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| GATE-Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an all India competitive examination for Engineers from various backgrounds administered and conducted jointly by the IISc Bangalore and Seven IITs. |
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| Duration and Examination TypeThe GATE examination consists of a single paper of 3-hour duration that contains 65 questions carrying a maximum of 100 marks. The question paper will consist of both multiple choice questions (MCQ) and numerical answer type questions. Click here for the pattern of question papers. The examination for all the papers will be carried out in an ONLINE Computer Based Test (CBT) mode where the candidates will be shown the questions in a random sequence on a computer screen. The candidates are required to either select the answer (for MCQ type) or enter the answer for numerical answer type question using a mouse on a virtual keyboard (keyboard of the computer will be disabled). Candidates will be provided with blank paper sheets for rough work and these have to be returned back after the examination. At the end of the 3-hour window, the computer will automatically close the screen from further actions. |
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About GATE 2014
GATE 2014 Eligibility
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Get 2014 - Prepare Yourself
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| Once you are decided to take up GATE exam and read important information related to it, you are ready to go ahead with preparation. MYWBUT have few suggestions for students who are serious about cracking GATE 2012 exam. The whole process of preparation has few steps and every individual student who aced the GATE will follow these in one or the other way. These are just simple guidelines but the most important thing is your dedication and determination. If you read these steps and appreciate them but don’t follow them then these are of no use. Therefore, it is recommended to every student to be very sincere and give a good try. The steps are as follows -
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Last Minute Tips to Crack CMAT
Top 10 Tips for CMAT exam preparation
CMAT 2013 Entrance was introduced last year with the vision to give relief to aspirants from appearing in multiple entrance exams to get admission in B-Schools of the country. Common Management Aptitude Test is conducted twice in a year and accepted by all major B-Schools as their eligibility criteria. As the exam is new and started last year only, most of you must be appearing in the exam first time or second time. So it became more necessary for each one of you to prepare well to score high in this exam. This exam is slowly gaining popularity among students and the score will be accepted by all AICTE approve management schools. Here are some useful tips to crack this important exam:
Start early preparation: If you know when you are going to appear in this exam and your exam schedule, you should start your preparation well before time. One should start preparing for the exam at least 6 months before the exam. It will help you to increase your confidence and your scores as well.
Read newspapers, magazines and current affairs: To score well in this general aptitude section aspirant should read newspapers, magazines and other current affair. You should keep yourself updated with latest business and market trends and news. Read at least two, three different newspapers and magazines to know the current affairs and business news.
Take mock exams: To get familiar with the exam pattern aspirants should take mock test papers as much as you can. It will give you clear idea what type of questions are asked in the exam and what will be the difficulty level of each question.
Work on speed and accuracy: This is one area on which each candidate should focus. This is the best way to increase your score. If you can complete your exam before the given time with high accuracy, your score card will increase.
Avoid random guess: There is negative marking in the exam, for each wrong answer one mark will be deducted. It is really important even during your preparation you should avoid random guess to avoid glitches on the final day. Make a guess only when you are highly confident that your guess will hit the right mark.
Clear your basic concepts: Many questions will be based on your graduation syllabus, concepts and theories you have studied in Class 10+2 and in your graduation. To score well, it is necessary that you should brush up your basic concepts.
Work on weaker sections: This is really important stage of preparation that you should start working on your weaker sections. You should identify that which sections are giving jolts to you at the time of preparation and consuming more time compared to others. Identify them and rectify them to enhance your performance in the exam.
Buy books for preparation: At the time of preparation you should consult three or four different preparation books. It will help you to get a clear idea what type of question will be asked in different sections.
Prepare short notes: While preparing for the exam and going through the basic concept make short notes. It will help you in revision as you do not require going back to the books again and again to see formulas and concepts.
Revise & Revise: Revise as much as you can is only mantra for success. It will help you to brush up your preparation and in gaining more confidence. The more you revise, the more you get familiar with concepts and basics of subjects. In short, revision is the key for your success.
