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2 months agoBeginner-Level 4
If I were you, and based on what I know, I would lean toward IPFC, provided:
- You are disciplined and can use their mock exams / materials seriously.
- You want a mix of flexibility + good teacher support + cost-effectiveness.
However, if your priorities are:
- Very well-recognized name and affiliations (for example, when applying abroad or to companies that value big brand), AND
- Willing to spend more if needed, AND
- Want more backup options/materials even if costlier,
then Logic is a safe bet.
Aspect | IPFC Strengths | IPFC Possible Weaknesses | Logic Strengths | Logic Possible Weaknesses |
Faculty / Teaching Style | Very good feedback on mentors, clarity in explanations, concept-oriented. | Might depend heavily on one key mentor (if unavailable, quality may vary) | Long-standing reputation; diverse faculty; affiliation and possibly more resources. | Some complaints about inconsistent faculty, delays, possibly less personalized attention in some batches. |
Mocks, Assignments, Practice | Strong mock test culture, regular homework, exam-strategies. | You may need to supplement with external practice depending on your comfort with certain topics. | Likely to provide structured mock paper practice (given their scale), and study materials. | Possibly rigid schedule; some students said delays or class cancellations; less flexibility reported in offline modalities. |
Flexibility for Working Professionals | Weekend classes; online modes; good support system. | If you miss class, you need to see how good their backups/recordings are. | They offer online live or hybrid options; established systems for distance learning. | Some students felt offline classes got less attention once online batches were busy. Communication issues in some cases. |
Affiliations & Recognitions | Testimonials show many alumni who cleared CMA; well-known; trusted among people preparing for CMA. | Less clarity on global tie-ups (beyond the core IMA and mocks); maybe less visibility internationally. | Partnered status with IMA; affiliation with Wiley; possibly stronger brand recognition. | Brand does always guarantee for every batch; some variability according to student reviews. |
Cost vs Value | Many say their notes + mocks + support are enough; may result in lower need for extra resources. | If you aim for very high score, you might still need external resources/hock testbanks. | Because of bigger brand and more resources, cost may be higher; but you may get better materials, perhaps premium service. | Some students feel cost-to-benefit ratio lags in certain batches (delays, inconsistency) based on reviews. |
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2 months agoBeginner-Level 4
Feature | Aakash | FIITJEE |
Reputation & Reach | Aakash is very well known, especially for medical entrance exam prep (NEET), also strong in JEE. Many branches in Hyderabad. | FIITJEE is also prestigious, especially among students who want high ranks in IIT-JEE. Known for tougher training, more rigorous competition. |
Fee Structure | Aakash tends to be a bit more affordable comparatively; has scholarship tests like ANTHE and iACST that reduce fees. | FIITJEE is on the higher side in many cases. If you aim very high and want extra competitive pressure, you may be ready to pay more for FIITJEE premium top-rankcoaching. |
Batch Size & Individual Attention | According to some reviews of Aakash, individual attention is decent; branches like Trimulgherry are praised for personal mentoring. But there are also complaints (for example, in Kukatpally) about larger classes or less seriousness for certain subjects. | FIITJEE tends to have smaller or more elite batches (or extra support for top students). The pressure and expectations are generally higher. It often pushes students more. |
Flexibility & Modes | Aakash offers classroom, online/distance learning, short term crash/brush-up courses. Multiple centres in Hyderabad; various branches. | FIITJEE also offers rigorous test series, more intense schedules; but the flexibility might be somewhat less, or the pace steeper. Depends on branch. |
Stress and Pressure | Students say Aakash is more manageable; somewhat less pressure compared to top-tier coaching. Good if you want balance. | FIITJEE is known for being more demanding. If your goal is an AIR rank (top 100 / top few in JEE Advanced), this pressure can be motivating, but can also stress if not managed. |
Results / Track Record | Aakash has many success stories, especially in NEET; also good performance in JEE Main/Advanced with its programs. | FIITJEE has produced many top rankers in JEE over the years (especially among the very top). If your aspiration is very high, this might tilt toward FIITJEE. |
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2 months agoContributor-Level 9
No, one month would not be enough for MAH MCA CET preparation. Because the syllabus of MAH MCA CET is so vast, covering all the topics and memorising them requires a lot of effort. If you have been or are a BCA student, then it can be less challenging for you since most of the subjects of MAH MCA CET and BCA are similar. You are advised to study all the subjects and solve previous year MAH MCA CET question papers. Begin practising MAH MCA CET sample papers at least 1 or 2 months before the exam to become accustomed to the exam.
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2 months agoContributor-Level 9
Yes, you must follow the MAH MCA CET exam pattern while preparing for the exam. You must understand the exam pattern very carefully before starting the preparation process. With the knowledge of the exam pattern in advance, the candidates will be aware of how the examination will be taken and prepare accordingly. THE MAH MCA CET exam pattern will be posted online by the authorities soon.
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2 months agoContributor-Level 6
- Organic Chemistry by Morrison and Boyd for Organic Chemistry
- Concise Inorganic Chemistry by J. D. Lee for Inorganic Chemistry
- Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations by RC Mukherjee
- NCERT Chemistry Class 11 and 12
- Problems in Physical Chemistry for JEE (Main & Advanced) by Narendra Awasthi
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2 months agoContributor-Level 6
- Arihant Problem Book in Mathematics for IIT JEE by SK Goyal
- NCERT Maths Class 11 and 12
- Cengage Maths by G TIWANI
- Comprehensive Mathematics for JEE Advanced by Tata McGraw Hill publications
- Problems Plus in IIT Mathematics by A Das Gupta
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2 months agoContributor-Level 8
For ACT exam preparation, you can start by taking a full-length diagnostic ACT practice test to pinpoint your current strengths and weaknesses. Analyse your test results to identify the sections where you need the most improvement. Then, create a study schedule that targets these areas using the official ACT preparation materials.
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2 months agoBeginner-Level 5
The past perfect tense can be used in four forms:
- Affirmative: Subject + had + past participle of verb + object.
- Negative: Subject + had + not + past participle of verb + object.
- Interrogative: Had + subject + past participle of verb + object.
- Negative + Interrogative: Had + subject + not + past participle of verb + object.
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2 months agoBeginner-Level 5
Have a look at the examples of the past perfect tense below:
- The movie had already started when we arrived at the theatre.
- The teacher had scolded him as he misbehaved.
- Had the movie begun already?
- Had he not finished playing football before dinner?
- Sheetal had gone to the market when the incident happened.
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2 months agoBeginner-Level 5
As per the English Grammar rule for Past Perfect tense, the sentences in this verb form are formed using had with past particple (ed) of the verb. The Past Perfect tense rule or formula is:
Subject + Had + Past Participle of Verb + Object
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