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09 Dec 24

How to prepare for NMAT exam 2022?

NMAT is one of the most sought after MBA entrance exams in India. NMAT is conducted by GMAC (The Graduate Management Admission Council) as an attempt to shortlist candidates for getting an admit in NMIMS and other good MBA institutes and is one of the most candidate friendly entrance exams. Why do we say that? That is because NMAT allows every candidate to take the exam three times within its testing window. The testing window is 75 days long. On top of it, NMAT gives another opportunity for candidates to select the test day, time, and center according to their convenience & subject to availability. If the candidate is not satisfied with his or her performance in the first attempt, then he or she can retake the exam in the test window. One more interesting thing about the NMAT exam is that it does not have any negative marking. Therefore, candidates should leverage this opportunity by making intelligent guesses. The challenging part of this exam is that the time given to answer the questions is quite less. You need to be quite quick and fast to answer the questions. Maintaining accuracy in such a time limit is also difficult. So, proper preparation with the right strategy will help you get the desired score in the NMAT exam. NMAT Exam PatternThere are three parts of the NMAT test- Language Skills, Quantitative Skills, and Logical Reasoning. In the year 2020, GMAC amended the NMAT Exam Pattern. Previously, the overall number of questions used to be 120, and candidates had 120 minutes to answer them. GMAC has reduced the total number of questions to 108 and still has the same time limit. The section-wise changes are-Language Skills- Time Limit increased from 22minutes to 26 minutes.Number of Questions also increased from 32 to 36.Quantitative Skills- Time Limit decreased …

09 Dec 24

How to prepare for IIFT exam 2022?

IIFT exam is conducted by the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade for admission to MBA-IB courses at IIFT Delhi, IIFT Kolkata, and IIFT Kakinada. IIFT is conducted every year right after the CAT exam. Usually, there is a gap of one week between the two exams. IIFT exam is conducted at approximately 220 cities across India. The major sections of the exam are- Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and General Awareness. Candidates get a total of two hours (120 minutes) for completing the exam. What makes IIFT different is that the total number of questions changes every year. It is not fixed. The IIFT exam follows a unique and distinct marking scheme for different sections. Each section has its own sectional cut-off. Along with that, there is a general awareness section, as well. So, IIFT tests everything like subject knowledge, analytical skills, time management skills, and the ability to perform well under pressure. Therefore, preparing for such an exam requires a specific strategy. Our blog on how to prepare for IIFT will brief you about all the necessary tips and strategies which will help you in your IIFT preparation. But before discussing the strategies to crack IIFT, let us go through the IIFT exam pattern to understand the exam better. IIFT Exam PatternThe exam is conducted in online mode. The total number of questions varies from 110 to 123. The marking scheme is also variable; i.e., it is different for different sections. However, for a wrong question, one-third of the marks per question will be deducted.Following table shows the exam pattern of IIFT 2022SectionMarks awarded per questionNo. of QuestionsTotal MarksVerbal Ability31957Reading Comprehension31648Quants32575Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation33090General Awareness1.52030Total110300A candidate is eligible for the exam if he or she has secured at least 50% marks in his or her …

09 Dec 24

Common Mistakes to avoid in Quants section of CAT

For most of the candidates wanting to appear for CAT, the quantitative ability section is considered to be a tough nut to crack. Not to mention, but it is the most dreaded section by CAT aspirants. It is the last section to be attempted, after a tiresome two hours-long battle with the Verbal and DI-LR section. The candidates, even after having a good fundamental knowledge of the concepts, are not able to perform well in Quants due to exhaustion and less speed. There are some candidates who do not know how to manage time during the exam or those who panic during the exam. Many candidates from a non-engineering background would have lost touch with Quants for quite a long time. This is also one of the reasons for most of the candidates being not able to perform well in the quants section. Several common CAT Quant mistakes exist, which must be recognized and stopped right from the early stages of preparation. Therefore, we bring this blog stating the common mistakes to avoid in the Quants section of CAT. Candidates are advised not to commit these mistakes while preparing or appearing for the CAT exam. You may commit these mistakes during your preparation phase and probably take note of them so that you don’t make these mistakes again. Common Mistakes to avoid in Quants Section of CATHere are the following common mistakes which you need to avoid in Quants section of CAT- 1. Not selecting the right questionsThe makers of CAT have mastered the art of creating a good mix of easy and difficult questions. When you go through some past year CAT question papers, you will observe that there will be some easier questions that will take a few seconds to solve! On the other hand, there will be some questions …

09 Dec 24

How to prepare for TISSNET and TISSMAT?

