Centre for Competitive Examination Training
About Us: The Centre for Competitive Examinations Training, located within the premises of Kristu Jayanti College, is a dedicated initiative aimed at nurturing academic excellence and fostering a culture of achievement. We recognize the significance of competitive examinations in shaping the future of our students, and we are committed to providing them with a supportive and enriching environment that maximizes their potential.
Vision: “Empowering Success Through Knowledge and Excellence”
Mission: At our Competitive Exam Centre, our mission is to provide exceptional and comprehensive resources, guidance, and support to aspiring individuals aiming to excel in competitive examinations. We are committed to fostering a conducive learning environment that nurtures intellectual growth, hones critical thinking skills, and instills confidence in our students. Through innovative teaching methods, personalized mentorship, and a dedication to staying abreast of the latest trends in education and examination patterns, we aim to help students realize their full potential and achieve remarkable success in their chosen competitive exams.
Objectives:
- i. To offer personalized mentorship and guidance to each student, addressing their unique strengths and areas for improvement.
- ii. To foster partnerships with experts, educational institutions, and industry professionals to provide additional insights and resources to our students.
- iii. To conduct regular assessments and mock tests to track student progress and identify areas needing improvement.
- iv. To provide a supportive and motivating atmosphere that boosts students' confidence and reduces anxiety related to competitive exams.
Program Highlights:
- i. Expert Faculty: Our team comprises experienced educators, subject matter experts, and industry professionals who are well-versed in the nuances of competitive examinations. They bring a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to guide our students effectively.
- ii. Comprehensive Curriculum: We offer a meticulously crafted curriculum that covers the entire syllabus of various competitive examinations. Our content is regularly updated to align with the latest exam patterns and trends.
- iii. Personalized Approach: We understand that each student has unique strengths and areas for improvement. Our personalized approach ensures that students receive tailored guidance and attention to address their individual needs.
- iv. Advanced Resources: Our centre is equipped with state-of-the-art learning resources, including a well-stocked library, online study materials, and access to mock tests. These resources aid students in developing a thorough understanding of their subjects.
- v. Mock Tests and Assessments: Regular mock tests and practice assessments are an integral part of our program. These simulations provide students with a real-time examination experience, helping them manage time, enhance problem-solving skills, and build confidence.
- vi. Strategic Workshops: We conduct workshops focusing on exam strategies, time management techniques, stress reduction, and effective study habits. These workshops empower students to approach their examinations with a clear and confident mind set.
- vii. Progress Tracking: We believe in data-driven improvement. Our progress tracking system enables students to monitor their growth, identify areas needing more attention, and measure their performance against benchmarks.
- viii. Holistic Development: Beyond academic excellence, we emphasize holistic development. Our centre encourages students to cultivate soft skills, communication abilities, and ethical values, fostering well-rounded individuals and future leaders.
Join Us: We invite all ambitious college students who aspire to excel in competitive examinations to be part of our Centre for Competitive Examinations Training. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey that will not only shape your academic success but also pave the way for your leadership in a competitive world.
Policy & Guidelines: Establishing clear policies and guidelines for a Centre for Competitive Examination Training is essential to ensure smooth operations, maintain a positive learning environment, and provide a consistent experience for students, staff, and stakeholders. Here are some key policies and guidelines to consider: -
1. UPSC Prelims Coaching: Students will be given orientation for the coaching classes conducted. The interest form will be circulated to collect the interest of the students. The interested students will be asked to attend detail orientation on the conduct of coaching classes. Following that the registration process will start with payment of required fees. Continuous evaluation and mentoring will be done.
2. UPSC Mains Coaching: The topics specific to CSE-Mains exam will be identified by the team members. The topics will be allocated to all the team members. The classes will be conducted for students who are enrolled for UPSC Prelims coaching. Continuous evaluation and mentoring will be done.
3. Aptitude for Competitive Examination: The common aptitude syllabus for competitive examinations such as CAT, MAT, Bank PO, etc. will be framed by the team members. The circular about the course will be circulated to all UG, PG and law students. The interested students will be asked to pay a nominal fee for the course. The classes will be scheduled 30 sessions of 1.5 hours each. Continuous evaluation and mentoring will be done.
4. Poster with details of competitive examinations: Posters containing details of active competitive examinations will be created bi-monthly by a team of teachers. The same will be displayed to the students through digital board and Centre’s website page.
5. Assistance and mentoring to apply and appear for competitive examinations: The students who are interested to apply for various competitive examinations will be guided by the team members. They also will be guided on how to download admit cards and check results. The students will be guided for the preparation for the competitive exams.
6. Coaching for Competitive exams through Funding: A team of teachers will be identifying funding agencies for funding conduct of coaching classes to the needy aspirants. Once funding is approved, the aspirants will be selected through screening test. The selected aspirants will be given the complete coaching, continuous monitoring and mentoring for the competitive exams.
7. Motivation session by Civil Servants: The motivation session for once in two months will be organized in order to motivate the aspirants of competitive examinations. The guest will be generally civil servants.
8. Documentation: The in-charges of documentation will be documenting all the activities’ reports in the required format. The same will be sent to IQAC every month.
