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February 04, 2008
CAT to go online from November 2009
The directors of the seven Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) will meet later this month to discuss details of a proposal to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) online by 2009.

January 24, 2008
'I nailed my IIM group discussion & interview!'
IIM-L student Bharat Jhurani narrates how he aced his group discussion and personal interview post CAT.

January 18, 2008
MBA calling: How to prepare for the personal interview
A few of the most commonly asked interview questions at B-school interviews and how you show plan your answer.

January 17, 2008
MBA calling: How I aced my personal interview
Krishnan Sekar, a first-year student at IIM Calcutta, shares his IIM Indore interview as a part of the CAT 2006 selection process.

January 14, 2008
'I scored in the 100 percentile!'
An interview with Gourav Bhattacharya, a final year student at VJTI , Mumbai, and one of 2.3 lakh IIM aspirants who took the CAT 2007.

January 11, 2008
Group discussions: Myths demystified
Nobody can deny the importance of group discussions and personal interviews in the overall admission process for MBA. So, here are some useful inputs on the intricacies of GDs.

January 09, 2008
Post-CAT GD and interviews: The last hurdle
Now that the CAT results are out students still have to cross the GD and interview rounds before their dream of getting selected for the best B-school becomes a reality. T.I.M.E gives you a few tips.

November 26, 2007
Global MBA -- a post-CAT back-up option
Contrary to the general belief, global B-schools like Harvard, Wharton, LBS, INSEAD are a reality for many Indian students, especially for you. Here's why you should at least consider them.

November 23, 2007
Prepare yourself for the IIFT 2007 tremors
What it takes to prepare for the IIFT entrance exam, with a mock test.

November 21, 2007
CAT 2007: Your post-CAT plan of action
You have taken the CAT, now what? Can you expect a call from the IIMs? Should you apply to other B-schools? Is your percentile good enough to get you into the country's best institutes? Gejo Srinivasan discussed these and other queries with GA readers.

November 19, 2007
CAT: 'Overall cut-off for IIM is around 100'
Gejo Srenivasan, MBA expert with IMS, discusses CAT issues immediately after yesterday's exam. He breaks down each section, gives percentile ranges for different schools and advises students on how to proceed from here.

CAT: 'For IIM, percentile score near 99 is needed'
Gejo Sreenivasan, MBA expert with IMS, breaks down CAT 2007. He discussed the different sections, possible cut-offs and various MBA institutes.

November 18, 2007
CAT 2007: Analysis and expected cut-offs
Overall, even though the paper did not pose any surprise, pattern wise, with the number of questions remaining 75 as last year, the level of difficulty was increased by at least two to three notches.

CAT 2007: Answer key
Rediff.com, in collaboration with IMS Learning Solutions, an institute that trains CAT aspirants, brings you the answer key to CAT 2007.

CAT 2007: A detailed analysis
What CAT 2007 had to offer.

Share your CAT experience!
What sections were tough? Were there any printing errors in your paper? Tells us about it!

November 17, 2007
CAT 2007: 'Free your mind of burden, no last minute studies'
Competitive examination experts from TCY answer questions about the final few days of CAT preparation. They advise readers to free their minds and stop the last minute studying. Read on

November 16, 2007
Final tips for CAT
The CAT can be tamed. Here's what you should be prepared for with just a day to go.

CAT 2007: 'I got calls from 5 IIMs'
Rajat Goyal a student of IIM Lucknow's batch of 2008, shares his CAT advice.

November 15, 2007
CAT 2007: 'Keep a positive attitude and an open mind'
Dejo Srinivasan, from IMS, gives readers helpful hints for CAT 2007: How to stay focused, positive and upbeat in the final few days.

Test yourself with this free Mock CAT
Come Sunday, November 18, and many of you will be taking the Common Admission Test. Take this mock CAT to see if you're prepared!

CAT 2007: A battle of nerves
IIM Lucknow student Abhay Agrawal, who scored in the 99.27 percentile in CAT, shares his CAT advice.

CAT: How to handle the stress and anxiety
A look at CAT and the stress which accompanies it. How can you handle the pressure? What tips should you employ to deal with anxiety? Read on

November 14, 2007
CAT 2007: The best strategy is a flexible one
IIM Lucknow student Muneetpal Singh Jolly talks about the importance of flexibility while plotting your CAT strategy.

CAT 2007: 'Start with your area of strength'
Arindam Lahiri from Career Launcher answers questions about the final week of CAT preparation.

CAT 2007: How to survive exam week, checklist
With months and months of preparation at stake, the week preceding CAT 2007 can be very stressful. Here are some general tips and a final checklist for keeping your percentiles up and leading.

November 13, 2007
Test yourself with this free Mock CAT
Come Sunday, November 18, and many of you will be taking the Common Admission Test. To help you perform better, we offer CAT strategies and tips as well as mock CATs and live chats with trainers every week.