Tata Institute of Social Sciences conducts the TISS National Entrance Test for selecting candidates for the first stage of the admission process of TISS’ postgraduate courses of management. The MA programs available at the TISS colleges are in accordance with the management programs provided by India's leading MBA colleges & universities. In order to get admitted into MA programs of TISS colleges, scoring good marks is necessary for the TISSNET exam. The exam is conducted in online mode and comprises of three main sections, namely English Proficiency, Maths and Logical Reasoning and General Awareness. For the candidates who feel that they could not properly perform in CAT and other MBA entrance exams, TISSNET comes as another golden opportunity to study at the top B-schools of India. Therefore, StudyBuzz brings another blog on How to prepare for TISSNET. In this blog, we will explain about the TISSNET exam and strategies to prepare for it. So, without further ado, let’s begin.Before we start with the TISSNET Preparation tips, let us first understand the TISSNET Exam Pattern. TISSNET Exam PatternTISSNET is a computer-based exam with total marks as 100. The candidates are required to complete 100 questions in 1 hour and 40 minutes. All the questions are Multiple Choice Questions. It is conducted across 39 cities across India. The TISSNET exam pattern is as follows- Name of SectionTotal QuestionsMarks per questionTotal MarksEnglish Proficiency30130Mathematics and Logical Reasoning30130General Awareness40140Total100100There is no negative marking for the wrong question. There is sectional cut off for the General Awareness section. The sectional cut off for this section is usually around 35% or 14 marks. Usually, the total cut off is around 74 marks. So, you should target a score of 75 or more. It will be a safe score for you. And if prepared properly, you can easily achieve this …

09 Dec 24

How to register for CAT? Complete CAT registration process

Common Admission Test, usually known as CAT, is an entrance exam conducted by one of the old IIMs. This entrance exam is used for shortlisting candidates for admission to MBA or PGDM programs at prestigious institutes like all the IIMs, MDI, IITs, FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, and many other B-schools all over India. CAT is one of the most popular MBA entrance exams in India. CAT exam is taken by approximately two to three lakhs students every year. Candidates from various backgrounds like Engineering, Commerce, Arts, and Law appear for this exam every year. The CAT exam will be conducted across 156 cities all over India. It will be conducted in two slots- Morning and Afternoon Slot.The CAT notification is already out. You all must be preparing really hard for CAT. One more important aspect of CAT is that you need to fill in the registration form correctly. This is because any discrepancy or wrong information can lead to serious consequences. And many times, students find it quite confusing to fill the application form amidst the full-on preparation phase. Therefore, Studybuzz brings you this blog, which will guide you through the entire process of filling out the CAT registration form. Moreover, we will tell you about the CAT exam day rules and regulations so that you are completely prepared for the D-day. So, without further ado, let us start explaining – How to register for the CAT exam. CAT Registration Process – Documents RequiredBefore you start your registration process for CAT, you need to have the following documents ready with you-Your passport size photograph- It should be in .jpg or .jpeg format with size less than 80kb.Your Signature- It should be in .jpg or .jpeg format with a size of less than 80 kb.NC-OBC/SC/ST certificatePwD/DA certificateDocuments mentioned in point 3 and 4 …

09 Dec 24

How to prepare for CMAT?

