TOEFL Exam, Books and Top 3 TOEFL Verbal Ability Preparation Books

TOEFL, Test of English as a Foreign Language, is a test to check an individual's ability to use and understand English in an academic setting designed as well as managed by Educational Testing Service (ETS) and TOEFL is a registered trademark of ETS. TOEFL is an admission requirement for non-native English speakers at many English-speaking colleges and universities. Also, institutions such as government agencies, licensing bodies, businesses, or scholarship programs may require the score of this test. A TOEFL score is valid for the span of two years.

Toefl Books

In order to clear this exam, the candidates must prepare from test of English as a foreign language books available on test of English as a foreign language books online discount sales. Since clearing this exam facilitates admission in top universities, every year thousands of students from all over India appear for this exam, you can be sure of hefty competition you’ll have to deal with. It therefore, becomes necessary to prepare well for the TOEFL exam. This can be done by practicing from the mock tests, studying the syllabus from test of English as a foreign language books which can easily be bought from test of English as a foreign language books online discount sales.

Top 3 TOEFL Verbal Ability Books

Top Engineering Entrance Tests all over India

All across India there are numerous engineering colleges offering variety of streams and field. Each college or University has its own criteria of selecting eligible candidates to pursue graduate level engineering degree from their college. This is why there are various state level and National level common entrance tests for students to score good into. This help the college and university to allot seats on basis of rank/merit/score/interview etc.

The following is the list of popular Engineering entrance tests/exams of the country, held each year usually between March and June.

• AIEEE Entrance Exam

All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE) used to be a national level competition exam conducted by CBSE all over India, to test  students for admission at a variety of under-graduate engineering as well as architecture courses and college,  including NIT’s , IIT’s and those who grant admission on the basis of AIEEE rank & scores.
Please be noted: From April 2013, Joint entrance exam (JEE) has replaced AIEEE. AIEE is not conducted anymore.

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AIEEE Books

• BITSAT Entrance Exam

BITSAT conducted by Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani, is a computer based online test for admission to all the integrated first degree programmes of BITS at Pilani Campus, Goa Campus, & Hyderabad Campus, conducted by Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS). The BITSAT spans four sections i.e. Maths, Physics, Chemistry as well as English & Logical Reasoning. The time allotted for the exam is a stipulated - 3 hours without break. Computer adaptive nature of the test for admission in BITS is one of its kind, for engineering admission.

BITSAT Preparation Books Sources

BITSAT Books

• COMEDK  Entrance Exam

A state level entrance exam conducted by ‘Consortium of Medical Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka’ to give admission to various fields of engineering to the eligible candidates is usually called COMEDK under Graduate Entrance Test .i.e. COMEDK UGET.
The entrance for BE program comprise the aptitude test of Math, Physics and Chemistry. The candidate must have scored 45% in a recognized board with having physics, chemistry and maths subjects in it.

COMEDK Preparation Books Sources

COMEDK Books

• EAMCET Entrance Exam

It is an entrance exam conducted annually by the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University of Hyderabad on behalf of Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education to provide admission to the eligible candidates in many engineering colleges and courses of graduate level, falling under the state.

EAMCET Preparation Books Sources
 
EAMCET Books

• IIT-JEE Entrance Exam

Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) are one of the premier institutes for technical and engineering studies all over India. The colleges and campus are scattered all across India in many cities. The selection/admission rate is very low in these colleges as compared to Applicants, each year.
The Indian Institutes of Technology - Joint Entrance was an entrance exam for its engineering colleges, being the sole admission test by the fifteen Indian Institutes of Technology and few more colleges.
In 2013, IIT-JEE has been replaced by ‘Joint Entrance Examination’ which is now held in two phases: JEE Main followed by second stage JEE Advanced.


IIT JEE Preparation Books Sources
 
IIT JEE Books

• ISEET (Indian Science Engineering Eligibility Test)

For the admissions into IIT and NIT, ISEET has been proposed and planned to conduct a common engineering entrance examination 2013 onwards replacing IIT-JEE and AIEEE. This test will comprise of two papers: ISEET Main & ISEET Advance both will specify a candidate’s scholastic level as well as aptitude for science subjects and engineering.

