IIT JAM 2023 Analysis and Student reactions
Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for MSc 2025 ( IIT JAM )
Exam On - 2 Feb '25
IIT JAM 2023 exam was conducted on Sunday, February 12, in over 100 cities across India. According to candidates and experts, the exam was of moderate to tough difficulty level. Know the subject-wise analysis and student reactions for IIT JAM 2023.
IIT JAM 2023 Analysis and Student Reactions
The IIT JAM 2023 for the year has been conducted today in two slots in over 100 cities across India. IIT Guwahati, the examination conducting body organised the examination in two sessions. The morning session started from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. While the afternoon session was conducted from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Session 1 was conducted for three papers or subjects which were Chemistry, Geology and Mathematics. Session 2 had four subjects Physics, Biotechnology, Mathematical Statistics, and Economics. This article brings a detailed account of student reactions and analysis of IIT JAM 2023 across slots and subjects.
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IIT JAM 2023 Overview and Analysis
The following table brings the highlights of the IIT JAM.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam |
Online (Computer-based mode) |
| Duration |
3 Hours |
| Language of Paper |
English |
| Subjects |
Biotechnology (BL), Chemistry (CY), Economics (EN), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), and Physics (PH) |
| Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) |
| Number of Questions |
60 |
| Total Marks |
100 |
IIT JAM 2023 Slot-wise Timings
The following table brings the slot-wise timings and subjects or papers.
| Session & Time |
JAM Test Papers |
|---|---|
| Session-I 9.30 AM to 12.30 PM |
Chemistry (CY), Geology (GG) and Mathematics (MA) |
| Session-II 2.30 PM to 5.30 PM |
Economics (EN), Biotechnology (BT), Physics (PH) and Mathematical Statistics (MS) |
IIT JAM 2023 Analysis and Student Reactions Slot 1
According to the test-takers who appeared for the forenoon slot of the exam, the difficulty level of IIT JAM 2023 was moderate to tough. The majority of the candidates had appeared for the Mathematics paper followed by the Chemistry paper. While the difficulty level of Mathematics was moderate to tough, the Chemistry and Geology subjects were of easy difficulty level. Let us now take a look at the student reactions of IIT JAM 2023.
Q: How many subjects are there in IIT JAM 2025 examination?
Q: What type of questions does Section B of IIT JAM exam have?
JAM 2025 Examination will be conducted in SEVEN subjects, also referred to as Test Papers; Biotechnology (BT), Chemistry (CY), Economics (EN), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), and Physics (PH). The medium for all the Test Papers is English only.
JAM 2025 examination pattern is divoded in such a way that the exam will be conducted in the form of three sections ie., Section A, B and C.
Section - B contains a total of 10 Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) carrying two marks each. Each MSQ is similar to MCQ but with the difference that MSQ may have one or more than one correct choice (s) out of the four given choices. The candidate is awarded full credit only if all the correct answer (s) and no wrong answers are selected. Candidates can mark the answer (s) by clicking the choice (s). There is no negative marking or partial marking for MSQ.
Q: What is the format of the IIT JAM exam, and what types of questions can candidates expect?
The IIT JAM exam is a computer-based test (CBT) consisting of 60 questions for 100 marks. The exam is divided into three sections:
- Section A: This section consists of 30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) of 1 and 2 marks each.
- Section B: This section consists of 10 multiple-select questions (MSQs) of 2 marks each.
- Section C: This section consists of 20 numerical answer type (NAT) questions of 1 and 2 marks each.
Candidates can expect a variety of questions in the IIT JAM exam, covering the entire syllabus of the chosen subject. The questions are typically designed to test the candidate's conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and analytical abilities.
Vishesh: I attempted 40 questions. It was very time consuming and I am not completely sure about my accuracy level. Hoping to clear the cutoff.
Akash: The overall paper was easy to moderate. Around four to six MCQs were direct in nature.
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Rajdeep: Around 10 questions in the MCQ category were very easy and could be completed in 40 minutes. Some of the NAT questions were tricky in nature."
Sarthak: Most of the Organic Chemistry questions were tough and difficult to comprehend. MCQs were very tough. Overall I felt the paper to be very tough.
Reva: There were very few questions asked from the Analytical Equilibrium. Only five to six questions were asked.