CMAT full form is the Common Management Admission Test. It is conducted once every year for getting admission into MBA programs of renowned B-schools like JBIMS, KJ Somaiya, Welingkar, and many more. Approximately 70,000 candidates appear for this exam. It is usually held across 110 cities all over India. CMAT is a computer-based test, and the test duration is of 3 hours. If you think that your performance in the other MBA entrance exams is not up to the mark, then CMAT can be a great option for you. If you score well in CMAT, then you can get calls from good B-schools of India. Therefore, we at StudyBuzz bring a blog on How to prepare for the CMAT exam. This blog will explain about all the preparation strategies to crack the CMAT exam. But before we explain the CMAT Preparation strategies, let’s have a look at the CMAT exam pattern so that we understand this exam better. CMAT Exam PatternThe CMAT exam is a computer-based test. It is an objective type test. The four major sections of CMAT are- Language ComprehensionQuants & Data InterpretationGeneral AwarenessLogical reasoningEach section contains 25 questions each. Therefore, there are a total of 100 questions in the CMAT exam. For every right answer, four marks are awarded. Therefore, the CMAT exam is of 400 marks in total. For every wrong answer, one mark is deducted. Scoring more than 300 in this exam will fetch you a good percentile and getting a call from top institutes. Now that the CMAT’s exam pattern is clear let us have a look at the CMAT eligibility criteria. CMAT EligibilityA candidate is eligible for the exam if he or she has secured at least 50% marks in his or her graduation degree of at least three years duration from a reputed or recognized college/university. Moreover, candidates …

09 Dec 24

How to prepare for GMAT exam?

GMAC conducts the GMAT exam for admission to various MBA or executive MBA programs in India and abroad. Many B-schools accept GMAT scores for their Masters in Management (MiM) programs. GMAT exam assesses skills most relevant to the success in the management program. It is a computer adaptive test. This means that the difficulty level of the next question depends upon whether you answer the current question correctly or not. If you answer the question on your screen correctly, then the next question will be difficult. And if you answer the question on your screen incorrectly, then the next question will be an easier one. The candidates will get a score ranging from 200 to 800. The duration of the GMAT exam is 3 hours and 7 minutes. Moreover, you can schedule your GMAT exam as per your convenience by checking the test venue and slots available near you. You can take this exam five times. If a candidate is not happy with his or her performance, he or she can retake the exam as per their convenience and preparation level. Each attempt will cost you approximately eighteen to twenty thousand rupees (250 USD). One interesting thing about the GMAT exam is that its score is valid for up to five years. GMAT EligibilityThere are no particular eligibility criteria laid down by the GMAT exam. However, the candidate should be at least 18 years old. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria of the course and B-school they wish to apply. Usually, the eligibility criteria are that the candidate must have completed the graduation of a minimum of 3 years from any stream. The candidate should have secured at least 50% marks in his/her graduation. GMAT Exam PatternGMAT is a computer-based adaptive test. This means that the difficulty level of your next question …

09 Dec 24

How to prepare for SRCC GBO?

SRCC conducts the SRCC GBO exam as an initial stage for shortlisting students for admission to its PGDM program in Global Business Operations. This particular PGDGBO program is related to international business management. It offers exposure to the global business environment to the students. So, students interested in international business management can appear for this exam. This exam is conducted across various cities in India. It is a good option for students since the fees is nominal, and the average placements are quite decent. Moreover, the students will get to experience the excellent pedagogy of SRCC. This course is considered equivalent to an MBA in International Business and a gateway to various career opportunities and job roles in domains like Consulting, BFSI, Commerce, Informational Technology, and Marketing. This SRCC GBO exam also comes as a good option for the candidates whose other MBA entrance exams did not go well. Also, if prepared properly, this exam can be cracked easily. This blog will brief you about the preparation strategies and tips to crack the SRCC GBO exam. But before we start, let’s have a look at the other important aspects like eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and syllabus to have a better understanding of it. SRCC GBO EligibilityA candidate is eligible for the exam if he or she has secured at least 50% marks in his or her graduation degree of at least three years duration from a reputed or recognized college/university. Moreover, candidates in their final year of graduation can also take the exam. There is no particular age limit for appearing for the SRCC-GBO exam.SRCC GBO Exam PatternSRCC GBO exam has a total of 160 questions which can be answered in 120 minutes. It is a Computer Based test. The questions are of MCQ type. There are total four sections- Logical …

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