MBA Entrance Exam

Hi Parul,
Appearing for CAT, which is the toughest of all MBA exams, in itself is a task.Once you have made a successful attempt at it, the next thing you need to do is make a choice of top MBA colleges accepting CAT score.
85% in CAT is a decent score which has plenty of options from private and Govt colleges. Though for top B schools one should have 90% and above score.
Colleges accepting CAT score ranging between 80 to 90 percentile are:
1) Amity University, Raipur, Raipur
2) Amity University, Haryana (AUH), Gurgaon
3) Amity University, Gwalior, Gwalior
4) Goa Institute of Management (GIM), Goa
5) National Institute of Technology (NIT Trichy)
6) Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management development & Research (WeSchool), Hosur Road, Bangalore
You can check the below mentioned link for details :
https://www.shiksha.com/colleges-accepting-cat-scores-range-80-to-90-percentile-article-11981-1

Hi Parul,
Yes definitely reading will help you to score good marks in Reading and Comprehension within assigned time frame. Reading editorials, novels and taking RC tests every day will help you hone your skills in RC. It help us to understand use of foreign words. It also help us in GD and PI by helping us knowing current affairs, economic environment, political issues etc. One can start with reading newspaper and then can develop habit of continuous reading of Novel, Journals, short stories, Articles etc.
Few tips for preparations:
1) What to read: From novels to short stories, newspapers and journals to essays, you can read almost everything under the sun.
2) When to read: For a CAT aspirant it is but mandatory to start reading at least 6 months in advance, for the simple reason that if you start reading keeping a deadline (exam date) in mind, it will be under pressure and will not give the desired result.
3) Reading improves vocabulary: The biggest benefit of reading is that it improves your vocabulary in both verbal and written English.Moreover, at the time of GD and PI you dont want to be left tongue-tied for the want of that right word or that right expression while presenting your argument.
4) Reading enhances your speed: CAT is all about time management. In this scenario, nothing but the ability to read fast without missing important points, can help. Those who are avid readers, need not worry. Those who dont read, must start now.
You can check the below-mentioned link for further benefits of reading and how it help you in CAT:
https://www.shiksha.com/cat-preparation-your-love-for-reading-can-get-you-the-desired-result-article-12797-1

Hi,
Coaching classes are not affordable by everyone. Financial reasons and time are two reasons why not everyone can attend classes. Preparation for CAT and other MBA exams should not be dependent on coaching classes.
There are several alternative options to prepare for a CAT exam. Aspirants need to thoroughly research these other options, before setting their preparation plan.
Some of the alternative CAT preparation resources and effective strategy below:
1. Motivation and staying on track: Motivation is the key to self-study. Keeping ahead of distractions is very important. You need to find a constant source of motivation.
2. Preparation calendar: Planning is one of the key factors of any process. Make sure you have a timeline in place and you stick to it.
3. Online classes: Short time online courses are available in abundance and are very effective and economical.
You can check the below-mentioned link for more details:
https://www.shiksha.com/how-can-i-effectively-prepare-for-cat-2015-without-attending-coaching-classes-article-10981-1

Hi,
Make sure you maintain a good score in your CAT/XAT mocks, especially focusing on the VA section. The next step in the process is the MICAT. This is a paper that does not require much preparation as it tests your creative and reasoning abilities for the most part
As for the GE, show that you can work well in a group, not letting others participate or being too talkative does not help, quite the contrary, it may harm your chances. In the PI, you may be asked to justify the decisions you have made regarding your academics or your career. Depending on your interest, the panelists may ask questions about the Marketing and Advertising Industry. So it helps to be abreast with the latest developments in these fields. The PI in MICA does not attempt to grill the candidate. They try to ensure that you are the right fit for MICA. The GD/ PI for all the colleges are same.
I read online forums and took GD-PI guidance but an interview is a subjective thing, they can ask you anything and there is no defined rule to score well in it . Every interviewer is looking for versatility, hence instead of producing manufactured answers, do your own soul searching. You need to be updated on the latest news and currents trends. Industry professionals are the best people to gain inputs for various fields, dig in your circle and try to extract maximum from them
You can go through the below mentioned links for more information:
https://www.shiksha.com/gd-pi-recall-how-i-cracked-mica-article-7001-1
https://www.shiksha.com/how-to-crack-micat-hear-it-from-the-micans-article-7232-1
All the best.

MBA is a Master's degree program. The degree course is highly popular among graduates and has been attracting youngsters towards the course due to its knowledge-centric curriculum and excellent career opportunities.
Below mentioned are some of the good colleges for MBA in India:
1. Indian Institute of Management – Bangalore.
2. Indian Institute of Management – Ahmedabad.
3. Indian Institute of Management – Calcutta.
4. Indian Institute of Management – Lucknow.
5. Indian Institute of Management – Kozhikode.
6. International Management Institute - New Delhi.
7. Indian Institute of Forest Management – Bhopal.
8. University of Petroleum and Energy Studies.
9. Faculty of Management Studies (FMS).
10. Management Development Institute (MDI).
11. Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS).
12. National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) – Mumbai.