2019 IIM Selection Criteria for admissions through CAT

By CL -

April 29, 2019

The Indian Institutes of Management are considered as the top B-schools of India. It is a very highly sought after B-schools by every MBA aspirants. Although the selection criteria for the IIMs are published separately, generally there are two main stages of admission process.

The first stage involves writing the CAT exam and qualifying it.
The second stage involves the shortlisting based on the CAT score, cut-offs, and further other selection processes.

Once the CAT score of the candidate qualifies as per the institute’s cut-off, they are eligible for the second stage. During the second stage, IIM admission criteria will involve the shortlisting followed by PI, WAT, and GD. However, other factors such as academic record, work experience, etc., also contribute to the final points.

CAT Score and Cut-off

The shortlisting of candidates are done based on the minimum CAT percentile as per the requirement of the institute. The official admission cut-offs are released during the selection process itself by the IIMs. Thereafter, the names of the shortlisted candidates are released post the CAT results.

Initially, the IIMs conducted the Group Discussion and Personal Interview round as the next selection process after the shortlisting. However, now, WAT has replaced the GD round in most of the IIMs. The table below contains the factors that responsible in the calculation of the final score for the IIMs:

CAT score

Bachelor’s degree

Senior Higher Secondary (12^th class)

Higher Secondary (10^th class)

Work Experience

Gender Diversity

Receiving Calls from IIMs

While a high CAT score is crucial, it doesn’t quite guarantee a call from the IIMs. There is a system of points division procedure based on which the call is sent through to the deserving candidates. Every IIM has different weightage focus. Background diversity, academic excellence, PI performance, etc., these are some of the various factors that IIMs give favored weightage. Because of this different weightage focus by different IIMs, the tables below are gathered in an attempt to help you figure out which IIM of the top three has your best chance for admission:

IIM Ahmedabad

First stage shortlist:

Preliminary Based on minimum CAT

Second stage shortlist:

Academic record is prioritized (10^th + 12^th + Graduation).
Performance in WAT and PI rounds.
Application Rating score of a candidate divided by the average of top Application Rating scores in the overall pool.

IIM Bangalore

First stage shortlist:

Minimum CAT section-wise and aggregate percentile score.

Second stage shortlist:

Academic record (10^th class + 12^th class + Graduation).
Extra points under professional courses for candidates from Charted Accountancy (CA) and Company Secretary (CS) background.
Work Experience
Overall raw score conversion to final aggregate score.
Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)

IIM Calcutta

First stage cut-off:

Minimum CAT percentile

Second stage cut-off:

CAT score
Past Academic Record (10^th class + 12^th class)
Gender Diversity
Final score based on WAT, PI, CAT score, bachelor’s degree, PG, and work experience.

For your information, the table below contains the list of 20 IIMs divided between the old IIMs, the new IIMs, and the latest IIMs-

OLD IIMs

NEW IIMs

LATEST IIMs

IIM Ahmedabad (1961)

IIM Udaipur (2011)

IIM Visakhapatnam (2015)

IIM Bangalore (1973)

IIM Ranchi (2010)

IIM Nagpur (2015)

IIM Calcutta (1961)

IIM Tiruchirappalli (2011)

IIM Amritsar (2015)

IIM Lucknow (1984)

IIM Rohtak (2009)

IIM Bodhgaya (2015)

IIM Kozhikode (1996)

IIM Raipur (2010)

IIM Sirmaur (2015)

IIM Indore (1996)

IIM Kashipur (2011)

IIM Sambalpur (2015)

IIM Shillong (A recent addition to the list of old IIMs ) (2008)

IIM Jammu (2016)

All the factors responsible in determining the list of shortlisted candidates are available individually on the IIMs’ websites. Hence, to be further clear on the selection criteria 2019, please visit the official page www.iimcat.ac.in.

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Expected Schedule for CAT 2019

By CL -

April 29, 2019

CAT (Common Admission Test) is a national level management entrance exam conducted by the IIMs. The exam tests the students for the consideration of admission to business schools across India. Every year, over 2 lakh candidates write the exam.

The exam is computer-based. It is for three hours where 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) and Non-MCQ questions are asked. The traditional CAT exam pattern consists of three sections which Quantitative Ability (QA), Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) and Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR). The same pattern is expected for CAT 2019.

CAT 2019 is expected to be held around the last week of November in two slots- morning and evening. The results are expected to be out by January, 2020, which will shortly be followed with the cut-off release and the further selection process such as WAT, GD-PI, etc.

While IIM Calcutta conducted CAT 2018, IIM Kozhikode is expected to conduct it for the year 2019. However, the conducting IIM only takes care of the exam process. The rest of the admission process must be applied separately to different management institute.