CMAT 2013 Entrance was introduced last year with the vision to give relief to aspirants from appearing in multiple entrance exams to get admission in B-Schools of the country. Common Management Aptitude Test is conducted twice in a year and accepted by all major B-Schools as their eligibility criteria. As the exam is new and started last year only, most of you must be appearing in the exam first time or second time. So it became more necessary for each one of you to prepare well to score high in this exam. This exam is slowly gaining popularity among students and the score will be accepted by all AICTE approve management schools. Here are some useful tips to crack this important exam:
Start early preparation: If you know when you are going to appear in this exam and your exam schedule, you should start your preparation well before time. One should start preparing for the exam at least 6 months before the exam. It will help you to increase your confidence and your scores as well.
Read newspapers, magazines and current affairs: To score well in this general aptitude section aspirant should read newspapers, magazines and other current affair. You should keep yourself updated with latest business and market trends and news. Read at least two, three different newspapers and magazines to know the current affairs and business news.
Take mock exams: To get familiar with the exam pattern aspirants should take mock test papers as much as you can. It will give you clear idea what type of questions are asked in the exam and what will be the difficulty level of each question.
Work on speed and accuracy: This is one area on which each candidate should focus. This is the best way to increase your score. If you can complete your exam before the given time with high accuracy, your score card will increase.
Avoid random guess: There is negative marking in the exam, for each wrong answer one mark will be deducted. It is really important even during your preparation you should avoid random guess to avoid glitches on the final day. Make a guess only when you are highly confident that your guess will hit the right mark.
Clear your basic concepts: Many questions will be based on your graduation syllabus, concepts and theories you have studied in Class 10+2 and in your graduation. To score well, it is necessary that you should brush up your basic concepts.
Work on weaker sections: This is really important stage of preparation that you should start working on your weaker sections. You should identify that which sections are giving jolts to you at the time of preparation and consuming more time compared to others. Identify them and rectify them to enhance your performance in the exam.
Buy books for preparation: At the time of preparation you should consult three or four different preparation books. It will help you to get a clear idea what type of question will be asked in different sections.
Prepare short notes: While preparing for the exam and going through the basic concept make short notes. It will help you in revision as you do not require going back to the books again and again to see formulas and concepts.
Revise & Revise: Revise as much as you can is only mantra for success. It will help you to brush up your preparation and in gaining more confidence. The more you revise, the more you get familiar with concepts and basics of subjects. In short, revision is the key for your success.
DO and DONT-KVPY Interview Preparation
In this article, we will deal about the Common Mistakes in KVPY Interview and What to do and what not to do inKVPY Interview. Do’s and Don’ts never mean they are hard and fast rules and must be followed but more over they mean the best case practices one should follow and comprises of experiences of thousands of previous applicants who have been part of this selection process of KVPY Interview, which you are going to face soon too.
The person you are or your personality is sum of your knowledge, how you react, how you interact and how you engage others. The theoretical knowledge and awareness about an issue is prerequisite, because who ever had cleared the KVPY Written Exam deserves to be in theKVPY Interview Room. But now it’s you who has to stand out and prove your capabilities inside that closed chamber.
Before we proceed, here are 3 Interview Tips for you:
Before we proceed, here are 3 Interview Tips for you:
1. Be Confident: The Interview Panel-Members of Interview Board will be carefully observing who you are starting from how you enter the room, how you answer the asked questions, how confident you are in what you say, what you ask them in return-if any and how you leave the room. So whole attention will be on one person i.e. YOU. Just relax and act like the normal you, don’t stress yourself.
2. Maintain Eye Contact: Face the Interview Panel and maintain a constant eye contact with whole panel. If Person A has asked you a question, you can rotate your eyes across all the Interview Panel Members and keep them engaged by regular eye contact. This will make you feel confident too!
3. Do Preparation: Practice at home will make you feel comfortable. Do some mock preparation at home with friends, parents or siblings. This will give you confidence to face it on the KVPY Interview Day.
