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Competitive Exams In India

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India has an obsession with entrance exams and the students here are no different. They toil and burn the midnight oil for months preparing for these exams.

We envision to give you the size and number of aspirants for some of the major entrance exams conducted in the country. 

Engineering (Under-grad):

1. JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination Main):

Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is an all India common engineering entrance examination conducted for admission to various engineering colleges and courses all over the country. The test comprises of two stages - JEE Main and JEE Advanced. The exams are of the objective pattern. JEE Main exam is for admission to National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIITs), Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs), while the JEE Advanced is for admission to the elite Indian Institute of Technology (IITs). Only the students selected in JEE Mains are eligible for appearing in JEE Advanced.

Number of applicants: 1,194,938

Minimum Eligibility: Class 12th (minimum 75%)

Website: http://jeemain.nic.in

Courses offered: BTech/B.E., B.Arch and B.Planning.

2. JEE Advanced:

Number of applicants: 220,000

Minimum Eligibility: Performance in JEE (Main) 2017. Candidates should be among the top 2,20,000 (including all categories) by scoring positive marks in Paper-1 of JEE (Main) 2017.

Website: http://www.jeeadv.ac.in/

Courses offered: BTech/B.E., B.Arch and B.Planning.

3. BITSAT (Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test):

This examination is conducted by the Birla Institute of Technology and Science and their campus is located in Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad and Dubai.

Number of applicants: 196,000

Minimum Eligibility: Class 12th (minimum 60%)

Website: http://www.bitsadmission.com/index.aspx

Courses offered: BTech/B.E.

4. MUOET  (Manipal University Online Entrance Test):

This examination is conducted by Manipal University. Their campuses are located in Manipal, Sikkim, Jaipur, Malaysia and Dubai.

Number of applicants: 50,000

Minimum Eligibility: Class 12th

Website: https://manipal.edu/mu/academics/programs-list.html?filter=engineering

Courses offered: B.Tech, B.E., Biotechnology.

5. TS EAMCET (Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test):

The Telangana State Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test (TS EAMCET) is a state level entrance examination for admissions to undergraduate engineering programmes. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad will be the conducting authority for the TS EAMCET 2017 exam. The qualified applicants will be provided seats at the various government and private colleges across the state.

Number of applicants: 144,510

Minimum Eligibility: Class 12th  

Website: https://eamcet.tsche.ac.in/

6. AP EAMCET (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Medicine Common Entrance Test):

AP EAMCET is conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada every year for admission to undergraduate engineering programs across the state engineering colleges of Andhra Pradesh.

Number of applicants: 189,159

Website: http://sche.ap.gov.in/EAMCET/Eamcet/EAMCET_HomePage.aspx

7. KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test):

Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) conducts KCET for admissions to B. Tech programs in various colleges in the state of Karnataka. KCET is primarily for the student of Karnataka. The candidate should have studied and passed in one or more Government or Government recognised educational institutions located in the State of Karnataka for a minimum period of seven academic years.

Number of applicants: 96,000

Website: http://kea.kar.nic.in/

8. COMEDK UGET (Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka Under Graduate Entrance Test):

COMEDK UGET is a state level entrance exam for admission into medical and engineering undergraduate colleges in Karnataka. The difference between COMEDK UGET and KCET is, COMEDK UGET is open to students from all Indian states whereas KCET is limited to students from Karnataka. Also the fees for COMEDK colleges is much higher when compared to colleges under KCET. 

Number of applicants: 68,000

Website: https://www.comedk.org/

9. WB JEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam):

WB JEE is a state level undergraduate engineering entrance exam conducted by West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board every year for admission to 9 government and 94 private engineering colleges/universities of West Bengal.

Number of applicants: 127,000

Website: http://wbjeeb.nic.in/

10.  VITEEE (VIT Engineering Entrance Exam):

VIT University conducts VIT Engineering Entrance Exam (VITEEE) for admissions to various undergraduate engineering programmes across its Vellore and Chennai campuses. There are nearly 5,000 B.Tech seats for which around two lakh candidates register for VITEEE every year.

Number of applicants: 195,000

Website: http://www.vit.ac.in/

Engineering (Post-grad):

11. GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering):

GATE is conducted by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore and seven Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) namely IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Kanpur, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras and IIT Roorkee. It is a qualifying test for admission to M.Tech course in IITs, NITs and other top engineering colleges.

Number of applicants: 971,000

Website: http://www.gate.iitr.ernet.in/

Medical (Under-grad):

12. NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate):

NEET is conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in a pen and paper based mode. NEET is the single entrance test conducted for admissions to approximately 52,305 MBBS and BDS seats in India. As per a Supreme Court's directive in 2016, NEET has replaced All India Pre Medical Test (AIPMT) as well as all state level medical entrance tests and will now enable admission to all government, private and deemed medical and dental colleges / universities across the country.

Number of applicants: 600,000

Website: http://cbseneet.nic.in/cbseneet/welcome.aspx

13. AIIMS MBBS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences MBBS Entrance Examination):  

AIIMS MBBS Entrance Examination is a national level undergraduate medical entrance exam conducted by All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi for admission to MBBS programmes offered in AIIMS, New Delhi and six other AIIMS at Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Jodhpur, Patna, Raipur and Rishikesh.

Number of applicants: 150,000

Website: https://www.aiimsexams.org/

14.  JIPMER UG (Jawaharlal Institute Of Undergraduate Medical Education & Research):

JIPMER MBBS is a national level undergraduate medical entrance examination conducted by JIPMER, Puducherry for the admissions to 150 MBBS seats in JIPMER Puducherry and 50 MBBS seats in Karaikal.

Number of applicants: 150,000

Website: http://jipmer.edu.in/

Medical (Post-grad):

15. NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post Graduation):

NEET PG is the single entrance examination to various MD/MS and PG Diploma courses. NEET PG has replaced All India Post Graduate Medical Entrance Examination (AIPGMEE) and Diplomate of National Board Centralised Entrance Test (DNB CET) and will now enable admissions to all government, private and deemed medical colleges across the country.

Number of applicants: 117,000

Website: http://www.nbe.edu.in/neetpg/

16. AIIMS PG (All India Institute of Medical Sciences Post Graduate Entrance Examination):

The entrance test will be held for admissions to Master of Surgery (MS), Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS). AIIMS PG entrance exam is conducted twice a year for admissions to approximately 183 MD/MS programs in Clinical and Basic Clinical Sciences and seven MDS programs each in its January and July session.

Number of applicants: 75,000

Website: https://www.aiimsexams.org/

17.  JIPMER PG (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research Post Graduate Entrance Exam):

JIPMER PG is a national level post graduate medical entrance examination conducted by Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), Puducherry for admissions to a total of 132 seats in Master of Surgery (MS) and Doctor of Medicine programs. The post graduate entrance exam is conducted twice a year for providing admissions in January and July session.