CAT scores are used by the IIMs and other business schools to shortlist their candidates. Along with CAT performance, other factors like past academic records and work experience are taken into account.

The table below contains the expected schedule for CAT 2019:

Event Timeline

Expected Dates

Official CAT 2019 Notification Release

2019, July 4^th week

Registration Opens

2019, August 1^st week

Registration Closes

2019, September 3^rd week

Form Correction Opens

2019, September 4^th week

Form Correction Closes

2019, September 4^th week

Release of Admit Card

2019, October 3^rd week

CAT Exam 2019

2019, November 4^th week

CAT Result 2019

2019, January 1^st week

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Difference between IIMs’ offered programs

By CL -

April 29, 2019

IIMs offer various programs for post graduate students. The programs differ in the duration, specialization and work experience, etc. There are further program divisions such as courses exclusively for working professionals, doctoral program, and more.

Read further to understand the difference between the offered programs at the IIMs:

PGP (Post Graduate Program in Management)

PGP (Post Graduate Program in Management) is the chief program of the entire IIM family. It is among the highly placed programmes in the world. The program is a two year, full time, residential program. The entire course is covered over 6 trimesters with an in-between intermediary of summer project. Designed to help the students become professional managers, it imparts the right conceptual fundamentals and skills to manage businesses with excellence. On completing the course, students are awarded with Post Graduate Diploma in Management.

1^st year: Core Management discipline courses
2^nd year: Choice of Elective courses

PGP- FABM (Food and Agribusiness Management)

Initially known as the PGP- ABM program, the new name of the course is now PGP- FABM. It is a full-time residential course designed to groom the future agribusiness leaders and entrepreneurs with confidence, competence, and skills.

The 1^st year focuses on the core management discipline courses, while the 2^nd year course consists of agro-based subjects.

PGPEM (Post Graduate Program in Enterprise Management)

A two year weekend program by IIM Bangalore, Post Graduate Program in Enterprise Management (PGPEM) is for working executives with a minimum work experience of four years after graduation. The program is intended to further polish the existing management skills of the working executives so they are able to manage bigger responsibilities.

The 1^st year consists of core management courses.
The 2^nd year consists of choice of elective courses.

PGPPM (PGP in Public Policy and Management)

Post Graduate Program in Public Policy and Management is a 1 year post graduate program by IIM Bangalore. Introduced in 2002, the program is set on sharpening the leadership and efficiency skills of administrators and policy-makers (civil servants). A two-week international immersion programme is a mandatory requirement of PGPPM.

PGPEX (Post Graduate Program for Executives) / EPGP (Executive Post Graduate Program in Management

EPGP/ PGPEX is for working professionals with 4 and over years of work experience who aspire to further enhance their capabilities and knowledge for leadership in organizations. Depending on the IIMs, EPGP is either a 1 year or 2 year course. Both core management courses and electives are offered. Some of the electives offered among many are:

Finance
Marketing
Economics
Data Analytics
Operation & Strategy

PGPSM (Post Graduate Program in Sustainable Management)

Post Graduate in Sustainable Management is a full time, two year residential program by IIM Lucknow. The course subjects around ways to train the future management professionals with integrated perspective on different societal issues. The PGP-SM also provides other specialized courses on lifecycle management, social entrepreneurship, externalities, stakeholder management, public policy, and system thinking.

A professional work experience of at least 2 years is required to be eligible for this course.

PGDHRM (Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management)

PGDM (HRM) is a two-year full time programme in Human Resource Management. The key areas in this course involve Human Resource Planning, Human Resource Information Systems, Selection, Performance Management, Training and Development, etc. PGDM (HRM) aims to equip the students with skills and education required for HR management.

PGPBM (Post Graduate Program in Business Management)

PGPBM (PGP in Business Management) by IIM Tiruchirappalli was launched with the aim of grooming the working executives who will someday step into senior leadership roles. PGPBM is dedicated to bringing out capable professional managers who will achieve excellence in any sector.

FPM (Fellow Program in Management)

Fellow Program in Management (FPM) is a full time doctoral level program. The spread of the course varies from 2-5 years depending on the IIMs. FPM program environments a strong and vibrant academic scenario. It produces brilliant academicians, management thinkers, and researchers.

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IIM Seats 2019

By CL -

April 29, 2019

Over the years, the number of seats in the IIMs has increased, and it is expected to only keep increasing. The bubbling competition amongst the CAT candidates to secure a seat into one of these prestigious institutes has led to the opening of further seats and IIMs. The most crucial step towards securing a seat in the IIMs is to score a high CAT percentile. Although there are other factors like academic record, work experience, interview etc., involved, holding a high CAT score gives one a pretty good leverage.

