Is it compulsory to attempt biology section in IISER aptitude test?

I have completed my class 12th with PCM.

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Dr. Uma Sinha | Scholar-Level 17

7 years ago

IISER exam is divided into 4 parts and has 15 questions from Each Subject. Physics - 15 Questions Chemistry -15 Questions Maths- 15 Questions Biology - 15 Questions No Sectional Cut Offs. It is not compulsory to attempt biology but they will consider its marks in the total I. e. your marks will be o

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Satish Jay

3 years ago

It is ridiculous that Biology would be considered in the final marking even if the student is from PCM and not going to pursue Biology related course. Can't believe that a top level research Institute is missing out bright students because of this oversight.

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