Number of applicants: 18,500

Website: http://jipmer.edu.in/

18.  PGIMER Exam (Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research Entrance Exam):

PGIMER is a national level post graduate medical entrance exam conducted by Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh for admissions to as many as 213 seats offered in 20 post graduate courses in Master of Surgery (MS) and Doctor of Medicine (MD) programs.

Number of applicants: 7,600

Website: http://pgimer.edu.in/PGIMER_PORTAL/PGIMERPORTAL/home.jsp

19. NIMHANS Exam (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences Entrance Exam):

NIMHANS is an online objective pattern PG Entrance Exam conducted for admission to direct M.Ch. Neurosurgery/DM Neurology and MD Psychiatry courses. The exam is conducted twice a year in the January and the July sessions.

Number of applicants: 20,000

Website: http://www.nimhans.ac.in/results

Management:

20. CAT (Common Admission Test):

CAT is the national level management entrance exam conducted by Indian Institute of Management (IIM) for admission to 20 IIMs and more than 100 B-schools across India. CAT is a computer based test consisting multiple choice objective type questions from Quantitative Ability, Verbal, Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning. In terms of exam pattern, it is one of the most dynamic tests which changes almost every year depending on the discretion of the exam conducting authorities. CAT is the biggest national level MBA entrance test and is taken by more than 2 lakh candidates every year.  

Number of applicants: 232,434 Website: https://iimcat.ac.in

21. MAT (Management Aptitude Test):

Management Aptitude Test (MAT) is a national level MBA entrance test, conducted quarterly by the All India Management Association (AIMA). MAT is conducted in the month of February, May, September and December, in offline (paper-pen) and online (computer) modes. 

Number of applicants: 10,000 Website: https://www.aima.in/testing-services/mat/mat.html

22. XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test):

XAT or Xavier Aptitude Test is a national level MBA entrance exam conducted by XLRI Jamshedpur for the admission to post graduate management programmes at over 150 B-schools across India. It is a paper pencil based test consisting of both objective and subjective type questions held on the first Sunday of January every year. 

Number of applicants: 90,000 Website: http://www.xatonline.net.in/

23. CMAT (Common Management Admission Test):

CMAT or Common Management Admission Test is a national level MBA entrance exam conducted by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). It is a multiple choice objective type test conducted for the admission to around 1,000 AICTE approved B-schools across India. 

Number of applicants: 70,000 Website: http://www.aicte-cmat.in/

24. IIFT (Indian Institute of Foreign Trade):

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade conducts its national level post-graduation entrance exam, known as IIFT. The test is conducted for admissions to its MBA in International Business program at two of its campuses- IIFT Delhi and Kolkata. The test is conducted in offline (paper-pen) mode.

Number of applicants: 42,000 Website: http://tedu.iift.ac.in/iift/index.php

25. NMAT (Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test): 

NMAT is the MBA entrance exam conducted by Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). The exam will select the candidates for admission to Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS University) and 15 other B-schools across India.The computer based test is conducted in a 75-day long window from October to December.

Number of applicants: 83,000 Website: http://www.nmat.org.in/

26. SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test):

SNAP or the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test is the MBA entrance exam conducted by the Symbiosis International University for the admission in MBA programs of the 15 B-schools under the university. It is a paper pencil based test of 2 hours having 150 questions from 4 sections. 

Number of applicants: 40,000 Website: http://www.snaptest.org/

27. IBSAT (IBS Aptitude Test):

IBSAT is an online aptitude test conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE) for students seeking admission into MBA / PGPM programs at 9 IBS campuses - Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Dehradun, Gurgaon, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune.

Number of applicants: 25,000 Website: http://www.ibsindia.org/

Accounts 

Chartered Accountancy Exams (CA):

The Chartered Accountancy Course and Profession in India is regulated by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), New Delhi. The levels in CA are:

a) Common Proficiency Test (CA CPT) or Foundation Course

b) Integrated Professional Competence Course Examination (CA IPCC Exam)

c) Three years of Articleship / Training under a Practicing C.A, and

d) C. A. Final Exam (CA Final Exam)

28. CA CPT (CA Common Proficiency Test) or Foundation Course:

Common Proficiency Test commonly known as CA CPT is an entry level test conducted by ICAI for Chartered Accountancy course. CA CPT is conducted twice every year, in June and December respectively. CPT covers six subjects, Fundamentals of Accounting, Mercantile Laws, Economics, Quantitative Aptitude, Business Communication and General English. It is an offline mode exam conducted in two sessions. There are 200 objective type questions for a total of 200 marks. A candidate can appear for the Foundation Course Exam after completing 10 + 2.

Number of applicants: 70,321 Website: http://icaiexam.icai.org

29. CA IPCC (Integrated Professional Competence Course Examination):

IPCC or Integrated Professional Competence Course is the second level of Chartered Accountancy examinations. A person can take the IPCC Examination after passing CPT and nine months of study or after completing graduate/ postgraduate in commerce with certain additional conditions. IPCC has two groups of seven subjects. Group I consists of four subjects and Group II consists of three subjects. After passing Group I of IPCC, a candidate must undergo a rigorous 3-year training as article or audit assistant, articleship.

Number of applicants: 179,500 Website: http://icaiexam.icai.org

30. CA Final Examination

CA Final Examination is the last and final level of Chartered Accountancy Examinations. It is considered as one of the toughest exam in the world. Any person who has passed both the groups of IPCC, during the last six months of articleship can take the final examination. This exam consists of two groups of four subjects each.

Number of applicants: 110,000 Website: http://icaiexam.icai.org

Law

31. CLAT UG (Common Law Admission Test Undergraduate):

Common Law Admission Test, commonly known as CLAT is conducted annually by National Law Universities (NLUs) for admission to their undergraduate Law programs (BA LLB, B.Com LLB and B.Sc. LLB). This entrance exam is for admission to more than 2250 seats across 17 NLUs and is held in online mode.

Number of applicants: 39,500 Website: http://www.clat.ac.in/

32. CLAT PG (Common Law Admission Test Postgraduate):

CLAT PG is conducted for admissions to LLM program in National Law Universities (NLUs). CLAT PG is the most coveted law entrance exam for admissions to post graduate law programs including LLM in NLUs. It is conducted annually by a National Law University (NLU), one among the 17 member NLUs of the CLAT Committee, by rotation in the order of their establishments. CLAT PG is a national level law entrance exam conducted every year for screening candidates for as many as 604 seats distributed among the 17 participating NLUs.

Number of applicants: 5,500 Website: http://www.clat.ac.in/

33. AILET (All India Law Entrance Test):

AILET is conducted every year by National Law University Delhi (NLU-D) for admissions to as many as 81 seats in five-year integrated law program B.A. LLB. The law entrance test of NLU Delhi is conducted in offline mode. NLU-D also conducts AILET PG (All India Law Entrance Test for Post Graduate programs) for admissions to as many as 20 seats in one-year LLM program.

