort to score well in the exam. And before devising a DU JAT preparation plan, it is essential for them to get composite study material and find out which are the best books for DU JAT. Since there is a lot of study material available online and offline, which makes it is a little difficult for a beginner to decide what should he opt for. Candidates should be very particular about their choice of DU JAT books because their entire preparation depends on that.

In this article, we will share the list of best books for DU JAT preparation but before zeroing in on books, candidates should first know the DU JAT exam pattern and DU JAT syllabus.

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DU JAT Exam Pattern

DU JAT exam pattern will help you understand the exam structure, marking scheme and time limit for the exam. DU JAT question paper across all the management courses comprises of 100 MCQs each carrying 4 marks. For every wrong answer, one mark will be deducted.

Q:   Is MBA available in DU?

A:

Yes, Delhi University offers a two-year MBA course across four semesters through below-mentioned departments/ colleges:

  • Faculty of Management Studies
  • Department of Finance and Business Economics 
  • Delhi School of Economics
  • DU Sol
  • National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
  • Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce

 

Q:   Which is the best college under DU?

A:

Hindu College is ranked 1st in both Arts and Science category,  Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies has topped in BBA, and Shri Ram College of Commerce is ranked 1st in Commerce. Lady Shri Ram College also bagged the first spot among other colleges for placements. Hence every other college present under DU has some benefit available for students. 

Q:   Is DU actually worth its hype?

A:

Yes, DU is actually worth its hype. The university is spread across 69 acres of land. PG 2-year students can get a package of INR 15.5 LPA as a median package. The university is visited by top companies such as BCG, HUL and Bank of America,  and others. The university is ranked 22 under the Overall category by NIRF 2023. Globally, the university is also ranked 85 by the QS World University Rankings 2023 in Asia. 

Sections

Number of questions

Marks

Quantitative Ability

25

100

Reasoning and Analytical Ability

25

100

General English

25

100

Business and General Awareness

25

100

Also Read: DU JAT Exam Pattern

DU JAT Syllabus

Aspirants should cover the entire DU JAT syllabus without dillydallying on topics that they find difficult. Questions will be asked from four sections- Quantitative Ability, Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General English and General Awareness. Aspirants eyeing DU JAT should go through the syllabus and devise a prep plan accordingly.

Section

Important Topics

Quantitative Ability

Numbers, Profit and loss, Fractions and decimals, Ratio and proportion, graphs and pie chart

Reasoning and Analytical Ability

Verbal analogy, Word sequence, Terms and prepositions, Time sequence, Number series, Direction and distance, Verbal reasoning and Missing characters

General English

Reading Comprehension, Synonyms & Antonyms, Fill in the blanks

General Awareness

Geography, Economics, History, Politics, Current Affairs, Science, Computers etc

Also Read: DU JAT Syllabus

Best Books for DU JAT Preparation

Given below are the lists of section-wise books recommended for DU JAT preparation.

DU JAT Books for Quantitative Ability:

This section evaluates the arithmetic as well as problem-solving skills of an aspirant. The candidate should opt for the following books for DU JAT 2022 preparation.

Books

Author

Maths class XI and XIIth

NCERT

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations

Abhijit Guha-McGraw-Hill Education

The Pearson Guide To Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations

Dinesh Khattar

DU JAT Books for Reasoning and Analytical Ability

This section measures aspirant’s ability to interpret data and logically work through it. Candidates can refer to the following books for this section.

Books

Author

Short-cuts in reasoning

Disha Publications

A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal, Non-Verbal & Analytical

Arihant publications

Verbal and Non-Verbal Aptitude

RS Agrawal

DU JAT Books for General English

General English evaluates an aspirant’s understanding of the English Language. Following books would come handy in preparation for English section of DU JAT 2022.

Q:   Which is the best college of Delhi University for B.A (Hons) in History?