Find below the analysis of the IIMs’ total number of seats available for the programs offered. The data is based on the previous year’s figures, and may vary in the exact number of seats at present. Visit the official website iimcat.ac.in for latest CAT updates.

Total Number of Seats at the IIMs

IIM Names	Number of Seats
IIM Ahmedabad	385
IIM Bangalore	412
IIM Calcutta	462
IIM Lucknow	436
IIM Kozhikode	353
IIM Indore	550
IIM Ranchi	155
IIM Sambalpur	140
IIM Sirmaur	60
IIM Jammu	45
IIM Udaipur	180
IIM Amritsar	60
IIM Bodh Gaya	60
IIM Kashipur	210
IIM Raipur	210
IIM Rohtak	180
RGIIM Shillong	120
IIM Tiruchirappalli	180
IIM Nagpur	60
IIM Visakhapatnam	60

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IIM programs 2019

By CL -

April 29, 2019

Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are a group of 20 autonomous business schools. Every year, they hold a national level entrance exam called CAT (Common Admission Test) on a rotational basis. The last CAT exam was held on November 25^th, 2018 BY IIM Calcutta. For the year 2019, the exam is expected to be held on 24^th November, 2019, by IIM Kozhikode.

IIMs offer a variety of post-graduate programs to their students. These are prestigious schools, and lakhs and lakhs of candidates write CAT for admissions into these offered programs every year. Post Graduate Programme, Doctoral and Executive education programs, Fellowship Program in Management (PhD equivalent) are some examples of it. Graduating from the IIMs is the dream of every MBA aspirants. It isn’t just a glorification of a perfect resume, but also a stepping stone into the world of bright careers.

In an attempt to provide the insight into various management programmes offered by the IIMs, the table below contains the list of 20 IIMs, courses offered, and official websites:

IIM Ahmedabad	PGP	FPM	PGP- FABM	PGPX	https://www.iima.ac.in/web/iima
IIM Bangalore	PGP	FPM	PGPEM	PGPPM	https://www.iimb.ac.in/
IIM Calcutta	PGP	FPM	PGDM		https://www.iimcal.ac.in/
IIM Jammu	PGP				http://www.iimj.ac.in/
IIM Kozhikode	PGP	FPM			http://www.iimk.ac.in/
IIM Nagpur	PGP				https://www.iimnagpur.ac.in/
IIM Ranchi	PGDM	FPM	PGDHRM		https://www.iimranchi.ac.in/
IIM Sambalpur	PGP				http://www.iimsambalpur.ac.in/
IIM Sirmaur	PGP				http://www.iimsirmaur.ac.in/
IIM Udaipur	PGP	FPM			https://www.iimu.ac.in/
IIM Amritsar	PGP				http://www.iimamritsar.ac.in/
IIM Bodh Gaya	PGP				http://www.iimbg.ac.in/
IIM Indore	PGP	FPM	EPGP	HRM	https://www.iimidr.ac.in/
IIM Kashipur	PGP	FPM	EPGP	EFPM	http://www.iimkashipur.ac.in/
IIM Lucknow	PGP	FPM	PGP-ABM	PGP-SM	http://www.iiml.ac.in/
IIM Raipur	PGP	FPM	PGPWE	EFPM	http://www.iimraipur.ac.in/
IIM Rohtak	PGP				http://www.iimrohtak.ac.in/
RGIIM Shillong	PGP	FPM	PGPEX		https://www.iimshillong.ac.in/
IIM Tiruchirappalli	PGP	FPM	PGPBM		https://www.iimtrichy.ac.in/
IIM Visakhapatnam	PGP				http://www.iimv.ac.in/

FPM: Fellowship Program in Management
PGP: Post Graduate Program/ PGDM: Post Graduate Diploma in Management / PGP-ABM
PGP-FABM: Post Graduate in Food and Agri-business Management
PGPX: Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives / EPGP: Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management
PGPEM: Post Graduate Programme in Enterprise Management
PGPPM: Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy & Management
PGDHRM: Post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/ HRM: Human Resource Management
EFPM: Executive Fellow Programme in Management
PGP- SM: Post Graduate Programme – Sustainability Management
PGPWE: Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executive
PGPM: Post Graduation Programme in Business Management

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7 mistakes CAT takers should avoid

By CL -

April 29, 2019

Perseverance is the key to achieving dreams. There are many things in life that we wish to obtain. Sometimes we win, sometimes we lose, and sometimes we fail because of our mistakes.

It is very crucial to have discipline, hard-work, and dedication for an MBA aspirant. However, blindly preparing with sleepless nights is not wise. The important thing to remember is that studying/preparing the right way or rather the smart way is most likely to break barriers.

