JEST 2023: Application Form(Soon), Exam Date(Out), Admit Card, Participating Institutions, Syllabus, Result

JEST Exam 2023 Important Dates

The important dates for the JEST 2023 exam are official now. Here is the complete exam schedule.

JEST Exam 2023 Pattern & Syllabus

JEST 2023 Exam Pattern

The JEST 2023 exam will be conducted offline mode in a single session. The duration of the exam will be 3 hours. And Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) will be asked as per the following pattern:

The question paper will be in the English language. There will be a negative marking in Part A and Part C of the exam. In Part A, 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer, and in Part C, 1/3rd mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. There will be no negative marking in Part B.

JEST Syllabus 2023

The JEST syllabus for some programs is as under:

Theoretical Computer Science - Elements of Discrete Mathematics, Introduction to Algorithms, Discrete Mathematical Structures with Applications to Computer Science,  An Introduction to Data Structures with Applications, The Design and Analysis of Computer Algorithms, Compilers: Principle, Techniques, and Tools, Fundamentals of Computer Algorithms, Fundamentals of Data Structures, Programming Languages, Concepts and Constructs. The test will focus on Analytical Reasoning & Deduction, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Data Structure & Algorithm, and the Principle of Programming

Physics - Mathematical Methods, Electromagnetism & Optics, Classical Mechanics, Quantum Mechanism, Thermodynamics & Statistical Physics, and Electronics.

Candidates can download the complete syllabus from the official website. Candidates must strictly follow the syllabus prescribed for the exam.

JEST Exam 2023 Eligibility

Applicants should check the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam. Here are the eligibility criteria for different Ph. D programs –

Eligibility for Ph.D. Program in Physics

Applicants should have done M. Sc. in Physics from a UGC recognised college/ institution.

However, some institutes accept other qualifications (M. Tech./ M.E/ B. E/ B. Tech./ M. Sc.) also besides M.Sc. (Physics) –

IIA – Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore

• It accepts M. Sc in Physics/ Applied Physics/ Optics/ Photonics/ Instrumentation/ Electronics.
• M. Sc. in Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics.

IUCAA - Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune

• It accepts M. Sc. in Physics/ Astronomy/ Electronics.
• M. Sc. in Mathematics.

IPR - Institute of Plasma Research, Gandhinagar

• It accepts M. Sc. in Physics/ Applied Physics/ Engineering Physics.

SNBNCBS - Satyendra Nath Bose National Centre for Basic Science, Kolkata

• It accepts M. Sc. in Physics/ Bio-Physics/ Chemistry/ Bio-Chemistry/ Applied Mathematics.

TIFR - Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai

• It accepts M. Sc. in Physics/ B. Tech. in Engineering Physics.

NISER - National Institute of Science Education and Research

• It accepts M. Sc. in Physics.
• M.E./ M.Tech in Applied Physics.

JNCASR, IISc, IMSc, ICTS-TIFR, NCRA-TIFR, RRI, IUCAA TIFR-TCIS, IISER Thiruvananthapuram, Mohali, and Pune

• These institutes also accept B. E/ B. Tech.

Ph. D. in Neuro–Science at NBRC (National Brain Research Centre, Manesar)

• A candidate should have done M. Tech/ B.E/ B. Tech / MCA/ M. Sc. in Physics/ Mathematics.

Ph. D. in Computational Biology in IMSc (Institute of Mathematical Sciences)

• A candidate should have done M. Tech/ M. E/ MCA/ M. Sc. in any Science discipline. The candidate should have a curiosity about biological problems that affect human lives and should have excellent mathematical skills.

Eligibility for Physics - Integrated Programmes (M. Sc. / M. Tech + Ph. D)

IIA

• M.Sc. (Physics / Applied Physics) / Radio Physics and Electronics/ Post-B.Sc. (Hons.) In Optics and Optoelectronics.

NCRA-TIFR, TIFR-TCIS, ISER-Pune, and ICTS-TIFR

• A candidate should have done B. Sc. in Physics.  

SNBNCBS – B. Sc. in Physics/ Mathematics

NISER - National Institute of Science Education and Research

• A candidate should have done B. Sc. (Physics) or B.E/B. Tech in Engineering Physics with at least 60% marks or first-class grade.

 IMSc - Institute of Mathematical Science

• A candidate should have a degree B. Sc. in Physics.

