Understanding DU JAT Normalisation Process

Abhishek
Abhishek Dhawan
Assistant Manager – Editorial Content
4 mins readUpdated on Mar 22, 2022 23:05 IST

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.

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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.

Q:   Is MBA available in DU?
A:

Yes, Delhi University offers a two-year MBA course across four semesters through below-mentioned departments/ colleges:

  • Faculty of Management Studies
  • Department of Finance and Business Economics 
  • Delhi School of Economics
  • DU Sol
  • National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
  • Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce

 

Q:   Is MA available at DU?
A:

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.

Q:   Which are the most popular colleges for BCom (Hons) under DU?
A:

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 NameCommere Courses Offered (UG level)Total Fee
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BCom (Hons)

INR 87,730

Hindu

BCom (Hons)

INR 54,780
Hansraj

BCom (Hons)

INR 67,140
Hansraj

BCom (Hons)

INR 540
Ramjas

BCom (Hons) and BCom (Prog)

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 –

  • Total number of appeared candidates

  • 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 –

Q:   Which are the top DU-affiliated colleges for BSc and BSc (Hons)?
A:

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 NameBSc/ BSc Pass/ BSc Prog. Specialisations
Hindu CollegeChemistry (PS) and Eonomics (PS)
Miranda HouseLife Science and Physical Science
Hansraj CollegeLife Sciences, Physical Science with Chemistry and Physical Science with CS
Daulat RamLife Sciences
SVCLife 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?

A: Normalised scores mean adjusting values measured on different scales based on common parameters.

Q: Why DU JAT score is normalised?

A: Since DU JAT is conducted in multiple sessions, the question of maintaining uniformity in a different set of DU JAT question paper comes to the fore. To ensure that the comparison of marks is fair, the score of candidates are normalized.

Q: What is the difference between actual score and normalized score?

A: Actual score are the marks allotted to candidates as per the accuracy of their answers. Normalized score are the marks which are calculated using the actual score.

Q: Does DU release the scorecard of DU JAT exam?

A: Yes, candidates can download their scorecard by logging with the required credentials.

Q: How DU JAT scores are normalized?

A: The scores of candidates appearing in DU JAT exam will be normalised using the equi-percentile method.  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

Q: Will GD/PI round be conducted after DU JAT exam?

A: No, GD/PI round will not be conducted after declaration of DU JAT results. Test takers will be selected based on DU JAT score and Class 12 Board Result.

Q: Will my Class 12 Board exam score be considered for DU JAT selection?

A: Yes, 35 per cent of Class 12 board score is taken into account while shortlisting candidates.

Q: How does examining authorities arrive at a cut-off score?

A: The cut-off list is prepared by summing up 65% of DU JAT score and 35% of the class 12 score of the aspirant.

Q: What is equated percentage in DU JAT result 2022?

A: The equated percentage in DU JAT result indicates the normalised marks of candidates.

Q: What precautions should I take before deciding the order of preference for colleges?

A: Candidates should examine the location of the college and college fee for the course before finalizing their order of preference.

Q: Will my marks be deducted if I don’t attempt a question in DU JAT exam?

A: No marks will be deducted for not attempting a question.
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