Number of applicants: 16,500 Website: http://nludelhi.ac.in/ailet2017.aspx

34. DU LLB (Faculty of Law, Delhi University Law Entrance Exam):

DU LLB entrance examination is a national-level law admission test conducted by Delhi University for admissions to 2,310 seats in three-year law programs offered at three law centres of the university namely Campus Law Centre, Law Centre I and Law Centre II.  DU LLB entrance is one of the national level exams, which attracts large number of undergraduate law aspirants.

Number of applicants: 25,000 Website:  http://www.du.ac.in/

35. Company Secretary (CS):

Company Secretary is a professional course administered by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) under the Company Secretaries Act, 1980 to develop and regulate the profession of Company Secretaries in India. According to the Companies Act, companies with a paid up capital of Rs 50 lakh are required to appoint a Company Secretary. Company Secretary course gives you knowledge and understanding of the modern practice in corporate, financial and legal affair. To become a Company Secretary, the candidate need to pass the Foundation Program, Executive Program, and Professional Program. They need to undergo practical training to become eligible for the membership as a Company Secretary.

Number of applicants (Foundation Exam): 15,000

Number of applicants (Executive Exam And Professional Exam): 118,000

Number of applicants (Total): 133,000

Website: https://www.icsi.edu/

Government Competitive Exams

36. UPSC Civil Services (Union Public Services Commission Civil Services):

The UPSC Civil Services Examination is a nationwide competitive exam, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment to various Civil Services of the Government of India, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS) among others.  It is conducted in two phases - a preliminary examination consisting of two objective-type papers (general studies and aptitude test), and a main examination consisting of nine papers of conventional (essay) type, followed by a personality test (interview).

Number of applicants: 1,136,000

Website: http://www.upsc.gov.in/

37. SSC CHSL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam):

Staff Selection Commission (SSC) will conduct Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) exam in 3 stages - Tier 1 (Computer Based Test), Tier 2 (Descriptive Test) and Tier 3 (Typing/Skill Test). The exam is conducted for recruitment of approximately 5,134 postal assistants/sorting assistants, data entry operators, lower divisional clerks and court clerks in various Ministries, Departments and Organisations.

Number of applicants: 6,400,000

Website: http://www.ssc.nic.in/

38. SSC CGL (Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam):

Staff Selection Commission commonly referred as SSC is a Government of India organizations that conduct Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) for recruitment of candidates for Group B posts in various Ministries and Departments of Government of India and in Subordinate Offices such as Central Vigilance Commission, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Railway, Ministry of External Affairs, CAG, AFHQ, Central Bureau of Investigation, Department of Post, Controller General of Account, Central Bureau of Narcotics, Central Excise, Central Bureau of Investigation, Central Police Organisations.

Number of applicants: 3,400,000

Website: http://www.ssc.nic.in/

39. RRB NTPC (Railway Recruitment Board Non Technical Popular Categories):

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) conducts Non Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) exam to recruit Commercial apprentice, Goods guard, Traffic Apprentice, Traffic Assistant, Assistant Station Master etc. 

Number of applicants: 9,100,000

Website: NA

Bank Competitive Exams

40. IBPS Clerk (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Clerk): 

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts IBPS Common Written Exam (CWE) for recruitment of 19,000+ Clerical cadre posts in 19 public sector banks in India. The IBPS Clerk examination is a computer based test held in two phases, preliminary and mains.

Number of applicants: 4,300,000

Website: http://www.ibps.in/

41. IBPS PO (IBPC Probationary Officers):  

IBPS conducts IBPS PO for recruitment of candidates for Probationary Officers/ Management Trainees post in public sector banks in India. IBPS PO is conducted for recruitment of around 9000 Probationary Officers/ Management Trainees post in 25 participating banks. This exam is conducted in three phases - preliminary, mains and interview.

Number of applicants: 1,000,000

Website: http://www.ibps.in/

42. SBI Clerk: 

State Bank of India (SBI) is the largest public sector bank in India. It has SBI Clerk recruitment process for appointment of approximately 20,000 Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) and Junior Agricultural Associates in clerical cadre posts. The SBI Clerk is a computer based test conducted in two phases – Preliminary and Mains.

Number of applicants: 3,600,000

Website: https://www.sbi.co.in/careers/recruitment-result.html

43. SBI PO (SBI Probationary Officers): 

State Bank of India (SBI) conducts Probationary Officers (PO) recruitment exam for selecting approximately 2400 candidates for PO post. SBI PO is a computer based test, conducted in two phases - preliminary and mains.

Number of applicants: 1,700,000

Website: https://www.sbi.co.in/careers/recruitment-result.html

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Short trick for multiplication of less than and close to 100-base numbers

Example 1: 96 x 92

Step 1: Subtract both numbers from 100

(100 - 96) = 4 and (100 - 92) = 8

Step 2:  Add the results from Step 1  

(4 + 8) = 12

Step 3: Subtract the result from Step 2 with 100

(100 - 12) = 88 

Step 4: Multiply the results from Step 1

(4 x 8) = 32

So, the final result is 8832

Example 2: 89 x 83

Step 1: Subtract both numbers from 100

(100 - 89) = 11 and (100 - 83) = 17

Step 2: Add the results from Step 1  

(11 + 17) = 28

Step 3: Subtract the result from Step 2 with 100

(100 - 28) = 72, 

Step 4: Multiply the results from Step 1

(11 x 17) = 187, note down 87 and carry 1 on result of Step 3

So, the final result is 7387

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"Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all." by, Aristotle signifies education with a passionate heart is true education.

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"The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows." by Sydney J. Harris signify that; education can lift one from seeing the world from the mirrors of their own perspective and limitations, to a window of multiple perspectives and approaches.

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Helpful Tips During Exams

Exam season is approaching and studying stress starts building up. The key to effectively start studying is to keep your brain active by proper sleep, right nutrition and exercise. An average person needs at least 6 to 7 hours of sleep to stay mentally active. Exercising and right nutrition also play a major role to keep you active.

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Here are a few helpful strategies to deal with the exam pressure.

Make a schedule:

Timetable: Start by making a time-table. This will give you a clear outlook of what and when to study.   

Divide and conquer: Segregate all the topics depending on the difficulty level and alternate between easy and difficult topics.

Set small goals: Start with small goals, when you reach the goals it will help boost your confidence.

Time limit: Set time limit before starting a topic.

Fix a place and time:

Study Zone: Choose a place where you can study at a fixed time everyday. This develops a habits and creates a zone as you will start relating that space with studying. Make sure you put in most of your study materials, textbooks and supplies in the same area, that will save you some time and avoid any distraction each time you need something.

Notes:

Write notes: Make notes while studying. This helps you recollect about topic easily when you re-study the same topic.

