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How should I prepare for MA Economics entrances for JNU and DSE in 45 days?
Preparing for MA Economics entrances for JNU and DSE will need immense concentration and dedication. You will need to prioritize to keep everything in balance. Here are some things you can go through:
- The core subjects include Mathematics, Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics. Select any 3 out of these 5 subjects which you feel are your strengths.
- Revise the basics from your graduation notes and practice past year exam papers.
- For the subjects you feel you are weaker in, revise the basics. Do not spend too much time on them.
- Practice questions from past years.
- Analyse the topics in which you are lagging behind and try to read those in detail. You can also skip some topics too.
- For Statistics, focus more on Permutations and Combinations, Probability, Discrete and Continuous Random Variables.
- DSE requires a mathematical approach and proper concentration. So practice past year papers and do not forget concepts.
The books you can refer to are: Dornbush and Blanchard for Macroeconomics. Hal Varian, Nicolson, and Pyndick for Microeconomics. Hammond and Chiang for Maths. SC Gupta and Miller for Statistics and finally Gujarati for Econometrics.
What are the UG course offered by JNU?
At the undergraduate level, JNU only offers courses in Foreign languages. These courses include Persian, Pashto, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Russian, French, Spanish, German, etc. If you have done a diploma of one year or more in these subjects then you will be able to directly join the second year of BA Hons.
Is JNU safe?
The authority of JNU gives full freedom to the students; you can confidently roam around the campus at any time without any fear. This is one of the main highlights of JNU, as they ensure the best security for the students.
If anyone is caught engaging in any kind of harassment on campus, immediate action will be taken by the authorities. So JNU is the perfect choice for your higher education and personal growth.
How is the atmosphere at JNU for MA course (in International relations) to prepare for UPSC?
Jawaharlal Nehru University is renowned for its excellent academics, especially for higher studies. JNU is gifted with experienced scholars who become the support pillar for every student. They play a major role in the personal and academic growth of the students. They have a commendable library facility, which is the perfect place for your UPSC preparation. The hush green campus will soothe your mind and give you more space for your development.
I want to pursue an M.A. in geography at JNU next year. How can I crack its entrance exam?
If you are interested in Geography and have basic knowledge, it is not difficult to get admission at JNU. The syllabus for the entrance test is the same as that of undergraduate (Hons) in Geography. You can go through the syllabus on the website along with the question papers from the previous years too. It will help you understand how to prepare for the entrance test.
The entrance test consists of 100 marks with objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Do not try to attempt all questions. Rather focus on accuracy. Take a calculated risk and try to attempt 80-88% of questions correctly.
You can get an idea about the question asked in the entrance from previous year’s question papers and paper 2 and 3 of NET-JRF Geography.
Which books should I read in order to crack an MA in Political Science at JNU?
You can crack the entrance exam for a master’s in Economics with consistency and a daily study routine. Initially, try to get a fair idea about the exam by referring to the syllabus and the previous year’s question papers. The syllabus followed in the entrance examination for economics is given below
- Microeconomics deals with Demand Curves, Price and Income Elasticity of Demand, Cost Curves, and Equilibrium of firms under Perfect Competition and Monopoly
- Macroeconomics – focus on the National Income Theory of Income Determination, Monetary Policy, Trade, and Balance of Payments
- Descriptive statistics - This topic includes Mean, Median and Mode, and Standard Deviation. The correlation coefficient, and elementary probability theory
- Problems of Economic History, Underdevelopment, and Growth
- India's Economic Development Prior to Independence- India's Planning and Development Experience Since Independence; Basic Indicators of Development.
- International Economics Issues of Contemporary Relevance
Suggested Readings
- Hal Varian - Intermediate Microeconomics, Rubinfield and Pindyk - Microeconomics
- Dornbusch and Fisher - Macroeconomics | Mankiw - Macroeconomics
- RGD Allen - Mathematical Analysis for Economics
- AC Chiang - Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics
- Sydsaeter and Hammond - Mathematics for Economic Analysis
- Nagar and Das - Basic Statistics
All the best, stay motivated, and focus on your goal
How should I prepare for JNU MCA entrance exam?