Do’s for KVPY Interview:
(1) Be Confident:
This is first and primary requirement to clear KVPY Interview or any other interview. If you don’t have confidence it reflects your lack of will and capability. How educated and smart you are but if you can’t present it to people it will be under shadowed by this weakness. Confidence does not mean speaking well and fluently, it means how you holistically present yourself as an individual.
(2)Respect the Panel:
The Interview Panel of KVPY 2013 will be very senior faculties/researchers with great experience. They are sitting because they have earned it and it’s your turn now to prove your worth. They are acquainted with the qualities and characteristics a good KVPY fellow should have, so give utmost respect to the board.
(3) Don’t believe rumors:
You will hear a lot of different stories about KVPY Interviews or any other interviews. Often it is seen that some students are asked majority of questions related to subject and some are asked extra academic questions. Avoid these unnecessary details and don’t create an image in your mind based on it. Every person is different and so will be the interview. Stick to one thing that you have to prepare yourself in the best possible way.
(4) Be an active Listener:
Not many have this ability. But if you develop this habit you are recognized easily. Active listener means you pay attention to the speaker when they are telling you something and don’t interrupt in between. Such interruptions are often counted as negative. Listen carefully to what they are asking and put your answer in context to the question only.
(5) Gather adequate knowledge before interview:
Ensure that you have gathered required information before you appear in the Interview for KVPY 2013. The information means important questions and previously asked questions, basic interview techniques and tips and how to present yourself at the interview. This will not only make you feel confident in the interview room but will also help you in answering the questions of Interview Panel.
(6) Accept it if you don’t know:
It’s better to accept that you don’t know the answer rather than building virtual walls around the question. Remember, the interviewer is educated enough to realize you don’t know the answer and trying to make it up. If someone from the Interview Panel tells or explains you the answer, thank them for the same.
(7) Give the best of you:
In the interview your target should be to show the best side of you and cover up the negative in you. Covering up does not mean you need to be fake but it means try presenting your good side (Good academics, extra-curricular achievements or any other) so that you will be asked questions around it.
Don’ts for KVPY Interview:
Don’ts for KVPY Interview:
(1) Don’t break the Interview Room Etiquettes:
This part comprises of a lot of things. Once you are in the KVPY Interview Room, every bit of you will be noticed. With etiquettes we mean the normal things you should ignore, like eating chewing gum in the interview, sitting in lousy posture, not being attentive and giving random answers and explanations etc. These are very basics and you can easily ensure you don’t mess up things because of them.
(2) Do not interrupt the interviewer:
In Do’s we discussed that one should try to be an active learner. Now interrupting the interviewer would never be a positive aspect. You should always let the interviewer complete his/her question and then give your answer. Hurrying in answering and interrupting the interviewer will give a wrong impression about you and will give you negative ratings.
(3) Don’t be Nervous and Tensed:
Being nervous and tensed on the KVPY Interview Day will not be doing any good. Keep yourself calm and composed. Try doing something that relaxes you the night before like take a walk, watch a comic show, read a motivating story or something else that makes you feel comfortable.
(4) Do not hesitate:
This is one very crucial thing that every student should always keep in mind-Until and unless you won’t speak, they won’t hear or know if you know the answer or not. You need to be confident and answer the questions.
(5) Do not try to confuse/bluff/dodge the interviewer:
Ensure you don’t try to confuse the interviewer by giving random explanations and answers of the asked questions. They are smart people sitting there and won’t take time to gauge that you are trying to bluff the answer which will lead a negative impression of yours. Rather, try being honest and accept if you don’t know something.
(6) Don’t be aggressive/argue:
You should avoid getting into arguments with any of the interviewer. There is a big difference between healthy discussion and argument but a very thin line which might get crossed if you get aggressive answering them and gets into an argument. Try being straight to the point and prefer avoiding any form of argument.
(7) Do not flatter:
Why you should avoid this is because flattering won’t work. Keep this thing out of your mind that the interviews are biased and selections are not done based on knowledge and skill-set. Show the real you and don’t blandish the interviewers.
