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TANCET 2023 Syllabus: Anna University, the conducting body of TANCET, has prescribed the TANCET syllabus along with the advertisement. The syllabus of TANCET 2023 outlines the topics and sub-topics under each section of the exam. Generally, the TANCET syllabus remains the same every year. TANCET MBA syllabus compiles topics across five sections - Business Analysis, Reading Comprehension and Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Sufficiency and General English. The topics included in the syllabus of TANCET MBA exam are primarily from the Class 9 and Class 10 level course curriculum. The difficulty level of the TANCET exam is moderate to tough. It is expected that the TANCET 2023 exam syllabus and the difficulty level will remain the same as last year. Section-wise TANCET 2023 syllabus has been given below.
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Overview of TANCET Syllabus 2023
- Questions in the ‘Analysis of Business Situations’ part of TANCET are framed to evaluate a candidate’s ability to comprehend the data and apply the same to take business decisions
- The Reading Comprehension and Verbal Ability assess a candidate’s skill in filtering and assessing information from a given passage, as well as knowledge of grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, etc.
- Quantitative Aptitude topics are Class 10 and Class 12 level and the broad topics include Mathematics, Geometry, Algebra, Higher Maths, etc.
- Data Sufficiency questions test a candidate's mathematical skills as well as their knowledge of interpreting a given set of data
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Get the latest TANCET syllabus (course-wise) in PDF format for section wise preparation of TANCET exam.
Download HereSection-wise TANCET MBA Syllabus
Sections | TANCET Syllabus |
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Analysis of Business Situations |
Candidates will be given to analye business situations in the form of a paragraph. This will be followed by some questions |
Reading Comprehension, Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill in the blanks, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Corrections, Idioms, Cloze Test, One Word Substitution |
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Number System, HCF LCM, Percentages, Ratios, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time Speed & Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Allegations, Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations, Logarithms, Series and Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds & Indices, Functions, Inequalities, Modulus, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Co-ordinate Geometry, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Set Theory |
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Questions will be based on Number Systems, Arithmetic Topics, Algebra, Data Interpretation (Pie Chart, Line Graph, Bar Graph, and Tables). Candidates will also get questions in the form of statements labelled as I and II. They have to determine whether the statements either I or II or both I and II are sufficient to solve the problem |
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This section tests the candidate's knowledge of General English with questions on errors in usage, grammar, punctuation, etc. |
DILR Question-Answers for Practice | Quantitative Aptitude Question-Answers for Practice | VARC Question-Answers for Practice |
Section-wise distribution of questions
Sections | Total questions | Difficulty level |
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Reading Comprehension |
20 |
Moderate |
English Grammar & Usage |
20 |
Moderate |
Analysis of Business Situation |
20 |
Moderate to difficult |
Quantitative Ability |
20 |
Moderate to difficult |
Data Sufficiency |
20 |
Moderate to difficult |
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Books recommended for TANCET Preparation
- TANCET MBA Superior Guide by S. SAMBASIVAN and Dr D. ANTONY XAVIER
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. Aggarwal
- Quantitative Aptitude by S.N Jha
- Reasoning Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal) by Dr M.B.Lal & A.K.Singh
- Logical and Analytical Reasoning by A. K. Gupta
- Compendium General English by Dr BB Jain
- New Pattern Tests of Objective English by Dr R.N. Singh
TANCET Exam Preparation
TANCET exam preparation usually takes around three to four months. Candidates need to chalk out a preparation plan, to begin with. They should simultaneously cover the key topics in the TANCET syllabus and practice mocks. It is important that these sessions should be result-driven. Candidates should set aside separate time for solving conceptual problems. MBA aspirants who are preparing for other MBA entrance exams, with a similar syllabus as that of TANCET, will not find it a difficult task to prepare for TANCET. The following articles may be useful for TANCET exam preparation:
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Q: What kind of questions are asked in the 'Analysis of Business Situations' section?
Q: Are there two sections for English in the TANCET MBA exam?
Q: Who prescribes the TANCET syllabus?
Q: Which section in the TANCET exam is considered toughest?
Q: Do I need to prepare for TANCET separately, if I am preparing for other MBA exams?