Sticky notes: Use sticky notes in your textbooks or your desk with keywords, phrases and reminders on them. This helps in more effective recall and revision of topic. 

Highlight: Highlight the keywords and sentences in your textbooks and notebooks. This might help you to easily skim through key topics and concepts.

Choose your technique:

Choose your studying technique depending on your confidence on your memory and your preference.

Logic: If you have less confidence on your memory, depend on logic. Try to understand concepts logically and try to relate them to the practical world around you. This will help you link concepts to real life and will ultimately help you answer your examination questions.

Memorizing or Rote: Rote may not be the best technique from a long term conceptual understanding perspective but, if it helps you score better in your exams then use it effectively. 

Either way, it is very important to be self aware of your style and limitations to use these techniques effectively.

De-stress:

Group study: Group study helps you get over procrastination. Socialize while studying, learn new techniques and find new perspectives on the same topic.

Exercise: Best way to de-stress is get out of the house and exercise or take a walk.

Avoid wasting time: 

Time is precious when it comes to studying especially during exam time. 

Stop procrastinating: Procrastinating a task just piles up your work and makes a person highly unproductive.

Social media: Avoid using apps like Facebook, Twitter, Whatsapp atleast 30 mins prior to study time and also while studying.

Tips for the day of exam:

Sleep well the night before your exam.

Wake up early so that you don’t have to rush.

Revise key topics in the morning.

Make sure you reach the venue early.

During the exam, start with what you know, this helps to boost your confidence.

Carefully read questions before answering.

Don’t panic if you zone out, calm down and refocus.

Make sure you have the sense of time.

Set time limits to answer each question.

After you finish, recheck all your answers.

To summarize, effective studying depends on various factors. Start studying with a positive attitude and keep yourself motivated.

Author: Shivani Anney

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How To Start A Career In Programming

Technology is a prime industry and programming languages have a major part in its development. This has created variety of jobs that require a certain skill set but, it is a myth that a computer science degree is a must to become a developer. Programming is not a wizardry, it can be learnt by any person who has the passion and is ready to put in efforts for this cumulative process that builds up with time.

If you wish to hire a tutor to learn programming, then go to our website or download our mobile app. Also, here’s a basic starting point on how to become a programmer.

How to start?

This question lingers through every beginner’s mind. Here are a few skills you need to have before learning a new programming language:

- Logical thinking and thorough knowledge of using a computer

- Basic math knowledge

- Basic programming language (preferably Python/Pascal then move on to Java/C/C++)

Which programming language should I learn?

Depending on your interest and which sort of programmer you want to become, you can choose which programming language you want to learn. Here are a few types of programmers:

- Web programmer

- Desktop application programmer

- Mobile application development programmer

- System programmer

- Programming scientist

Web programmer:

Web programmer or web development has a very broad scope. It may include web engineering, web design, web content development, client liaison, client-side/server-side scripting, web server, network security configuration and e-commerce development. The different types of web development specializations are Front-end developer, Back-end developer and Full-stack developer.

FRONT-END TECHNOLOGIES:

Front-end web development is the client side of a webpage. It is the layout of a webpage, everything you see on a webpage (toolbar, colors, buttons). These are developed using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. The different type of programming languages you can learn to become a front-end programmer are:

HTML and CSS:

HTML is Hypertext Markup Language / CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets. HTML and CSS are basically used to create static web pages. HTML is used to create functionality for web page whereas CSS is used for styling it. They are the building blocks of a webpage. To create interactivity, JavaScripting language is used.

Time to learn: HTML (1.5 months), CSS (1 month).

JavaScript:

JavaScript is a high level scripting language. It is one of the three core technologies of world wide web content production alongside HTML and CSS. It is traditionally used as a interpreted language by client side programmers. It can also be used in video game development, in crafting desktop and mobile applications and in server-side network programming.

Some feature of JavaScript are dynamic and prototype based, vendor based specifications, delegative and functional.

Time to learn: 2 months.

BACK-END TECHNOLOGIES:

Back end technologies is where all the data is stored. It mainly consists of server, database and an application. Back-end is where the software is developed. It builds and maintains the technology that is developed.

The different technologies that can be used are SQL and PHP.

SQL (structured query language):

It is a domain specific language based on relational algebra and tuple relational calculus. It is used to manage/ manipulate and store huge amount of data, which can be retrieved using syntax. SQL codes are not completely portable among different database systems without adjustments.

Time to learn: 3 months.

PHP (hypertex preprocessor):

PHP is a server side scripting language used to collect data from the user and store it in the database. It can also be used to fetch data from the server or any custom based action relevant to the website or mobile app. 

Time taken to learn the basics: 2.5-3 months.

FULL-STACK DEVELOPER:

The term full-stack means developers who are comfortable working with both back-end and front-end technologies.

To be more specific, it means that the developer can work with databases, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and everything in between, also, venturing as far as converting Photoshop designs to front-end code.

A full-stack developer doesn’t need to master all of the areas and technologies he needs to work on, because that just makes it nearly impossible, he just needs to be comfortable working with those technologies, and that’s a lot too.

Desktop application programmer:

To begin with desktop application programming, you need to know the different paradigms of programming like Object oriented programming, Procedural programming and Functional programming. The different programming languages you can use for desktop application programming are:

Java:

Java is an object oriented programming language and specifically designed to have few implementation dependencies. The main feature of java is portability, write once read anywhere. Java syntax is highly influenced by C++ but mostly object oriented. Java is mainly used for Applet (embedding program) and servlets. The principle goals of java are simple, object-oriented and familiar, robust and secure, architecture-neutral and portable, interpreted, threaded, and dynamic.

Time to learn: 5-6 months.

C++ language:

The C++ language has two main components: a direct mapping of hardware features provided primarily by the C subset and zero-overhead abstractions based on those mappings. It was designed with a bias towards system programming and embedded, resource-constrained and large systems, with performance, efficiency and flexibility of use as its design highlights. It is mainly used for desktop application servers and performance critical application.

Time to learn: 10 months.

Python:

Python is a high level programming language. It is an interpreted language which enhances the readability of the code. It also has fewer lines of code than java and C++. Python interpreters are available for many operating systems, allowing Python code to run on a wide variety of system. The features of python include multi-paradigm, object-oriented and also it is structured.

Time to learn: 8 months.

Mobile Application Development Programmer:

Mobile Application Development is a term used to create an application for mobile phones. You can use relevant programming languages depending on the operating system used in the mobile device. Swift is a language used to create applications for iOS. Similarly Android SDK which uses Java is used to create applications for Android and Windows mobile application uses .NET.

Swift:

Swift is a general-purpose, multi-paradigm,compiled programming language developed by Apple Inc. for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and Linux.  It is built with the LLVM compiler framework included in Xcode 6 and later and on platforms other than Linux, uses the Objective-C run-time library, which allows C, Objective-C, C++ and Swift code to run within one program. Its features mainly contain Protocol Oriented Programming, file handling and chaining.