We hope you take the best habits with you and leave the ones that are not so good and will constantly keep on pushing yourselves to be better, everyday.
Do share and comment your feedback and other Do’s and Don’ts for KVPY Interviewbelow.
Last minute tips to crack IBPS Bank PO exam III
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection will be organising the Common Written Examination for Probationary Officer recruitment in 19 public sector banks.
The written examination for about 25,000 vacant positions will be held on October 19, 20, 26 and 27.
For the first time, this examination will be conducted online and approximately 18 lakh students from across the country are set to appear for it.
The paper will be of 200 marks and will test your aptitude in five areas: Reasoning, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge.
For the convenience and benefit of students, IBPS has also provided the option of mock tests so that candidates can acquaint themselves with the pattern of the online examination.
Candidates who clear the written test will be shortlisted for the common interview that will be held in the third week of January 2014.
The final allotments will take place in March 2014.
For the benefit of readers, Rediff.com had organised an online chat with Anil Nagar, founder of CareerPower Institute on October 18 between 4 and 5 pm IST.
In the chat, Nagar answered questions and offered tips and strategies on how to prepare for the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection's Bank PO exam.
For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript:
Anil Nagar: Hello everyone. I am Anil Nagar, Director, Career Power Institute, Delhi (A premier institute for government jobs preparation). Please post your questions and I will try my best to answer them.
Salim: Sir I am 32 years. Can I apply for the exam?
Anil Nagar: Hi Salim, it will depend on your category. Basically age criteria for IBPS PO is 21-28 years and 3 year relaxation is given to OBC Candidates and 5 Year relaxation to SC/ST candidates.
Rajat: what books to refer for CWE exam revision?
Anil Nagar: Hi Rajat,there are many books available in market for these exams, but, mostly, these are general books and cater to all related competitive exams like - PO , SSC, LIC, CTET ect.... But, if you want to go for specialized study material (Specific for IBPS PO), you can go for correspondence course of a reputed coaching institute like Career Power.
Nayan: where can I download admit card for the exam?
Anil Nagar: Hi Nayan, you can download you admit card for IBPS PO III from the below link - http://rediff.ly/2e16m
Rahul: How much should i score in each section to get an interview call? how many students are writing this year?
Anil Nagar: Approx. 18 Lac candidates are appearing for IBPS PO III exam. You should target at least 40 % marks in each section to clear cut-off for each section. If your overall actual score is 100 should definitely get a interview call.
Hardik: what books to read to crack GK section...please help
Anil Nagar: Hi Hardik, if you are concerned about your GK Part, you can refer to this GK Power Capsule for IBPS PO III Exam. It will very very useful for exam - http://rediff.ly/2e17i
Shahin: sir i want to try for IBPS exam but i don’t have the information regarding IBPS so pls tell me the whole procedure from starting to end
Anil Nagar: Hi Shahin, Institute for Banking Personnel Selection is the body which conducts combined recruitment exam for 21 PSU banks. The process includes a common written exam and common interviews. After the common interview process, banks are allocated on the basis of combined merit score (written exam interview). For more details you can refer to this notification (IBPS PO III) - http://rediff.ly/2e188
Vishal: How do i get the information for IBPS exam like when is the last date for registration, etc
Anil Nagar: You can refer to http://rediff.ly/2e18e ... this is a special portal providing information about IBPS Bank exams, like new notifications, fresh vacancies, last date etc
Anil: What is the preparation method for cracking the IBPS bank exam?
Anil Nagar: Now a days, competition is really tough and one has to work really hard to succeed in the exam. Conceptual clarity and Continuous Practice is the key!
Tushar: How can I apply for the exam? which are the banks that are selecting candidates
Anil Nagar: You can apply for the exam online at http://rediff.ly/2e19q ... Forms for IBPS PO exam are generally out by May/June every year.
