JMET

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates typically required a Bachelor's degree with a minimum percentage (usually 50% or equivalent) from a recognized university or institute.
• Age Limit: Generally, no upper age limit is specified for JMET candidates.
• Nationality: Candidates must be Indian nationals. Some institutes might allow NRIs or foreign nationals with valid qualifications.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: The exam was conducted online/computer-based in later years, earlier it used to be offline.
• Number of Questions: Approximately 120 questions.
  • Quantitative Ability
  • Data Interpretation
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension
• Marking Scheme: Typically, one mark for each correct answer; no negative marking for incorrect answers.
• Exam Schedule: JMET was usually conducted once a year in the month of December. Notifications were released around September-October.

Syllabus

• Quantitative Ability: Number system, Arithmetic (percentages, profit & loss, averages), Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Modern Math (set theory, probability, etc.)
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar graphs, Pie charts, Line charts, Data sufficiency
• Logical Reasoning: Sequencing, Blood relations, Direction sense, Puzzles, Seating arrangements, Coding-decoding
• Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: English grammar, Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Sentence completion, Para-jumbles, Reading comprehension passages

Other Important Information

Application Process

1. Visit the official exam website (or respective IIT's official site during JMET conduct).
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill out the application form with personal, academic and contact details.
4. Upload scanned images of photograph and signature as per specifications.
5. Pay the application fee online through net banking/debit/credit card.
6. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.

Courses Offered

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) / Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) at IITs that used JMET scores.

Admit Card

The admit card was released online about 2 weeks before the exam date. Candidates had to download it from the official website by logging in using their credentials. It contained exam center details, timing, and instructions.

Results & Cut-Offs

Results were announced on the official exam website. Cut-offs varied each year depending on the difficulty level and seat availability. Typically, candidates had to meet minimum sectional and overall cut-offs to qualify for counseling.

Preparation Tips

• Understand and practice all sections regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
• Refer to standard MBA entrance exam preparation books like Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal, Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis, and Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma.
• Practice previous years’ question papers and take mock tests.
• Follow online resources and coaching materials for focused preparation.

FAQs

• Is JMET still conducted?
  No, JMET has been discontinued and replaced by CAT for the IITs management programs.
• Can I use JMET scores for admission now?
  As JMET is no longer valid, candidates must appear for CAT or other accepted exams.
• What is the difference between JMET and CAT?
  CAT is currently the primary national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by the IIMs and used by IITs as well. JMET was a precursor to CAT.
• Where can I get the latest updates for MBA entrance exams?
  Visit official websites of IIMs, IITs, and national test conducting bodies.