Time to learn: 5 months.

.NET:

.NET Framework (pronounced dot net) is a software framework which provides user interface, data access, database connectivity, cryptography, web application development, numeric algorithms, and network communications. It targets mobile computing, embedded devices, alternative operating systems and web browser plug-ins.

Time to learn : 7-8 months.

System programmer:

Systems software is a computer software designed to provide services to other software which include operating systems, computational science software. It allows users to do things like create text documents, play games, listen to music, surf the web are called application software. There are different types of system programmers:

A kernel is the core part of the operating system that defines an API for applications programs (including some system software) and an interface to device drivers.

Device drivers including computer BIOS and device firmware provide basic functionality to operate and control the hardware connected to or built into the computer.

The major languages that can be learnt to become a system programmer is C, C++, Swift, RUST(influenced by C++, ruby),  Go (originated by Google and influenced by C, PASCAL)

Programming Scientist:

Programming scientists are very advanced programmers who, instead of working on developing applications, work on developing computing technologies such as encryption, programming languages and data mining algorithms. Now this is the level in programming which is seldom achieved without academic study and dedication.

Every single programming language you learn opens up a broad range of jobs and opportunities. Programming languages evolve and change over time so as a programmer, one has to keep learning and evolving with them. So, note that one thing which is constant while learning programming is learning constantly.

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CAREER PATH  

What after class 10?, is the common question that arise among students after they pass out class 10th board exams. This is in fact a crucial and transition period for students as choosing right stream, in the right college decides their future.

However, there are numerous options available for students who are planning to get ahead in studies, which also promises better career prospects. Having a proper plan for your future leads to a successful career. It’s Important for students to have a guidance of the different career path ways.

Besides quality education students should be aware of all the career opportunities available to them relevant to his course of study. Career exploration, knowledge about ones own self, decision making ability, future goals are some among the essential elements needed for a successful career planning.

For deciding a potential career, one can also attend educational fairs, career guidance seminars that allows you to get in touch with several institutes and courses. They should have a persistent focus towards his or her goal and can seek the help of their teachers, parents and elders.

The above info-graphic provides a clear picture of every career path available for your child. We hope that it provides clarification on the different career choices available for every profession.

List of Short Forms:

B.Sc - Bachelor of Science                

M.sc – Master in Science                  

B.com – Bachelor of commerce      

M.com – Master in commerce        

B.A- Bachelor of arts                        

M.A- Master in arts                          

Ph.D – Doctors of philosophy

M.Tech – Master in  Technology

D.Ed – Diploma in Education

B.Ed – Bachelor of Education

M.Ed – Masters in Education

B.E – Bachelor of Engineering

M.E – Master in Engineering

M.S – Master in Science

I.E.S – Indian Engineering Service exam

M.B.B.S – Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery

B.D.S – Bachelor of Dental Surgery

B.H.M.S – Bachelor of Homeopathy  Medicine & Surgery

B.V.Sc – Bachelor of veterinary services

M.S – Master in Surgery

M.D – Doctor in Medicine

M.D.S – Master of Dental Surgery

B.B.A – Bachelor of Business Administration

B.C.A – Bachelor of Computer Application

M.C.M – Master in Computer Management

M.C.A – Master of Computer Application

M.B.A – Master of Business Administration

N.D.A – National Defence Academy

B.Arch – Bachelor of Architecture

L.L.B – Bachelor of Law

L.L.M – Master of Law

C.A – Chartered Accountant

I.C.W.A. – Institute Of Cost & Works Accountant

Some Entrance Exam after Xth

1.Exams in recruitment as a lady constable

2. Exams in recruitment as a sailor in Indian navy

3. Exams in recruitment as naviks in Indian cost guards

4. Exams in recruitment in banks

5. Exams in recruitment in railways for non technical candidates

6. Exams in recruitment of drivers mechanical transport trade

Some Entrance Exam after XIIth

1.   N.D.A Entrance (for PCM)

2.    JEE Mains (for PCM)

3.   Pre medical test (for MBBS)

4.   Armed forced Medical college entrance

5.   MH-CET

6.   Exams in recruitment of Cadet entry scheme

7.   Exams in recruitment of soldiers.

8.   Exams in recruitment of sub inspector (stenographer) in C.R.P.F  

9.   Exams in recruitment of sub inspector clerk  

 Some Entrance Exam after Graduation

1. Common admission test (CAT) for admission into IIM

2. MH-Cet

3. Graduate Record Exam for admission into foreign universities

4. Graduate aptitude test for engineering (GATE) for M.Tech

5. Union Public Service Exam (U.P.S.C)

6. Exam for probationary officer in Banks

MPSC Examination after  graduation

1.   State Civil Service exam

2.   Engineering Exam

3.   Agricultural Services

4.   Assistant and Sales tax inspector exam

5.   Forest service exam

6.   Range forest officer exam

7.   Police Sub-Inspector exam

8.   Clerical and typist exam

9.   Stenographer exam

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The Learning Pyramid

There are various methods, a learner can engage in, which will allow them to learn information at various percentages of retention. Learning Pyramid, researched and created by the National Training Laboratories (’NTL’) illustrates the percentage of learner recall that is associated with various approaches. In 1954, a similar pyramid with slightly different numbers had appeared in a book, Audio-Visual Methods in Teaching, published by the Edgar Dale Dryden Press, New York, also called as Dale’s Cone of Experience which gives some evidence for the effectiveness of different teaching methods. 

As per the research, the best way to learn is by teaching others. At LearnMor, one can become a tutor and easily start teaching others.  

Dale’s Cone of Experience:

Dale’s Cone of Experience is a visual model that is composed of eleven (11) stages starting from concrete experiences at the bottom of the cone, then it becomes more and more abstract as it reach the peak of the cone.

According to Dale’s research, the least effective method at the top, involves learning from information presented through verbal symbols, i.e., listening to spoken words. The most effective method at the bottom involves direct, purposeful learning experiences, such as hands-on or field experience. Direct purposeful experiences represents reality or the closest things to real, everyday life. Also, according to Dale, the arrangement is based on the number of senses involved rather on the difficulties of level of abstraction. In his book 'Audio visual methods In teaching - 1957′, he stated that the cone was not offered as a perfect or mechanically flawless picture. It was not to be used literally. It was merely designed as a visual aid to help explain the inter-relationships of the various types of audio-visual materials, as well as their individual positions in the learning process. The further you progress down the cone, the greater the learning and the more information is likely to be retained. It also suggests that when choosing an instructional method, it is important to remember that involving students in the process strengthens knowledge retention.