A:

Here are some of the best colleges at Delhi University for a B.A. (Hons. ). In History: St. Stephen's College: St. Stephen's College is one of the most prestigious colleges at Delhi University. It is known for its excellent academic standards and vibrant student life. Lady Shri Ram College for Women: Lady Shri Ram College for Women is another top-ranked college at Delhi University. It is known for its strong academic programs and its commitment to gender equality. Hindu College: Hindu College is one of the oldest colleges at Delhi University. It is known for its rich history and diverse student body. Miranda House: Miranda House is one of the best women's colleges in India. It is known for its excellent academic standards and strong commitment to gender equality. Hansraj College: Hansraj College is one of the largest colleges at Delhi University. It is known for its vibrant student life and strong academic programs. These are just a few of the many great colleges at Delhi University that offer a B.A. (Hons. ). In History. The best college for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. It is important to do your research and visit the colleges before you make a decision.

Q:   Is DU a good option for UG courses, such as BA, BSc (Hons) and BCom?

A:

DU was recently ranked #328 in the 'University' category by QS World Ranking 2025 and 11 by NIRF in 2023. The university is not ranked for any major course such as BSc, however, it consistently gets ranked for the 'University' category by NIRF over the past years. Ranking trends for DU for the past three years are mentioned in the table below.

Ranking Body

2021

2022

2023

NIRF

19

13

11

QS Asia 

71

77

85

India Today

1-10

Not Available

Not Available

QS Global

501-510

501 - 510

521 - 530

TIMES Higher Ranking

601 - 800

801 - 1000

Not Available

The following table mentions the placement statistics foe UG courses offered at DU affiliated colleges:

Course

Total Students & Students Placed

Median Package (2023)

UG 3-year (BA,  BSc,  BCom)

Total Students: 266

Students Placed: 190

INR 5.5 LPA

In the absence of BSc-specific placements data, the above-mentioned data is gathered from sources other than the official website, i.e., NIRF. Going  by the ranking received by the university and its placements records, it can be considered a reputed option for BSc and other UG programmes such as BA and BCom. 

Q:   Is MA available at DU?

A:

Delhi University offers full-time MA in multiple specialisations from a number of DU-affiliated colleges. The duration of the programme is two years. Starting 2023, DU admission to all the PG courses will be subject to CUET PG scores seat allotment. Candidates who qualify for the exam have to apply on the official website for final seat allotment. 

Check out the details regarding DU MA admission in the below table:

Particulars

DU MA Highlights 2023

Duration

2 years

Fee

INR 360 - INR 43,730

Number of specialisations

38

Name of specialisations

English, Hindi, German, French, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, etc. 

Seats

Dependent on affiliated colleges

Popular colleges for MA

Hindu College, Miranda House, LSR College, Hansraj College & Gargi College, etc. 

Common eligibility

BA (Hons)/ BA or any other equivalent degree in the relevant discipline with 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD

Accepted entrance exam

CUET PG

*The fee is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, it is indicative. Additionally, it signifies the commutative MA fee across all DU-affiliated colleges.

Q:   Which are the most popular colleges for BCom (Hons) under DU?

A:

With more than 90 affiliated colleges, DU provides BCom (Hons) and BCom programme via more than 50 colleges. Known for their high academic standards and strong alumni base, the cut-off for admission to these colleges is usually high, and the competition is tough. However, if a candidate is looking for a top-quality education in the field of Accounting and Commerce, these colleges are a great option. The following table mentions the top five colleges of DU and their fee for BCom and BCom (Hons) programmes. 

College NameCommere Courses Offered (UG level)Total Fee
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BCom (Hons)

INR 87,730

Hindu

BCom (Hons)

INR 54,780
Hansraj

BCom (Hons)

INR 67,140
Hansraj

BCom (Hons)

INR 540
Ramjas

BCom (Hons) and BCom (Prog)

INR 45,470

Q:   Which are the top DU-affiliated colleges for BSc and BSc (Hons)?