ISEET Preparation Books Sources
 
ISEET Books

APTET 2013 Papers,Syllabus and Pass Criteria Details

 Structure, Content and Syllabus of APTET:
a)  The structure and content of each part of Paper-I and Paper-II of the fourth APTET, and the breakup of the total 150 marks among various parts of the paper are given in the Information Bulletin.

b)  Syllabus for APTET can be downloaded from http://aptet.cgg.gov.in

Pass Criteria in TET:
The criteria for considering pass in APTET is as follows:

OC                                      -  60% Marks and Above
BC                                      -  50% Marks and Above 
SC                                       -  40% Marks and Above
ST                                       -  40% Marks and Above
Differently abled (PH)**    -  40% Marks and Above

APTET Papers
The test (APTET) will be conducted in 2 papers viz. Paper-I & Paper-II.  The candidates who intend to be teachers for classes I to V have to appear for Paper-I and the candidates intending to be teachers for classes VI to VIII have to appear for Paper-
II.  The candidates who intend to be teachers for all classes from I to VIII can appear for both papers, Paper-I and Paper-II.

Books for APTET 2013 Preparation


     

      

Eligibility Criteria for APTET 2013

The candidates at the time of applying for APTET, September 2013 should be in possession of the minimum qualifications prescribed for a teacher for I to V classes (Paper-I) and VI to VIII classes (Paper-II) as given in Information Bulletin.

The candidates who are pursuing final year of any of the Teacher Education Courses recognized by the NCTE or the RCI, as the case may be, and / or the Language Pandit Training Courses, during the academic year 2012-2013 can also appear for the APTET September, 2013.

However it is clarified that appearance or a pass in APTET by itself will not vest any right in a candidate to be considered for appointment to the post of Teacher in Government / Zilla Parishad / Mandal Parishad / Municipal and Private Aided Schools, unless he is in possession of the qualifications prescribed for appointment to such post in the relevant statutory recruitment rules framed by State Government from time to time as on the date prescribed  there in for possession of such qualifications.

Find more Details at APTET Official Website http://www.aptet.cgg.gov.in/‎

APTET 2013 Exam Dates,APTET Fee Details and Online Application Procedure

APTET will be conducted on 1st  September, 2013 in all the Districts of the State.  The duration and timings of the test are given below:

Paper-I : 9.30 am to 12.00 noon (duration 2 ½ hours)

Paper-II : 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm (duration 2 ½ hours)

APTET Fee Details
The fee prescribed for appearing for APTET (including examination fee) is Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two hundred only) for only Paper-I or only Paper-II or both.  Candidates can pay the fee through APONLINE or e-Seva/mee seva centers between 15.07.2013 and 31.07.2013 and submit online application at the APTET website http://aptet.cgg.gov.in between 16.07.2013 and 01.08.2013.

APTET Online Application Procedure
Detailed procedure for applying ONLINE is given in the Information Bulletin.  Candidates can download the ‘Information Bulletin’ free of cost from the APTET website: http://aptet.cgg.gov.in from 15.07.2013 onwards. Candidates can submit their applications online from 16.07.2013 to 01.08.2013.

SNAP 2013 Best Preparation Books and Tips

If you are self-studying, the earlier you start to prepare the more well-prepared, pressure less and confident you be. Focus on preparing all the sections equally to get through the paper. Each section is important and only then you can attain high percentile by scoring correct in most. SNAP preparation guide section wise is as follows:

• Having inclination towards maths, Quantitative ability and Data interpretation section often involves twisted questions asked in diverse ways. One needs to learn from the basics and practice continuously. When you cross hurdles of solving all kind of miscellaneous questions, your emphasis must divert to attaining the required Speed while maintaining accuracy. In addition, all the formulae must be learnt by heart without confusing yourself.

·         English and Vocabulary cannot be learnt in a day. To have a hold on this section English grammar & basics must be known by heart, even if you have to borrow books from you younger siblings. The clarity must be given to speech, forms etc for which SNAP English preparation books could be your assistance. Simultaneously, vocabulary needs to be enhanced. Words and idioms must be crammed on a regular basis. Relate & Deploy them in use in your oral skills, this way they can be learnt without forgetting their meaning. A cheap and most rewarding source to prepare for this section is to read English Newspaper on a regular basis. The Hindu or whatever you wish to subscribe you may, it will not only improve your vocabulary but will also prepare you for general awareness section all the while.

