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Which book is best for preparation of the IIM Indore IPM?
To get admission to IIM Indore, you have to clear the CAT exam successfully and it is considered one of the toughest exams in India. But here are the names of some of the best books which will be very helpful for the preparation for the CAT exam.
Pearson's IPMAT Book :
- This is a very popular book for IPMAT. It is one of the oldest books for CAT preparation and it also includes analysis of past year patterns.
- The latest version of this book would be more refined and will have some more valuable information that will be needed for your preparation.
Arun Sharma :
- This book is very popular for CAT quant preparation.
- The first two levels of this book can also be used for IPMAT quant preparation.
Maths NCERT Book :
- This book is very underrated as many students don't give much importance to this book.
- But this book is very important for your maths preparation.
- There will be many questions in the exam based on this book.
Others :
- Apart from these books, also go through some coaching materials such as TIME's career launcher, online coaching videos as these include valuable information.
- Practice previous year’s question papers as this will give you an idea of how tough the exam is going to be.
Hence, these are some of the important books which will be very important for your CAT preparation. If you go through all these books then you will surely clear the CAT exam and get admission to IIM Indore.
How should I prepare for IIT Gandhinagar Msc Cognitive Science written test? How many sections are asked in test?
I gave my written test for MSc. Cognitive Science was offered at IIT Gandhinagar some time back.
The written test is the same for everyone and contains 4 Comprehensive-type questions and 1 question on Data Interpretation. The total marks for the test are 25 and the duration for the test is 1 hour. Solve some random comprehensive-type questions from the internet to prepare for your written exam.
Passages can come from topics such as - Pathophysiology of neurodegenerative disorders, case studies of behavioral experiments using VR/AR, the latest advancements in AI and Philosophy, etc.
The questions are designed in a manner that can be interpreted by everyone. Keep calm and you will surely qualify for the written test for this program at IIT Gandhinagar.
What is the optimal preparation for admission into Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) Pune?
For FTII, Pune, you must first be a film enthusiast in some way. It is an excellent place to visit if you have a strong passion for and interest in cinema. You should always be honest and clear about what you know and don't know. A general understanding of regional or national cinema is required. Filmmaking should be full of energy and enthusiasm. You should watch a lot of good movies and TV shows. Read various books on literature, fiction, and so on. Learn about current events and general knowledge. View and study the works of at least ten great filmmakers from around the world, as well as at least ten or more good filmmakers from India (at least 3 - 4 regional filmmakers). This would make you understand the concept in a broader way. View their entire body of work.
What is the best way to prepare for NCAT (NICMAR Admission Test)?
I have a few friends from NICMAR. Here is their insight on how to do well in NCAT (NICMAR Admission Test).
- For the written examination consult R.S Agarwal books. Learn the basics. You can also read other aptitude books as well.
- Try to give a few mock tests. It will help you figure out the right strategy for attempting different sections during the test.
- Stay updated with current affairs. It will help you during GD too.
- Try not to leave any questions in the written examination, since there is no negative marking.
- Work on your communication skills. The faculty will mostly judge you based on your performance in GD and PI sections.
The difficulty level of the exam is not that hard. Try to perform well in the personal interview as your selection will mostly depend on that.
Exams and Tests: What is the best way to prepare for NCAT (NICMAR Admission Test)?
NICMAR Admission process gives the maximum weightage to NCAT Exam (150 Marks). It has three sections which are as follows:
Preparation Time: 3 Months
- Quant: R.S Aggarwal or equivalent aptitude books will be best for this section. Some questions are really easy that can be solved in less than a minute. If you want to maximize your score, practice moderate-level questions of other MBA entrance exams. Be thorough with percentages, allegations and mixtures, ratios, time speed, and distance, and like topics as questions are asked from these topics.
- Data Interpretations: There are multiple books available for Bank PO Exams in which such sets are available. You can just go through them. It is sort of a puzzle so you will have fun doing it.
- Verbal and GK: Reading Comprehension is very easy. Just practice a few comprehension available in any competitive exam book. This section also tests your vocabulary as synonyms and antonyms questions will be based on your vocabulary. GK questions are really easy and you’d have read them somewhere even if you are not a news freak. To sum up, if you read the newspaper daily and practice a few comprehensions, synonym antonyms, and grammar questions, you are more than ready for this section.
In NCAT, speed matters the most. You should solve the easy questions first. Do not waste your time if you are finding any questions tough. Just move on. Most importantly, you should improve your grade in UG. Participate in competitions and earn certification. Nothing much can be done as what you have done earlier matters here.
During the personal interview, brush up on your basics of civil engineering (concrete and building material especially). The basic HR questions will be asked like why do you want to join NICMAR, what are your long-term goals, etc. They also test your speaking skills by giving you a topic to speak on. So, you can also practice it as it will be good for you in the longer run.
How do I prepare for the CDPI in NMIMS, Mumbai? Will I get admission into NMIMS, Bangalore if my Mumbai CDPI does not go well?
Preparing for the CD PI round is a crucial part because your chances of admission depend on them largely. My answer entails the tips one must adhere to before and during the Case Discussion round.
Before Case Discussion
Be well versed in current affairs, general knowledge and industry trends.