CAT (Common Admission Test) is designed in such a way that hard-work alone cannot guarantee success. Given its vast syllabus and extensive topics, it sometimes seems almost impossible to be fully prepared. And this is why hard-work with smart and selective studying is the best approach for the CAT takers.

7 mistakes 2019 CAT takers should avoid:

Lack of Conceptual Clarity

Hard-work is a gift of its own, that’s the beautiful thing about working hard. But things fall down-hill due to doubts. In order to master something, one must first be crystal about it. And, this is very true for CAT exam as well.

Without conceptual clarity, you might as well not start the preparation at all. The reason why this is very important is because doubt clearance leads to a full grasp of the topics. This in turn saves time, leading to a wealthier harvest of preparation.

Skipping Revisions

CAT preparation is destined to fail without revisions. Constant revision is the source of life in the CAT world. Revise regularly the concepts, formulas, etc. Do not leave out any covered topics and continue to keep practicing and revising.

Shipwrecked on one section

Getting stuck in questions or sections that you can not understand is a grave mistake. There will always be certain parts that will seem confusing or hard to grasp. Because each section in the exam has time duration of 60 minutes, avoid being stagnant on a topic that seems unfamiliar. If not, time will run out, and it may result in incomplete submission.

Last minute preparation of new topics

The rush to want to cover new topics, especially due to the last-minute nerves happens involuntary. But because last minute preparation mostly leads to contradictory confusion, CAT takers must absolutely avoid it. As mentioned above, the golden key is, ‘revision’, not learning new concepts in the very last minute

Lack of consistent study routine

Anything is done better with a rhythmic flow. While preparing for CAT exam, one of the most common mistakes is not maintaining a time table. A consistent study routine will not only set discipline but help keep learning in check.

Keep track of your progress by religiously following a time table which is practical. Impractical goals eventually backfire, hence, maintain one that allows you to motivate yourself and to keep pushing.

Avoiding mock analysis

Analyzing mock performance is a very critical habit to practice. Through this, you will get an analysis of how the actual test will turn out. Thoroughly analyze the online/offline mock performance you take to get an insight to which areas you are most likely to excel, and the areas you need to work harder. This strategy helps in keeping track of the accuracy level and helps in avoiding unnecessary blunders on the exam day.

Self-doubt and Cynicism

Although this seems a little more personal and less academic, the power of believing in oneself can command oceans and move mountains. CAT preparation is a long race. It needs perseverance and patience. Given the vast syllabus and the need for constant practice, it can be exhausting. The sentiments for giving up or feeling defeated will definitely come knocking. But this is one major slip you should fight. Keep fighting against it throughout the preparation stage and always believe in yourself.

Wishing you the best of love and luck for CAT 2019!

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अशांत घाटी

By Akshat Diwedi -

April 27, 2019

पुलवामा की घटना, जहां एक कार बम ने 14 फरवरी को अर्धसैनिक बलों के एक काफिले पर हमला किया, जिसमें 40 सीआरपीएफ जवान शहीद हो गए। पिछले 30 वर्षों में इस तरह की सबसे भयानक घटना होने के नाते, यह केवल भारत की भूमि पर हमला नहीं है, बल्कि वाहन विस्फोट के माध्यम से आत्मघाती विस्फोट की तालिबानी रणनीति की वापसी का यह रूप सरकार के लिए एक सीधी चुनौती भी है।सरकारी अधिकारियों के अनुसार, पाकिस्तान के जैश-ए-मोहम्मद (जैम) ने इस हमले की जिम्मेदारी ली है।भारत के विदेश मंत्रालय ने एक बयान जारी करते हुए कहा कि, इसके नेता, मसूद अजहर, “… को भारत में और अन्य जगहों पर हमले करने के लिए…..पाकिस्तान सरकार द्वारा पूर्ण स्वतंत्रता दी गई है”।मसूद का आतंकवाद में शामिल होने का इतिहास बहुत पुराना रहा है। 1999 में, अपहृत इंडियन एयरलाइंस की उड़ान में बंधक नागरिकों को छुड़ाने के बदले उसे भारतीय जेल से रिहा कर दिया गया।आत्मघाती हमलावर की पहचान पुलवामा के गुंडीबाग गांव के निवासी आदिल अहमद डार के रूप में की गई; जोकि एमएस धोनी और भारतीय क्रिकेट टीम का बड़ा प्रशंसक था। हालांकि भारत में शुरुआती प्रतिक्रियाओं में मृतकों के लिए दुःख एवं पाकिस्तान के प्रति गुस्से पर ध्यान केंद्रित किया गया, लेकिन कुछ व्यक्तियों ने खुफिया विभागों की खामियों और साथ ही नीतिगत विकल्पों की ओर इशारा किया है, जो कश्मीर की अंतर्निहित समस्याओं को दूर करने में विफल रहे हैं।