Q: Is Quantitative Aptitude part of both MBA and MCA syllabus for the TANCET exam?
Q: What is the ideal time to start TANCET preparation for MBA programmes?
Q: What are the major topics in the TANCET MBA syllabus for the Data Interpretation section?
Q: What are the major topics in the TANCET MBA syllabus for General English?
Q: What are the major topics in the TANCET MBA syllabus for Reading Comprehension?
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Is it easy to get high scores on the TANCET exam?
Hi,CAT is conducted at an all India level, it is more tough than TANCET as it has intense competition. The seat allotment lists comprise the last ranks for admission to all government and non-government colleges in the state accepting TANCET for admission. The cut-off score for top universities/ ...Hi,
CAT is conducted at an all India level, it is more tough than TANCET as it has intense competition. The seat allotment lists comprise the last ranks for admission to all government and non-government colleges in the state accepting TANCET for admission. The cut-off score for top universities/ colleges/ institutes usually ranges between 34 and 64 for the open category
Every year, more than 40,000 MBA aspirants appear for the TANCET to compete for more than 15,000 seats offered by several institutes of Tamil Nadu. TANCET conducted offline, comprises 100 objective-type questions to be answered within two hours. Every year, more than 40,000 MBA aspirants appear for the TANCET to compete for more than 15,000 seats offered by several institutes of Tamil Nadu. TANCET conducted offline, comprises 100 objective-type questions to be answered within two hours.
In comparison to other national-level entrance exams, it is easier to score high marks in the TANCET exam. Many topics of the TANCET syllabus can be covered with NCERT books. With high school-level questions, some topics, such as comprehension and English are relatively easier. If you have given...In comparison to other national-level entrance exams, it is easier to score high marks in the TANCET exam. Many topics of the TANCET syllabus can be covered with NCERT books. With high school-level questions, some topics, such as comprehension and English are relatively easier. If you have given sufficient time to your preparation, you can clear this exam with a high score. You can visit this page to read about strategies for scoring high marks in the TANCET exam: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam-preparation.
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How much should I score on the TANCET to get into the best colleges?
Hi,If you have a score of 85 per cent in one of your exams, but your score is higher than 95 per cent of all students, then your percentile score will 96, as you have achieved better performance than 96 per cent of all students. TANCET Score and percentile score are different but they are both im...Hi,
If you have a score of 85 per cent in one of your exams, but your score is higher than 95 per cent of all students, then your percentile score will 96, as you have achieved better performance than 96 per cent of all students. TANCET Score and percentile score are different but they are both important. The cutoff is the minimum score that a candidate needs to secure in the exam for admission by participating institutes. TANCET cut off for top universities/colleges/institutes is expected to be between 35 and 70 for general category candidates.
According to the previous year's trends, you need to score above the 90 percentile to get into top colleges. According to the seat allotment rank and scores, here is the list of colleges with their required scores:1. PSG College of Technology: 94.952. University of Madras, Chennai: 95.763. Thiaga...According to the previous year's trends, you need to score above the 90 percentile to get into top colleges. According to the seat allotment rank and scores, here is the list of colleges with their required scores:
1. PSG College of Technology: 94.95
2. University of Madras, Chennai: 95.76
3. Thiagarajar School of Management, Madurai: 95.76
4. Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering: 96.87
5. University Departments of Anna University: 99.41
You can check the score required to get into your dream college at this page: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam-cutoff.
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Is it compulsory to appear in TANCET in order to get admission to PSG College?
Hi No. Compared to all other management entrance exams like CAT, GMAT, XAT, SNAP, TANCET is very much easy. To get admission to PSG College of Technology in Coimbatore, it is not compulsory to appear for the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET). However, TANCET scores are used as a basis for ...Hi
No. Compared to all other management entrance exams like CAT, GMAT, XAT, SNAP, TANCET is very much easy. To get admission to PSG College of Technology in Coimbatore, it is not compulsory to appear for the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET). However, TANCET scores are used as a basis for admission to certain postgraduate programs offered by the college, such as MBA, M.E. , and M.Tech. Although all government engineering colleges consider admission only through TANCET counseling for the candidates who also fulfill the eligibility criteria.
