prepration for ipcc

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27 August 2010 hello sir,
I am a student of ipcc(eligible for may 2011) attempt.I am going to appear in 1st group only.Kindly suggest me the strategy to be followed.Also suggest me how important the sections of law are regarding the examination point of view.
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CA Uday Kiran

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27 August 2010 I would address the issue of quoting section numbers in the exams. It is not at all compulsory to quote section numbers in the exams. The examiners is concerned only whether you have written the provisions correct or not. But at the same time when you quote section numbers it gives an entire different dimension to your answer and impresses the examiner. As such you need not give special attention to remember the section numbers, You should make it a point in your preparation strategy to quote always the section numbers and always read along with section numbers. This helps you to remember the sec numbers by the time you finish your preparations.

For preparation strategy follow these general points:

1. First cover all topics of the syllabus.
2. At the time of first revision mark all inportant topics. And in subsequent revisions concentrate more on the important topics.
3. For all practical subjects practice is the key. the more you practice the more confident you'll be able to face the exams.
4. Atleast a month before the exams attempt 2-3 mock exams [not just solving question papers, have to solve in examination conditions]. there are 2 advantages with these mocks, one youll know your level of preparation, strengths and weakness, can rectify them. two you can manage the examination anxiety very well.

All the best

Ankur Garg

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27 August 2010 Agree with expert uday.

If you mention the section in exam ---well and good.

General Points for Exam Preparation

I’d like to share some of the very basic suggestions connected with Exam preparation. As suggested by the title of this rite-up these suggestions are very general in nature and very easy to implement and you may use them for any kind of exam preparation.

I truly believe that it is really indispensable for all of us to follow the basic rules of the game to register a win. Some time we miss the general essentials or principles to succeed in search of something extra-ordinary. So we have to be careful about the same. Sincerely hope that these suggestions would be of some help in your exam preparation.

1. Figure out your mistake or reason for low marks, if any, in the previous Examination and promise yourself to avoid them in your next exam. Believe me only you can do this valuation for yourself…

2. To succeed it is of paramount importance to proceed with a goal and corresponding strategy. So first set your goal and focus accordingly on your Study and Goal. In short if your vision towards your future is not clear then this will only create problems for you. So think about it.

IMPORTANCE OF GROUP STUDY

3. It is high time for us to understand the importance of group study. But there are certain pre-conditions for a successful group study. Accordingly I’d request you to properly plan your study schedule for the day and inform the group members in advance. Finish the entire schedule within the fixed time period.

4. Kindly observe some of my general suggestions:

i.) Never waste your time as time indeed is equal to money in professional examinations.

ii.) Prepare and follow a sound study plan from the very beginning.

iii.) Never hesitate and fully discuss your study related problems with your friends or seniors.

PRESENTATION SKILLS

As per my understanding one of the reason behind recent low marking is lack of concentration in theory paper along with poor presentation and writing skills.

Kindly appreciate Exam pattern is now practical Question based and not flat Question based so presentation and writing skills becomes very important.

For improved presentation and writing skills I would suggest you to refer answer presented in ICAI suggested answers. Careful observation of ICAI suggested answers is very important and can change the entire picture. You may also refer previous exams guidelines answers issued by ICSI to figure out some extra-ordinary presentation skills.

5. Invest your time in Exam oriented discussion. There are two advantage of this activity:

i. You may discuss your problems during such discussions and resolve them quickly in the early stage.
ii. These discussions will also help you to focus on your goal.

4. In examination hall length of answer plays an important role due to time factor. Keep this factor in mind and plan your answer accordingly.

5. Mental strength is very important. So prepare yourself mentally and physically for Examination cum War.

6. Very Important Revision Tips: What you prepare on Monday try and recall it on Tuesday without using books. If you are able to recall 60%-70%, then you are 100% going to succeed in this examination. Again try to recall the same after the gap of 2-3 days.

7. Use abbreviation method. If you have 10 points to remember in a question give them a certain abbreviation and remember that abbreviation. This technique is really very helpful. Just try it.

8. Stay away from Time wasting and unproductive habits. At least during exam times.

9. Prepare a list of questions which you consider tuff or a bit time consuming. Prepare a handout yourself with solution of these questions and give them a reading on regularly basis with a time gap of 2-3 days.

10. Prepare a list of frequently asked questions asked in the previous examinations and practice/revise them properly.

11. Give a little bit time to every subject per day. Try and increase your study time day by day.

12. After a certain time (close to exam) do not add any new topic in your schedule. Just focus on revision-revision and revision.

13. Stop collecting different notes per day. Try and figure out the notes which are relevant for you and support your style of study. Only use them for exam purpose.

14. Take very good care of your health. Consider your health as a subject. Remember if you fail to perform well in this subject you are going to fail.

Best Regards
Ankur Garg

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Ankur Garg

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27 August 2010 SOME USEFUL LINKS

You are humbly requested to refer the links mentioned below for some useful notes and exam oriented suggestions and tips:

I am sure these links contained the solution of all your doubts.

1. CS+CA PCC/FINAL--MY CACLUBINDIA FORUM SUGGESTIONS AND TIPS

https://www.caclubindia.com/articles/cs-ca-pcc-final-suggestions-and-tips-5779.asp

2. CACLUBINDIA FORUM-MY SUGGESTIONS/TIPS

https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/my-caclubindia-forum-suggestions-cum-tips-73242.asp

3. EXAM ORIENTED NOTES AT ONE PLACE

https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/my-one-year-journey-of-caclubindia-ankur-garg-62877.asp

4. ALL MY EXAM TIPS AT ONE PLACE

https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/all-my-exam-tips-at-one-place-57189.asp

5. HOW TO START YOUR EXAM PREPARATION

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6. SELF STUDY VS. COACHING CLASSES

https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/self-study-vs-coaching-classes-a-whole-new-analysis-77537.asp

7. CS+CA PCC/FINAL-SUGGESTIONS AND TIPS

https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/new-article-exam-tips-and-suggestions--86601.asp

8. SOMETHING STRAIGHT FORWARD TO HANDLE EXAM STRESS!!!

https://www.caclubindia.com/forum/something-straight-forward-to-handle-exam-stress--99970.asp

9. 360 DEGREE APPROACH TO SUCCEED IN CA OR CS !!!

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10. CS EXECUTIVE: EXAM PREPARATION TIPS FOR GCL_GROUP-I

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11. HOW TO COPE UP WITH EXAM FAILURE !!!

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