DU JAT 2021: Last Minute Preparation Tips & Exam Day Guidelines

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Anangsha Patra
Deputy Manager – Editorial
5 mins readUpdated on Apr 28, 2021 12:26 IST

DU JAT 2021 exam is expected to be conducted in the last week of July. Read below for DU JAT 2021 last-minute preparation tips and exam day guidelines.

DU JAT 2021 is expected to be held in the last week of July 2021. With the exams in offing, the DU JAT preparations must be in full swing. Despite good planning, candidates tend to get nervous in the last few days to the exam. In order to avoid these last-minute jitters, candidates should focus on preserving what they have studied so far and avoid waddling into new topics.  Shiksha has prepared a list of last-minute tips for DU JAT 2021 to help you perform well in the exam.

DU JAT 2021 Last Minute Preparation Tips

Check DU JAT 2021 last-minute preparation tips below

Revise all formula and tricks

Keep revising the list of important formulas and shortcut tricks in quick succession. Make it a habit to recall all the key formulas before going to bed. It will help you clear all kinds of confusion and it strengthens what you have already studied. If an error occurs due to a gap in the fundamentals, revise the basics. Doing so will ensure that you do not repeat the same mistakes in the actual exam. 

Develop a Sound Exam day Strategy

Develop a solid exam day plan days in advance. Based on your strength and weakness, you can decide how to go about doing different sections. It is important to identify the easy sets in the beginning before moving to the difficult ones. One should not get overwhelmed if the first few questions turn out to be difficult. It is equally important to read all the instructions carefully before taking the exam.

Learn to say No
While you solve mocks over a period of time, you will gradually develop an eye for questions that is likely to consume more than the usual time. It often happens by spending more than the stipulated time on one or two difficult questions, candidates lose out on easier ones that carry equal marks.  So, lay equal emphasis on all the sections and learn to say no to questions that can potentially waste your precious time during the exam.

Focus on Strength

Trying to learn new topics that you might have evaded so far, out of fear or confusion, could be counterproductive. The best practice in the last few days of the exam should be to focus on your strengths. Try to improve your speed in questions based on topics you are well-versed with. Apart from practising mocks, you should also focus on making the concepts transparent. Rather than learning new topics, you should pay attention to retaining what you have learned so far.

Do not Overstress

Taking unnecessary stress in the last few days to the exam could be counter-productive; you should take short breaks and engage in activities like meditation and yoga to rejuvenate your mind. Stay hydrated and consume light food before studying hours. It reduces fatigue and helps in improving concentration. You should also treat the entrance exam as another mock where you cannot compromise on time.

DU JAT 2021 Exam Day Guidelines

  • Do not forget to carry the admit card to the exam centre
  • Candidates should carry one photo-identity proof along with the admit card (Aadhaar Card, Driving License, PAN Card, Voter Identity Card, Passport or College Identity Card)
  • Reach the exam centre 90 minutes before the commencement of the exam
  • The registration desk will close 30 minutes prior to the exam. No entry will be allowed once the registration desk is closed.
  • Candidates should sit on their allocated seat only
  • Candidates are not allowed to carry any baggage inside the exam centre
  • Candidates must sign and paste their photograph on the attendance sheet

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DU JAT Preparation FAQs

Q: How many questions will be there in DU JAT 2021 question paper?

A: Typically, there are 100 questions in the DU JAT question paper, so it is very likely that 100 questions will also be asked in DU JAT 2021.

Q: Which is the toughest section of the DU JAT question paper?

A: Usually, the Reasoning & Analytical Ability section is considered the toughest among the four sections.

Q: Which section in DU JAT carries maximum weightage?

A: Every section in the DU JAT exam carries equal weightage i.e. 100 marks for each section.

Q: Does Delhi University compensate the travel expenses of the candidate?

A: No, DU will not bear the cost of the candidate's travel expenses.

Q: Will there be any sectional time limit in DU JAT 2021?

A: No, there is no sectional time limit in DU JAT; candidates will be allowed to navigate across sections during the exam

Q: What will be the duration of DU JAT 2021?

A: The National Testing Agency conducts DU JAT for two hours every year. DU JAT 2021 will likely have the same structure. 

Q: How should I prepare for Reading Comprehension in the General English Section?

A: There is no defined syllabus for Reading Comprehension. It will expectedly have passages from current affairs, literature or abstract topics.

Q: What is the exam pattern for DU JAT 2021?

A: DU JAT comprises 100 multiple-choice questions carrying four marks each. The test will be conducted for two hours. 

Q: Will studying last-minute lead to poor performance in DU JAT 2021?

A. Research suggests studying until late night hours or waking up early morning on the exam day leads to lowering the concentration, further resulting in poor academic performance.

Q: What per cent of the class 12 score is used for calculating DU JAT cut off?

A: 35% of the candidate's class 12 board exam score and 65 % of his DU jAT score are used for calculating DU JAT cut off.

Q: Do I need to clear sectional cut off to feature in the merit list?

A: Yes, clearing sectional cut off is a must for making it to the final merit list.

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Anangsha Patra
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A mass communication and journalism post-graduate, Anangsha has worked as a reporter and sub-editor and enjoys working in the education domain.

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