• Logical Reasoning section is often experimental for the paper setters. This section needs a lot of practice to get an idea of diverse form of questions that can be asked. With acute alertness of mind and practicing till perfection can save your time in exam. The more you practice, the more you would be able to relate question with the ones you practiced and can hence solve them straight,.
• General Awareness questions are random and something that cannot be prepared in a day or even a week, just as vocabulary. This section needs constant attention in order to score high. The key is to commence reading in advance and try to keep yourself well-informed of General Awareness For SNAP.

Business Awareness must be highly focused on by management students. The source could be regular comprehension of business newspapers as HT Business, Economic times etc. One can always reach the company websites to obtain member’s name for SNAP preparation online.

Below are some of the best SNAP Preparation Books

The Pearson Complete Guide to the CAT by Nishit K Sinha 

 Trishna's Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT and Other MBA Examinations by TIME

                                          

        

                                                 Quantitative Aptitude by R.S Aggarwal

                                                      

                                Data Analysis and Logical Reasoning for CAT by MbaGura

                      

                      Target New CAT - Past (2005 - 2010) + 5 Mock Tests by Disha Experts

Top Civil Services Exam Reference books and Study Materials

There are array of civil services preliminary examination books that will help you in preparing well for this exam. Some of them are as follows –
a.    For general science  you can refer to class IX and X books
b.    Advanced science books that are published by Tata McGraw Hills
c.    For current news papers like The Hindu, The Economic Times, and The Times of India
d.    Magazines  and periodicals like Frontline, Business Today, Business Outlook, and Yojana
e.    Competitive Magazines like Chronicle, Competitive success review, and Pratiyogita Darpan
f.    For History and Indian National Movement like Class IX for Contemporary India, India and Contemporary World I, and India and Contemporary World II
g.    Indian History book published by V.K . Agnihotri
h.    Indian and World Geography books like Fundamentals of physical geography, and India Physical Environment
i.    Class XI books for beginners for Political science books and political theory
j.    Class XII Indian constitution
k.    For economics Indian Economy for Civil Services Examinations by M.Laxmikanth.
l.    The other books are Our Constitution , by D.D. Basu, Our Constitution, and Our Parliament both authored by Subhash C Kashyap, Indian Polity For UPSC: 3rd Edition by M.Laxmikanth.


Civil Services (preliminary) exam. Study Materials
Some of the useful civil services (preliminary) exam. 2013 study material is as follows –

Crack Civil Services Studies IAS Prelims exam, published by Disha Publication

Handbook for general Studies for UPSC Civil Services published by Spectrum Books

IAS Mains General Studies Chapterwise Solved Papers 2011-1997

UPSC Portal Current Affairs (2012 - 13) BY Sachchida Nand Jha

CAT Exam Sample Questions | Verbal Ability Books | Free Downloads

Directions:
Each sentence below has one or two blanks. Each blank shows that something has been omitted. Under each sentence five words are given as choice. Choose the one correct word for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentences as a whole.

1.    Despite assorted effusion to the contrary, there is no necessary link between scientific skill and humanism, and quite possibly, there may be something of a - between them.
a.    dichotomy
b.    congruity
c.    reciprocity
d.    fusion
e.    generosity

2.    For many young people during the roaring twenties, a disgust with the excesses of American culture - a wanderlust to provoke an exodus abroad.
a.    reflected
b.    stymied
c.    conflicted with
d.    overwhelmed
e.    combined with

3.    Each of the following questions has a paragraph from which the last sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the sentence that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way.

Most people at their first consultation take a furtive look at the surgeon’s hands in the hope of reassurance. Prospective patients look for delicacy, sensitivity, steadiness, perhaps unblemished pallor. On this basis, Henry Perowne loses a number of cases each year. Generally, he knows it’s about to happen before the patient does: the downward glance repeated, the prepared questions beginning to falter, the overemphatic thanks during the retreat to the door.

a.    Other people do not communicate due to their poor observation.
b.    Other patients don’t like what they see but are ignorant of their right to go elsewhere.
c.    But Perowne himself is not concerned.
d.    But others will take their place, he thought.
e.    These hands are steady enough, but they are large.



