GATE 2024: Importance of mock tests
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A mock test is a practice test taken before the actual test. Attempting mock tests, based on the pattern of the GATE exam should form an integral part of your preparation because it tells you about your level of preparation. It also tells you the areas that need your attention. Taking mock tests helps you in evaluating the following.
- Will you be able to finish your paper in time
- Do you have time for revision
- Which new strategy is required to overcome your weak area
Mock tests help students by allowing them to revise the syllabus well before the real examinations.
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Revision is the key to remember all that you have studied. Mock tests help students revise the entire syllabus in the simulated setting of the actual exam. This way they remember what they have learned and thus perform well on the final day.
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Most of the mock test series is designed in a way that shows you the mirror. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you know where you stand and how much effort you need to put in. It will not only provide you with good quality questions and a comprehensive performance analysis vis-a-vis other GATE aspirants but also create an actual test environment.
Commonly asked questions
After JEE session 2 is completed, only those candidates who are aiming for IITs need to start preparing for JEE Advanced after clearing JEE Main. Those who are above the 98th percentile should start preparing for JEE Advanced as soon as possible. Those below this, between the 95th and 98th percentile, should focus on attempting more mock tests and previous year question papers so that they have a better chance of clearing JEE Advanced
To qualify for IIT Guwahati MBA programme CAT is mandatory. Without a valid CAT score interested students cannot apply for MBA at IIT Guwahati. The candidates must visit the official website of CAT to register. The registration process requires to upload required documents. However, to know the MBA application fee at IIT Guwahati can check the points mentioned below:
- All Female Candidates: INR 800
- All Transgender Candidates: INR 800
- All SC/ ST/ PwD Candidates : INR 800
- All Other Candidates : INR 1,600
The minimum percentage required for admission to IIT Kharagpur is different for different courses. However, IIT Kharagpur admission is completely entrance-based. Students are selected based on various national-level entrance exams like JEE Main, JEE Advanced, GATE, etc. The below table mentions the minimum percentage required by the students in the last qualifying degree to be eligible for some of the popular IIT KGP courses:
| Popular Courses | Common Eligibility |
|---|---|
| BTech (Hons) | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with at least 75% aggregate |
Integrated MTech | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with at least 75% aggregate |
| LLM | First class or equivalent LLB/ BL (5 years) LLB/ BL (3 years) from a ny recognised university with Bachelor's degree (not less than 3 years) in Humanities/ Science/ Commerce or equivalent with at least 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA |
| MBA | Bachelor's degree of minimum 4-year in Engineering/ Technology/ Pharmacy or Master's degree in Science/Economics/Commerce (with Mathematics or Statistics at Bachelor's level) with a minimum of 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA (55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ ST/ PwD) |
| E-MBA | Bachelor's degree of minimum 4-year in Engineering/ Technology or Master's degree in Science/Economics/Commerce (with Mathematics or Statistics at Bachelor's level) with a minimum of 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA (55% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ ST/ PwD) |
To be eligible for IIT Kharagpur's Joint MTech/MCP PhD programme, candidates need a BE/BTech/BArch degree or a master's in Science/Arts with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD). Qualifications from exams by recognised professional societies are also accepted. Applicants must have a valid GATE score relevant to their qualifying discipline, and in the absence of a specific GATE paper, XE/XL/XH papers can be considered. NET-qualified candidates with a fellowship in MA/MSc Economics/Sociology/Geography, having studied Mathematics/Statistics, are eligible for MCP-PhD.
Aspirants mostly prefer online mock tests to tailor their brain and body for the final exam. As the saying goes ‘practice makes man perfect,’ it is utmost relevant to GATE. Practice not only makes you perfect but also builds up your confidence. It helps you manage time and performance with great confidence.
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It also helps in overcoming the phobias of the exam, such as over-excitement or nervousness in the exam. The more test you’ll take, the better you’ll understand your strong and weak areas. Through mock tests, you also get the opportunity to solve every question with a positive attitude.
A mock test series is an integral part of the preparation for GATE but a student must choose a test series that is represented by students from across the country, gives a realistic comparative performance analysis and also offers the exact online GATE environment via supervised or monitored tests.
Commonly asked questions
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati B.Des admission is based on candidates' performance in the UCEED exam, followed by a councelling process. IIT Guwahati B.Des cutoff 2023 was concluded after Round 3 Seat Allotment Result. As per the IIT Guwahati cutoff 2023, the Round 1 and the Last Round closing ranks were 11 and 14, respectively for the ST category students. So, candidates seeking admisison to this institute must secure a rank between 10 and 15 to get a seat for B.Des.
Canddiates can refer to the table given below to check out the round-wise closing ranks for the B.Des course for the ST category candidates:
| Course | R1 | R2 | R3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelors of Design (B.Des.) | 11 | 13 | 14 |
Admission to M.Tech at IITG is entirely based on GATE score. Candidates with a GATE rank between 600 and 800 and a score between 400 and 800 will have a good chance for getting admitted in an MTech course at IITG. However, as the cutoff marks change for every admission year, hence, the number can vary. A relaxation in the required cutoff is given to the candidates belonging to reserved categories.
How to Use GATE Mock Tests
Take a look at the schedule of mock tests for preparation that you should consider opting for GATE:
One test a week to start with (four months before the actual GATE exam)
Two tests per week in the last month
A mock test series will also lend seriousness to the preparation once the aspirant sees his/her results. The student may analyze the results and can work on the weaker sections; weaknesses cannot become strengths overnight but hard work and perseverance will pay in the long run.
To crack any competitive exam in any part of the world, one has to be dedicated and focused. One has to go one step further and be obsessed with the exam. Continuous effort is the key to success, as the proverb says- “Try and try again and you’ll succeed”. At the same time, one must enjoy the preparation too – the learning, the problem solving and the healthy competition with friends without stress!
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About the author:
J K Sinha is Director, Gateforum. He holds an MTech degree from IIT Kharagpur.
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| General | 552 |
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