A:

Some of the popular DU colleges offering BSc and BSc (Hons) include Hansraj College, Acharya Narendra Dev College, Ramjas College, Deshbandhu College, Kirori Mal College, Sri Venkateswara College, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College and Dyal Singh College, among others.  The following table mentions the top five colleges of DU and BSc (Hons) programmes:

College NameBSc/ BSc Pass/ BSc Prog. Specialisations
Hindu CollegeChemistry (PS) and Eonomics (PS)
Miranda HouseLife Science and Physical Science
Hansraj CollegeLife Sciences, Physical Science with Chemistry and Physical Science with CS
Daulat RamLife Sciences
SVCLife Sciences

Known for their academic standards and strong alumni base, these colleges offer a variety of BSc and BSc (Hons) courses, such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Biology. Additionally, the cut-off for admission to these colleges is usually high, and the competition is fierce.

Books

Author

General English

Arihant Publications

Word Power Made Easy

Norman Lewis

High School English Grammar

Wren and Martin

DU JAT Books for Business and General Awareness

Business and General Awareness section checks candidate’s knowledge of the latest happenings across the world. To prepare for this section of DU JAT exam, refer to the following:

Books

Author

General Knowledge

Lucent publications

Manorama Year book

Manorama

Newspapers

The Hindu, Indian Express, Times of India

DU JAT Previous Year Question Papers

Besides referring to the best books for DU JAT 2022, candidates must solve the DU JAT previous year question paper and practice as many mocks as possible. It will help you devise a section-wise strategy for the upcoming exam. Following are the benefits of practising the DUJAT question paper

  • The candidate will be able to manage their time in a better way
  • Candidates would learn to handle pressure
  • It will also improve speed and accuracy
  • With practice, the candidate can ace the art of selecting the right questions

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DU JAT Preparation FAQs

Q: How can I get a good score in General Awareness Section?

A: Candidates need to devise a specific strategy to take on the challenge of GK.
  • Reading the newspaper and journals
  • Make list of important events in the recent past
  • Create a separate list for Static GK and cover topics such as History, Geography, Constitution, Science, Economy and Miscellaneous.
  • For Business Awareness, cover CEO appointments, company taglines, mergers & acquisitions, conglomerates & their brands etc.

Q: How many questions will be there in DU JAT 2022 question paper?

A: DU JAT 2022 question paper will have 100 Multiple-Choice questions of four marks each.

Q: What is the order of sections in the DU JAT question paper?

A: The order of DU JAT sections is as follows:

  • Quantitative Ability
  • Reasoning & Analytical Ability
  • General English
  • Business & General Awareness

Q: Which books are best for Quant preparation?

A: Candidates should build on their fundamentals by studying NCERT Mathematics books from class IX to XII. They can also refer to Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Abhijeet Guha for Quant preparation.

Q: How can I improve my speed at solving questions?

A: Practising mocks within a stipulated time limit will be helpful in improving your speed.

Q: What are the best books available for General English preparation for the DU JAT exam?

A: For working on the foundation, candidates can refer to High School Grammar by Wren & Martin and then they can study General English for Competitive Exams by Disha Experts.

Q: How many questions will be asked from GK in DU JAT?

A: There will be 25 questions from GK in DU JAT. All the questions will be in MCQ format.

Q: When is the registration deadline for the DU JAT exam?

A: DU JAT application process is scheduled to end within one month of the commencement date.

Q: What is the importance of the score normalization process?

A: In the DUJAT exam, question papers for each shift are different, therefore the difficulty level of the questions may vary. To adjust the difficulty levels of question papers, the marks of candidates are normalised.

Q: What is the overall difficulty level of the DU JAT exam?

A: Overall, the DU JAT exam is generally moderate in terms of difficulty level. However, it has been seen previously that some questions in Reasoning & Analytical Ability has turned out to be difficult.

Q: What is the requisite amount of hours I need to put in for DU JAT preparation?

A: Candidates eyeing the DU JAT exam need to plan their studies at least three months in advance. They should invest at least 4 to 5 hours daily to stand a good chance in the exam.
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