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JCECE exam pattern 2024 is a very important aspect of the exam. The candidates appearing for Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (JCECE) to pursue B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering and Dairy Technology), B.Sc in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, and B.V.Sc, A.H./B.F.Sc courses must go through the exam pattern. The pattern contains details of duration, language, mode of examination, date, etc. This article highlights the pattern and marks distribution of the JCECE 2024.
JCECE exam pattern 2024 contains 150 MCQ-type questions, and a time duration of 2 hours 30 minutes will be provided, one mark will be awarded for every correct answer. JCECE exam 2024 is conducted in pen and paper mode that is offline mode. Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates to have better clarity on the JCECE 2024 examination.
JCECE 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights
By understanding the JCECE question paper pattern, candidates can prepare a perfect plan for the exam. JCECE 2024 is conducted in offline mode (pen and paper-based test). The question paper will be in both English and Hindi. The JCECE 2024 syllabus is based on the class 11th and 12th of the CBSE (NCERT) syllabus. Important details of the JCECE exam pattern for 2024 are tabulated below.
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Exam Level |
State Level |
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Exam Mode |
Offline (Pen and Paper-Based) |
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JCECE Question Pattern |
Objective Type/ MCQs |
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Exam Medium |
English and Hindi |
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Exam Duration |
Physics & Chemistry - 2 Hours Mathematics - 1 Hour Biology - 1 Hour |
JCECE 2024 Exam Pattern
The mark distribution for JCECE 2024 is given below. The total marks for the PCM and PCB group are 150 whereas, for PCMB, the JCECE total marks are 200. The subject-wise marking scheme is as follows.
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Group |
Subject Name |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
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PCM |
Physics |
50 |
50 |
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Chemistry |
50 |
50 |
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Mathematics |
50 |
50 |
|
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Total |
150 |
150 |
|
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PCB |
Physics |
50 |
50 |
|
Chemistry |
50 |
50 |
|
|
Biology |
50 |
50 |
|
|
Total |
150 |
150 |
|
|
PCBM |
Physics |
50 |
50 |
|
Chemistry |
50 |
50 |
|
|
Biology |
50 |
50 |
|
|
Mathematics |
50 |
50 |
|
|
Total |
200 |
200 |
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Note: Candidates are awarded 1 mark for every right answer. There is also a negative marking of -0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
JCECE 2024 Syllabus
The JCECE syllabus 2024 is based on the material studied in CBSE classes 11 and 12. Basic topics from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology are prescribed in the official syllabus. Given below is the list of subjects and important topics in each of them. Candidates must make sure to go through the entire syllabus to prepare themselves for the entrance exam.
JCECE 2024 Syllabus Important Topics
Listed below are the important topics from all the subjects involved in the JCECE syllabus 2024. Candidates should ensure they don’t miss out on any of these topics and that they study them thoroughly.
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Subjects |
Important Topics |
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Physics |
Electromagnetic Waves Current Electricity Electrostatics |
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Chemistry |
Chemical Kinetics “p” Block Elements Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers |
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Mathematics |
3D and Vectors Probability Complex Numbers Quadratic Equation Calculus |
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Biology |
Plant Physiology Human Physiology Reproduction Genetics Ecology and Environment |
Read More: JCECE 2024 Syllabus
JCECE Marking Scheme 2024
The JCECE 2024 examination will be conducted in 3 sections. Each section has different marking criteria. Candidates need to check the marking criteria of each section of the JCECE 2024 examination. Candidates who have secured more marks than the JCECE cutoff will be considered in the counselling round. Candidates can refer to the detailed JCECE exam pattern 2024 mentioned in the table below.
| Particulars | Marking Scheme |
| For every correct answer | +1 mark will be awarded |
| For every incorrect answer | 0.25 mark will be deducted |
| For unattempted answers | no mark will be deducted |
JCECE Application Fees 2024
The application fees will vary according to the categories of candidates. Relaxation will be permitted to reserved categories candidates. JCECE 2024 exam pattern helps candidates check the application fee. Candidates can submit the application fee online through net banking, credit or debit card, etc. Students can check the application fee for all categories below.
| Category | Stream | Amount |
| General/EWS | PCM/PCB | INR 900 |
| General/EWS | PCMB | INR 1000 |
| SC/ST/Female candidates (All Categories) | PCM /PCB | INR 450 |
| SC/ST/Female candidates (All Categories) | PCMB | INR 500 |
FAQs on JCECE Exam Pattern
Q: Is there any negative marking for incorrect answers in the JCECE examination?
A: Yes, for every incorrect response, a -0.25 mark will be deducted and for correct answers, +1 will be awarded and for unattempted response, no mark will be awarded.
Q: What are the application fees of JCECE examination for general candidates?
A: The application fee for general category candidates who opted for PCB/PCM is INR 900 and the application fee for candidates who opted for PCBM is INR 1000.
Q: What are the subjects covered in the JCECE examination?
A: The subjects covered in the JCECE examination are based on the Intermediate level. JCECE exam cover subjects in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics.
Q: How many rounds of JCECE counselling will be there?
A: Candidates who qualify for the JCECE examination must participate in the JCECE counselling. The exam authorities will conduct the JCECE counselling in three rounds.
Q: What is the age limit to apply for JCECE exam 2024?
A: Candidates applying for JCECE 2024 must have a minimum age of 17 and a maximum age of 22. However, relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates.