You can crack the JNU Entrance examination for a master's using an appropriate study strategy and consistency. It is always recommended to practice the previous year's question papers, which are available on the official website of JNU.
JNU MCA entrance exam covers the topic given below:
- 12th level Mathematics
- Basic Reasoning
- Software Engineering
- Basic Programming
- Discrete Mathematics
- Database
Suggested Readings
- R.D. Sharma, for mathematics
- Upkar MCA Kit
Strive hard and give your best.
Which is better for M.Sc in environmental science DU or JNU?
Both Delhi University and Jawahar Lal Nehru University offer Master's degrees in Environmental Sciences. However, there is a difference in the degree offered, which is primarily due to the approach to the subject. Candidates will be enrolled in the Masters of Environmental Studies programme at Delhi University, while the Environmental Sciences programme at JNU.
The distinction is due to the approach taken in developing the curriculum. Students at Delhi University are taught the socio-economical aspects of environmental sciences in addition to developing an understanding of the subject in the context of physicochemical and biological aspects of the environment (and their interactions). Subjects taught include "social perspectives of environmental studies" and "environmental economics." There is also a Masters in Arts (MA) programme for students with a background in the humanities.
The emphasis at Delhi University is on environmental ecology, pollution sciences, and biotechnology. Remote sensing, conservation sciences, statistics, geology, and environmental impact assessment are among the subjects taught. I believe the emphasis at JNU is more on the scientific aspect of the subject (which somehow seems legitimate since the degree is being offered for Masters in Science). Furthermore, 70-80% of the curriculum is shared by both universities. Though the JNU syllabus is extensive in terms of subjects such as hydrology and the fundamental principles/technical aspects of water and pollution movement.
Which one is a better option for an MCA, MNNIT Allahabad or JNU New Delhi?
JNU conducts the toughest entrance for MCA. Its faculty and environment are ideal for this degree. MNNIT Allahabad is a good institute, but its MCA is not comparable to JNU.
However, JNU does not have a concrete curriculum for its MCA entrance. Its entrance is conducted in a non serious manner, and the paper is difficult to crack. Moreover, it has a lot of reservations and quotas, even on such limited seats.
On the other hand, NIMCET is conducted in an organized manner, and its paper is easy to understand. The syllabus and blueprints are made available on the official website for good preparation.
Despite all this, JNU has a very professional education system. It does not offer any placements, but you’ll get good exposure on campus and land a job on your own. The MCA faculty is highly experienced, but I am not well aware of the university’s infrastructure.
Talking of MNNIT Allahabad, it is a highly reputed NIT with a good placement record. Its campus is completely ragging free, and the environment is strict on academics. But its hostels aren’t in a good shape.
I would suggest JNU New Delhi for an MCA, but even MNNIT is a decent choice.
I have completed my MBA With specialization in rural development am I eligible for phd economics
In order to determine your eligibility we must go through the eligibility criteria of the Ph.D. program offered by JNU Delhi. To get admission you must have a Master’s Degree/BE/B.Tech with 55% marks or equivalent Grade ‘B’ in UGC 7-point scale. There is no specific specialization mentioned that makes you eligible for admission to the Ph.D. in Economics program at JNU.
Furthermore, you will be invited for a viva voce examination. To be eligible for this you must secure the following marks out of 70 in the written examination for doctoral courses:
- General Category: 35% (24.50 marks out of 70)
- OBC: 31.50% (22.05 marks out of 70)
- SC/ST/PH: 25% (17.50 marks out of 70)
The final selection of candidates for admission to the doctoral programs of study is made on the basis of inter-se merit of candidates in their respective categories, based on their performance
- in the written examination,
- in the viva voce (wherever prescribed), and
- after incorporating the Deprivation Points, wherever applicable.
No candidate is eligible for admission to the doctoral programs of study unless he/she secures the following minimum overall score which is 40% for the General Category, 36% for the OBC category, and 30% for SC/ST/PH.
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