Check out the JMI Entrance Exam Day rules and COVID-19 safety instructions one should follow at all times.
The Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) Entrance Exam is set to commence from October 10, 2020, onwards and thousands of students from all over India have applied for admission to the courses offered at Jamia Millia Islamia. However, the main talking point will be appearing for the national-level entrance exam amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. With the COVID-19 cases in India continuing to rise, many students have raised their opinion on conducting the entrance exam in online mode (from home) or postponing the entrance exam.
Despite students being vocal, the majority of the students want to appear for the entrance exam and get it done given that the entrance exam is scheduled to be conducted from October 10 to November 22, 2020. Apart from the JMI Entrance Exam, various other national entrance exams have been conducted such as JEE Main, NEET, Delhi University Entrance Test (DUET) and JNU Entrance Exam (JNUEE).
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In this article, Shiksha informs students of the guidelines they should keep in mind and how one should be safe while appearing for an entrance exam. Wear a mask, sanitize your hands constantly and most importantly, maintain social distancing. One has to be aware, and cautious at all times and not let the mind divert from the question paper.
- JMI Entrance Exam Highlights
- JMI Entrance Exam Schedule
- JMI Entrance Exam Timings
- JMI Entrance Exam Day Guidelines
- JMI Entrance Exam COVID-19 Safety Instructions
JMI Entrance Exam Highlights
| Exam Name |
Jamia Millia Islamia Entrance Exam |
| Conducting Body |
Jamia Millia Islamia |
| Exam Level |
National Level Entrance Exam |
| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| Exam Mode |
Offline (Pen and Paper Test) |
| Exam Medium |
English (except for language exams) |
| Exam Duration |
2 Hours |
| Exam Format |
MCQ and Objective Type Questions |
| Negative Marking |
Yes |
JMI Entrance Exam Schedule
Here is the schedule and time table for the JMI Entrance Exam which is as follows:
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of Application Forms |
20-Feb-2020 |
| Last Date to Apply for JMI Entrance Exam (All Programmes) |
14-Sep-2020 |
| Issue of Admit Cards |
7 days before the exam |
| JMI Entrance Exam |
10-Oct-2020 to 22-Nov-2020 |
| Declaration of Results |
December |
JMI Entrance Exam Timings
When it comes to an entrance exam, one must be punctual. Reach the allotted exam centre one hour before the scheduled time. It is always best to reach the venue before time, and in this scenario, one should reach early so that the entry process is smooth and that there is no overcrowding at the last minute. One has to maintain social distancing at all times, be it wherever you are. Here are the timings which are as follows:
| Schedule |
Morning Shift |
Afternoon Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Reporting Time |
8:00 AM |
1:30 PM |
| Gate Closes |
8:30 AM |
2:00 PM |
| Exam Starts |
9:00 AM |
2:30 PM |
* The entrance exam durations differ for various courses.
JMI Entrance Exam Day Guidelines
Always follow the rules and regulations which will be mentioned on the JMI Entrance Exam admit card, which will be available seven days before the course exam is scheduled to be conducted. Candidates should keep in mind the timings at all times, the items that are not allowed at the exam centre, items that are allowed, all documents which are allowed at the centre and what precautions one must take in these troublesome times.
Before Reaching the JMI Entrance Exam Centre
- Ensure that you have your JMI Entrance Exam admit card, your Aadhar Card, passport size photograph and the Arogya Setu application installed on your phone.
- Leave all the electronics before you leave. No electronic devices will be allowed at the exam centre, including calculators and smartwatches. Items will be detained.
- Leave for the entrance exam on time as once the gates close, candidates will not be allowed to enter.
Items that can be carried
- Carry your transparent water bottle.
- Carry your hand sanitizers which should be transparent and a maximum of 50 ML.
- Pen/pencil for rough work.
Documents Required
- JMI Entrance Exam Admit Card
- Passport size photograph
- Government Authorized ID – Aadhar Card/Driving License/Voter’s ID
At the Time of Entry
- Ensure that you maintain social distancing at all times.
- The candidate’s body temperature will be checked, followed by being handed three-ply masks.
- The candidate will have to show their admit card and their govt. ID before entry.
During Examination
- Once again, maintain social distancing and avoid touching items such as stair railings and walls.
- Be seated in the allotted room. Candidates will be seated at a six-foot distance from others at all angles.
- Sign the registration seat and sanitise your hands.
- The candidate will be provided with question papers and answer scripts at the scheduled time.
- DO NOT make any suspicious moves which result in disqualifications.
- Invigilators will keep an eye on the students throughout the exam.
- Submit your phone or any other device before the exam commences.
- The candidate will not be allowed to leave the exam centre before the exam ends.
After JMI Entrance Exam
- Be seated till the invigilator informs the students to move out.
- Dispose of the rough sheets.
- Move out in an orderly fashion and maintain a distance of six feet.
JMI Entrance Exam COVID-19 Safety Instructions
- The officials will be present at the exam centre to ensure that social distancing is followed.
- All the rooms, doors, railings, desk tables, chairs and other items will be sanitized before and after the entrance exam.
- Students will be seated six feet apart from all angles to ensure social distancing is followed.
- Hand sanitisers will be available at all locations of the exam centre.
- Water will be provided, however, it is best if you carry your water bottle to the centre which should be transparent.
Be cautious at all times and ensure to maintain social distancing at all times. Be safe, be careful and follow the rules laid down. All the best!!
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Student Forum
Answered 2 weeks ago
The duration of JMI entrance exam is different for different programmes. For mass communication, the JMI exam duration is 3 hours. For rest of the courses, the duration is between 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
Factors affecting JMI entrance exam cut off are as follows:
- Number of Applicants
- Difficulty Level of Exam
- Number of Seats Available
- Category of Candidates
- Marks Obtained by Applicants
JMI releases cut off for each course and category in PDF format.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, Jamia released the course-wise JMI result in PDF format. Once released, candidates who appeared for the examination can check their result on its official website. The result will include name, roll number and rank of the selected candidates.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
After the answer key for JMI entrance exam is released, Jamia will open a window for candidates challenge it. The JMI answer key objection window is usually open for 48 hours. To submit their objection against answer key, candidates have to pay INR 200 per question. No challenge will be accepted wit
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
If a candidate forgets his/her JMI login password, it can be retrieved by following below steps:
- Visit official JMI Entrance Exam website
- Click on JMI Entrance Exam tab
- Click on Forgot Password link under User Login tab.
- Enter applicant name, email and date of birth
- A password reset link will be given
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, if you want to apply for two courses at Jamia, you will have to fill two seprate application forms for both courses. But, they do not have to register twice. Candidates will also have to pay JMI application fee for both courses.
JMI aspirants are advised to check the eligibility criteria and adm
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
The JMI eligibility criteria for each UG and PG course is different. Candidates who wish to get admission at Jamia are advised to check the eligibility criteria of their target course before registering for entrance exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
To get admission at Jamia Millia Islamia, students have to register and appear for the entrance exam. JMI will offer seats based on scores obtained in exam. For some courses, candidates have to also appear for Group Discussion and Personal Interview round.
Selected candidates will have to then get th
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
The difficulty level of JMI entrance exam syllabus depends on the course. the JMI syllabus difficulty level for UG courses is moderate as most of the topics are related to Class 12 topics. Similarly, the PG course syllabus is based on undergraduate syllabus. Students have to focus more on Current Af
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
Candidates who wish to pursue Mass Media course at Jamia Millia Islamia will have to participate in the interview round of 15-20 minutes. The interview usually includes questions based on following topics:
Contemporary political, social, cultural and economic issues
Contemporary media
Fictional and non
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