6 Secrets To Achieving Excellence In CPT Exam

It is rightly said that 'there is no secret to success' but there are some secrets that can be helpful in progressing on the path of success. Candidates preparing for Common Proficiency Test (CPT) of Chartered Accountant (CA) course are not different from any other student studying hard to score well. They must be eager to get some success mantras to perform extraordinarily in the exam as the date of Common Proficiency Test is near. You can perform exceptionally and score well in CPT exam paper by knowing some secrets listed below-

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Secret #1

It is not necessary to know the answers to each and every question asked in the CPT exam paper. So, attempt the easy questions first on which you have a surety and after all easy questions are attempted go for the difficult ones. There are 100 questions in two sessions (50 questions in each session) and the time duration is 2 hours which compels you to manage time accordingly or else you will not be able to attempt most of the questions. Therefore, wasting time on an unsure question is not an intelligent move.

Secret #2

Beware of the negative marking applicable and do not take a risk by guessing the answers. In case you have some basic knowledge of the question asked then you can take the risk in some questions but repeating this action for all questions is not advisable.

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Secret #3

Quantitative Aptitude must be prepared well because it can pull up your marks in the score-sheet. Try to master mathematics because this subject can gift you full marks (50 out of 50) if all answers are correct. Practice is the key to becoming an expert on this subject.

Secret #4

Try to learn Mercantile Law with simple examples. It is easy to remember something when attached to an example but if the example is complicated everything goes in vain. I can understand that Mercantile Law is a boring subject to study but what to do.

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Secret #5

Refer only to the study material provided by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Study material provided by other coaching institutes are not that accurate as compared to those provided by ICAI.

Secret #6

Do not live in the fear of failure. Rank is not a matter of concern, you just need to score the minimum qualifying marks in the examination to proceed further for the IPCC examination. However, this does not mean that you compromise with the fundamentals of these subject because this the foundation and this knowledge will be with at every step of CA.

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Prepare well and conquer the world. All the best!

Things To Be Kept In Mind Before CPT Exam

All those students out there who are preparing for their Chartered Accountant (CA) Common Proficiency Test (CPT) and are working hard to crack it must be having cold feet as the day of the exam is coming closer. Every big day needs some preparations in advance and so thus the CPT exam. You must have spent a lot of time in studying, arranging for updated CPT study material, learning time management skills and completing assignments. Now, it is time to prepare a checklist for last minute preparations required to be done before the examination. Here is the list-

1. Revise the Study Material

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While preparing for the examination candidates must touch all the topics and revise the CPT study material at least 2-3 times. Revising what you have studied strengthens your knowledge and makes you remember everything by heart. 

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2. Download Admit Card

Admit cards or hall tickets are a must for the examination. Applicants of CPT exam must keep themselves updated with details regarding download of admit cards. Candidates must not forget to download their hall tickets online and carry their photo identity card at the time of examination.

3. Note down the Time Table

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You can not afford to miss a paper or arrive late for the exam. It seems to be a nightmare that when you reach the examination centre the exam has started or there is an altogether different paper today. To avoid any kind of mishappening note down the timetable and remember the timing as well. It will be better if your stick hard copy of the time table in your room. Things will be in your favour if you follow the reporting time and reach at least one hour before the exam starts.

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4. To-do List

Create a to-do list for the 'D-Day' and cross check everything required for the exam. Pen, calculator, admit card, photo identity proof, etc., are some of the things that must have a place in your checklist.

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5. Be Confident

No need to get nervous at the 11th hour. You have prepared well and have worked hard for it. Be calm and confident in your approach, read all the instructions carefully while appearing for the exam, attempt easy questions first to save time, and avoid guess work. 

Nothing is impossible if you have the determination to excel. Where there is a will, there is a way. All the best!

6 Study-Hacks to Crack CA CPT Examination - KonceptCa

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India conducts professional examination for Chartered Accountants twice a year in the months of June and December. The first level of this professional examination is called CPT or Common Proficiency Test. Aspirants who wish to crack this examination and proceed further on the path of becoming a Chartered Accountant prepare hard to crack it. In my opinion preparing for an examination is more about planning and executing in the right direction rather than just mugging up and vomiting it in the examination room. So, here are some useful tips to crack CPT exam for all those hard working and stressed out students out there. Relax! Take a deep breath and read them-

1. Jot down a plan for studying

If you are a failure in planning then you are planning for failure. To achieve anything you need to have a proper strategy. Assign time slots for specific work like working on a paper, completing assigned reading or preparing for a test. You will land down in a complete mess if you do not organize yourself.

   

2. Do not study too much

'Excess of anything is bad' rightly summarizes the outcome if you study too much under the pressure of performing well in the CPT examination. Too much of studying will take the fun out and you will feel tired. Try taking short breaks in between to restore your concentration and start studying with a new zeal.

3. Try to follow a routine

 Irregular routine is dangerous when you need to work really hard for something. Try to study at the same time every day and follow a routine so that studying becomes a part of your regular schedule.

4. Start with the most difficult assignment

Starting with the most difficult assignment helps you in dealing with your problems. At the initial phase, you are at the peak of your mental energy which pushes you to make an effort and perform extraordinarily.

  

5. Set short goals

Simply studying can be monotonous and can fill you with boredom. Setting up short-term goals will help you in achieving targets. For example, set up a goal of completing Mercantile Law in a week and after finishing that work on the next topic. This will keep you motivated and will rejuvenate you to start the next topic with enthusiasm.

6. Evaluate yourself by solving mock test

Solving mock test papers are of great help while preparing for the first level of CA exam. There are many websites that offer multiple choice questions based mock tests which you can try so as to evaluate where you stand in terms of preparation.

Remember to believe in yourself and excel in whatever you do. All the best!