How to Avoid These Common Mistakes During Your BEd Entrance Exam
To help candidates we have shared some of the most common mistakes they make and how to avoid them.
How to Avoid These Common Mistakes During Your BEd Entrance Exam
Many state BEd exam authorities are currently conducting the BEd entrance exam. The IGNOU BEd entrance was recently conducted, with the MAH BEd CET, UP BEd JEE, and PTET in the line. For many students the Bachelor of Education (BEd) Entrance Exam is a crucial step who wish to pursue a career in education and one small mistake during their preparations can break their chances or impact their performance in the exam. To help candidates qualify for the exam we have shared some of the most 10 common mistakes that candidates make and how they can avoid them.
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Not Understanding the Format & Syllabus
Many students make the mistake of preparing for the exam without going through the exam pattern, marking scheme, and syllabus of the exam. The solution to this is carefully reading the official notification and exam syllabus giving proper weightage to each subject (General Awareness, Teaching Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, etc.), and solving the past year papers to familiarize yourself with the pattern.
The right way to start mah bed CET preparation is to get understand the pattern as well as the syllabus throughly. Prepare using a timetable and get conceptual clarity. Attempt as many questions as you can.
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Ignoring Time Management in Preparation
Some students also focus on one subject while ignoring the others. They believe that one subject can easily help them get the cut-off scores, however, this is just poor time management and one subject alone can’t guarantee success. The solution to this problem is creating a balanced study schedule covering all the subjects. Dividing the time equally as per the difficulty level of the subject and the weightage. Students must utilize the Pomodoro technique (25 minutes study, 5 minutes break) to enhance focus.
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Lack of Solving Practice Papers
Some candidates don’t practice with trial papers, which eventually leads to poor time management skills as they are not aware of the questions asked in the exam, nor do they have the time management skills and question-solving abilities. Hence, it is advised to candidates to attempt full-length mock tests which will help them find their mistakes and focus on improving weak areas.
Relying Only on Theory and Ignoring Problem-Solving
This is the most common mistake that students make by memorizing concepts without practicing the MCQs, but this doesn’t will not guarantee success hence candidates are advised to study each topic and solve at least 50-100 MCQs from it and then move on to the next one. This will help them gain practical as well as theoretical knowledge. Attempt logical reasoning and aptitude questions regularly. Join online quizzes or discussion forums for a better understanding.
A good MAH BEd CET score is generally considered to be 70+ marks, with scores above 85 being excellent, especially for top colleges
No, if the candidate prepares well in class 12, then the MAH BEd CET is not tough. They can also use reference books to clear the exam.
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Ignoring General Awareness & Current Affairs
Candidates often focus on teaching aptitude and reasoning, ignoring general awareness, but this is a mistake as GA is a scoring subject and to prepare for GA they must read newspapers daily and follow education-related news, monthly current affairs and revise important events about national and international importance.
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Making Calculation Errors in the Logical & Numerical Sections
Candidates must not overlook basic numerical concepts or make silly mistakes in calculations. They must revise basic arithmetic, percentages, and ratios. Improve calculation speed by practicing mental math questions and learning tricks to solve reasoning problems faster.
Not Reading Questions Properly in the Exam
Out of exam center pressure and nervousness, candidates skip reading the questions and in that pressure, they mark incorrect answers. Hence they are advised to read each question carefully before answering and candidates must not rush or prioritize accuracy over speed. They must not panic or feel anxious, which affects their concentration and performance. Stay calm before the exam by practicing deep breathing exercises to reduce stress. Get at least 7-8 hours of sleep a day prior to the exam.
Ignoring Exam-Day Essentials
Forgetting important documents like the admit card, ID proof, or stationery. Keep all necessary documents ready a day before. Reach the exam center at least 30 minutes early. Follow exam center guidelines to avoid last-minute stress.
Candidates must avoid these common mistakes to help increase their chances of qualification in the BEd entrance exam performance. By following proper planning, regular practice, and a calm mindset, candidates can maximize their scores and get enrolled for the BEd course from the desired BEd college of their state.
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Anshul Jindal completed her Masters in Computer Applications from JIMS, Delhi, and has over 4 years of experience in content writing. Currently at Shiksa, creating content for exams like IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam, RIE
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The theory isn't difficult if you study carefully. But the practical internships and assignments (lesson plans, classroom management), sometimes tests one's patience.