It reveals that “action-learning” techniques result in up to 90% retention. People learn best when they use perceptual learning styles. Perceptual learning styles are sensory based. The more senses that are involved in learning, the more and the better the learning will be.

How Learning Pyramid came into existence?

Multiple modes could apply to situations depending on the context.

Dale’s model is completely theoretical.

Dale did not value one mode over another, but argued for a wide variety of modes depending on the context.

NTL’s Learning Pyramid:

The Learning Pyramid was researched and created by the National Training Laboratories. The Pyramid illustrates the percentage of learner recall that is associated with various approaches to teaching.

This diagram breaks down different modes of learning and argues that more active modalities are better for long-term learning. We remember 10% of what we read, 20% of what we hear, 30% of what we see, and so on, all the way up to 90% of what we teach. In Learning Pyramid, the retention rates are shown as percentages whereas in Dale’s cone, there are no percentages mentioned. Dale’s cone is purely assumption and it can be changed according to the context and situation. Although there is a lot of similarity between the two models, the difference lies in the calculation of percentages. Indeed it is difficult to understand what 90% retention actually means. 90% of what for how long? As a model it looks and on first look appears to be credible. 

In the pyramid, the percentages are so perfectly rounded which means that those are also assumptions and not perfectly real (though NTL claims that it conducted a research on the percentages).

Listening:

Researchers once ran a test to measure how much of a presenter’s message sticks in the minds of their audience. They found that immediately after a 10-minute presentation, listeners only remembered 50% of what was said. By the next day, that had dropped to 25%, and a week later it was 10%.

Reading:

People do not necessarily remember more of what they hear than what they read. And the only way to understand this concept is to pick up a book, watch a video, or listen to audio. And you'll find you've missed out at least two or three concepts in just the first few minutes. It's hard to believe at first, but as you keep reading the same chapter over and over, you'll find you're finding more and more that you've missed.

Audio/ visual:

I remember your face, just not your name. This is important because when we look at the next level of the model, we find visual memory gives us much better results than audio memory.

Demonstration:

Demonstration is said to cause better recall.

Seeing the instructor as the instructor does the process

Seeing the physical procedure of the process

Listening to the instructor as the process is explained

The ability to see the instructor can be as important as seeing the actual physical process. So there is quite good chance of remembering during a demonstration.

Discussion Group:

In Group discussion, the amount of physical brain involved is greater than listening and reading. People has to be engaged in speaking rather to engage in reading and listening. If one finds difficulty in a topic, he will discuss with friends and family then there is a minimum chance of forgetting the topic.  

Practice:

Repeated practice causes the brain to assign extra neurons to the task, as much as a computer assigns more memory for a complex program. But in some cases, repeated practice on the same skill decreases performance rather than increasing the same. As we know about the old adage “Practice makes perfect” is not true in all conditions but surely dominates with guided and independence practice.

Teach others:

To teach something requires both memory of the data and learning of what it means or how it happens. If a student can rephrase a statement, concept, or process given by the teacher, such that another student can understand it, the teaching student is far more likely to know that information.

Source:

(Qscience, thephuketnews,  psychotactics, thepeakperformancecenter.com)

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Different Types of Tutors

Tutoring is no longer just the elementary school tutor as many families are familiar with. There are lot of options out there to help your child through every stage of the academic process. Learn about the different tutors who can help your child with homework, test preparation and academic success here in this article.

1. PRE-K TUTORS:

These tutors are for children under 5 years of age.

They prepare children to enter kindergarten stage.

Most parents love to teach their children rather than depending on tutors so, these type of tutors are less in demand.

With these tutors, a child can learn basic alphabets, numbers, phonetics and speaking.

Tutor will be engaged in storytelling, improving child’s listening skills and discipline.

2. ELEMENTARY TUTORS:

These are tutors for students between the age of 6 to 12 years who are studying in Class 1 to Class 8.

These tutors should have good interpersonal skills and should be able to cope with the child’s behaviour and approach.

Hired to teach broad range of subjects, most of the subjects are taught by a single general tutor.

Apart from teaching subjects such as math, science and languages, these teachers also sometimes teach discipline and behaviour skills.  

Unlike Pre-K tutors, these people work for target driven approach by training students in various aspects.

3. HOME-WORK HELPER:

These tutors can be hired at any level.

Helps in day to day homework.

Helps to complete assignments and some basic projects.       

Recommended for the students who don’t need intensive tutoring and in-depth analysis of the subject matter.

4. SUBJECT-SPECIFIC TUTORS:

These tutors are trained in one particular subject, that means these people are experts in one field or subject.

Very intensive and rigorous coaching is provided by the tutor and a lot of responsibility is put on the tutor.

The tuition fees for these tutors is generally high based on the type of requirement and examination.

5. SPECIAL NEEDS TUTORS:

Students with special needs can succeed given the right tools and personalized attention.

In a study conducted by the Center of Parent Information and Resources, it was discovered that one-on-one tutoring has a profound effect on students who are at risk of failing due to learning disabilities.

A tutor can fill missing gaps in a child’s knowledge, provide them with the skills necessary to be independent learners, and help boost their confidence by allowing them to grow in a comfortable learning environment.

Some of the learning disabilities can be Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, ADD / ADHD, Dyslexia, Auditory & Visual Processing Disorders, Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities and other learning challenges. All of which this type of tutor can help tackle.

6. TEST-PREPARATION TUTORS:

These tutors can assist children of any age in preparing for standardized tests, or specialized admissions tests.

They are used primarily for high school students preparing for college entrance exams and competitive exams.

It is not unheard of for parents to have their children -- even preschool aged -- tutored for admissions tests to gifted and talented programs or specialized schools.

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School Education Boards In India

Indian educational system follows different types of boarding pattern. Students here have a great scope to choose between the syllabus and subjects. Most of the students are not aware of all the education boards and syllabus which are followed in India. In this article, we are going to talk about various governing boards and syllabus. Also note that LearnMor provides highly qualified private tutors for all these boards. So let’s get started.

Most of the Indian Education is carried over six major educational boards. These institutions are maintained under three levels ie., State, National and International, each of them has private and government funding.

1. STATE BOARD (SSC/SSLC)

2. CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (CBSE)

3. COUNCIL FOR THE INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (CISCE)

4. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)

5. INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (IGCSE)

6. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING BOARD (NOS/NIOS)

1. STATE BOARD (SSC/SSLC):

Usually called as SSC/SSLC (secondary school certificate/secondary school leaving certificate) board, majority of the students in the country are enrolled in this board which is maintained by respective state governments. Almost every state has its own board examination. Most government schools and colleges prefer to teach in their own medium of instruction, but most private institutes follow English as a teaching medium.

