DU JAT Books 2022: Check best books for exam preparation

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Updated on Sep 16, 2022 14:30 IST

DU JAT books help during the preparation phase of the exam. These books are specific to sections and can be used for any entrance exam having the same sections. Thus, candidates preparing for the CUET General Test can leverage the knowledge imparted via this book to score higher in CUET. To score well in the DU JAT exam, aspirants would start their preparation with the best books and study material available for it. This should be followed by the rigorous practice of DU JAT mock tests. Shiksha shares the list of best books for DU JAT preparation and study material along with the exam preparation plan

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DU JAT Books and Sample Papers
Best Books for DU JAT Preparation
How to prepare for DU JAT 2022
FAQs related to DU JAT Books

DU JAT Books and Sample Papers

Resourcing the best books for DU JAT and sample papers is of utmost importance for exam preparation. It is crucial because the entire preparation plan for DU JAT 2022 depends on this. One should opt for books that exhaustively cover all the topics and explain their answers in the simplest possible way. Candidates can get access to quality study material for DU JAT preparation from coaching institutes, which are specially designed by experts to increase their prospects of qualifying for the DU JAT exam. However, if you are planning self-study, we have got you covered.

Best Books for DU JAT Preparation

Check below the section-wise list of best books for DU JAT preparation along with other study material:

Best Books for DU JAT Preparation: Quantitative Ability

The following table brings the list of top books of DU JAT Quantitative Ability section.

DU JAT Books	Author/Publisher
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations	RS Aggarwal
Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations	Abhijit Guha
The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for competitive exams	Pearson
Mathematics Class IX to XII	NCERT

Best Books for DU JAT Preparation: Reasoning & Analytical Ability

The table below brings the top books for DU JAT Reasoning & Analytical Ability section.

DU JAT Books	Author/Publisher
A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning	R.S. Aggarwal
A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal, Non-Verbal & Analytical	Arihant publications
Short-cuts in Reasoning	Disha Publications
Analytical Reasoning	M.K. Pandey

Best Books for DU JAT Preparation: General English

Some of the best books for preparing for the General English section DU JAT.

DU JAT Books	Author/Publisher
How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT	Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay
Word Power Made Easy	Norman Lewis
High School English Grammar	Wren & Martin
General English	Arihant Publications

Best Books for General Awareness & Business Affairs

For the preparation for the General Awareness section of DU JAT 2022, candidates can refer to newspapers and current affairs magazines. Competition Success Review and Pratiyogita Darpan are the best source materials for GK preparation

Newspapers and Journal
The Hindu	The Indian Express
The Economic Times	Financial Express
Business Today	Business World
The Mint	Business Standard

DU JAT Question Papers

Aspirants should also solve previous years’ DU JAT question papers, take regular mock tests to boost their chances of clearing the exam. It will additionally help them devise a section-wise strategy for the upcoming exam. Following are the benefits of previous year question papers, mocks and sample papers:

It will help a candidate understand the DU JAT exam pattern and marking scheme of the exam.
Solving previous years' question papers helps a candidate evaluate their DU JAT preparation. Based on performance, they can identify their strengths and weaknesses.
Candidates will come across a variety of questions in DU JAT sample papers which will prepare them better for the exam
It will also help a candidate improve speed, accuracy and time management skill.

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DU JAT 2022 Application Form	DU JAT 2022 Admit Card
DU JAT 2022 Dates	DU JAT 2022 Exam Centre

How to prepare for DU JAT 2022

For DU JAT preparation, candidates should first thoroughly understand DU JAT exam pattern and DU JAT exam syllabus. The DU JAT syllabus comprises four sections--Quantitative Ability, Reasoning & Analytical Ability, General English, and Business & General Awareness.

DU JAT Exam Pattern

DU JAT question paper will consist of 100 questions. The test will be conducted for 120 minutes.

DU JAT exam	Details
Exam mode	Online
Total number of questions	100
Medium	English
Number of questions per section	25
Type of questions	Objective type
Number of sections	4
Number of answer choices	4
Marking Scheme	4 marks for correct answers -1 marks for wrong answers
Duration	2 hours
Total Marks	400

Important DU JAT Preparation tips

Candidates who are relying on self-study should go through the preparation tips mentioned below and apply them accordingly to get a good score in the DU JAT exam:

Ensure that you get maximum output from each study session during the preparation period. The focus should be on productivity. You must evaluate your takeaways from each mock practice session and work to improve your performance.
Make a list of topics that require extra attention and take measures to fix your weak areas. You can also take help from your guide or peers to clear your concepts.
It is important for a candidate to solve at least 15 to 20 DU JAT mock tests in the last two months to the examination. It imperative that they assess their performance after each mock test and should not repeat mistakes of the previous attempt.
Revision should be an integral part of your DU JAT preparation plan. Ensure that you lay equal emphasis on all four sections as all of them have equal weightage.

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FAQs related to DU JAT Books

Q: What is the best study material for GK preparation?

A: Candidates can take help from newspapers and journals. Since a lot of questions will be asked from static GK, candidates should study from the annual edition of Manorama Year Book or Lucent Publications.

Q: Can I prepare for the DU JAT exam without coaching?

A: Yes, candidates can prepare for DU JAT without joining coaching classes. However, they need to have the best study material as well as a single-minded focus during the entire preparation period.

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: Which section in the DU JAT exam has the highest weightage?

A: All four sections in the DU JAT exam have equal weightage.

Q: Where can I find study material for DU JAT online?

A: Candidates can join online BBA preparation groups on Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram where a lot of quality study material is shared.

Q: I have covered all the key topics under the DU JAT syllabus. Is it necessary to practice mocks?

A: Practicing mock tests is one of the most important aspects of the preparation process. It will help you evaluate your preparation and in making necessary changes to improve your performance in the exam.

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

A: If you are planning to study at least three months in advance, you need to put in at least four to five hours daily to stand a good chance in the exam.

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

A: There were 100 questions in DU JAT 2021, so it is very likely that 100 questions will also be asked in DU JAT 2022.

Q: Is there a section-wise time limit in the DU JAT exam?

A: No, there is no provision for the section-wise time limit in the DU JAT exam.

Q: What are the key topics in the DU JAT syllabus for Reasoning and Analytical ability?

A: The important topics under the Reasoning and Analytical ability section are Comparison, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Syllogism, Seating Arrangement etc.