CAP TEST 2024: Registration (Open), Dates, Online Interview, Syllabus, Pattern & Results

Communication Aptitude Test 2024 ( CAP Test )

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Aayushi MadaviAssociate Senior Executive

Updated on Dec 2, 2024 11:59 IST

CAP Test 2024: CAP Test Application Form 2024 was available online on the official website of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for MA Communication in the last week of August and the first week of September 2024. The applications for MA and PhD programmes are still open on the university's website. Candidates who fulfil the CAP Test eligibility criteria were able to submit their application forms online. Candidates are advised to review the admission requirements and guidelines before submitting their application to ensure that all necessary documents are included. According to the CAP Test Important Dates 2024, the exam was likely held in September 2024. The institute informs the applicants of the exam dates on their contact details as provided on the CAP Test application form. Candidates clearing the written exam will be called for an interview round, the schedule of which will be informed to shortlisted candidates only. Know more about CAP Test 2024 in the article below. 

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CAP Test 2024 Application Form

Q:   What are the programmes offered through CAP Test?

A:

Through CAP Test, applicants may get into the Communication programmes offered by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham at their Coimbatore and/ or Kochi locations. 

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Q:   I am awaiting my UG results, can I apply for a post graduate course?

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Candidates who are yet to write their undergraduate degree examination as well as those awaiting the results of their undergraduate examination are also eligible to apply.

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Q:   Can I pay the application fee by demand draft?

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No. The application fee can only be paid through online mode. You can pay the application fee via the following methods online:

  • UPI
  • RuPAY
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Internet Banking
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Q:   Will the application form be available at the institute or online?

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The CAP Test application form is only available online. Candidates who want to apply for admission will have to register, apply and pay the application fee in order to appear for the online interview.

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What is CAP Test?

The Communication Aptitude Test (CAP Test) is conducted by Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, and is a gateway for admission to its various mass communication courses offered at its Coimbatore campus. The entrance exam is designed to assess students from various backgrounds based on their interest, potential and aptitude for adjusting to a communication course. Candidates are offered the following courses through the CAP Test: 

Course

Duration

BA in Mass Communication

3-Years

MA in Mass Communication

2-Years

PG Diploma in Journalism

1-Year

PhD in Communication

2-Year

Q:   What are the campus facilities provided by the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham?

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham campus is spread over an area of 400 acre. The campus facilities offered by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham includeequipped laboratories, a state-of-the-art PARAM 10000 supercomputer, very stable and well connected campus networks, a modern gymnasium, well-maintained tennis, badminton and basketball courts, an Olympic-size swimming pool, etc.
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Q:   How is the faculty of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham?

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has an experienced faculty who are PhD and higher degree holders. The university also invites faculty for guest lectures and offer students an opportunity to interact with some of the best personalities.

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Q:   Which is the main branch of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University?

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Amrita is a multi-disciplinary, research-intensive, private university, educating a vibrant student population of over 20,000 by 1700+ strong faculty. Amrita offers more than 200 UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Management, Medical & Life Sciences, Arts & Humanities, and Social Sciences. In a short span of 15 years, Amrita have established 180+ collaborations with Top 500 world ranked universities as Amrita is emerging as one of the fastest growing institutions of higher learning in India. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has emerged as the fourth best university in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Ranking 2020 for Indian Universities. Amrita has been adjudged as one of the "Top 10 Universities in India" for the fourth consecutive year. In the overall category, Amrita secured 13th place moving up two places from last year's position. The B.Tech CSE, Aerospace and ECE are the best engineering branches of Coimbatore campus.
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Q:   Which courses are offered at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham?

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham offers over 200 undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, integrated programmes across 12 streams such as Engineering, Science, Management, Mass Communication, Law, Agriculture, Nano Science, Health Science, and many more. Some of the courses provided by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham include B.Tech, B.Sc. BCA BBA M.Tech, M.A. M.Sc. MSW and M.A. Etc. The entrance exams accepted by the institute include AEEE JEE Main SAT GATE TANCET PGECET, PGCET, CAT XAT MAT CMAT GMAT GRE UGC NET CSIR NET GATE SLET, etc.
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CAP Test 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CAP Test 2024 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates

Sep '24

CAP TEST Registration Dates

CAP Test Highlights 2024

Some key information related to CAP Test 2024 is provided in the table below. 

Particulars 

Details

Name of Exam

Communication Aptitude Test (CAPTEST)

Conducting Body

Amrita School of Communication

Conducting University

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Date

To be announced

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Exam Purpose

Admission to BA Mass Communication, MA in Communication and PG Diploma in Journalism (PGD) programmes

Exam Fees

INR 500, INR 300 for each programme applied later (applicants have to add programme before the last date of to apply)

Exam helpdesk number

9442562291

Official Website

https://amrita.edu/school/communication/

Q:   Do I need to upload any documents at the time of registration?

