IIT-JAM-BT

Biotechnology Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of 24 chapters with 172 previous year questions. Explore priority-sorted content and weightage analytics.

24
Chapters
172
Total Questions
PYQ
Years Covered

Chapters

Sorted by Questions
high Yield

Biotechnology

High-Yield Trend

29
2025
7
2021
7
2019
Topics 0
Questions 43
medium Yield

Genetics

High-Yield Trend

9
2025
6
2021
Topics 0
Questions 15
medium Yield

Physics

High-Yield Trend

4
2021
5
2019
6
2017
Topics 0
Questions 15
medium Yield

Molecular Biology

High-Yield Trend

9
2021
5
2017
Topics 0
Questions 14
low Yield

Organic Chemistry

High-Yield Trend

8
2021
4
2019
Topics 0
Questions 12
low Yield

Cell Biology

High-Yield Trend

5
2025
4
2019
1
2017
Topics 0
Questions 10
low Yield

Biochemistry

High-Yield Trend

5
2021
1
2019
2
2017
Topics 0
Questions 8
low Yield

Biology

High-Yield Trend

8
2019
Topics 0
Questions 8
low Yield

Microbiology

High-Yield Trend

5
2025
1
2020
1
2017
Topics 0
Questions 7
low Yield

Immunology

High-Yield Trend

3
2021
2
2017
Topics 0
Questions 5
low Yield

Metabolism

High-Yield Trend

3
2025
1
2018
1
2017
Topics 0
Questions 5
low Yield

Ecology

High-Yield Trend

2
2025
1
2021
1
2017
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Gene Regulation

High-Yield Trend

3
2019
1
2018
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Genetics And Evolution

High-Yield Trend

4
2017
Topics 0
Questions 4
low Yield

Protein Structure

High-Yield Trend

3
2019
Topics 0
Questions 3
low Yield

Bioenergetics And Metabolism

High-Yield Trend

2
2017
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Engineering Mechanics

High-Yield Trend

2
2025
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

General Physiology

High-Yield Trend

2
2021
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Lewis Structures

High-Yield Trend

2
2019
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Plant Biology

High-Yield Trend

2
2021
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Principles Of Microscopy

High-Yield Trend

2
2021
Topics 0
Questions 2
low Yield

Einstein S Photoelectric Equation Energy Quantum Of Radiation

High-Yield Trend

1
2021
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Enzymology

High-Yield Trend

1
2017
Topics 0
Questions 1
low Yield

Virology And Mycology

High-Yield Trend

1
2017
Topics 0
Questions 1

About Biotechnology for IIT-JAM-BT

Scoring high in Biotechnology is crucial for clearing the IIT-JAM-BT cut-offs. Our chapter-wise breakdown helps you understand exactly which topics have historically carried the most weightage in the exam.

By practicing Biotechnology previous year questions, you can familiarize yourself with the recurring concepts, difficulty level, and framing of questions. We recommend starting your revision with the chapters that have the highest number of PYQs listed above.

Biotechnology Preparation FAQs

How is the Biotechnology section structured in IIT-JAM-BT?

The Biotechnology section tests your fundamental understanding and application of concepts. Reviewing the PYQs will give you a clear picture of the theoretical vs numerical ratio and the depth of knowledge required.

Which chapters should I prioritize in Biotechnology?

The chapters are already sorted by the number of questions asked in previous years. Focus your initial preparation on the chapters at the top of the list, as they historically yield the most marks.