Prepare arguments on some specific topics including both sides of the argument
Prepare concise but concrete points
Mock discussions are the most precise way to prepare for CD
Analyze your own performance relentlessly and keep improving
During Case Discussions
- During the initial 15 minutes, deliver 2-3 strong points
- Present the problem in a crisp manner
- Support your points with real-life examples or that from current affairs. Supporting your own or even others' points through reasoning and examples will get you free points
- Summarize all the good points given by the others on a sheet of paper to give a nice ending note
- Give chance to the silent speakers this might impress the panelists
- Add recommendations and support it with relevant information
Personal Interview
- Know about yourself like your abilities, strengths, and weaknesses and present it in a good manner
- Practice the interview with someone and receive feedbacks
- You should prepare on personal information, education background, work experiences, hobbies, interests, future plans, and current affairs.
Mock CD and PI are extremely important as the advice and feedback received will increase your performance and confidence tremendously.
Coming to the second part of your question, Both colleges have different merit lists. If you don't do well in NM Mumbai rounds, you still stand a chance to convert your NM Bangalore/Hyderabad call, provided you’ve applied for a PGDM course as well.
How can I prepare for the design aptitude test (DAT) and personal interview (PI) for admission to CPDM, IISc Bangalore?
DAT or the Design Aptitude Test has 2 parts DAT I and DAT II and the selection of the interview is done on the basis of the first one. DAT I like a CEED examination has no multiple-choice questions while DAT II covers basic electronics, engineering mechanics, and materials science. The mathematical problems will be such that students from any branch are able to solve them.
The final selection is done on the basis of the total score from the DAT and the PI. The acceptance ratio of CPDM is around 10% as about 200+ students sit for DST and only 20-25 students are selected. One of my friends got selected for the PI round and was asked the following questions
- Questions asked were meant to evaluate your approach to designing products or services.
- Design assignments were given that tested your approach to designing
- You will be questioned about your past experiences, academics, and your projects.
The best way to get selected is to present a unique idea while sounding genuine. Dont bluff as they are quick to catch and you will lose your chance.
How should I prepare for MS Mechanical test at IIT Madras?
The written test for MS Mechanical has 3 major topics to choose from: Design; Thermal; and Manufacturing.
The section you chose has to be necessarily the same for both written and interview. There are a total of 12 questions in the written test - 10 questions from chosen section and 2 questions from Maths.
Every question carries equal marks (2 marks). Usually, 8 questions are numerical based while the rest 4 are theoretical. Numerical questions were based on engineering topics like SOM, Tom, and Mechanics while theoretical questions were highly conceptual. One has to answer around 8-9 questions to get shortlisted for the interview
Once the shortlisted candidates' list is released, you are required to go for document verification. You will be informed of your interview date as well. You might be asked to bring a copy of your first-year project along with you and will be asked questions related to it.
Once summoned, you will be asked to select 3 different projects out of 3 different specializations. (Thermal/design/manufacturing) for the MS course. You will be asked basic questions from the topic you have prepared beforehand and sometimes additional mathematics questions are also asked.
Overall, the interview is not as difficult as it seems and enough preparation will get you through.
How should I prepare for IBPS SO (marketing) interview?
To talk about the academic side, brush your knowledge that concerns marketing concepts, banking jargon and current affairs. Also, if the interviewer comes up with certain personal questions, make sure you answer them honestly.
I'd like to share my sister’s experience here with you. Her IBPS SO Marketing exam was conducted in Andhra Pradesh Apex College, Hyderabad. She reached the location on time. Make sure you do that too. Document verification takes place after that and after half an hour or so, her turn for the interview came. There will be other candidates along with you and they'd be allotted different serial numbers. You've to be a little patient in case your serial number comes up a little late.
The interview lasted for ten minutes. The panel consisted of 5 members, 4 male and 1, female.
The questions they asked included the following:
- Since she has completed her education, what has she been doing since then? - She told them this was her first interview and they further enquired whether she was placed or not. They also inquired about the gap as they were curious about it. She mentioned that she wasn't doing anything constructive, instead, was teaching in a local school. This left a rather negative impact and gave them a good reason to shoot even more questions.
- What does a Bank Balance Sheet include? (Answered)
- Define a Cheque and the parties involved (Answered wrong out of confusion)
- Name of the Union Commerce Minister (Didn't know)
- Define Priority Sector Lending (Answered in a local language - Telugu)
- Define Bancassurance (Answered, But along came a series of questions)
- Define GST (Answered almost everything about GST except what it meant at a surface level. They were very patient)
- Full form of IRDA (Didn't answer)
- Define Marketing Research (Answered, but wasn't up to the mark)
- Roles and responsibilities of marketing officers in the bank (Answered)
- Define home loan. Explain how she would persuade customers for it (Answered)
And with this, thanks was greeted and with a smile, she was told to leave. She was clueless about the results considering her experience, a miracle can only save her.
What are some tips for a fresher at IIT Kharagpur regarding academics and life in IIT?
Before I give you some tips for a fresher at IIT Kharagpur, you need to know that your college life is a very important part of your life and all the experiences and memories are precious. A few tips that will help you on the way are
- You will face tough competition here because your peers are geniuses from various fields so don’t let that dishearten you.
- Choose a society that actually Excites and intrigues you rather than choosing the one that approaches you the most.
- Pay attention to academics especially during your spring semester because a lot of events like the spring fest, illumination, and alumni meet might hinder your studies and result in poor grades.
- Don’t let distractions make the better of you as you yourself are responsible for your life and career.
- Your CGPA is much more valuable than the POR in the long run, so make sure to pursue your passion without sacrificing your CGPA.
Lastly, bear no regrets regarding the choice of your branch or your JEE rank because you need to focus on the future and forget the past.
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