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    IIT JAM Biotechnology Syllabus 2023: Section-Wise Syllabus PDF, Important Books, and Preparation Tips

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    IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Syllabus has not changed. IIT JAM Biotechnology Syllabus 2023 is divided into 4 sections i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Biology and Chemistry syllabus is based on the topics studied in the graduation level whereas Mathematics and Physics syllabus is based on 10+2 level. The official IIT JAM Syllabus PDF for Biotechnology is also available below. 

    As per the latest exam pattern, IIT JAM question paper will be divided into three sections i.e. A, B, and C. All three sections are compulsory and will have different types of questions. Section A contains a total of 30 MCQ, section B contains 10 MSQ and Section C contains 20 NAT questions. Check IIT JAM 2022 Exam Pattern.

    Download IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Syllabus PDF

    Read the article to know more about section wise details of IIT JAM Biotechnology syllabus, Preparation tips, weightage of important topics, important books and much more. 

    Table of Contents

    1. IIT JAM 2023 Syllabus for Biotechnology
      1.1 IIT JAM BT Biology Syllabus (10+2+3 level)
      1.2 IIT JAM BT Chemistry Syllabus (10+2+3 level)
      1.3 IIT JAM BT Mathematics Syllabus (10+2 level)
      1.4 IIT JAM BT Physics Syllabus (10+2 level)
    2. IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Weightage of Topics
    3. IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Books for Preparation
    4. What Must Know to Prepare IIT JAM 2023 Syllabus for Biotechnology?
    5. IIT JAM Biotechnology Syllabus 2023 FAQs
    Biotechnology Syllabus

    IIT JAM 2023 Syllabus for Biotechnology

    The Biotechnology BT paper comprises Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. 

    IIT JAM BT Biology Syllabus (10+2+3 level)

    TopicSub Topics
    General BiologyTaxonomy, Heredity, Genetic variation, Conservation, Principles of ecology, Evolution, Techniques in modern biology.
    Biochemistry and PhysiologyCarbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic acids, Enzymes, Vitamins, Hormones, Metabolism (Glycol sis, TCA cycle, Oxidative Phosphorylation, Photosynthesis), Nitrogen Fixation, Fertilization and Osmoregulation, Vertebrates-Nervous system, Endocrine system, Vascular system, Immune system, Digestive system and Reproductive System.
    Basic BiotechnologyTissue culture, Application of enzymes, Antigen-antibody interaction, Antibody production, Diagnostic aids.
    Molecular BiologyDNA, RNA, Replication, Transcription, Translation, Proteins, Lipids and Membranes, Operon model, Gene transfer.
    Cell BiologyCell cycle, Cytoskeletal elements, Mitochondria, Endoplasmic reticulum, Chloroplast, Golgi apparatus, Signalling.
    MicrobiologyIsolation, Cultivation, Structural features of virus, Bacteria, Fungi, Protozoa, Pathogenic micro-organisms.

    IIT JAM BT Chemistry Syllabus (10+2+3 level)

    ChapterTopic
    Atomic StructureBohr’s theory and Schrodinger wave equation, Periodicity in properties, Chemical bonding, Properties of s, p, d and f block elements, Complex formation, Coordination compounds, Chemical equilibrium, Chemical thermodynamics (first and second law); Chemical kinetics (zero, first, second and third-order reactions), Photochemistry, Electrochemistry, Acid-base concepts, Stereochemistry of carbon compounds, Inductive, electrometric, conjugative effects and resonance.
    Chemistry of Functional GroupsHydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, amines and their derivatives, Aromatic hydrocarbons, halides, nitro and amino compounds, phenols, diazonium salts, carboxylic and sulphonic acids, Mechanism of organic reactions.
    Synthetic polymersBio molecules, amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and carbohydrates (polysaccharides), Instrumental techniques – chromatography (TLC, HPLC), electrophoresis, UV-Vis, IR and NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry

    IIT JAM BT Mathematics Syllabus (10+2 level)