भारत की चिंता
पुलवामा हमले ने भारत के सुरक्षा कर्मियों, खुफिया एजेंसी और आंतरिक सुरक्षा के लिए एक नई चुनौती पैदा कर दी है, क्योंकि इन हमलों में इस्तेमाल की गयी रणनीति, तालिबान द्वारा अफ़ग़ानिस्तान में इस्तेमाल की गयी रणनीति समान है।इस प्रकरण को दो दृष्टिकोणों से देखने की जरूरत है: पहला, घरेलू आतंक से आंतरिक खतरा, और दूसरा, क्षेत्रीय ताकतों द्वारा बाह्य खतरा।कश्मीरी स्थानीय लोगों से आंतरिक खतरा सरकार की अपनी नीतियों के कार्यान्वयन के संबंध में स्वयं सरकार के व्यवहार पर निर्भर है। केंद्र सरकार ने शिक्षा (जैसे, आईआईटी-जेईई पाठ्यक्रम), नए रोजगार के अवसर (कौशल विकास योजना, आदि) के माध्यम से क्षेत्र के युवाओं को सशक्त बनाने की दिशा में कई उपाय किए हैं।लेकिन परिणाम बहुत सकारात्मक नहीं हैं। होनहार युवाओं से लेकर स्कूल छोड़ने वाले और टेक्नोक्रेट – स्थानीय लोग आतंकवादी संगठनों में शामिल हो रहे हैं। प्रश्न है: क्यों शामिल हो रहे हैं? हमें कश्मीर में इस प्रवृत्ति को समझने के लिए एक व्यवहारिक दृष्टिकोण का उपयोग करना चाहिए। सतही स्तर पर, समस्या कश्मीर की स्वतंत्रता के लिए एक आंदोलन प्रतीत होती है। लेकिन एक अधिक गहन विश्लेषण से यह पता चलता है कि यह एक वैचारिक युद्ध भी है।
‘कश्मीरी युवाओं के दिमाग’ में उग्रवाद को कम करने के लिए सरकार को एक परिवर्तनात्मक दृष्टिकोण अपनाने की आवश्यकता है। केंद्र और राज्य सरकारें इस्लामिक बुद्धिजीवियों को नीति निर्माण में शामिल करने और वहाबी के खिलाफ सूफी विचारधारा को बढ़ावा देने की कोशिश कर सकती थीं। कश्मीर में अशांति के लिए अन्य पहलू भी जिम्मेदार हैं। कट्टरपंथ के मामले में बेरोजगार युवा अत्यधिक असुरक्षित हैं। राजनीतिक दल अपने फायदे के लिए कश्मीरियों को खुश करते हैं। सरकार (राज्यपाल शासन) में अस्थिरता, लोगों के लोकतांत्रिक अधिकार को कम करती है, जिससे संवैधानिक दृष्टिकोण में विश्वास की हानि होती है।
दूसरी ओर, बाह्य खतरा भारत के पिछड़े हिस्से में हुए विकास से जुड़ा हुआ है। जब आतंकवाद का समर्थन करने की बात आती है, तब पाकिस्तान इस क्षेत्र का मुख्य खिलाड़ी है। बाधा पैदा करने के लिए कश्मीर में उग्रवाद को प्रायोजित करना अपेक्षाकृत सस्ता और प्रभावी तरीका माना जाता है, साथ ही साथ देश के कमजोर दक्षिणी दिशा में अस्थिरता को भी कायम रखता है। कश्मीरी स्थानीय घुसपैठियों के लिए पाकिस्तान की ’सहायता’ प्रशिक्षण और रसद, वित्तीय और सैद्धांतिक समर्थन के दायरे में शामिल हैं। इन सब को व्यवस्थित करने की जिम्मेदारी आईएसआई की संचालन शाखा की होती है, जो कि दो उप-प्रभागों के माध्यम से संचालित किया जाता है: ज्वाइंट इंटेलीजेंस मिसलैनीअस (जेआईएम) और ज्वाइंट इंटेलीजेंस नॉर्थ (जेआईएन) सैन्य समर्थन के अलावा, कश्मीरी विद्रोहियों के वित्तपोषण में पाकिस्तान भी महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाता रहा है। भारत के अनुसंधान और विश्लेषण विंग (रॉ) के अनुसार, मुख्य आतंकवादी संगठनों पर आईएसआई का वार्षिक खर्च लगभग 250 मिलियन डॉलर है। ये वित्तपोषण विद्रोहियों के लिए वेतन (लगभग 10,000 रुपये प्रति माह), उनके परिवारों को सहायता, उच्च जोखिम वाले कार्यों के संचालन के लिए प्रोत्साहन और सूचना देने वालों को शामिल करते हैं। दूसरा पहलू अफगानिस्तान से अमेरिका की वापसी की घोषणा के साथ जुड़ा हुआ है। अफगानिस्तान का अधिकांश हिस्सा तालिबान के नियंत्रण में है; और भारत सरकार अफ़ग़ान सरकार और लोकतंत्र के आधुनिक लोकतांत्रिक तरीकों का साथ समर्थन करती है। पाकिस्तान अफगान-तालिबान की मदद से कश्मीर को अस्थिर करने के लिए इस स्थिति का फायदा उठाना चाहता है। पुलवामा हमला इस साझेदारी का संकेत है। भारत सरकार को इस क्षेत्र में आतंकवादी गतिविधियों को रोकने के लिए नए प्रयासों के बारे में सोचना चाहिए; और आतंकवादी संगठनों को नियंत्रित करने के लिए ईरान, रूस, चीन आदि जैसे विभिन्न सहयोगियों को शामिल करने का प्रयास करना चाहिए।
समाधान की ओर भारत और पाकिस्तान द्वारा एक दूसरे पर गोलीबारी बंद करने के समाधान के लिए एक समझौता तैयार कर मुख्य बिंदुओं पर ध्यान केंद्रित करना चाहिए; और कश्मीर में शांति स्थापित करना चाहिए। सबसे पहले, वहां की चुनी गयी सरकार, सेना, खुफिया, अलगाववादी और सभ्य समाज के विभिन्न सहयोगियों के साथ दोनों पक्षों को समयबद्ध सहयोग करने की आवश्यकता है; और घाटी में कश्मीरी पंडितों के पुनर्वास पर ध्यान देना चाहिए। दूसरा, भारत को सशस्त्र बल (विशेष शक्तियां) अधिनियम को निरस्त करके कश्मीर में मानवीय चिंताओं को दूर करने की आवश्यकता है; और इसे एक ऐसे वातावरण में परिवर्तित करने की आवश्यकता है जो निर्दोष कश्मीरियों के मानवाधिकारों को पहचानता हो और उनकी रक्षा करता हो। तीसरा, एक मजबूत कानून-व्यवस्था संरचना और उसके संचालन की आवश्यकता है। कश्मीर में व्यक्तिगत और धार्मिक स्वतंत्रता की रक्षा की जानी चाहिए। चौथा, कश्मीरी युवाओं के लिए रोजगार की दिशा में निवेश किया जाना चाहिए।