A:

Yes, candidates need to submit the below mentioned documents:

  • 2 Photographs
  • Attested photocopies of 10th and 12th marksheets for BA applications.
  • 10th and 12th marksheets and marksheets for all semesters of the Bachelor’s programme for MA and PG Diploma applications.
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Q:   Is the CAPTEST exam will be conducted online?

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Yes, the CAP Test is conducted ion online mode. Candidates who fill in the application successfully will have to report to the exam centre at the address mentioned in their respective admit card to appear for the online exam conducted by Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.

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Q:   Can you share the deadline for the final admission date of the CAP round?

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Admission deadlines can vary greatly depending on the institution, country, and specific programme you are interested in. To find the deadline for the final admission date of the CAP round, you should visit the official website of the institution or educational authority conducting the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) for your programme of interest. They typically provide up-to-date information on admission schedules and deadlines.

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Q:   Is Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham a good university to pursue Mass Comm?

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Yes, Amrita University is a good choice for mass communication programmes. Their School of Arts, Humanities and Commerce has the Department of Mass Communication. This Coimbatore-based college attracts many students for admissions each year and holds a good reputation.

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CAP Test 2024 Application Process

Candidates who wish to appear for the CAP Test 2024 will have to follow the below-mentioned admission process.

Step 1: Register with your Email

Candidates will have to register with their email ID on the official website of Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM). They will have to click on 'New Candidate' and then fill in the required details like name, mobile number, email ID etc.

Step 2: Fill in the Application form

Candidates willing to appear for the CAP Test will have to make sure that they fill in the CAP Test application form before the deadline. Forms received after the last date of receiving of applications will be rejected by the authorities.

Step 3: Pay the application fee 

Candidates will have to pay for the application to complete the form-filling process. The application fee of INR 750 needs to be paid in online mode only. 

Step 4: Provide the academic details

Candidates will be required to provide their academic details such as percentage of class 10, 12 and graduation (in case of applying for PG). Candidates will also have to upload their documents such as academic certificates, passport-size photographs, etc.

Step 5: Submit the form

Candidates will have to preview the registered details and submit the application form. After that they will get an acknowledgment of completion of registration process by mail.

CAP Test Eligibility Criteria

Candidates will have to ensure that they check the eligibility criteria as per the course they are opting for before applying for the exam. Applications that do not meet the eligibility criteria will be rejected by the officials. The eligibility criteria for the various courses are given below:

For BA Mass Communication: Candidates must have passed the higher secondary school certificate or 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% marks.

For MA in Communication: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.

For PG Diploma in Journalism (PGDJ): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.

CAP Test 2024 Admission Process

Aspirants who successfully submit the application form for the CAP Test will have to appear for an online interview. The final selection of the candidates will be made based on their performance in the interview. For admission to mass communication courses, candidates will have to follow the process:

Step 1: Appear for Personal Interview

Candidates will have to appear for an online interview. The details of the date and time of the interview were provided to candidates on their registered email ID. Questions in the interview will be based on the candidate's profile and current affairs.

Step 2: Check CAP Test result

A merit list of candidates to be provisionally admitted to each course will be prepared on the basis of the score obtained in online interview.

Step 3: Pay the Course fee

Successful candidates are given some time to secure their admission by depositing the prescribed fees online alongwith the necessary documents.

Test Centres: CAP Test will be conducted in the Coimbatore campus of the institute itself.

Q:   Where can I apply for the CAP Test?

A:

CAP Test is conducted by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. They make their applications on their admissions portal. Eligible students can apply for it by paying an application fee or INR 500. However, if they wish to add programmes to their applications, they must pay an additional fee of INR 300 per programme. 

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Q:   What are the CAP Test application dates?

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The institute does not release notices related to the application dates. However, as per past trends, applications for CAP Test are made available online during August end and through September. 

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Q:   Can I register for CAPTEST and fill the form later?

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It is not mandatory to register for CAP Test and fill the application form in one go. Candidates can register for the exam on a particular day and fill the application form later. They need to submit the form and exam fee before the deadline to be eligible to appear for the exam.

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Q:   How do I register to fill the CAP Test application form?

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You will have to visit the official website of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham in order to register. Candidates will have to find the ‘Admissions’ link.

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CAP Test 2024 Syllabus

This year, the CAP Test will be followed by an online interview. Hence, candidates may be asked questions regarding their educational background, general awareness, etc. However, the Amrita School of Communication has specified certain subjects or topics for the CAP Test from which questions have been asked in the entrance examination held earlier. These topics are English Grammar, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, Critical Personalities, Media and Advertising, Creative Flexibility and Lateral Thinking. Get detailed information about the CAP Test 2024 syllabus here.

Q:   Does the exam syllabus changes every year?

