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Frequently asked Questions
Who can take the AMCAT?
AMCAT is currently offered for engineering and MBA students. AMCAT can be taken by pre-final, final year students and freshers (0-2 years experience). AMCAT will soon be available for Arts and Science graduates.
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Are there any particular criteria which need to be fulfilled to give the test?
To give the AMCAT, you either need to be enrolled in a degree program or passed a degree program. There is no other criteria.
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Does the score have an expiry date, like a SAT or a GRE/GMAT?
The AMCAT score is valid for 3 years from the day you take the test. You may take the test again after 3 years to have a valid score.
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Where all can a person give the test?
Refer to Schedule a Test
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Are there any sample papers for the AMCAT?
Once you Register for free on our website, you will be able to see some sample questions.
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What is the syllabus of the AMCAT?
Refer to Test Modules
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What are the qualifying or passing marks for AMCAT?
There are no qualifying marks for AMCAT. Every company uses its own criteria based on different AMCAT Module scores to select candidates. Aspiring Minds does not interfere in the selection criteria. Even if you do not perform well in some modules, there is a chance that you will be short listed.
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Is AMCAT also useful for non-IT/CS engineering branch students?
Yes. Aspiring Minds has both IT and non-IT companies with it. The IT companies who accept AMCAT score also consider students from non-IT/CS branches for possible hiring. Even if these students do not perform well in Computer Programming, but show a high aptitude, there is a fair chance that may get selected.
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How will a company contact me?
Whenever a company shortlists you, you will get an email through Aspiring Minds informing you about the same. So it is advised that you regularily check your email, otherwise you could miss an opportunity.
Companies visiting your campus may also use the AMCAT score to shortlist candidates and not conduct their own assessment test.
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If my English is not good, can AMCAT still help me?
Yes, even if your English is not good, but you show good aptitude and technical skills, you could be shortlisted.
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When is the best time to take the test?
The best time to take the test is NOW! The earlier you give the test, you will have opportunities from companies who continuously shortlist through us. Also given the recession, many companies could stop hiring any time.
Preparing much longer shall not change your AMCAT score much since it assesses your inert ability. A brush up for a week on your technical skills and taking the test is the best option.
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How is AM Portal different than any other job portal?
No other job portal except that of Aspiring Minds is used to hire fresh graduates by mass recruiters and core companies. Aspiring Minds` gives accurate assessment scores to company for all candidates, which enable efficient hiring. No other portal extends this service.
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How should I prepare for AMCAT?
Preparing for long hours does not change your AMCAT score. AMCAT score reflects your intelligence and what you have learnt over the years. A brush up for a week on your technical skills and taking the test is the best option. Once you register on the website, you can see sample questions to give you an idea of AMCAT content.
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If my AMCAT score is not good, what should I do?
If your AMCAT score is not good, you can give the AMCAT again after a period of 3 months. Only your latest score is reflected to companies.
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Students from which colleges have taken the test?
Students from various engineering, MCA and MBA colleges have taken AMCAT. These include Netaji Subhas Inst. Of Tech., Delhi College of Engg., Maharaja Agrasen Inst. Of Tech., Banasthali Vidyapith, Delhi University MCA, JIMS (Rohini), GNIM (Punjabi Bagh), DIAS (Janakpuri), MERI, Apeejay School of Management, etc.
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I already have a job, is AMCAT useful for me?
AMCAT can be useful to you if you are looking for better job opportunities. Many core and high-technology companies accept AMCAT score. AMCAT can also be useful to you for a skill-diagnostic purpose to know your strengths and weaknesses.
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