List of the banks under IBPS PO III - Allahabad Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Syndicate Bank, Andhra Bank, Corporation Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, UCO Bank, Bank of Baroda, Dena Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce, Union Bank of India, Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, United Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, IDBI Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, Vijaya Bank, Canara Bank
List of the banks under IBPS PO III - Allahabad Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Syndicate Bank, Andhra Bank, Corporation Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, UCO Bank, Bank of Baroda, Dena Bank, Oriental Bank of Commerce, Union Bank of India, Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, United Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, IDBI Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, Vijaya Bank, Canara Bank
Jeswal: Hi how to crack the online test? how is it different from the written exam?
Anil Nagar: Online test is very similar to paper pencil test, but here you see all the questions on your computer screen rather than on a paper. Also, you have to mark you answers online. Just because of the change in format, there are many changes required in the strategy for this exam. One should practice as many online test as possible because it gives you confidence and helps you build right strategy.
Priyanjan Dutta: How to manage the time for each section?
Anil Nagar: Managing time is a art. Eventually, you have to manage you time in such a way that you are able to clear the sectional cut-offs and maximize the overall score. You should practice online tests and form a strategy to fulfil above aim. There is no universal strategy for any exam, it is always individual specific.
Naveen: Which book should I prefer for reasoning and plz tell me how this Ibps exam different from ssc 10 2 entrance exam
Anil Nagar: IBPS PO and SSC 10 2 exams are totally different exams. IBPS PO is on the basis of graduation, while SSC 10 2 can be give after 10 2 exam. Also, IBPS PO is for office level recruitment in PSU banks, while SSC 10 2 is clerical level recruitment in central government jobs.
Sheetal: How is Abhyudaya co-op bank?
Anil Nagar: It is good bank to work with. Recently it was conferred with the Best Chairman award by the banking frontier amongst all co-operative banks.
Yasmin: How many type of question they ask and what are the sections?
Anil Nagar: IBPS PO III consists of 5 sections - Reasoning (50 Marks), English Language (40 Marks), Quantitative Aptitude (50 Marks), General Awareness (40 marks), Computer Knowledge (20 Marks)
Rajat: Sir how to prepare for computer paper
Anil Nagar: Computer section is actually very easy and mostly it based on application... i.e. if you understand the working of computer, MS Windows and work on MS Office (word and Excel), then you can answer most of the questions. Also, you can refer to NCERT Computer Basics book, if you want.
Sumit: Sir general awarness question belongs to only banking or not?
Anil Nagar: Hi Sumit, in GA sections roughly 75% questions come from Banking Awareness and 25% questions come from Current Affairs.
Sumit: Sir my age is 28 year nd i am an engineer i want to become PO is this possible now
Anil Nagar : Yes Sumit, you can give IBPS PO Exam. Age limit (for general category) for IBPS PO III is 21-30 years.
Sumit: And one more question sir, to clear all section and get a good score, how many number of questions target should i set, that can easily breach nd which section first
Anil Nagar: If you score 40% in each section and your overall, actual score is 100 , then should definitely clear the written test and get a interview call
Anil Nagar: Dear All, Thank you for attending this chat. Within this limited time, we tried to take maximum number of queries. Career Power Insitute, Delhi wishes you all the best for the exam! Go to exam hall with confidence and half the battle will be won! Best wishes!
Last Minute tipss tackle IIT-JEE
So, the biggest exam of your life is just a month away! Don't panic and don't pretend that it will go away - it won't ! If you're planned and focussed, you won't find IIT-JEE to be the nightmare you fear. It's been long since you started preparing, so now it's time to give attention to the nitty gritties.
Don't forget that a smart set of paper-setters have their methods, even under the strict format of objective questions, to distinguish between a 'thinking and analytical' student and a 'memory oriented accepting' student.
IIT-JEE is not a 'last minute preparation exam'. Do not expect miracles. IIT-JEE is not a memory based exam. Last-minute 'cramming' will not be useful.