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No, the college authorities Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, doesn't change the whole syllabus per se, however, they might make slight changes in the syllabus to incorporate the latest topics and current events. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification to understand the syllabus and the exam pattern of the CAP Test 2024.

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Q:   Will there be different question paper for PG and UG courses?

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Yes, the questions asked in the CAP Test will be according to the level of the course for which the candidate's have applied for whether it is a UG programme or PG program.

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Q:   What are topics on which the questions will be asked in the exam?

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The questions in the CAP Test written exam will be based on the topics like English Grammer, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs, Important Personalities are asked in the exam. Candidates who prepare these topics will have a higher chances of qulaifying in the CAP Test 2024.

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Q:   What is the syllabus for CAPTEST?

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The CAP Test syllabus is specified by the exam body Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for the written test. Candidates who fill in the online application form of CAPTET will have to go through the detailed syllabus to know about what subjects they need to prepare to crack the entrance test.

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CAP Test 2024 Exam Pattern

As per the official website, the CAP Test 2024 pattern will be such that aspirants will have to attempt multiple-choice questions. The pattern for reference is given below:

Section

Marks

English

15

Logical Reasoning

05

Current Affairs

10

General Awareness

05

Important Personalities

05

Media and Advertising

10

Total

50

Q:   What is the duration of CAPTEST?

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As prescribed by the exam body, Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham the time duration of the CAP Test written exam is two hours/ 120 minutes. Candidates who fill in the application form will have to appear in the exam and qualify in it to secure a seat to pursue their mass communication course.

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Q:   What is the marking scheme of Amrita University's CAP Test?

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While taking the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham's CAP Test, candidates will be awarded 1 mark for each correct answer. There is a total of 50 questions and no provision of negative marking. 

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Q:   What are the various sections in Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham's CAP Test?

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There are no defined sections in the test but the weightage among topics is explained in the table below. 

Know your English

15

Logical Reasoning

05

Current Affairs

10

General Awareness

05

People in the News

05

Media and Advertising

10

Total

50

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Q:   Will I get extra time to take CAP Test?

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No, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham conducts CAP Test online. The time provided for the test is 120 minutes. The test will have automated duration and will end when the time is up.

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CAP Test 2024 Preparation Tips

As stated above, there will be no written test for this session and admission will be given based on an online interview only. Candidates are advised to start preparing for the interview now so that they can speak well without any hesitation in the interview. This is how candidates should plan their CAP Test preparation for this session: 

  • Prepare for questions based on your educational background.
  • Try to get some information about the course you are applying for and be prepared to explain why you chose that course.
  • Prepare your answers for questions related to your career aspirations, general knowledge, current affairs etc.
  • Go through the latest happenings in the country and the world to get a grip on current affairs.

Q:   How should I prepare for the online interview?

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Candidates should plan their CAP Test preparation as per the points mentioned below:

  • Prepare for questions based on your education background.
  • Try to get some information about the course you are applying for and be prepared to explain why you chose that course.
  • Prepare your answers for questions related to your career aspirations, general knowledge, currernt affairs etc.
  • Go through the latest happenings in the country and the world to get a grip on current affairs.
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Q:   What kind of questions will be asked in the online interview?

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The questions asked in the interview round of the Common Admission Process (CAP) of the Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham will be based on current affairs, education background, career aspirations, media aptitude etc.

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Q:   How will I get to know about the details of online interview?

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Candidates will be informed about the date and time of the online interview through an email. Candidates must ensure that they use their valid and active email addresses while registering for CAP Test 2024.

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Q:   Will there be group discussion also along with the interview?

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No, after qualifying in the CAP Test written test candidates will have to appear for the online interview only and their will be no group discussion for the same. Candidates will be informed about the CAP Test result by email after the online interviews are over. Candidates need to keep checking their email inbox, official website of Amrita School of Communication (ASCOM), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham as well as this page for the latest information.

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Yes, Amrita University is a good choice for mass communication programmes. Their School of Arts, Humanities and Commerce has the Department of Mass Communication. This Coimbatore-based college attracts many students for admissions each year and holds a good reputation.

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CAP Test is conducted for admissions to the mass communication courses offered by the university. So, the exam is conducted by the Amrita School of Communication.

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Rashmi Singh

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Answered a month ago

No, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham conducts CAP Test online. The time provided for the test is 120 minutes. The test will have automated duration and will end when the time is up.

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Anushree Rastogi

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Answered a month ago

There are no defined sections in the test but the weightage among topics is explained in the table below. 

Know your English

15

Logical Reasoning

05

Current Affairs

10

General Awareness

05

People in the News

05

Media and Advertising

10

Total

50

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Aayushi Madavi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a month ago

While taking the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham's CAP Test, candidates will be awarded 1 mark for each correct answer. There is a total of 50 questions and no provision of negative marking. 

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