JKSET Exam Pattern 2023 is released by the University of Jammu along with the official notification JKSET 2023. Candidates who are interested in appearing in the JKSET/LASET 2023 Exam must go through the prescribed exam pattern to optimise their examination preparation and have a better understanding of the exam structure, types of questions, marking scheme and so on.
The Jammu Kashmir State Eligibility Test is divided into two primary papers, i.e. Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 is common for every aspirant while candidates can choose a paper subject from 39 different subjects or topics to cover under the syllabus. One must keep in mind that the exam pattern for both papers differs from one another.
Detail (s) | Paper I | Paper II |
Mode of Examination | Offline | Offline |
Duration | One Hour (60 minutes) | Two hours (120 minutes) |
Timing | 10.00 am to 11:00 am | 11.30 am to 1.30 pm |
Section | Teaching and Research Aptitude | 39 Subjects |
Total Number of Questions | 50 | 100 |
Weightage | 100 Marks | 200 Marks |
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JKSET Exam Pattern 2023
The JKSET Exam pattern is different for both papers, i.e., Paper 1 and Paper 2. The questionnaire of the said exam predominantly comprises:
- Multiple-choice Questions (MCQs)
- Match-the-following Questions
- Assertion and Reasoning Questions
- True and False Questions
Candidates who want to get a PDF of the JKSET 2023 notification can download it from the official website. Individuals who wish to work as Assistant Professors in universities under the state of Jammu and Kashmir are required to undertake both papers. Individuals sitting for the JKSET Paper 1 can expect to come across questions covered from the ‘Teaching and Aptitude’ Section’, while Paper 2 is administered for all 39 subjects. It is important for aspirants to go through the prescribed exam pattern to understand the intricacies of the exam and its structure/pattern. Doing so will help one expedite their preparation beforehand.
JKSET Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2023
Those who wish to appear for the JKSET Exam Paper 1 must cover topics from the ‘Teaching and Aptitude’ Section of the syllabus to enhance their chances of securing better scores.
The questionnaire of the paper comprises fifty objective-based questions that carry a weightage of 2 marks each. The total duration for completing the said exam is one hour. Refer to the table below to go through the examination pattern for JKSET Paper 1.
Sections | Teaching and Research Aptitude |
Total Number of Questions | Fifty (50) |
Weightage | One Hundred (100) |
Duration | One Hour (60 minutes) |
Timing | 10.00 am – 11.00 am |
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JKSET Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2023
Paper 2 of the JKSET Exam is administered for all 39 subjects. Individuals are required to select their preferred PG subject during the registration process. The said paper typically encompasses a total of a hundred objective-based questions. Each question carries a weight of two marks. The total duration for attempting the said paper is two hours. Refer to the table below to go through the examination pattern.
Sections | 39 Subjects |
Total Number of Questions | One Hundred (100) |
Weightage | Two Hundred (200) |
Duration | Two Hours (120 minutes) |
Timing | 11.30 am – 1.30 pm |
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JKSET 2023 Marking Scheme
Candidates attempting both papers of the JKSET Exam will be awarded two marks for every correct response. Individuals aspiring to undertake the exam can rest assured as there is no negative marking for erroneous or invalid responses. However, one must evaluate the questionnaire carefully prior to attempting the papers as it may result in the loss of time and energy.
Paper 1 and Paper 2 Marking Scheme | |
Marks Allotted | +2 for Every correct response No Negative Marking |
Duration of Exam | 1 to 2 Hours |
Total Marks | 100-200 |
Total Questions | 50-100 |
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FAQs
The JKSET Paper 1 consists of fifty objective-based questions while the paper comprises one hundred questions.
Candidates appearing for both the JKSET papers will be awarded two marks for every correct response. Aspirants can rest assured that they will not be negatively marked for incorrect responses.
Candidates appearing for the JKSET 2023 exam are required to pay the requisite registration fees of INR 1,100.
No, the JKSET Exam does not have negative markings for erroneous answers.
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