Bose Institute

• A candidate should have earned a degree in B. Sc. (Physics/ Mathematics) / B. E/ B. Tech

IIA

• A candidate should have completed B. Sc. in Physics/ Mathematics/ B. E/ B. Tech in Electricals/ Computer Science and Engineering / Electronics and Communication/ Engineering Physics/ Instrumentation/ Optics/ Photonics.

IISER Thiruvananthapuram

• A candidate should have completed B. Sc. (Physics) or B.E. / B. Tech in any discipline.

Eligibility for Integrated Ph.D. Program in Theoretical Computer Science

 IMSc.

• A candidate should be B.Sc. /B.E. / M.C.A/. B. Tech in Computer Science or related disciplines. He/ she should be interested in the mathematical aspects of computer science.

M. Sc. Programme at HRI (Harish Chandra Research Institute)

• The Integrated Ph.D. program in Physics at HRI was discontinued in 2018.
• B. Sc. (Physics) or B.E./B. Tech. degree in any discipline

JEST Exam 2023 Application Process

Students can apply for the JEST 2023 exam online through the official website. The application process will start in January/February 2023. It is advised to submit your filled-in application form before the last date of the application submission.

How to Apply for JEST Exam 2023 -

• Candidates should visit the official website of the JEST - www.jest.org.in/joint-entrance-screening-test
• It is a 4 stage process, namely – Registration; Filling out the Application Form; Paying the Application Fee, and Submitting the application form.
• Students should get registered first. Under the ‘User Login’ section, click on the ‘Create a new account’ link. Enter your email ID and answer the captcha question to register.
• Provide necessary details like Name, Age, Address, and Phone No. and a valid Email ID.
• The login credentials are sent to the candidate's registered email id.
• Candidates should fill in the login details to access the Application Form.
• They should fill all specified columns of the application with valid details.
• After that, they should upload scanned copies of their Photo and Signature.
• Before submitting the application form, candidates should check it properly. Upon successfully submitting the application form, students will receive a confirmation on their registered Email ID.
• Candidates should pay the required application fee.

JEST Exam Application Fee

• General candidates should pay the application fee of ₹ 800.
• The reserved category candidates and female candidates should pay the application fee of ₹ 400 only.
• The female candidates belonging to SC/ ST category are exempted from paying the application fee.
• Candidates can pay the application fee online mode.

JEST Exam 2023 Other Details

List of Participating Institutes

Here is the list of participating institutes and respective programs offered:

JEST 2023 Exam Centres

JEST 2023 exam will be held at the following exam centers:

JEST Admit Card 2023

• Candidates can get their admit card online from the official website of the JEST.
• They can download admit cards by entering their Registration Number and Password.
• The examination center name, exam timing, and shift will be mentioned on the admit card, along with some important instructions for the examination day.
• Carry the admit card with a valid ID proof to the examination center.
• Candidates are advised to keep the admit card safe till the admission process gets over.

Steps to Download JEST Admit Card -

1. Visit the official website of the Joint Entrance Screening Test 2023.
2. Enter login details like Email ID or Username and Password.
3. View JEST Admit Card.
4. Download and take a clear print of the hall ticket for the JEST exam.

Aspirants need to download their JEST admit card from the official website of the test. Candidates are informed that no admit card will be sent to them via email/post.

JEST Result 2023 -

• The JEST 2023 result will be declared in the month of April 2023.
• The result can be checked on the official website.
• Students can get their Scorecards soon after the publication of the result. It will remain valid for a year.
• Students can use their Scorecards for admission to the participating institutions.

Steps to Check JEST Result

1. Visit the official website of the Joint Entrance Screening Test 2023.
2. Navigate to the 'User Login' section.
3. Enter your Email/ User Name and Password.
4. Click on the 'Login' button.
5. Download and take print of results for the JEST exam.

As part of the result, aspirants will also be issued a JEST scorecard. Candidates are advised to keep the print of their JEST result and scorecard securely with themselves. JEST score is valid for a duration of a year from the date of declaration of the result.

Steps to Download JEST Scorecard

1. Visit the official website of the Joint Entrance Screening Test 2023.
2. Click on Navigate to the 'User Login' section.
3. Enter your Email/ User Name and Password.
4. View the JEST scorecard.
5. Download and take print of scorecard for JEST exam.

JEST 2023 Counselling/ Interview

Qualified candidates are called for the counselling/ interview process. Candidates are required to report to the participating institutions for admission. Candidates must carry the original documents for verification.

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