No, it is not compulsory to appear in TANCET in order to get admission to PSG College. If you want to get admission into certain courses like MBA and M.Tech, you may appear for TANCET. Otherwise, GATE scores are accepted for M.Tech courses, just as CAT and MAT scores are for MBA courses. For othe...No, it is not compulsory to appear in TANCET in order to get admission to PSG College. If you want to get admission into certain courses like MBA and M.Tech, you may appear for TANCET. Otherwise, GATE scores are accepted for M.Tech courses, just as CAT and MAT scores are for MBA courses. For other courses, like B.Sc. And M.Sc. You can apply for direct admission. Only MCA courses require you to appear in the TANCET MCA exam to get admission on government seats.
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What are the top MBA colleges I can get into through TANCET?
Hi Some of the leading Universities and MBA colleges accepting TANCET are SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore, KCT Business School Coimbatore, GRG School of Management Studies Coimbatore among...Hi
Some of the leading Universities and MBA colleges accepting TANCET are
SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore, KCT Business School Coimbatore, GRG School of Management Studies Coimbatore among others. Department of Management Studies - Anna University, Chengalpattu. Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Kancheepuram. Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Erode. SSN School of Management, Chennai.
Here are some of the top MBA colleges that you can get into through the TANCET MBA exam:1. B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology: This college is among the top 125 management colleges as per the NIRF rankings. Other than this, you can get into these colleges, which are r...Here are some of the top MBA colleges that you can get into through the TANCET MBA exam:
1. B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology: This college is among the top 125 management colleges as per the NIRF rankings. Other than this, you can get into these colleges, which are rated among the best colleges by Business Today's rankings:
2. CMS Institute of Management Studies
3. St. Joseph's Institute of Management
4. Vivekananda Institute of Management Studies
5. M.A. M. Business School of Tiruchirappalli.
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What is the syllabus for the TANCET MCA?
Hi TANCET 2022 Exam Pattern for MCA courses consists of four different sections namely Quantitative Aptitude Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and General Computer Awareness. There are only multiple-choice questions that make up the maximum marks of 100The TANCET syllabus is prescribed by ...Hi
TANCET 2022 Exam Pattern for MCA courses consists of four different sections namely Quantitative Aptitude Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and General Computer Awareness. There are only multiple-choice questions that make up the maximum marks of 100
The TANCET syllabus is prescribed by Anna University
Computer Hardware, Controls, Basic Terminology, Internet & Protocols, Network Basics, Computer Abbreviations, Security Tools, Shortcuts, History of Computer, Memory, Computer organisation, Input-Output tools, Computer Architecture, Languages and Algorithms.
The syllabus for the TANCET MCA exam can be classified into three sections, which are as follows:1. Quantitative Aptitude Questions on the Number System the HCF LCM, percentages, ratios, averages, linear equations, logarithms, series, and progressions, simple and compound interest, profit and los...The syllabus for the TANCET MCA exam can be classified into three sections, which are as follows:
1. Quantitative Aptitude Questions on the Number System the HCF LCM, percentages, ratios, averages, linear equations, logarithms, series, and progressions, simple and compound interest, profit and loss, time, speed, and distance, mixtures and allegations, quadratic equations, the binomial theorem, Statistics and indices, functions, and inequalities are among the topics covered in this section.
2. Analytical and Logical Reasoning: In this section, selections, coding and decoding, direction sense, blood relations, linear and circular arrangements, series, analogies, decision-making, binary logic, syllogisms, and puzzles are covered.
3. Computer Awareness: Questions are asked regarding the background of computers, memory, computer organisation, input-output tools, computer hardware, controls, basic terminology, internet and protocol knowledge, network fundamentals, computer abbreviations, security tools, shortcuts, and computer algorithms.
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Can I get a stipend for clearing TANCET?
Hi TANCET is a entrance exam for MBA and MCA other course TANCET is an offline mode examination conducted by Anna University. It's an entrance test designed for admission into MBA, MCA M.Arch, and other courses. Students who qualify in the TANCET exam get admission to over 200 affiliated colleges...Hi
TANCET is a entrance exam for MBA and MCA other course
TANCET is an offline mode examination conducted by Anna University. It's an entrance test designed for admission into MBA, MCA M.Arch, and other courses. Students who qualify in the TANCET exam get admission to over 200 affiliated colleges in Tamil Nadu.
