EXAM PREPARATION/PRECAUTION: FACTS, TIPS & TECHNIQUES

EXAMINATION :
It is a parameter to measure knowledge, understanding, skill, progress,
ability, maturity and development of capacity.
It is a process of selection/qualifying barrier as per prescribed norm.
It implies a challenge so that success awaiting as a hurdle will welcome us.
Every day is an examination day in our life due to Stimulus-Response
Situation.
As exam is a process of overcoming barriers, it produces fear, tension and
nervousness in a person. As such, it is to be faced with confidence and
courage.
TYPES/KINDS OF EXAM I.R.O ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES/ CURRICULUM:
WRITTEN EXAM: This is the most common & universal form of exam
which is based on a prescribed syllabus and conducted with question
papers. The examinees have to answer the questions within time
according to the given instructions.
PRACTICAL EXAM: In this method the examinee has to finish practical
work within time on the given topic, generally laboratory work. Sometimes
the field work is also given.
ORAL EXAM/ VERBAL EXAM/ VIVA-VOCE/ INTERVIEW: Orally/Verbally
questions are asked by the jury (panel of assessors) and the examinee is
supposed to answer them in the same manner. Generally questions are
based on subject related material, research work carried out or field visit
conducted.
TYPES OF QUESTIONS: As per the need, the assessor chooses different
kind of questions to evaluate the subjective knowledge & ability of the
students. In written exam, the following types of questions are generally
used.
OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS: These types of questions are most popular
these days & extensively used in competitive exams. In these types of
questions many (multiple) options are given and the examinee has to select
the most appropriate option. Generally in competitive exams the OMR
(Optical Mark Reader) pattern is used as it is highly convenient and free
from subjectivity/bias.
OMR PATTERN: In this pattern the students are given a question
paper with many options and an OMR sheet/answer sheet. Examinees
have to fill up blank round or square space against correct answer
with blue or black ink (gel pens are not allowed) carefully as the
answer sheet is evaluated through a computer device.
VERY SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS (VSA): The expected answer is
very short, in a few words (10-15) or hardly a sentence or two.
SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS (SA): The expected answer is brief
around 4-5 sentences and normally within 20-30 words.
LONG ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS (LA): These types of questions include a
description, analysis, comparison and the expected answer starts with
introduction and ends with conclusion. Thus the answer is written in detail.
Word limit may vary in between 100-150 depending upon the level of exam
(+2 or PG).

 PRECAUTION/ PREPARATION/ TIPS FOR EXAM: This includes three stages

which are given below:
BEFORE THE EXAM: Keep following things in mind:
Well & clear knowledge about the date, place and centre
Proper knowledge of starting, closing and total time
Collection of admit card and other necessary documents/things
Knowledge of course, subject and paper with proper planning so as to
make the exam easier and effective.
Entering the exam hall in a tension free mind and toilet properly to
utilize the allotted time during examination
DURING THE EXAM: Keep following things in mind:
Read all the instructions written in the answer book carefully.
Listen carefully & follow the instructions given by the invigilator.
Assure receipt of correct answer book/question paper.
Fill up all the entries of answer book or any other information asked
(verification of form & attendance sheet) very carefully.
Remember the golden sayings: Well begun is half done. & All is well that
ends well.
Be aware of any type of cheating, copying, moving and talking to
others.
Never use unnecessary mark or symbol of religion, caste, community,
class etc. anywhere in the answer book.
Never write unnecessary things like prayers, requests, argument,
abuse etc. in the answer book.
Mention all the information asked like roll no., centre code, subject code
or name/signature, date/day etc. on the front/cover page of the answer
book.
Before writing, leave proper margin on the left side, i.e., 1 and 1/4 inch of
the answer sheet with the help of a scale/ruler or by temporary fold on the
answer book.
Writing must always be crystal clear, neat & clean.
Writing must be done on both sides of the answer book.
Never try to leave unnecessary space or pages to increase additionals.
Long answer type questions must be written in a logical sequence.
Use headings, sub-titles, paragraphs wherever necessary.
Try to highlight headings, sub-titles, important points.
Always write/answer to the point and with the points (according to the
demand of the subject matter of the question), cover all the information
asked; avoid unnecessary details.
Never ramble on to fill up space; avoid repetition of answer.
Do not overwrite or cut and cross the answers frequently.
Always mention the correct serial number of question instead of writing the
question.
Always write answer of all parts of a single question in one place.
Use tables, charts, diagrams and other figures wherever required & useful.
Rough work must be done in the allotted space or on the last page of the
answer book.
Keep minimum 10 minutes time at hand for revision.
Never leave exam hall in restricted period; leave only with the permission of
the invigilator.

 Dont stay outside or in toilet beyond the time given.

Behave well with the invigilator, flying squad and others.
Dont keep unwanted/restricted materials like any book or written material,
text paper, calculator, writing on any part of body or on clothes, use of cell
phone, pager and all means of communication, gadgets or unauthorized
answer books during the exam.
Remain calm & composed before & during the exam.
Dont panic even if you dont know the answer. Try to answer those questions
you know the answers of.
BEFORE LEAVING THE EXAM HALL: Check following things:
All the entries of the answer book are filled up or not.
The exact serial number of questions is provided or not.
Extra answers are crossed/ Rough Work properly mentioned.
All the additionals/ supplementary sheets have been tied in sequence
with the main answer book and total no. of additionals has been
mentioned on the cover page of main answer book.
Handing over the answer book politely to the invigilator.
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