Understanding DU JAT Normalisation Process
DU JAT scores are arrived after normalising the marks of candidates using equi-percentile method. Read below for more details on DU JAT normalisation of marks.
DU JAT 2022 is expected to be conducted in the first week of August. The entrance exam will be conducted in two slots on a single day. When examinations are conducted in different sessions, the question of maintaining uniformity among the different sets of question papers comes to the fore. To ensure that no candidate is at a disadvantage or benefits from this system, Delhi University has introduced the DU JAT normalisation process to calculate the scores of candidates. Under this process, the candidate’s performance is assessed based on common parameters to arrive at a normalised score. Based on this score, the rank of a candidate is decided In this article, we have simplified the process of DU JAT normalisation:
What is DU JAT normalisation process?
Large number of candidates appear for DU JAT exam conducted in two shifts across several days. The question papers of each shift are different from the other. As such, there are slight differences in the difficulty level of each shift. To ensure that the comparison of marks is fair, the score of candidates are normalized. The normalisation process is followed by the conducting authority where the exam is held in more than one session or dates.
How DU JAT normalisation works?
The marks obtained by candidates in each section - Quantitative Ability, Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General English, Business and General Awareness will be summed up to arrive at the raw scores. The score thus obtained will be normalised using the equi-percentile method.
Delhi University offers full-time MA in multiple specialisations from a number of DU-affiliated colleges. The duration of the programme is two years. Starting 2023, DU admission to all the PG courses will be subject to CUET PG scores seat allotment. Candidates who qualify for the exam have to apply on the official website for final seat allotment.
Check out the details regarding DU MA admission in the below table:
Particulars | DU MA Highlights 2023 |
|---|---|
Duration | 2 years |
Fee | INR 360 - INR 43,730 |
Number of specialisations | 38 |
Name of specialisations | English, Hindi, German, French, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, etc. |
Seats | Dependent on affiliated colleges |
Popular colleges for MA | Hindu College, Miranda House, LSR College, Hansraj College & Gargi College, etc. |
Common eligibility | BA (Hons)/ BA or any other equivalent degree in the relevant discipline with 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD |
Accepted entrance exam | CUET PG |
*The fee is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, it is indicative. Additionally, it signifies the commutative MA fee across all DU-affiliated colleges.
With more than 90 affiliated colleges, DU provides BCom (Hons) and BCom programme via more than 50 colleges. Known for their high academic standards and strong alumni base, the cut-off for admission to these colleges is usually high, and the competition is tough. However, if a candidate is looking for a top-quality education in the field of Accounting and Commerce, these colleges are a great option. The following table mentions the top five colleges of DU and their fee for BCom and BCom (Hons) programmes.
| College Name | Commere Courses Offered (UG level) | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|
| BCom style="width: 50.0888%;"> | INR 87,730 | |
| Hindu | INR 54,780 | |
| Hansraj | INR 67,140 | |
| Hansraj | INR 540 | |
| Ramjas | INR 45,470 |
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What is equi-percentile method?
The Equi-percentile equating process is a popular and internationally recognised process of score normalisation in multi-batch examinations. Under this process, the derived and equated percentile marks is compared to finalise the DU JAT 2022 merit list. Equating is a statistical process that is used to adjust for differences in difficulty among exams that are designed to be similar in difficulty and content. Shared below is the formulae to arrive at equi-percentile score:
Equi-percentile score of a Candidate = {[(Total no. of Students in a shift) – (score of the candidate in the shift)] / (Total no. of Students-1)} X 100
The percentile ranks thus arrived by equating the scores of candidates will be used to finalise the merit list.
Factors determining the ranks
The ranks of candidates will be determined based on the following factors –
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Total number of appeared candidates
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Difficulty level of examination
- Maximum marks obtained in exam
- Average score obtained by candidates
Tie-Breaking policy for merit ranking
To avoid repetition in the ranks, the tie-breaking policy is undertaken by the examination authority which is as follows –
Some of the popular DU colleges offering BSc and BSc (Hons) include Hansraj College, Acharya Narendra Dev College, Ramjas College, Deshbandhu College, Kirori Mal College, Sri Venkateswara College, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College and Dyal Singh College, among others. The following table mentions the top five colleges of DU and BSc (Hons) courses:
| College Name | BSc/ BSc Pass/ BSc Prog. Specialisations |
|---|---|
| Hindu College | Chemistry (PS) and Eonomics (PS) |
| Miranda House | Life Science and Physical Science |
| Hansraj College | Life Sciences, Physical Science with Chemistry and Physical Science with CS |
| Daulat Ram | Life Sciences |
| SVC | Life Sciences |
Known for their academic standards and strong alumni base, these colleges offer a variety of BSc and BSc (Hons) courses, such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Biology. Additionally, the cut-off for admission to these colleges is usually high, and the competition is fierce.
- Candidates having a higher percentage of marks (aggregate of best four subjects including one language) in Class 12 will be considered first.
- Candidates having higher entrance test scores will be given first preference
- Candidates having a higher percentage of marks (aggregate of best five subjects including one language) in Class 12 will be considered first.
- Candidates older in age (As per Class 10 certificate) will be given preference
Admission to the Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS), Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Investment Analysis) and BA (Hons) Business Economics programmes in the affiliated colleges of Delhi University is done based on the marks scored in the DU JAT entrance exam.
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FAQs Related to DU JAT Normalisation Process
Q: What does normalised score mean?
Q: Why DU JAT score is normalised?
Q: What is the difference between actual score and normalized score?
Q: Does DU release the scorecard of DU JAT exam?
Q: How DU JAT scores are normalized?
Q: Will GD/PI round be conducted after DU JAT exam?
Q: Will my Class 12 Board exam score be considered for DU JAT selection?
Q: How does examining authorities arrive at a cut-off score?
Q: What is equated percentage in DU JAT result 2022?
Q: What precautions should I take before deciding the order of preference for colleges?
Q: Will my marks be deducted if I don’t attempt a question in DU JAT exam?

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