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Joint Entrance Management Aptitude Test, commonly known as the JEMAT exam, is conducted by the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT) to select eligible and qualified candidates for admission in the various management courses like MBA and MHA in the top business schools of the West Bengal.
The JEMAT exam is conducted annually by MAKAUT. Before discussing the examination pattern in detailed information, here is an overview of the JEMAT examination 2023.
| Name of the Exam | Joint Entrance Management Aptitude Test (JEMAT) |
| Examination Conducting Body | Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT) |
| Level of Exam | State-level postgraduate entrance examination |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Duration of the Examination | 1 hour (60 minutes) |
| Type of Question | Multiple choice questions (MCQs) |
| Language of the Examination | English |
| Official Website | www.cetmat.formflix.com/jemat/home |
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JEMAT Exam Pattern
The examination pattern for the JEMAT exam 2023 is yet to be released by the MAKAUT. However, based on the previous year’s examination pattern, we have gathered information regarding the exam pattern so that the appearing candidates can get acquainted with the pattern to avoid any last-minute panic during the examination and prepare accordingly.
The JEMAT exam is conducted for admission to management courses in institutes located in West Bengal. The exam is conducted in 1-hour duration in selected cities of West Bengal. Refer to the overview table for more information regarding the JEMAT examination pattern.
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of examination | Computer-based test (online) |
| Duration of the Examination | 1 hour (60 minutes) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) |
| Language of the Examination | English |
| Total Number of Questions | 50 |
| Total Number of Marks | 100 |
| Negative Marking | -0.25 for every incorrect answer |
Also Read: JEMAT Sample Papers 2023
JEMAT Exam Subject-Wise Weightage
Since the subject-wise weightage of the JEMAT exam for the year 2023 is yet to be released, we have prepared the tentative subject-wise weightage on the basis of the previous year’s examination.
The JEMAT paper is expected to be divided into three sections namely: general English, mathematics and logical reasoning. As mentioned earlier, there will be 50 questions in three sections of the exam.
| Subjects | Total number of Questions | Total Marks |
| General English | 20 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 40 |
| Logical reasoning | 10 | 20 |
| Total | 50 | 100 |
JEMAT Exam Marking Scheme
Before appearing for the JEMAT exam, a candidate should be aware of the marking scheme and proceed with answering the questions. According to last year’s JEMAT examination, for every correct answer, 2 marks will be rewarded and for every incorrect response, 0.25 will be deducted. However, no marks will be deducted if a question is left unattempted. Aspiring candidates are advised to attempt the questions carefully as an incorrect answer will result in a deduction of marks and the overall score of the exam will be affected as a result.
FAQs
The application fee for the JEMAT exam 2023 is different for each category. The candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories have to pay INR 600 and candidates from SC/ST/PwD categories have to pay INR 300.
Yes, for an incorrect response, 0.25 marks will be deducted from the JEMAT exam 2023.
No, there are no descriptive questions in the JEMAT exam, only MCQs.
In this blog, we have discussed the overall examination pattern and the subject-wise pattern of the JEMAT exam 2023 in detail for candidates looking to secure admissions through the JEMAT exam. We hope candidates find the information useful and it will help aid their examination preparation and admission process further.
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