IIT JAM 2023 Analysis and Student Reactions Slot 2
The majority of the students appeared for the Physics paper followed by Mathematical Statistics. There were few candidates for Economics and Biotechnology papers. Let us take a look at the IIT JAM 2023 Slot 2 student reactions and analysis.
Q: How many sections will be there in IIT JAM 2025 exam?
There will be 3 sections in the IIT JAM 2025 exam:
- Section A
- Section B
- Section C
Each section will have a different type of question and format, as described below:
Section A: This section will consist of 30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) of 1 and 2 marks each.
Section B: This section will consist of 10 multiple-select questions (MSQs) of 2 marks each.
Section C: This section will consist of 20 numerical answer type (NAT) questions of 1 and 2 marks each.
Q: Is the examination pattern same for all the IIT JAM 2025 exam subjects?
IIT JAM is a computer-based test of three hours duration carrying 60 questions with total of 100 marks. The exam is conducted for seven subjects, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Geology, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Economics.
The IIT JAM 2025 examination pattern is same for all the seven subjects for which the examination is being conducted. The questions are divided into three types, multiple-choice questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) and Numerical Answer Type (NAT). There is a differential marking scheme for each of these question types.
Q: What are the other miscellaneous information about IIT JAM 2024 examination pattern?
In all sections, questions not attempted will result in zero mark. There is no provision for partial marking. The candidates are required to select the answer (s) for MCQ and MSQ type questions using the mouse. The answer for NAT questions must be entered using a mouse on a virtual numeric keypad. The keyboard of the computer will be disabled.
There is a provision for using online virtual calculator. Candidates are not allowed to bring their own calculators.
A scribble pad will be provided for rough work. Candidates have to write their name and registration number before using it. The scribble pad has to be returned at the end of the examination. The examination will end automatically after the stipulated time. Candidates are required to adhere to the code of conduct specified in Annexure III (Code of Conduct).
Prashant: I appeared for the Mathematical Statistics paper. The overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The questions were from the expected lines, and the topics included Probability Theory, Statistical Theory, and Numericals, among others.
Rahul: I appeared for the Physics paper. The difficulty level was medium. The topics were Oscillations, Electronics, etc. I am from Physics background and the syllabus was similar to that of the bachelor’s level, hence I did not face any difficulty. As compared to the last year’s paper, the topics were slightly different and easier in difficulty level.
Sonu: I took the IIT JAM Physics paper and the difficulty level was neither too tough nor too easy. The topics from which questions were asked were Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Mathematical Physics, etc.
Tushan: I appeared for the Physics paper. For me, the difficulty level of the exam was tough. The questions were more on the conceptual side and lesser on the numerical side, for example, Thermostats. Some questions were very easy. The high weightage on concepts was a surprise element for me.
Soniya: I took the Economics exam of IITJAM. The level of difficulty was easy to moderate. The topics covered were Macro Economics, Micro Economics, Statistics and Mathematics.
Srishti: I had opted for the Biotechnology subject. I found the paper to be of moderate difficulty level. A few questions were really easy to answer while some required theoretical knowledge. Molecular Biology and Cell Biology had the maximum number of questions.
IIT JAM 2023 Expected Cutoff
According to experts, the difficulty level of the exam was easier than last year. Hence, the IIT JAM 2023 cutoff is likely to be higher than that of last year. As per an expert, the cutoff score for IIT JAM 2023 is expected to range from 27 to 29.
What after IIT JAM 2023
IIT Guwahati, the exam conducting body, will release the IIT JAM 2023 answer key along with the question papers on the official website by the third week of February. Candidates will be able to check the correct answers to the examination and compare their responses. The probable scores secured by the candidates in the examination can also be calculated by using the answer key. They can also file for objections within the stipulated date by paying a fee of INR 500. Once the IIT JAM 2023 result will be declared on March 22, the applications for the admission process will commence for qualified candidates.
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IIT JAM Notifications
There are 7 subjects in the IIT JAM 2025 examination:
* Biotechnology (BT)
* Chemistry (CY)
* Economics (EN)
* Geology (GG)
* Mathematical Statistics (MS)
* Mathematics (MA)
* Physics (PH)
Students can choose to appear for one or more subjects, depending on their interests and eligibility. The exam is conducted in a computer-based mode and consists of 60 questions for 100 marks.