A SHORT GUIDE TO CRACK

COMPETITIVE EXAM
Follow these 4 tips to crack competitive
examinations
To crack any competitive exams, you first need to understand the pre-
requisites for the examination. Before appearing for the examination, you
should completely review syllabus of the exam, various subjects, weightage
given to each subject, so that you can plan your study accordingly. A look at
the previous years' questions papers of the exam may also help you to get
an idea about the exam pattern.
Here are four steps that you can follow to prepare for your examination:
Step 1: Follow a time-table

As a first step, make a time-table keeping in mind what you want to achieve
in short-term and long-term. Preparing a time based goals will help you
know how much time you need and how to prepare for the exam. You must
consider a few points while making a timetable such as fix a timing for
study, don't study more at a stretch, take short breaks in between, and
more importantly - give more time for the difficult subjects. Make sure you
follow the timetable set by you rigorously as making a study-plan is easy
but difficult to follow.
Step 2: Focus on preparation
Instead of just memorizing the details, try to understand the subject. Once
the concept is clear in your head, it will help you to remember the concepts
for a very long period of time. If you know your subject, you can comfortably
handle any question related to those easily. While studying, prepare your own
short notes in the notebook. This is going to help you revise your subject in
short time. Reading these notes a few days before the exam will help you big
time.

Step 3: Evaluate yourself

Evaluating yourself from time-to-time is crucial for an effective exam

preparation. There are many online portals where you can find free sample
papers and previous year question papers. You should attempt solving these
papers while you are preparing for any competitive exam. A few points that
you can consider while writing sample papers include:

* Imagine like you are in an examination hall and try to solve the sample
paper at a stretch without taking breaks in between. For instance, if you are
going to attempt a three-hour exam, you must solve the sample test also
within three hours.

* After solving entire test, analyse your answer sheet and do not forget to
revise those topics which you have got wrong.

* Avoid guesswork as many competitive exams also have negative marks

for wrong answers.
Step 4: Stay positive and confident

Confidence is the key. Keep positive thoughts, believe in yourself and your
preparation. If you have prepared throughout the year, you won't have to go
through last-minute rush and stress.

Do a little bit of physical activity and meditation to improve your

concentration. Taking stress during the entire preparation time is not
advisable, in fact, you should stay away from people who pressurize you.