इसे एक बार फिर से पृथ्वी का स्वर्ग बनाने के लिए भारत और पाकिस्तान को साथ आकर कश्मीर के उद्योग, कृषि और पर्यटन में निवेश करने की योजना बनाने की जरूरत है। पाँचवा, भारत, पाकिस्तान और कश्मीरी नेताओं तथा अलगाववादियों के बीच एक समझौते के संदर्भ में संयुक्त राष्ट्र की भूमिका को परिभाषित किया जाना चाहिए। भारत और पाकिस्तान को संयुक्त राष्ट्र की मदद से अंतर्राष्ट्रीय सीमा का सीमांकन भी करना चाहिए।
आखिरकार, मानव ही है जो पृथ्वी को स्वर्ग बनाते हैं। इसलिए, कश्मीरियों की शांति और समृद्धि की आकाँक्षाओं का सम्मान किया जाना चाहिए।

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Registration Begins!

By Team CL -

April 25, 2019

The registration window of JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals is now open. Interested students can register here. It is important to note that the registration is not open for Indian candidates. They will be able to register on the basis of their eligibility only after the results of JEE Main are announced. The registration window for them will open on 3rd May. The online registration for JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals, as well as Indian candidates, will close on 9th May at 5 pm. Students who finish registration have an extra day to complete the payment process ie 10th May.

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Who are Foreign Nationals?

As per the official communication by the conducting authority-

Students who are NOT citizens of India (by birth or naturalized), do not belong to OCI/PIO category, and whose parents are not citizens of India and do not come under OCI/PIO category at the time of registering for JEE (Advanced) 2019 are treated as Foreign Nationals. Seats allotted to foreign nationals are supernumerary with a cap of 10% of the total number of seats in every course.
Foreign Nationals are outside the ambit of reservation of seats under the GEN-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST and PWD (Persons with Disability) categories as mandated by Govt. of India.
Foreign Nationals are not required to write JEE Main 2019 in order to be eligible for JEE Advanced 2019. They can register for JEE Advanced 2019 directly.
The ID proof of the student and both parents is required in the form of citizenship certificate/passport.

