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'How can I break the 90 percentile barrier in CAT?'

'How can I break the 90 percentile barrier in CAT?'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

In an online chat with readers, ARKS Srinivas, ex-director, TIME and CEO, Vista Mind addressed queries on CAT 2012, MBA, b-school admissions and more.

'I received calls from all IIMs except IIM-A'

'I received calls from all IIMs except IIM-A'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

In an exclusive online chat with readers on November 16, CAT 2010 topper Vidit Agarwal from Indian Institute of Management-Lucknow addressed reader queries related to cracking CAT and also guided aspirants on the way ahead. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript.

'Rankings don't matter for an IIM graduate!'

'Rankings don't matter for an IIM graduate!'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2011

In two online chats wid readers on October 28 and November 4, 2011, ARKS Srinivas, ex-director of T.I.ME. addressed reader queries related to cracking CAT 2011 and other b-school exams. For those who missed the live chat, here are the combined transcripts.

CAT 2011 unplugged: No surprises in the exam

CAT 2011 unplugged: No surprises in the exam

Rediff.com22 Oct 2011

There were hardly any surprises in CAT 2011 exam, says ARKS Srinivas, author and IIM Calcutta alumnus.

'Indian institutes are also good for MBA'

'Indian institutes are also good for MBA'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

In an online chat with readers on October 18, Aziz Manva, IIM-Lucknow alumnus and head of Testfunda.com addressed reader queries related to cracking CAT 2011 exam, which will commence from October 22, 2011. For those who missed the chat, here's the unedited transcript.

'Never do more than one mock test a day'

'Never do more than one mock test a day'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

In an online chat with readers on September 29, Aziz Manva, an IIM-Lucknow alumnus and head of Testfunda.com addressed queries related to cracking the CAT 2011 in one month. For those who missed it, here's the transcript:

CAT 2009: 'Are the invigilators illiterate?'

CAT 2009: 'Are the invigilators illiterate?'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

Noisy invigilators, technical problems and lack of discipline at the test centre ruin the CAT experience for this B-school hopeful.

CAT 2008: First Impressions

CAT 2008: First Impressions

Rediff.com16 Nov 2008

What CAT 2008 held in store.

CAT 2009: 'The exam went off perfectly'

CAT 2009: 'The exam went off perfectly'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2009

GA reader and MBA aspirant Samyuktha Jandhyala shares her experience CAT 2009 experience.

CAT 2009: 'IIMs should have a re-test'

CAT 2009: 'IIMs should have a re-test'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

The CAT 2009 has been plagued with various problems and has candidates scrambling for answers. But Karan Agrawal, who will be taking the test on December 3, has some different concerns.

CAT 2010: Strategy for the last 3 weeks

CAT 2010: Strategy for the last 3 weeks

Rediff.com13 Oct 2010

With less than a month to the CAT, here's how you should go about your preparation.

CAT tips: Crack verbal ability and logical reasoning

CAT tips: Crack verbal ability and logical reasoning

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Testfunda.com expert and IIT alumnus Aziz Manva addressed reader queries and shared tips on solving Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning sections in CAT 2011.

'MBA helps you break the glass ceiling'

'MBA helps you break the glass ceiling'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

In a new series, we get CAT aspirants to share their experiences. Akhila Natrajan spells out her mantras.

CAT 2009: 'How I made it to IIM'

CAT 2009: 'How I made it to IIM'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

To help test-takers, we asked readers who have taken the CAT to share their tips and tricks. Here, Rahul Sharma, IIM Lucknow -- batch of 2010, shares his experiences.

CAT 2010: Prep strategy for the final 2 months

CAT 2010: Prep strategy for the final 2 months

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

A plan for the last few months to CAT 2010.

CAT 2010: 'Focus on fundas, practice, strategy'

CAT 2010: 'Focus on fundas, practice, strategy'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2010

Harsh Chandak, an IIM Lucknow student, shares his advice for test-takers preparing for CAT this year.

MBA admissions: Your questions answered

MBA admissions: Your questions answered

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

In an online chat with readers on January 9, 2013, Rajesh Balasubramanian and Naveenan Ramachandran, mentors, 2IIM, addressed queries related to CAT 2012 and offered advice on how to choose the best b-school based on their scores.

'XAT would be similar to CAT in terms of difficulty'

'XAT would be similar to CAT in terms of difficulty'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

In two online chats with readers on November 25 and December 2, ARKS Srinivas, ex-director of T.I.M.E. addressed reader queries on cracking NMAT, SNAP and XAT exam. For those who missed the live chats, read on for the transcript.

'CAT has become a test of accuracy than speed'

'CAT has become a test of accuracy than speed'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2011

In an online chat with readers on November 3, Vinayak Kudva, head of IMS Learning addressed reader queries related to cracking the Common Admission Test and other b-school exams. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript.