7800/-per month for the duration of the PG Scholarship. For other courses, the amount of scholarship will be paid @Rs. 4500/- per month.
No, you cannot get a stipend for clearing the TANCET exam. This is an entrance exam for PG courses like MBA, MCA and M.Tech; therefore, there is no stipend offered for clearing it. However, if you score higher than the 95 percentile, you may be admitted to top colleges such as PSG. Also, you get ...No, you cannot get a stipend for clearing the TANCET exam. This is an entrance exam for PG courses like MBA, MCA and M.Tech; therefore, there is no stipend offered for clearing it. However, if you score higher than the 95 percentile, you may be admitted to top colleges such as PSG. Also, you get admission to government seats if you score well in the TANCET exam. This allows you to pursue your dream PG course for a comparably lower fee. Additionally, some colleges offer scholarships and fee waivers to students who score above the 70 percentile on TANCET.
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What are the top 10 MBA colleges in Tamil Nadu via TANCET?
Hi,Some of the leading Universities and MBA colleges accepting TANCET are SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore, KCT Business School Coimbatore, GRG School of Management Studies Coimbatore among...Hi,
Some of the leading Universities and MBA colleges accepting TANCET are
SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore, KCT Business School Coimbatore, GRG School of Management Studies Coimbatore among others. Department of Management Studies - Anna University, Chengalpattu. Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, Kancheepuram. Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Erode. SSN School of Management, Chennai.
Here is the list of the top 10 MBA colleges in Tamil Nadu to which you can apply via the TANCET exam:1. B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute which is rated top as per NIRF ranking2. SRM Institute of Science and Technology3. CMS Institute of Management Studies4. St. Joseph's Institute of Manageme...Here is the list of the top 10 MBA colleges in Tamil Nadu to which you can apply via the TANCET exam:
1. B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute which is rated top as per NIRF ranking
2. SRM Institute of Science and Technology
3. CMS Institute of Management Studies
4. St. Joseph's Institute of Management
5. Vivekananda Institute of Management Studies
6. D. J. Academy for Managerial Excellence
7. PSG Institute of Management
8. Amrita School of Business
9. ISSM Business School
10. Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship.
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Is it mandatory to appear for TANCET even with a valid GATE score?
Hi Candidates with valid GATE score will also be required to appear for TANCETCandidates who are appearing for the TANCET MBA exam will surely be able to ace the exam in 3 months with a good preparation strategy. They should go through the syllabus of TANCET and note all the important topics of t...Hi
Candidates with valid GATE score will also be required to appear for TANCET
Candidates who are appearing for the TANCET MBA exam will surely be able to ace the exam in 3 months with a good preparation strategy. They should go through the syllabus of TANCET and note all the important topics of the exam.
If you are applying for an M.Tech course at Anna University, you must take the CEETA PG TANCET exam even if you have a valid GATE score. Some other colleges may allow you to apply for admission to M.Tech on the basis of your GATE score. However, the Anna University has stated in its eligibility r...If you are applying for an M.Tech course at Anna University, you must take the CEETA PG TANCET exam even if you have a valid GATE score. Some other colleges may allow you to apply for admission to M.Tech on the basis of your GATE score. However, the Anna University has stated in its eligibility requirements that applicants who have a valid score in GATE 2021, 2022, or 2023 and have earned the necessary marks for an assistantship in engineering Science (XE) or life Science (XL) papers should also sit for CEETA-PG 2023.
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Is degree completion necessary to apply for TANCET exam?
Yes, it is necessary to have a degree. TANCET is for higher studies.
38 Institutes accepting TANCET
- Total Fees: ₹ 20.00 Lakh
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- Total Fees: ₹ 5.20 Lakh
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- Total Fees: ₹ 4.60 Lakh
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CMS Institute of Management Studies
Coimbatore
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Kindly provide study material for TANCET exam. I want to pursue MCA.
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