S. Vishnu Sharma
Preparing for CAT ?, Lot of people take Common Admission Test (CAT) every year. The same question ‘Is CAT really tough?’ bothers us all every time. However the popular exam is not all that tough to handle, if candidates prepare in a right way. The secret for the win is preparation in a balanced manner. Here are a few tips that can help gearing up for the exam in a right way:
Treading the balanced path
Preparation for the prestigious exam does not mean sacrificing our personal interests and completely immersing with the preparation for CAT. Candidates must take time for their personal life and immerse in activities they like most like listening to their favorite music, spending time with family and friends. All work and no play shall make Jack a dull boy, so having enough time for preparation and rest and recreation is a must.
Preparing for CAT? Follow these tips for success
Strengthen basic concepts
Preparing for CAT – ‘Good beginning is half-won,’ is the saying. Fine way of starting the preparation is by becoming strong in the basic concepts related to CAT. The basics like strengthening the knowledge in the respective degree courses must be done first.
Good deal of questions can come from the area of study during the graduation or post graduation. If candidates with some work experience are applying for the exam, then it is best for them to familiarize themselves with their area of work as questions related to the area of work will be asked. The secret lies in understanding the basic concepts and their application well.
Time for practising is good
Preparing for CAT – Learning the concepts alone will not do good, they have to be remembered well and that can happen with help of constant practise. The best way to do this by taking mock tests at regular intervals. Learn the concepts and know how well you have understood them with help of mock tests. Also frequently read the concepts so that they get implanted in the minds strongly.
Focus on weak areas
Candidates must pay special attention to those areas of study where they are not much familiar with. Generally, aspirants are quite acquainted with their field of study (graduation or post graduation), but are not familiar with issues related to verbal ability or logical reasoning.
And candidates have to make themselves strong in these areas also. Where weakness lies in there must go the strengthening. It is not only in qualifying degree subject that candidate has to be strong, they have to have an edge over practical skills that can help handle business effectively.
Take advise, revise the past
To be successful, one needs to understand the exam pattern very well. That can be done by revising the previous question papers extensively. This would help form an idea as to how the questions are being framed in the exam. The secrets of success can best be had from a winner. Talk to those who have been successful in the exam to chalk out a systematic preparation process.