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Top 3 Verbal Ability Books for CAT 2013 Exam

                

CAT Quantitative Aptitude Sample Questions

Quantitative Ability Sample Questions
All the questions will be asked from Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry

(1)    A shop stores x kg of rice. The first customer buys half this amount plus half a kg of rice. The second customer buys half the remaining amount plus half a kg of rice. Then the third customer also buys half the remaining amount plus half a kg of rice. Thereafter, no rice is left in the shop. Which of the following best describes the value of x?

a.    2 = x = 6 
b.    (2) 5 = x = 8
c.    (3) 9 = x = 12
d.    (4) 11= x = 14
e.    (5) 13 = x = 18

(2)    Four concentric (having the same centre) circles with radii, x, 2x, 3x and 4x are drawn to form two rings A and B as shown in the figure.

Ratio of the area of inner ring A to the area of outer ring B is
a.    1 : 2
b.    1 : 4
c.    2 : 3
d.    3 : 7
e.    None of the above
Ans: D

(3)    If 3/p = 6 and 3/q = 15 then p - q =?
a.    1/3
b.    2/5
c.    3/10
d.    5/6
e.    None of the above

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Below are Top 3 quantitative aptitude  Books

 Quantum CAT - Quantitative Aptitude (Paperback) by Sarvesh Kumar Verma            

 Quantitative Aptitude by S N Jha  

        

Quantitative Aptitude (Paperback) by R.S.Aggarwal

CDS Exam | Free Sample Questions Asked

CDS English Previous Test Paper Questions
The objective-type questions can be asked from a comprehensive paragraph, rearrange the sentences, replace the phrase, fill in the blanks, edit or find grammatical error etc.

Which of the phrases A, B, C, D, E is appropriate to go with the given sentence.
-    To reduce costs, we should replace our current system by much efficient one.
A.    Through more efficient
B.    Efficiently by
C.    With a more efficient
D.    For better efficiency
E.    No correction required

You are given Four alternative meanings to each of the following Idioms / Phrases. Choose the most appropriate.
-    For Good
A.    Seriously
B.    Temporarily
C.    Permanently
D.    For a good cause

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To practice till perfection Objective English by Thorpe Edgar proven helpful.



CDS General Knowledge Previous Test Paper Questions

Among the following states which one was formed last?
A.    Andhra Pradesh
B.    Gujarat
C.    Haryana
D.    Rajasthan

Who among the following was not elected for the two terms as the speaker of lok sabha?
A.    G.M.C Balayogi
B.    N. Sanjiva Reddy
C.    Bali Ram Bhagat
D.    Bal Ram Jakhar

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To get hold of the general awareness and current affairs, Concise General Knowledge Manual 2012 by Barry O’Brien is advised. This book has most things covered keeping in mind the SSC syllabus.

Study Package for CDS by Atul Bhardwaj is also another reliable learning resource.



CDS Maths Questions
The sum of a number and its reciprocal is 10/3, then the numbers are:
A.    3, 1/3
B.    3, -1/3
C.    -3, 1/3
D.    -3,-1/3

What number should be added to 231228 to make it exactly divisible by 33?
A.    1
B.    2
C.    3
D.    4

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Scoring highest is possible with Maths section, it need your concepts to be well cleared with a speedy solving aptitude.
To know the shortcut methods highly helpful to solve faster in exam, you can refer Mathematics For C.D.S. Entrance Exam by R.S Aggarwal.

NDA SSB Preparation

Preparation For SSB
Services Selection Board or SSB test is quite different than written exam. Here the aspirants are grilled on various historical and present topics, as the Board can ask you any questions. Don’t forget to prepare well n your bio-data, as t he officers might be interested in knowing about you. NDA SSB preparation is quite important and needs special approach for t he same.  before facing the real interview you can have NDA mock tests that will boost your confidence.

Importance on NDA Exam Books

Students need to be very careful in choosing the best NDA guide books that can be purchased from the local store or on online stores. There are different books available for various subjects, so purchase only the one that offers information on the subject.

Choose books that are published by famous publication houses. They ensure to include all the relevant topics and subject on each and every subject. The NDA study materials consist of detailed notes that will help you in clearing the exam. The aspiring students are expected to have perfect knowledge on NDA English subject, thus they have to prepare well for the paper. Similarly they should be capable of solving papers on NDA mathematics and other subjects. There are many NDA practice books that will help you in achieving your set target.

Some of the common UPSC NDA Exam Books are as follows –
 
                                             Study Package for NDA/NA entrance exam

 
                                                        NDA/NA Guide (Big Size)
                                                   

                                                   Pathfinder for NDA/NA entrance exams      

 

                                            10 Practice Sets NDA & NA Entrance Exam
                                                  

                                                        NDA/NA topic wise solved papers