CAT 2011 Tips: Attempt 24 questions with 85 percent accuracy

CAT 2011 Tips: Attempt 24 questions with 85 percent accuracy

Rediff.com24 Oct 2011

In an online chat with readers on October 20, Vinayak Kudva, head, IMS Learning addressed last minute queries to solving problems in CAT 2011. The Common Admission Test that qualifies admission to various post graduate programmes in the 13 Indian Institutes of Management and 150 other b-schools commenced October 22 and ends November 18, 2011. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript.

CAT 2007: Twenty practice questions and answers

CAT 2007: Twenty practice questions and answers

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Twenty questions from various sections of CAT 2007. Determine your strengths and find your weaknesses.

'Which is the best book to prepare for GMAT?'

'Which is the best book to prepare for GMAT?'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2012

In an online chat with readers on February 8, Naveenan Ramachandran, expert from 4GMAT, Mumbai addressed queries related to preparing for the GMAT exam.

IIFT: Answers and analysis

IIFT: Answers and analysis

Rediff.com24 Nov 2008

IIFT 2008 was characterised by extremely difficult General Awareness and Quant sections followed by Reading Comprehension and mainly calculation-based DI section.

Mock IIFT test for YOU!

Mock IIFT test for YOU!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2008

Come November 23 test takers will sit for the most uncertain test of past two years -- the IIFT (Indian Institute of Foreign Trade) Entrance examination.

CAT 2009: 'The CAT is going to the dogs'

CAT 2009: 'The CAT is going to the dogs'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

This CAT candidate had four questions with no answer options! Share your CAT experiences!

CAT 2008: An analysis

CAT 2008: An analysis

Rediff.com17 Nov 2008

TCYonline.com presents the first and the most detailed analysis of CAT 2008 for the users of Rediff.com.

Tips to crack IBPS BankPO exam

Tips to crack IBPS BankPO exam

Rediff.com18 Aug 2011

In an online chat hosted by Get Ahead on August 16, Aziz Manva, head of Testfunda.com addressed reader queries about cracking IBPS BankPO exam, a common entrance test for eligibility to fill existing and future positions in nineteen nationalised banks. The test is scheduled on September 18, 2011.

Use the mouse and crack the CAT

Use the mouse and crack the CAT

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

Find out why the computer-based CAT exam format shouldn't get you worried.

First-ever silver ETF set to make a debut

First-ever silver ETF set to make a debut

Rediff.com23 Jul 2008

Benchmark AMC's scheme is called silver BeES and each unit issued under the scheme will be equal to price of 100 grams of silver. The entry load for the fund will be 2.25 per cent during the new fund offering (NFO).

Italian fish with a citrus twist

Italian fish with a citrus twist

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

If you're looking for a low-cal recipe that's easy on the tastebuds, you might want to try your hand at this dish.

CAT 2010: How I cracked the CAT

CAT 2010: How I cracked the CAT

Rediff.com9 Jul 2010

GA reader Adarsh Sharma, an IIM Indore student who scored in the 99 percentile in CAT 2008, shares his advice...

Decision making and business in India

Decision making and business in India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

Why strategic initiatives should be taken based more on a vision and entrepreneurial "gut-based" decision process in India, writes Arvind Singhal

CAT 09: The surprise factor

CAT 09: The surprise factor

Rediff.com23 Jun 2009

Examination experts at www.TCYonline.com have done a critical analysis of the previous CATs by measuring the three most crucial factors that remain tricky in all CATs.

How to get richer with mutual funds

How to get richer with mutual funds

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

Funds now offer themes that are based on quantitative models and profit-booking.

Here are a few basics of investing

Here are a few basics of investing

Rediff.com23 Mar 2009

After the collateral debt obligations crisis, all the other 'quants' have been lumped together as fast dancers who do amoral complex things. This is an understandable perception, but unfair.

US and India's tech dilemma

US and India's tech dilemma

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

Newly minted American engineers are going into finance because tech jobs have been offshored.

MH-CET 2009: Last minute tips

MH-CET 2009: Last minute tips

Rediff.com10 Feb 2009

Here's how to tackle each area that will help you maximize your scores.

GRE: 10 steps to crack Data Interpretation

GRE: 10 steps to crack Data Interpretation

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

Techniques to counter the DI challenge

Stocks: How to get higher returns

Stocks: How to get higher returns

Rediff.com15 Feb 2010

A combination of quantitative and fundamental models can give higher returns with lower risks.

Prepare yourself for the IIFT 2007 tremors

Prepare yourself for the IIFT 2007 tremors

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

What it takes to prepare for the IIFT entrance exam, with a mock test.