Office Bearers:
Main Staff Coordinator(s): 1. Mr. Haribaskar R
2. Dr. Aakash Kumar
Members:
1. Dr. Shrestha Chowdhury
2. Mr. Biju
3. Dr. P Radha
4. Dr. Sameena M S
5. Ms. Shristi Aich
Student Coordinators:
1. Ashwin N K- 2021 BA PSEC- 21PSEC09
2. Aayushi Rai - 2021 BBA AM- 21BAVA01
Details of activities planned and person(s) in-charge:
Sl No |
Name of the activity |
Month |
Person Incharge |
1 |
UPSC Prelims Coaching |
Aug 2023- June 2024 |
Mr. Haribaskar R, |
2 |
UPSC Mains Coaching |
Sep 2023- June 2024 |
Mr. Biju, |
3 |
Aptitude for Competitive Examination |
Jan 2024- June 2024 |
Dr. P Radha, |
4 |
Poster with details of competitive examinations |
Bi-monthly |
Mr. Biju, |
5 |
Assistance and mentoring to apply and appear for competitive examinations |
Aug 2023- June 2024 |
Mr. Haribaskar R, |
6 |
Coaching for Competitive exams through Funding |
Jan 2024- June 2024 |
Dr. P Radha, |
7 |
Motivation session by Civil Servants |
Sep 2023, Nov 2023, Jan 2024, Mar 2024 |
Mr. Haribaskar R, |
8 |
Documentation |
3rd of every month |
Dr. P Radha, |
Strategies for documentation and quality assurance of processes:
- All the planned activities will be documented with supportive documents once it is conducted.
- The reports will be sent to IQAC and same will be documented by the Centre.
- Meeting will be conducted with team members every month to track the progress of activities planned.
- Mock tests will be conducted in order to check the understanding and progress of the students.
- Mentoring will be given for the students based on their marks scored in the mock tests.
- Feedback sessions will be conducted every month to collect feedback from the students.
Orientation on Civil Service Exams
Date: 30 August 2023
One of India's most prominent and challenging exams is the Civil Service Exam. It acts as a starting point for people hoping to enter the prestigious countrywide civil services. A joint event between Kristu Jayanti College and Shankar IAS Academy was planned to give prospective civil students helpful direction and orientation. Mr. Premanand S, Branch Head of Shankar IAS Academy Bengaluru, a renowned authority on civil services coaching, was a featured resource person at the event. The Civil Service Examination method was clearly explained to participants, which helped to demystify many parts of the test. Many attendees were motivated to seek a career in the civil services by Mr. Premanand S's inspiring speech. Participants received helpful advice on efficient study methods that would aid them in their preparation. The Q & A session provided individualized assistance and addressed the participants' particular issues.
The joint orientation event with Shankar IAS Academy was a great success, and Mr. Premanand S served as the resource person. It gave aspirant civil workers insightful information, inspiration, and direction to succeed in the Civil Service Examination. In the future, Kristu Jayanti College will keep planning such events as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering aspirations of people looking to join the civil service.
Civil Service Exams Coaching
Date: 25 October 2023 to 01 July 2024
One of India's most prominent and challenging exams is the Civil Service Exam. It acts as a starting point for people hoping to enter the prestigious countrywide civil services. A joint event between Kristu Jayanti College and Shankar IAS Academy was planned to give prospective civil students helpful direction and orientation. Mr. Premanand S, Branch Head of Shankar IAS Academy Bengaluru, a renowned authority on civil services coaching, was a featured resource person at the event. The Civil Service Examination method was clearly explained to participants, which helped to demystify many parts of the test. Many attendees were motivated to seek a career in the civil services by Mr. Premanand S's inspiring speech. Participants received helpful advice on efficient study methods that would aid them in their preparation. The Q & A session provided individualized assistance and addressed the participants' particular issues.
Orientation Programme on Bank P.O. Exams
Date: 09 January 2024
The Centre for Competitive Examination Training, in collaboration with T.I.M.E. INSTITUTE, Bangalore, organized an orientation on BANK P.O. Exams for students of UG II Year, PG I Year & LLB III & IV Year Programmes on January 9th, 2024, at 12:00 P.M. The event took place in the A2 Auditorium, located on the 3rd Floor of the Admin Block. The orientation aimed to provide valuable insights into BANK P.O. Exams, equipping students with the necessary knowledge and strategies for success. The session, led by the esteemed resource person Ms. Vijayalakshmi Venugopalan, Senior Mentor and Head of the Department of English at T.I.M.E Institute Bangalore, was not only informative but also remarkably engaging. Ms. Venugopalan covered crucial topics such as IBPS, anticipated vacancies in 2024 and 2025, exam schedules, eligibility criteria, pay-scale, and examination patterns. Her interactive and humorous presentation style captivated the audience, fostering an atmosphere of active participation. Overall, the event successfully equipped students with valuable insights into the banking sector while providing an enjoyable and enriching learning experience.
Certificate Course on Aptitude Skills
Date: 17 January to 15 March 2024
The Centre for Soft Skills & Aptitude Training (CSSAT) in association with Centre for Competitive Exams Training (CCET) offered Certificate Course on “Aptitude Skills” to the First, Second & Final year UG students. Aptitude is the acquired capacity for something and it can range from developed knowledge, learned or acquired abilities or skills, talents, which is necessary to perform a task. The aim of this course is to equip the students with basic aptitude skills through problem solving methods and testing one’s critical thinking across various contexts. This course is conducted for 30 hours as part of their curriculum which will enhance their employability skills. This course was handled by CSSAT & CCET faculty members and each faculty was given a topics based on their preference and allotted the class for the students. Aptitude problems related to various concepts were solved out in the class and the additional problems were given to the students to get practiced in aptitude skills. The aptitude class was scheduled every Monday, Wednesday & Friday in a week from 04.30 pm to 05.30 pm all the teachers have taken the classes as per the schedule.
