IIFT 2023 Exam Pattern: Question Pattern, Marking Scheme, Duration

IIFT 2023 Exam Pattern

IIFT 2023 Marking Scheme

Marking Scheme for different sections of IIFT 2023 Question paper is shown in the table below:

• Negative Marking: (-1/3) For an incorrect answer.
• Marks per question: 0.5 per question in General Knowledge & Current Affairs; 0.75 per question in Data Interpretation and 1 mark per question in for remaining of the sections.

Preparation Tips for IIFT 2023

Preparation tips or strategy for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade 2023 entrance exam:

• Applicants must have a proper time-table, giving an equal proportion of time to every Section. 
• The candidates are advised to go through the previous year Question paper thoroughly.
• Some special tips regarding different sections of Question paper:
  • Quantitative Ability & selected areas of Verbal ability are concept-bound, which means that the questions depend heavily on basic concepts. For example, a question emphasising a term like "cyclic quadrilateral" is virtually impossible to attempt unless the corresponding term is known. It is therefore recommended that you prepare the fundamental concepts of Arithmetic, Algebra, and Geometry & Modern Math in the Quantitative Ability sections thoroughly.
  • To tackle the Verbal Ability section, aspirants have to focus on improving one's reading speed because the question paper typically features 3-4 Reading comprehensions. Also, they need to prepare the basics of grammar to spot an error in sentence correction questions. The practice is required to solve usage-based questions like an analogy, fill in the blanks etc. A good vocabulary is an asset while solving different kinds of vocabulary questions that feature in the entrance exam.
  • Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning is practice-intensive, which states that familiarity respect to similar questions is a key determinant here. It is advisable to practice different Data Interpretation questions daily. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning section consists of a questions types like pie charts, bar graphs, data tables, line charts & combinations thereof, for the DI section. For Logical Reasoning sections, the candidate needs to practice questions based on arrangements, family trees, complex data situations etc.
  • General Awareness is an environment-sensitive area which requires familiarity with both static and current segments of the environment. For static GK the candidates should focus on topics like history, geography, economics, political system etc. For current GK, you can refer to "The Hindu" newspaper editorial section (in the centre of newspaper) & different competitive Youtube channels.