November 12, 2007
CAT 2007: 'Even an astrologer cannot predict CAT'
CAT experts from Top Careers and You discuss CAT strategy for the final few weeks.

CAT 2007: What NOT to do in the last week
With the CAT barely a week away, here's what you should and should not be doing in the last six days.

November 09, 2007
Taking the CAT? Eat right!
Make sure you're fighting fit for the CAT with these diet tips.

CAT 2007: What you should be reading
IIM Lucknow student Muneetpal Singh Jolly shares what you should have on your reading list.

November 08, 2007
CAT 2007: Watch out for these surprises!
Here are some surprises you should take into account while preparing your CAT strategy.

The 4 Ps of cracking CAT
Fahad Anwar, Batch of 2008, IIM-Lucknow, scored in the 99.88 percentile and shares his CAT strategy.

November 07, 2007
CAT 2007: 'In weak sections, focus on clearing cut-offs'
Arindam Lahiri, a competive examination expert, discusses CAT 2007 strategy with Get Ahead readers: How should I divide my time? How can I clear sectional cut-offs? Read on

'I will fight till the last few seconds'
Anupam Chaudhury who scored in the 99.39 percentile in CAT and is a student of IIM Calcutta's Batch of 2008, shares his CAT advice.

Test yourself with this free Mock CAT
Come Sunday, November 18, and many of you will be taking the Common Admission Test. To help you perform better, we offer CAT strategies and tips as well as mock CATs and live chats with trainers every week.

November 06, 2007
CAT 2007: Consistency and timing are critical
There has been enough written and said about CAT and how to prepare, write, tackle etc. There are however a few issues which are worth revisiting especially when you come closer to the day. Here are some of them.

CAT 2007: The biggest surprise could be no surprise
CAT has always had a tendency to surprise the candidates by a change in the pattern and this demands a little bit of flexibility in your strategy.

November 05, 2007
Test yourself with this free Mock CAT
"Come Sunday, November 18, and many of you will be taking the Common Admission Test. To help you perform better, we offer CAT strategies and tips as well as live chats with trainers every week. Here's another mock CAT to help you practise and gauge your skills.

CAT 2007: 'Be prepared for the surprise factor'
With less than two weeks remaining before CAT 2007, how can you best prepare? Which methods should you adopt? Should you attempt new materials? Read on

Countdown: Two-week strategy
With less than a fortnight to go for CAT 2007, here's how you should spend your time.

November 02, 2007
CAT 2007: Strategise, analyse and practise!
Nikesh Rathi who scored in the 99.52 percentile in CAT and is a second year student at IIM Lucknow, shares his CAT advice.

November 01, 2007
Test yourself with this free Mock CAT
Come Sunday, November 18, and many of you will be taking the Common Admission Test. To help you perform better, we offer CAT strategies and tips as well as live chats with trainers every week. Here's a mock CAT help you practise and gauge your skills.

October 31, 2007
CAT 2007: Scream from the roof-tops if you must!
I know they say you never know what could happen on D-day. But this piece is not about whether you can change what happens on D-day; it's about how to influence that day's events in your favour.

'CAT is going towards reasoning and logic-based problems'
Experts from Career Launcher join us to discuss CAT 2007 strategies. How should you best spend the final three weeks? What can you do to avoid stress?

October 30, 2007
Cracking CAT: A reader's experience
Get Ahead reader Bharat Jaruni shares his CAT experiences. He includes his strategies for the different sections as well as his overall approach.

CAT 2007: The RIGHT strategy
When you look at a CAT paper, there are two variables which help you maximise your score viz Attempts and Accuracy. Neatly juggling these two parameters will help one score the marks that would be required to get that coveted call from the IIMs.

October 29, 2007
Test yourself with this free Mock CAT
Come Sunday, November 18, and many of you will be taking the Common Admission Test. To help you perform better, we offer CAT strategies and tips as well as live chats with trainers every week. Here's a mock CAT help you practise and gauge your skills.

Count Down: 3 weeks to CAT 2007
There are only three weeks left before CAT 2007! How can you best use your time to maximise your percentile? Read on

October 26, 2007
CAT 2007: Twenty practice questions
Twenty questions from various sections of CAT 2007. Determine your strengths and find your weaknesses.

October 25, 2007
Share your CAT experiences here!
CAT aspirants document their fears and expectations. Former CAT takers tell us how they aced the exam, or where they slipped up. What about you? Any CAT related stories to share?

October 22, 2007
CAT 2007: A test of self-control
CAT isn't only about strategy and perseverance. It's also a test of self-control. How can you master yourself before mastering CAT? Read on

October 12, 2007
CAT 2007: Sample Verbal questions
5 sample questions from the Verbal section of CAT. They cover two types of questions, both frequently seen on previous CATs. Answer key provided.