SYLLABUS:

Syllabus is same throughout the whole state. Students can enrol themselves in regular schools which are run by private sector and in government schools which are maintained by the respective state governments, anyways the curriculum followed in both the sectors is same. Syllabus is designed according to the guidelines of NCERT. It is a lot more easier when compared with the other boards. Readymade material, question banks and guides are available in the market. Most of the syllabus will be on state level topics which helps students to prepare for the state level competitive exams and national level topics are also included to some extent.

There is a compulsory subject on regional language in both (private/government) institutions and there are extra 2-3 subjects (basic computer knowledge, general knowledge etc) in private schools which is an added advantage. Rest of the curriculum is very similar, only difference is the medium of teaching.

TYPES OF EXAMS:

Middle Standard Examination (earlier)

Secondary School Certificate (10 class/SSC)

Higher School Certificate (intermediate/+2/HSC)

After completing the intermediate examinations, students can choose among different streams like engineering, medicine, BSc, BBA, BCom, NDA, Air force, Navy, Military etc.

GRADING SYSTEM:

Most of them follows normal grading system. Marks are given in the form of percentage.

State board accommodates Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya’s (JNV’S) and Sainik Schools which falls under special category in which students are recruited based on their merit.

JNV’S specially focus on the rural areas and selects students who shows excellent problem solving skills. These students are provided free educational facilities from Class IV to X.

Sainik schools are run under the Ministry of Defence in which students are trained in military to make their entry into the Indian military and Indian navy in the future.

2. CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (CBSE)

CBSE is an apex board of education in India which is a national board and grants affiliation to schools upto higher secondary level. It was formed in 1952 by NCERT (National Council of Education Research And Training) especially for government employees who gets transferred frequently. But soon many private organizations also opted for this syllabus. Its main target is to operate group of central schools (Kendriya Vidyalaya’s) and finally amalgamated as CBSE by the Government of India.

SYLLABUS:

CBSE follows unique syllabus throughout the nation and many government examinations are conducted based on CBSE (national level exams). Curriculum is standard and helps students in the entrance examinations at later stages. Candidates from private institutions which are not affiliated to CBSE are also eligible for these entrance exams. Unlike state syllabus, CBSE focuses more on math and science as compared to languages. Syllabus is mainly for the students who wants to join engineering and medical services.

TYPES OF EXAMS:

CBSE conducts various exams at national level and it is also credited as the largest exam conducting body in the world.

It conducts board examinations for Class 10 and Class 12

All India Secondary School Examination for Class 10.

All India Senior School Certificate Examination for Class 12.

IIT-JEE Advanced and JEE mains.

All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE). However AIEEE is merged with IIT in 2013 and CBSE conducts two Exams ie JEE Mains and JEE Advanced.

All India Pre Medical Test (AIPMT) now replaced by National Eligibility and Entrance Test - UG (NEET-UG) - which is an entrance examination for medical colleges in India.

National Eligibility Test (eligibility for assistant professor).

Central Teacher’s Eligibility Test.

GRADING SYSTEM:

CBSE follows nine (9) point grading system on five (5) point scale (A-E), with 9 as the best. The qualifying mark in each subject is 33%.

Official website:  http://cbse.nic.in/

WHAT IS NCERT (National Council For Education Research and Training)?

A lot of people get confused between CBSE and NCERT. It is assumed that NCERT is also a board like other boards, but the fact is that it is not a board. It is an organization which publishes books and materials for CBSE and ICSE boards. Students who enrolled in CBSE and ICSE boards will mostly follow the textbooks, study material published by NCERT.

3. COUNCIL FOR THE INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (CISCE)

It is the autonomous, private and non government body which conducts exams for Class 10, Class 12 and vocational courses. In 1952, the All India Certificate Examinations Conference was held under the chairmanship of Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad. The main aim was to replace the Cambridge School Certification by an All India Examination, thus a foundation was laid for the establishment of CISCE.

Official website: http://www.cisce.org/

It conducts 3 examinations for students who are affiliated to its board mainly:

The Indian Certificate for Secondary Education (ICSE) (Class X)

The Indian School Certificate Examination (ISCE) (Class XII)

The Certificate Of Vocational Education Examination (CVE) (Year 12)   

INDIAN CERTIFICATE FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (ICSE)

ICSE is an exam conducted by CISCE, a private non government board of education in India. Exam is conducted for Class X students and private students cannot appear for the examination. The medium of instruction is English except the language subject.

SYLLABUS:

The following are the subjects for Class X examinations: 

Group I: Compulsory subjects 

English

Second Language

History, Civics, Geography

Group II:  (Any two of the following subjects)

Mathematics

Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

Economics

Commercial Studies

A Modern Foreign Language

A Classical Language

Environmental Science

Group III (Any one of the following subjects)

Computer Applications, Economic Applications, Commercial Applications, Art, Performing Arts, Home Science, Cookery, Fashion Designing, Physical Education, Yoga, Technical Drawing Applications, Environmental Applications and A Modern Foreign Language

In addition to these, there are internal assessments, class work assignments, project work, practical work, etc. Internal assessments has 20% weightage in Group I and Group II and 50% weightage in Group III.

Officail website: http://www.cisce.org/

INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (ISCE)

ISC is the board exam conducted for Class 12 students after 2 year course which is after their secondary education (or its equivalent). Private students are not permitted to take the exam. It is treated as the equivalent examination to senior exam of the University of Scotland. Students will no longer be required to obtain “A” level certificate for seeking admissions into the Universities of UK, and other overseas universities in commonwealth. This is the only qualification which is granted special recognition.

Syllabus

You can view the official syllabus by visiting the following link:

http://www.cisce.org/divisions.aspx

GRADING:

Grading and allocation of marks are similar to ICSE system but the only difference is the exams are conducted as 70:30  ratio, that means internal assessment is conducted for 30 marks weightage and external examination for 70 marks. The pass mark for each subject is 40%

Official website: http://www.cisce.org/

CERTIFICATE OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION EXAMINATION (CVE)

It is conducted for Class 12 students in accordance with the recommendation with the Human Resource Development through the Joint Council of Vocational Education (JCVE) who wants to take up professional courses.

There are several departments from which student can choose the subject in which he wants to pursue his career, such as the following

Pre School management, Offset Printing Technician, Graphic Designing Technician, Telecommunication and Electronic Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Exterior and Interior Design, Hospitality Management, Computer Theory and System Analyst, Civil Engineering Technician, Physical Education, Business Studies, Air Conditioning And Refrigeration Technician, Office Assistant.

Research Development And Consultancy Division (RDCD).

Some of the activities undertaken by RDCD include curriculum development, ISC and CVE syllabi, development of material for teachers and students, updating council website, preparation of the documents regarding performance of the pupil in ICSE and ISC levels. etc

4. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)

IB programme was founded in 1968 by the International Baccalaureate Organization, a non-profit educational organization based in Geneva, Switzerland. IBO is not associated with any particular country . This programme is more practical and application based. It tests students knowledge rather than testing memory and speed. IB mostly focuses on ‘how to learn’ rather than ‘what to learn’. It is more challenging compared to CBSE & ICSE. 