It does not matter 'how much' you have studied - what matters is 'how well' and what you have studied. In simple words, rather than trying to complete 100 per cent of the syllabus by doing a bit of each topic, it will be more fruitful if you focus on only 60-65 per cent of the syllabus and do it thoroughly.
The pattern of the IIT-JEE has undergone a radical change this year. The exact pattern is still unclear. Don't let this bother you. Remember , the uncertainty does not affect only you - it affects everybody.
Even though the pattern has changed, the basic philosophy hasn't - the IIT-JEE will still be a test of your fundamentals, and their application.
Here are a few tips which will help you plan your studies over the next month:
1. Find a nice place to study. It must be quiet, well lit and without distractions. Keep background noises to the minimum.
2. Prepare a study plan timetable, and it can make all the difference over the next four weeks. Constantly monitor your progress. Here's how you can make a to-the-point time table.
3. a) Make a list of the topics and divide them into three different categories - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly. The Good - topics that you think you are good at - these are your strengths, which you need to consolidate. The Bad - topics that you are not so comfortable with, but with additional effort can be mastered - these are weaknesses that you need to work on. The Ugly - topics which are 'greek or latin' - these are your blind spots which you are going to ignore for the exam.
b) Calculate the time you can put in per day. (Don't go overboard by doing it 18 hours a day - you need your sleep).
c) Divide your time across the various topics, focusing on The Good and The Bad. Aim for a balance. Use the syllabuses for each subject as a starting point. Look at what you need to know and try to identify any gaps in your knowledge. (A good way of doing this is to look at the results of past papers or tests you have worked through).
d) Prepare a schedule for the topics that you are going to cover each day, so that you have a daily target. You may find it helpful to change from one subject to another at 'break'time. It helps to build in some variety.
e) Aim to have your revision completed by a week before your exams. This gives you: flexibility in case of illness more time to spend for difficulties time to practice mock tests.
4. Trust yourself. Once you know a topic thoroughly, move on. Don't get panicky if you come across questions that you cannot solve and keep going back to the topics that you have already finished.
5. How to study: There is no 'right way' to revise, as long as your method enables you to gain a solid grasp of key facts and consolidate your knowledge. Study with a friend and test each other's knowledge, but revise rather than chat!
a) Practice - This is the most important part. Unless you allocate sufficient time to practicing problems, all your effort will go waste. IIT-JEE is now an objective exam, and unless you have sufficient practice, you will not be able to achieve a proper balance between speed and accuracy. While revising a subject, practise in an environment that you would be giving your exam in. This would be an actual simulation of the examination itself.
b) Choose your study material sensibly. Do not fall into the trap of collecting lots of different books. Remember - you have limited time. Save it and get recommendations from your teachers.
6. Relaxation is also important. You must achieve a balance between this and work to make your revision really effective. Allow yourself some fun-time each day to relax. Eat sensibly - your brain cells need energy to function well. Make sure you drink plenty of water to avoid becoming dehydrated. Dehydration makes you tired and reduces concentration. Maintain a regular sleep pattern, seven hours of sleep is mandatory for the body to function well. It is not important whether you study late or get up early, as long as you get into the habit of being alert at the same time as that of the exam. Try and stop working an hour before bedtime. You will find it helpful to do some muscular relaxation, which is particularly effective in relieving stress.
7. Don't panic. Think about what you can achieve, not what you can't. Positive thinking is important! Keep the exam in context - even if you do badly, there will be other options.
8. Above all - Do what you can. Don't think that there's no point. You can still make a difference. Use your last minute panic constructively. You probably know more than you realise. If you are anxious, don't bottle it up. Please have a word with your parents, friends or teachers.
9. Time out: To prevent mental fatigue, take a short break as soon as you notice your mind is losing concentration. Stick to activities that do not break your study continuum. Avoid television and loud music.
Don't forget that a smart set of paper-setters have their methods, even under the strict format of objective questions, to distinguish between a 'thinking and analytical' student and a 'memory oriented accepting' student.