October 09, 2007
ISB increases scholarships by 55%
The Indian School of Business (ISB) increases scholarships by 55% for the incoming class; a total of rs. 3.3 crores to be awarded as scholarships.

CAT 2007: Advanced Verbal strategies
A look at some advanced level strategies and methods for CAT 2007 aspirants. Which questions should you answer? How can you shore up your vocabulary? Read on

October 08, 2007
CAT 2007: Ten common misconceptions
A look at ten common myths about the Common Admission Test. Is the CAT a test of aptitude? Is there any value to Mock Cat analysis? Read on

October 02, 2007
CAT 2007: Six tips you must remember
An in-depth look at the Quantitative and Data Interpretation sections of the CAT. Here are six can't-miss-tips that you must remember on test day.

October 01, 2007
CAT 2007: Strategy for a perfect blend of Speed, Accuracy and Attempts
A look at the Data Intepretation and Quantitative sections of the CAT. Which questions are easy? Which questions are difficult? How can you determine which questions to answer and which to avoid?

September 19, 2007
CAT 2007: Identify the obstacles
A critical analysis of the previous CATs by measuring the three most crucial factors that remain highly tricky.

September 18, 2007
CAT 2007: Prepare for the 'Surprise' factor
A look at patterns from previous CATs. What type of questions are frequently asked? How has the exam format changed over the years? Read on

September 13, 2007
CAT 2007: Frequently asked questions
This article takes a look at some of the common concerns and doubts held by students with only 60 days remaining before CAT. Which schools should I apply to? How many mocks should I take?

September 11, 2007
CAT: 'Separate time-consuming and time-saving questions'
Competitive examination experts answer questions about CAT 2007. Which questions should you answer? Which should you leave aside?

September 10, 2007
CAT 2007: 'Focus on quality of practice, not quantity'
Atul Prashar and Munish Kumar answer questions about CAT 2007. How do I analyse my mock examinations? How can I determine my strong and weak areas? Read on

August 31, 2007
CAT 2007: 'Vocabulary is still important'
What should your daily schedule include? How can you best utilise your time between now and CAT? Read on

August 30, 2007
CAT 2007: '4 to 6 hours of study a day'
How should you study for CAT? Spend more time on your weak areas? Or spread time around evenly? Read on

August 28, 2007
CAT 2007: Analysing mock exam papers
A look at the quantitative and data interpretation sections of the CAT. Also describes how and why you should analyse your mock CATS

August 27, 2007
English gaffes from around the globe
We present a popular list of English bloopers discovered on signs, boards, hoardings and other public places. From Tokyo to Rome, here are some truly global gaffes!

Improve your verbal score on CAT 2007
An overview of CAT 2007 and how to spend your final 90 days of preparation time. Also examines the verbal component and how you to your improve your score.

August 23, 2007
CAT 2007: The benefits of mock testing
A look at mock CATs: How many should you take? How should you analyse your scores? How should you benchmark yourself against others?

August 21, 2007
CAT 2007: A ten-week study strategy
Atul Prashar provides a detailed ten-week study programme for CAT 2007. Where should you focus your energy? How should you allocate your time? Read on

July 24, 2007
CAT 2007: 'Study at least 5 hours a day'
KB Sharma and Deepak Kumar, competitive examination experts, give advice to Get Ahead readers on CAT 2007.

July 23, 2007
CAT: 'Think logically, not mechanically'
Trainers from TCY answer questions regarding the CAT 2007. They give strategies for the different sections as well as advice for overall preparation.

July 19, 2007
CAT: How to manage your time on exam day
How can you best manage your time while taking the CAT? How should you divide your time and which questions should you answer?

July 17, 2007
CAT 2007: Unlock Reading Comprehension
Deepak Kumar, a competitive examination expert, takes us through the CAT's Reading Comprehension section. He offers preparation tips and exam day strategy.

June 14, 2007
CAT: Crackdown on Verbal Ability
CAT expert ARKS Srinivas explains how to attempt Grammar, Vocabulary, and Critical Reasoning questions in the Verbal Ability section of the paper.

June 13, 2007
CAT: How to improve Verbal Ability
CAT expert ARKS Srinivas discusses how students appearing for the competitive exam can score in the Verbal Ability section.

May 22, 2007
CAT Exam: Preparing for Reading Comprehension
CAT exam expert ARKS Srinivas discusses how to prepare for the subject of Reading Comprehension.

May 16, 2007
CAT: Quantitative Ability isn't so tough
CAT exam expert ARKS Srinivas explains how the Quantitative Ability section of the exam is best prepared for.

May 15, 2007
CAT Exam: How to ace Quantitative Ability
ARKS Srinivas, trainer at T.I.M.E., which prepares students for competitive exams, discusses subject-wise strategies for CAT. This week -- Quantitative Ability.

April 26, 2007
CAT 2007: The six month countdown
Unless you have a clear study strategy, the hours of effort you invest in preparing for CAT can be wasted.

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