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Eligibility

Each candidate is eligible to write JEE Advanced 2019, only upon fulfilment of each of the following criteria-

Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 1994. In case a minimum stint in the army for a certain period is mandatory before or after Class 12 (or equivalent) exam, then the candidate will be given a relaxation of the required number of years. Such candidates are required to upload a certificate/testimonial issued by a competent authority to this effect at the time of registration.
A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in consecutive years.
A candidate should have appeared for the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2018 or 2019.
However, if the results for the academic year 2016-17 are declared after June 2017, then the candidates of that board who appeared for their class 12 exam in 2017 are also eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2019, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria. In case, the examination board of Class 12 (or equivalent) declared the results for the academic year 2016-17 before June 2017 but the result of a particular candidate was withheld, then the candidate will not be eligible to appear in JEE Advanced 2019.

Apart from these criteria, every candidate must also fulfil one of the following two criteria in order to gain admission to the IIT’s-

An aggregate of 75% in the Class 12 (or equivalent) board examination.
A top 20 percentile of successful candidates in their respective Class 12 (or equivalent) board examination.

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Registration Fees

Examination Centers in India
Candidates from SAARC Countries	USD 75
Candidates from Non-SAARC Countries	USD 150

Examination Centers in Foreign Countries
Candidates from SAARC Countries	USD 75
Candidates from Non-SAARC Countries	USD 150

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Documents for Registration

Birth Certificate/Age Proof
Class 12 Marks Sheet
ID Proof
Citizenship Certificate/Passport of both parents
Testimonial (if required)

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: List of Foreign Centers

List of Examination Centers in Foreign Countries
City	Country
Addis Ababa	Ethiopia
Colombo	Sri Lanka
Dhaka	Bangladesh
Dubai	UAE
Kathmandu	Nepal
Singapore	Singapore

In order to know more, you can check the official communication on the JEE website, here.

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Taiwan Tourism: Top 10 Places to visit in Taiwan

By CL -

April 25, 2019

Blessed with beautiful landscapes and mind blowing heritage sites, the island nation of Taiwan is nothing less than God’s own paradise. Visitors are often spoiled for choice because of the unending list of places to visit in Taiwan. Every tourist attraction is so incredibly breathtaking that you just cannot afford to drop a single place in your itinerary.

Here is a compilation of the top 10 places you should definitely visit on your stay in Taiwan.

NATIONAL PALACE MUSEUM

Museum in Taipei.

Home to one of the largest collections of nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese imperial artifacts and art works, the National Palace Museum presents a glaring insight into China’s imperial past. About 8,000 years of Chinese Art history from the Neolithic age to the Modern era is part of this mind-blowing collection. Most items on display are high quality art works and artifacts collected by Chinese Emperors. So if you are a lover of history and all things art, the National Palace Museum is the one place that you just shouldn’t miss.

TAROKO GORGE

National Park in Xiulin Township.

Taroko, means “magnificent and splendid” in the language of Truku, the aboriginal tribe that resides in the area. Owing to its name, the Taroko Gorge serves as an abode to the most splendid natural wonders in Taiwan. It is a 19 km-long canyon situated near Taiwan’s east coast. It is also identified as the Taroko Gorge National Park. A phenomenal aspect of this national park is the mind-blowing topography of this place. In a single afternoon you can travel from rugged coastal cliffs through a maze of subtropical forested canyons to high elevation sub-alpine coniferous forests. On your visit to this national park, visit the trail to the Eternal Spring Shrine. It features a stunning waterfall and is bound to make your day.

TAIPEI 101

Skyscraper in Taipei.

Formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, the TAIPEI 101 is a major tourist attraction in Xinyi District, Taipei. Once classified as the World’s tallest building in 2004, the skyscraper was dethroned in 2010 by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. It may no longer be the tallest building in the world, but it continues to be one of Taiwan’s most impressive buildings. The 728-ton mass damper that allows the building to survive the island’s many earthquakes is an exquisite piece of engineering.

If you are in Taipei, TAIPEI 101 is the one place that you just cannot miss.

ALISHAN SCENIC MOUNTAIN AREA

A mountain area in Chiayi country, Taiwan.

The Alishan Scenic Mountain Area is a mountain resort and nature reserve. It is a popular tourist destination for both locals and outsiders who flock to this incredibly breathtaking place in large numbers. From its picturesque sunrise and sunsets to its peaceful hiking trails and scared trees, to its production of internationally famous Taiwanese tea, this place has a lot to offer. Of interest to us is the Japanese-built train on the Alishan Forest Railway which is a major tourist attraction. The railway was constructed in 1912 by the Japanese Colonial Government and can be fittingly described as a colonial gem. It goes all the way to the top of the mountain where there are plenty of easy hiking trails: an excellent breeding ground for nature photography. Visit this place to cherish nature and to capture it in its pristine beauty.

