Tips to get best in TOEFL Test

Test of English Foreign Language (TOEFL) is an entrance test conducted for those who want to study abroad and to assess their English proficiency. It is among the most difficult test to attend and if not prepared in advance there is a least chance to go further. It is a test that measures speaking, listening and writing skills.

The test is not only limited for abroad study, but also for working professionals applying for visa. Candidate successfully passed 10+2 from respective board is eligible to appear for this exam. There are two types of TOEFL exams conducted: Internet Based and Paper Based Testing.

TOEFL IBT is approx 3hrs and divided into 4 different sections: Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing. Paper Based Testing, on the other hand, is known as Institutional TOEFL and is administered by English language institutions across the world. This test is conducted to measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom in a college or at a university level. The duration for completion the test is 2.5hrs. 

The online test is conduct more than 30-40 times in the year, and TOEFL Paper Based Test is offered in areas where the TOEFL Internet Based Test is not available. However, you need to be prepared very well to get the best out of it. 

There are various resources available online that can help in preparing for the test. Below mentioned are tips to prepare TOEFL exam:

·         Know the structure: You need to know the structure of both type of exam. Each section in TOEFL IBT is divided into different time section and questions. For Reading, start reading newspapers, books and novels to gain confidence during exam. For Listening, you can master this by listening to songs and also asking friends to read passage. For Speaking, you need practice speaking in English with friends and colleagues. For writing, practice writing summary of passage also write essay on opinion.

·         Be prepared way in Advance: You need to be ready with your practice in all sections. You can check out books and other resource available online that can be useful for preparation.

·         Join Classes or Hire a Tutor: Both can be feasible to prepare yourself for the test. You can practice for all section with the tutor and also can get feedback about the same. 

·         Learning to Take Notes: This is an essential skill that needs to be learned at your best. Don’t try writing whatever you keep hearing. Write down essential information which are needed to understand during lecture.

·         Making your Pronunciation Perfection: You don’t need to be perfection, but need to be able to pronounce English well. By this you can measure how well you can answer the question, proper grammar and how you sound.

To gain good result, regular practice in all section is very important. Seek help from professionals and experienced TOEFL exam students to get clear idea about the same

IGNOU to begin UG Programmes for Sex Workers

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is planning to begin UG programmes for sex workers in Nagpur region. The similar course will commence in Ahmedabad and Kolkata. 

Officials of Nagpur center are in talks with Indian Red Cross Society. In fact, the society has already given its nod to conduct classes for commercial workers in its premises.  The center also wants to include local NGOs to participate and convince sex workers to join the programme.

This initiative was taken to help CSWs to improve their livelihood and be independent in future. Moreover, they can even educate their children for better future.

Other programmes on offer by the varsity are MBA courses offered at the Nagpur Central Jail, short-term training programmes offered to tribal women in Gadchiroli area as well as other courses which are offered to the deprived sections of society.

Source: Shiksha.com

NMAT 2015 Registration through Pearson VUE India

Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test by NMIMS, Mumbai is conducted to select students for the MBA course offered by NMIMS. Students, who couldn’t apply for the 2015 entrance exam, can now apply though late application through Pearson VUE under online application. This late registration begins from 25^th September and ends on 4^th October.

The NMAT test is done to get into the programs like-

·         MBA Full Time (Mumbai Campus)

·         PGDM (Bangaluru Campus)

·         PGDM (Hyderabad Campus)

All candidates appearing for NMAT have to under computer based test conducted across India. Shortlisted candidates will be later called for GD/PI at selected centers.

NMAT Format:

The NMAT 2015 test consists of 120 questions and will be given 120 minutes. The exam is divided into different sections like- Quantitative Ability, Language Skills and Logical Reasoning.

Application process:

Candidates applying for NMAT through Pearson VUE India need to create a user account. Candidate can visit www.pearsonvueindia.com/nmat . NMIMS will now not be considering any registration from candidate after the official date. Candidate can apply for one or more programs as per his/her ability.

Exam Centers:

NMAT 2015 exam centers are- Chandigarh, Delhi, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Bihar, Indore, Kolkata, Bhubaneshwar and Pune.

NMAT 2015 Registration Fees:

Candidate applying from 25^TH September to 4^th October, 2014 need to pay Rs 2550/- for MBA Full Time in Mumbai, or in Bangaluru. Rs 3000/- for Mumbai campus and PGDM-Bangaluru/Hyderabad.

CMAT 2014 application date has been extended to September 1

CMAT 2014 application deadline has been extended by a week from 25^th August to September 1, 2014. The notification was released by AICTE which stated, “To facilitate the aspiring candidates the online Registration for Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) -2015-16 (First Test) has been extended till 1^st September, 2014.”

The CMAT 2014 exam will be held for 5 days from September 25 to September 29, 2014. Candidate has to go through three different stages of process:

The first step is candidates have to create a new account by clicking on New User. There they have to fill all details mentioned and submit the same. Once done, candidate will be given unique 6 digit password. This password in required for future logins.

Second stage is after the Self registration is complete; candidates have to pay the application fees online by using Net banking. The application fee is Rs. 1400. Once the payment is made, candidates can proceed for further process.

The third stage is candidates can fill the remaining part and submit the application form by clicking on the SUBMIT button.

Important Dates:

Admit Card	September 12, 2014
Exam	September 25-29, 2014
Result	October 30, 2014
Print of Score Card	October 30- November 30, 2014

Source: Career 360

KMAT Test 2 Postponed to September 14th

Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) which was supposed to be held on 24^th August is now being postponed to 14^th September, 2014. This is the 2^nd part of the entrance test. The first part was held on 3^rd August. Students can apply for the test by 10^th September.

Conducted by Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association, KMAT is helps students for admissions to MBA, PGDM and MCA courses in the state of Karnataka.

Last date to submit the DD and the application form is 10th September 2014. DD should be made in favor of "KMAT 2014" and should be payable at Bangalore. Candidates who are applying for either MBA or MCA have to prepare a DD of Rs 1000. Candidates who are applying for both MCA & MBA have to prepare a DD of Rs 1000.

Source: HT Campus