There are three main programs in IB which include:

Primary Year Programme (PYP)

Middle Year Programme (MYP)

Diploma Programme (DP)

Primary Year Programme (PYP):

Followed for classes (Kindergarten to Class 5)

There are no exams till MYP

Normal curriculum is followed (maths, science, social, physical education, languages)

Middle Year Programme (MYP):

Followed for Class 6 to Class 10

Exams are conducted as per the syllabus

In addition to the PYP syllabus, Humanities (History and geography), Technology (Computers) and one more language (second language) is included.

Diploma Programme (DP):

DP is followed for Class 11 to Class 12.

Students have to choose 1 subject from each of the following six ‘Subject Groups’:

Group 1: First Language (English)

Group 2: Second Language (French, German, Hindi, etc)

Group 3: Individuals and Societies ((History, Economics, Business and Management, etc) 

Group 4: Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Environmental Systems) 

Group 5: Mathematics and Computer Science

Group 6: Electives (either Visual Arts or one subject from Group 3,4 or 5)

In addition to these, students must also go through a two-year program which includes -

Theory of Knowledge (TOK):

An essay of 1600 words is written on a given topic chosen from a group of 10 topics, followed by a ten-min presentation.

Extended Essay (EE):

It involves original independent research by the DP student to produce an essay of 4000 words.

Creativity, Action and Service (CAS):

Student should complete at least 150 hours of work in one-and-a-half years by participating in sports or other physical action, creativity and social service.   

Generally, higher subjects are more rigorous than Standard level.

Official website: http://www.ibo.org/

5. INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION (IGCSE)

It is an internationally accepted syllabus and the exams are conducted by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). The Cambridge IGCSE curriculum offers a variety of routes for learners with a wide range of abilities, including those whose first language is not English. There are over 70 subjects, including 30 languages and schools can offer them in any combination. Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds

The Cambridge Programme is divided into the following four stages:

1. Cambridge Primary (for 5 to 11 years)

At this stage, students develop skills and understanding in English, maths and science.  

2. Cambridge Secondary 1 (for 11-14 years)

At the second stage, students develop further their skills and understanding in English, maths and science

3. Cambridge Secondary 2 (for 14-16 years)

Here, the students follow Cambridge O Level or Cambridge IGCSE courses, leading to globally recognised qualifications. They build a broad learning programme from a wide range of subjects.

4. Cambridge Advanced (16-19 years)

At this stage, students develop deep understanding and thinking skills. These include Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications providing the students with a choice to specialise from a range of 50 diverse subjects.

IGCSE CORE:

The core curriculum is within the ability range of larger majority of students. It provides a full overview of the subject and is targeted at students expected to achieve grades C to G.

IGCSE EXTENDED:

The extended curriculum has been designed for more academically able students. It is targeted at those expected to achieve grades A* to E.             

Exams are conducted twice a year in June and November and the results are announced in August and January respectively.

GRADING SYSTEM

Graded on 8 point scale from A* to G; A^ is another grade for those who sustained performance in higher level maths skills such as reasoning and problem solving.

The overlap of three grades (C, D and E) is designed to accommodate students who perform either better or worse than their teachers expect. “U” is another grade called as “UNGRADED” equivalent to “FAIL”.

For more information:

http://www.cie.org.uk/programmes-and-qualifications/cambridge-secondary-2/cambridge-igcse/

6.  NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING BOARD (NOS/NIOS)

It is similar to CBSE and ICSE and believed to be the largest open school in the world, which provides vocational education and training (VET). It is a initiative from Government Of India and operated in 26 countries. People who benefit from NIOS are sports person, people who have learning disabilities, who are in psychiatric conditions and physically handicapped condition.

NIOS is established by Human Rights Department of Indian Government in November 1989 which is established as an autonomous body.

EXAM PATTERN:

Exams are conducted twice a year in April-May and October-November.

Every student is given nine chances and 5 years to complete their subjects and each student has flexibility to chose their own subjects. If they fail to complete their subjects in nine chances, they were given one more chance to complete.

Pass percentage in exam is 33%.

Student can take exam at any time they want and no pressure is put on them.

Students are permitted to write exams as often as they want if they wants to improve their performance. This is called on-demand examination system which is currently only available at NIOS headquarters in NOIDA.

SYLLABUS:

Student should study minimum 5 and maximum 7 subjects. They are also allowed to change the subjects in midway if they are not interested in them.

Visit NIOS website for more information:

http://www.nos.org/                    

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13 Amazing Study Tips:

Spaced Repetition

Find your own Style

Good Night Sleep

Pomodoro Technique

Focus

Hard Stuff first

Expertise, Meditate, Converse

Go Places

Take Fun Seriously

Space Your Studies

70% Recite vs 30% Memorizse

Instant Self-Test

Don’t Force It

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Confusion to Clarification!

Do you have any confusion while using words like "this, these, that & those" If yes, here's an interesting graphic that might help you!

- This: The word “this” refers to one nearby thing or person. 

Eg: This is my office

- That: The word 'that' refers to one thing or person that is not nearby. 

Eg: That is my office building

- These: The word 'these' refers to nearby things or people. 

Eg: These chairs are available

- Those: The word 'those' refers to people or things that are not nearby. 

Eg: Those are my colleagues

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8 Ways To Study Better

Are you finding it difficult or looking for ways to improve your studies. Here are eight ways through which a student can study better and improve his memory!

Focus on only studying: Multitasking can handicap learning as your attention is split between each task.

Review a lecture: When a student reviews a lecture or study content within 24 hours, it can prevent in forgetting upto 80% of the material.

Close your eyes and recite: Closing your eyes and reciting helps in cementing long-term memorization rather than re-reading the information again and again.

Take practice tests: One study showed that students retained 50% more of the material if they tested themselves after learning something. 

Listen to music: Listening to music activates parts of the brain that can help pay more attention and also improves the mood.

Make connections: Try to make connections between the material’s ideas which will help remember more content in less time

Exercise: Exercising before a study session help makes the mind more alert and give endurance which is needed for long study hours

Flashcards: These are one of the best ways to remember while studying. Use flashcards for things you have difficulty with more often that those you have memorized.

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Learning any new language can be tricky! Here are five top challenges that students go through in their quest to learn languages such as French, German, Spanish or Tamil:

1. Having someone to practice with:

The best way to start learning a language is the greetings like Hi, Hello.

2. Recognizing spoken language

Practice listening to the new language by watching TV shows, news programs or movies

3. Motivation and eagerness to learn

Be consistent and always motivate yourself with the reason as to why you are learning in the first place

4. Giving enough time for learning

Practice as much as possible

5. Acquiring quality resource materials

Reading books also helps in expediting the language learning

(Source: GrammarCheck)

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