SUN MOON LAKE

A lake in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan.

Sun Moon Lake is the largest water body in Taiwan and an ideal destination for short trips. The lake is buzzing with hotels and yachts taking tourists from one side of the lake to another. The beauty of this place continues to seduce people from around the world who come to bask in the glory of its scenic splendor. The extremely adorable cable cars that takes you to the Formosa Aboriginal Culture Village is a must visit. This is where you are transported into the arms of utopia. Other things to do in Sun Moon Lake is to check out the parks, beautiful forests, and exhibits of old weapons and handicrafts.

DRAGON AND TIGER PAGODAS

Buddhist Temple in Kaohsiung city, Taiwan.

The Dragon and Tiger Pagodas is a temple located at Lotus Lake in the heart of Kaohsiung city. A pagoda is a Hindu or Buddhist temple which is typically in the form of a multi-tiered tower. The temple was built in 1976 and is representative of traditional Kaohsiung culture. It is an important monument of cultural and historic splendor. One of the towers is the Tiger Tower and the other is the Dragon tower. Overlooking the towers are the Spring and Autumn Pavilions, Tortoise mountains, Pei Chi Pavilion, and a surrounding lake, which gives visitors a scenic experience to revel in.

RAINBOW VILLAGE

Street Art in Taichung City, Taiwan.

The Rainbow Village is a village in Nantun District, Taichung which is dressed entirely in street art. This colorful neighborhood was the brainchild of a local man called Huang Yung-Fu: a former soldier who began painting houses in his settlement to save them from demolition. Over the years, his colorful artwork which includes birds, animals and people, has spread over the remaining houses in the village. If you are an art lover who wants to see and breathe art in every possible corner you turn to, the Rainbow village is just the place in Taiwan that you just shouldn’t miss.

SHILIN NIGHT MARKET

Night Market in Taipei.

If you are in Taiwan, you should visit at least one of the bustling night markets!! The Shilin Night Market is one such market that you should visit. It is popular and extremely accessible. Its close proximity to the National Palace Museum makes it the perfect destination for people who want to eat after their museum tour. The night market is famous for its authentic Taiwanese snacks. For instance, the small sausage in large sausage, hot pot, oyster omelets, and fresh squid are bound to send you to a food coma!

CHIMEI MUSEUM

Museum in Tainan.

The Chimei Museum is a private museum which was established by Shi Wen-Long of the Chimei Corporation in 1992. It has a large collection of Western art, musical instruments, and weapons. The design of this museum is heavily influenced by European architecture. The museum holds the largest violin collection. This collection alone is a major crowd puller, tantalizing people to come marvel at this exquisite collection of the finest violins from around the world.

CHIANG KAI-SHEK MEMORIAL HALL

Chiang Kai Shek’s Memorial in Taipei.

The National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a popular tourist destination in Taipei. The Museum was built in memory of Chiang Kai-shek: the first president of the Republic of China (Taiwan). The main feature of this hall is the large statue of Chiang Kai-shek which is flanked by an honor guard. It is definitely the one historic place in Taiwan that you just shouldn’t miss!

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232434	195000	2016
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CAT Score and Cut-off

Receiving Calls from IIMs

IIM Ahmedabad

IIM Bangalore

IIM Calcutta

4. Difference between IIMs’ offered programs

4. Difference between IIMs’ offered programs

PGP (Post Graduate Program in Management)

PGP- FABM (Food and Agribusiness Management)

PGPEM (Post Graduate Program in Enterprise Management)

PGPPM (PGP in Public Policy and Management)

PGPEX (Post Graduate Program for Executives) / EPGP (Executive Post Graduate Program in Management

PGPSM (Post Graduate Program in Sustainable Management)

PGDHRM (Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management)

PGPBM (Post Graduate Program in Business Management)

FPM (Fellow Program in Management)

5. 2019 IIM Selection Criteria for admissions through CAT

Total Number of Seats at the IIMs

4. Difference between IIMs’ offered programs

1. CAT Registration Trend: 2008-2018

2. 7 mistakes CAT takers should avoid

7 mistakes 2019 CAT takers should avoid:

Lack of Conceptual Clarity

Skipping Revisions

Shipwrecked on one section

Last minute preparation of new topics

Lack of consistent study routine

Avoiding mock analysis

Self-doubt and Cynicism

4. 2019 IIM Selection Criteria for admissions through CAT

1. IIM programs (list of management courses offered by the IIMs)

2. 7 mistakes CAT takers should avoid

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Who are Foreign Nationals?

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Eligibility

JEE Advanced for Foreign Nationals: Registration Fees