IIT-JEE is not a 'last minute preparation exam'. Do not expect miracles. IIT-JEE is not a memory based exam. Last-minute 'cramming' will not be useful.
It does not matter 'how much' you have studied - what matters is 'how well' and what you have studied. In simple words, rather than trying to complete 100 per cent of the syllabus by doing a bit of each topic, it will be more fruitful if you focus on only 60-65 per cent of the syllabus and do it thoroughly.
The pattern of the IIT-JEE has undergone a radical change this year. The exact pattern is still unclear. Don't let this bother you. Remember , the uncertainty does not affect only you - it affects everybody.
Even though the pattern has changed, the basic philosophy hasn't - the IIT-JEE will still be a test of your fundamentals, and their application.
Here are a few tips which will help you plan your studies over the next month:
1. Find a nice place to study. It must be quiet, well lit and without distractions. Keep background noises to the minimum.
2. Prepare a study plan timetable, and it can make all the difference over the next four weeks. Constantly monitor your progress. Here's how you can make a to-the-point time table.
3. a) Make a list of the topics and divide them into three different categories - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly. The Good - topics that you think you are good at - these are your strengths, which you need to consolidate. The Bad - topics that you are not so comfortable with, but with additional effort can be mastered - these are weaknesses that you need to work on. The Ugly - topics which are 'greek or latin' - these are your blind spots which you are going to ignore for the exam.
b) Calculate the time you can put in per day. (Don't go overboard by doing it 18 hours a day - you need your sleep).
c) Divide your time across the various topics, focusing on The Good and The Bad. Aim for a balance. Use the syllabuses for each subject as a starting point. Look at what you need to know and try to identify any gaps in your knowledge. (A good way of doing this is to look at the results of past papers or tests you have worked through).
d) Prepare a schedule for the topics that you are going to cover each day, so that you have a daily target. You may find it helpful to change from one subject to another at 'break'time. It helps to build in some variety.
e) Aim to have your revision completed by a week before your exams. This gives you: flexibility in case of illness more time to spend for difficulties time to practice mock tests.
4. Trust yourself. Once you know a topic thoroughly, move on. Don't get panicky if you come across questions that you cannot solve and keep going back to the topics that you have already finished.
5. How to study: There is no 'right way' to revise, as long as your method enables you to gain a solid grasp of key facts and consolidate your knowledge. Study with a friend and test each other's knowledge, but revise rather than chat!
a) Practice - This is the most important part. Unless you allocate sufficient time to practicing problems, all your effort will go waste. IIT-JEE is now an objective exam, and unless you have sufficient practice, you will not be able to achieve a proper balance between speed and accuracy. While revising a subject, practise in an environment that you would be giving your exam in. This would be an actual simulation of the examination itself.
b) Choose your study material sensibly. Do not fall into the trap of collecting lots of different books. Remember - you have limited time. Save it and get recommendations from your teachers.
6. Relaxation is also important. You must achieve a balance between this and work to make your revision really effective. Allow yourself some fun-time each day to relax. Eat sensibly - your brain cells need energy to function well. Make sure you drink plenty of water to avoid becoming dehydrated. Dehydration makes you tired and reduces concentration. Maintain a regular sleep pattern, seven hours of sleep is mandatory for the body to function well. It is not important whether you study late or get up early, as long as you get into the habit of being alert at the same time as that of the exam. Try and stop working an hour before bedtime. You will find it helpful to do some muscular relaxation, which is particularly effective in relieving stress.
7. Don't panic. Think about what you can achieve, not what you can't. Positive thinking is important! Keep the exam in context - even if you do badly, there will be other options.
8. Above all - Do what you can. Don't think that there's no point. You can still make a difference. Use your last minute panic constructively. You probably know more than you realise. If you are anxious, don't bottle it up. Please have a word with your parents, friends or teachers.
9. Time out: To prevent mental fatigue, take a short break as soon as you notice your mind is losing concentration. Stick to activities that do not break your study continuum. Avoid television and loud music.
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