    Sets, Relations and FunctionsMathematical InductionLogarithms
    Complex numbersLinear and Quadratic equationsSequences and Series
    TrigonometryCartesian System of Rectangular CoordinatesStraight lines and Family
    CirclesConic SectionsPermutations and Combinations
    Binomial TheoremExponential and Logarithmic SeriesMathematical Logic
    StatisticsThree Dimensional GeometryVectors
    Matrices and DeterminantsBoolean AlgebraProbability
    Functionslimits and ContinuityDifferentiation
    Application of DerivativesDefinite and Indefinite IntegralsDifferential Equations

    IIT JAM BT Physics Syllabus (10+2 level)

    Physical World and MeasurementElementary Statics and DynamicsKinematics
    Laws of MotionWorkEnergy and Power
    ElectrostaticsCurrent electricityMagnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
    Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating CurrentElectromagnetic wavesOptics
    Dual Nature of Matter and RadiationsAtomic NucleusSolids and Semiconductor Devices
    Principles of CommunicationMotion of System of Particles and Rigid BodyGravitation
    Mechanics of Solids and FluidsHeat and ThermodynamicsOscillations, Waves
    Weightage of Topics

    IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Weightage of Topics

    Based on the paper analysis of previous years the section-wise weightage of different of Biotechnology syllabus is tabulated below:

    SubjectWeightage
    Biology44%
    Chemistry20%
    Mathematics18%
    Physics18%
    Books for Preparation

    IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Books for Preparation

    Some recommended books for the preparation of IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology are given below:

    TopicName of the bookAuthor
    MicrobiologyMicrobiologyMichael Pelczar
    Prescott's MicrobiologyMcGraw - Hill Education
    BiochemistryBiochemistryStryer, Berg and Tymoczko
    Cell BiologyMolecular Biology of the CellBruce Alberts
    Molecular Cell BiologyHarvey Lodish
    Developmental BiologyDevelopmental BiologyScott E. Gilbert
    GeneticsPrinciples of GeneticsD. Peter Snustad , Michael J
    GeneticsBD Singh

    What Must Know to Prepare IIT JAM 2023 Syllabus for Biotechnology?

    Some of the effective ways to prepare for Biotechnology are given below.

    • Candidate needs to start preparation by maintaining a time table as it will accelerate the speed to give all the answer to all the question in the examination.
    • Candidate need to make some important note on the specific topic which is a bit difficult according to them and list them all
    • It will be the best practice if the candidate makes a study note with some reference books
    • It is required to practice all the subject matter from all the section with the diagram to remember and also to get a good score
    • Giving mock test and solving all the question from the previous year question paper will help to increase the confidence level
    • Practice and revision is the best way among all the tactics to get a high score in the examination
    Biotechnology Syllabus FAQ

    IIT JAM Biotechnology Syllabus 2023 FAQs

    Ques. Which section is the most important between Microbiology and Molecular Biology from IIT JAM Syllabus for Biotechnology?

    Ans. Both of these sections are important in the entire Biotechnology syllabus. You cannot skip any topics from any of the section. And, if you study this subject at your 10+2+3 level, it won’t be difficult for you.

    Ques. What do I need to read from the subtopic “Cell cycle” from Cell Biology in IIT JAM Syllabus for Biotechnology?

    Ans. In the topic Cell cycle, you will get the concept and various stages of the cell cycle.

    Ques. Can I skip Antibody production or Tissue culture from the section of basic biotechnology from IIT JAM Syllabus for Biotechnology?

    Ans. No, you cannot skip any of these section from basic biotechnology from the syllabus. Both are important.

    Ques. Which part is the most difficult in Biochemistry from IIT JAM Syllabus for Biotechnology?

    Ans. All the sections are not very difficult from this part. So, it is hard to select the most difficult one.

    Ques. What is the difficulty level of the entire Biotechnology syllabus in IIT JAM?

    Ans. The overall difficulty level of the Biotechnology syllabus in IIT JAM is moderate.

    *The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College

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