List of important topics, chapters and subtopics for IIT JAM Physics 2021 Mathematical Methods/Physics and weightage.

IIT JAM Physics (PH) exam 2021 is scheduled to take place on February 14, 2021. In this article, we are going to provide important sub-topics and weightage for Mathematical Physics chapter. The candidates must note that the below analysis has been prepared on the basis of experts opinion and previous year IIT JAM question papers. We hope that these topics will help you with the last minute revision for IIT JAM 2021 exam. The syllabus of IIT JAM is less compared to other national-level exams that are the gateway for admission in IITs.
IIT JAM Mathematical Physics - Weightage and Past Trends
The weightage for Mathematical Physics chapter in IIT JAM 2021 Physics exam is as follows -
Year | Section - A (Objective Type) | Section - B (Multiple Choice) | Section - C (Numerical Type) |
2019 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
2018 | 8 | 4 | 1 |
2017 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
2016 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
2015 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Most Important Topics for IIT JAM Mathematical Methods
Here is the most important topics for IIT JAM Mathematical methods -
- Calculus of single and multiple variables, partial deviates, Jacobian imperfect and perfect differentials
- Taylor expansion, Fourier series
- Vector Algebra, Vector Calculus, Multiple Integrals, Divergence Theorem, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem
- First-order equations and linear second-order differential equations with constant coefficients
- Matrices and determinants
- Algebra of complex numbers
Most Important Sub-Topics for Mathematical Physics/ Methods
Here is the list of most important sub-topics for IIT JAM Mathematical Methods/ Physics -
- Jacobian, Perfect and Imperfect Differential
- Fourier Series
- Vector Calculus, Fourier Theorem, Identities of Gradient, Divergent Equation
- Matrices (Eigenvalues, Eigenvectors, Diagonalization of Matrix, Function of Matrix)
- Definition of Iota, Modulus, De Movier Theorem, Euler’s Equation, Hyperbolic Functions Representation
Books for Reference
You can refer the following books that will help you with the last minute revision -
- Higher Engineering Mathematics by BS Grewal
- Mathematical Physics by HK Das
- Engineering Mathematics by Erwin Kreszig
- Mathematical Methods for Physics by Arfken
CollegeDekho wishes Good Luck for all IIT JAM Physics aspirants.
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