How to prepare for TANCET 2025 in 3 months?
Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test 2025 ( TANCET )
Registration - 24 Jan '25 - 21 Feb '25
TANCET is one of the most popular state-level exams for admissions to PG courses in Tamil Nadu. Here we are sharing a three-month preparation strategy for cracking the exam with a high score.
TANCET Preparation in 3 Months
TANCET is an entrance exam conducted by Anna University for admissions to MBA, MCA, MTech, MArch, MPlan, and ME programmes in Tamil Nadu. With hardly three months left for TANCET 2025, here we present a systematic yet crisp strategy that would help aspirants get the basic idea of the TANCET syllabus and prepare for the concepts, but also in devising a test-taking strategy as well. Three months may seem insufficient for fool-proof preparation but if a person has his basics in place and he follows a rigorous study schedule with a precise plan of action, he surely stands a chance to clear this exam.
This article will discuss a step-by-step study plan to help you prepare for TANCET 2025 in just three months. To make the best of the remaining time, aspirants must plan it right. Notably, execution entirely depends on an individual’s dedication and perseverance. One needs to adapt to the changing circumstances according to his/her need.
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How to Crack TANCET in Three Months
Understanding TANCET Exam Pattern
Q: How much should I score on the TANCET to get into the best colleges?
Q: What is the difficulty level of TANCET exam?
TANCET exam is considered moderate in terms of difficulty. For MBA exams, the difficulty standards is typically compared with the CAT exam. In comparison with the CAT difficulty level, TANCET is considered easy to crack. This is because the total number of test takers is less if compared to CAT exam, additionally, the difficulty level of the questions asked is easier than the CAT exam.
Q: Is it easy to get high scores in TANCET exam?
Yes, it is easy to get high scores in TANCET exam to meet the cutoff scores. All what needs to be done is hard work. Every exam is easy or tough based on the overall preparation. The TANCET question pattern is simple if compared with other MBA entrance exams including, CAT XAT CMAT etc. TANCET MBA has five sections with 20 marks for each section. Additionally, all the sections have equal number of questions. The sections appearing in TANCET MBA exam include:
- Section 1 - Business Situations
- Section 2 - Reading Comprehension
- Section 3 - Quantitative Ability
- Section 4 - Data Sufficiency
- Section 5 English Usage
Candidates preparing as per the TANCET exam pattern and syllabus will not face any issues to meet the TANCET cutoff rank/scores.
An aspirant should first go through the exam pattern to understand the marking scheme, subjects, and weightage of each subject in the exam. There are seven courses prescribed under the TANCET exam. The question paper for MBA and MCA & MCA (LE) courses will have 100 questions divided into five and four parts, respectively. Check below for more details on the TANCET exam pattern:
| Programmes |
MBA |
MCA/MCA (LE) |
|---|---|---|
| Mode of TANCET Exam |
Offline |
Offline |
| Duration of test |
2 hours |
2 hours |
| Number of sections |
5 (Business Situations, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Data Sufficiency and English Usage) |
4 (Quantitative Ability, Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Computer Awareness |
| Sectional Weightage |
20 marks allotted to each section |
25 marks allotted to each section |
| Total Marks |
100 |
100 |
| Negative Marks |
1/3 |
1/3 |
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Aspirants should go through the TANCET syllabus for their respective courses and devise a plan accordingly. Candidates can start with their weak subjects and should not lose time in getting the queries sorted. Simultaneously, one should be mindful enough to keep practising the subject that he or she considers easier. If a candidate is good at maths, it will take lesser time for him to cover the aptitude and DI sections. Similarly, if a candidate regularly reads, sailing through the Reading comprehension and English Usage section would be easier.
TANCET syllabus comprises of various topics from the below-mentioned subjects
TANCET Syllabus for MBA
- Business Situations
- Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Ability
- Data Sufficiency
- English Usage
TANCET Syllabus for MCA and MCA (LE)
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Analytical Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Computer Awareness
TANCET syllabus for MTech, ME, MArch, MPlan
- Engineering Mathematics
- Basic Engineering & Sciences
- Basic Engineering & Sciences
Take online mock tests: Practising mocks comes with its benefit. In the initial phase, it will help an aspirant find his weak links. Once he finishes the conceptual problems and brushes up on his basics, a candidate can focus on speed and accuracy. Aspirants should also solve previous year's TANCET question papers to better understand the exam pattern. By taking mocks in the stipulated time, an aspirant will also learn to handle pressure and ace time management.
Q: Which section of the TANCET exam has the highest weightage?
The TANCET exam has five sections, namely,
- Business Situations
- Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Ability
- Data Sufficiency
- English Usage
As per the TANCET exam pattern, a total of 100 questions are asked collectively from all sections of the TANCET exam. All five section of TANCET MBA exam have equal weightage. Therefore, candidates have to answer a total of 20 questions, irrespective of the section. Since all sections of the TANCET exam have equal weightage, candidates must take all sections seriously. Each section of TANCET exam holds identical importance.
Q: Which are the most important topics to focus for TANCET preparation?
Hi, TANCET sections include Questions from Business situations, Comprehension Passage, Graduate level Mathematics, Determining Data Sufficiency, English Language. The important topics to focus while preparing for TANCET are same as CMAT. Here are few tips which you should consider while preparing for TANCET.
1) Try preparing all the topics listed in the official syllabus. Leaving any topic will risk your chances of obtaining a high score. However, at the last minute, avoid picking up a new topic.
2) Candidates should choose or select the appropriate study material so that they can easily understand it and it will help them to understand the structure of the exam. Negative marking is applicable in the test.
3) Therefore, another TANCET MBA preparation tip is to avoid guesswork. Mark the answers which you are sure of else leave them unanswered. The candidates must concentrate on enhancing their vocabulary as they will have to answer different questions in this section of the exam. Read the newspaper on a daily basis, it will help you prepare for the further rounds of admission. Hope it helps.
Q: How many months are sufficient for TANCET preparation?
For TANCET preparation, a focused study period of 2-3 months should be sufficient, especially if you've had placement training before.
Here is a breakdown of the TANCET preparation strategy:
- Arithmetic Aptitude: Brush up on basic arithmetic concepts. Some areas for focus under the section includes problem-solving, and working on speed and accuracy.
- Reading Comprehension: One must improve the reading skills by practicing variety of comprehension passages. Focus on understanding the theme of the passage.
- Reasoning: One must solve puzzles to enhance logical reasoning abilities. Additionally, candidates must practise different types of reasoning questions, and familiarise themselves with topics that have been repeating in the past sessions.
- Business Analysis: This section is unique to the TANCET exam. Candidates will have to interpret business scenarios and propose solutions. One must practice by analysing case studies and business problems to develop their analytical skills.
Q: How can I prepare for TANCET MBA by self-study? What are the materials I have to use?
Tips and tricks to clear TANCET exam include
- Clearing your concepts and basics
- Taking mock tests
- Practicing previous year's question papers/sample papers
- Focus on improving speed and accuracy
- Time Management using techniques such as the Pomodoro technique
- Revision using short notes
- Avoid starting any new topics in the last phase of TANCET preparation
- Prepare a clear and defined exam day strategy
- Know your strength and weaknesses
Coming to the second part of the question, some of the recommended books to prepare for TANCET exam include:
- TANCET MBA Superior Guide by S. SAMBASIVAN and Dr. D. ANTONY XAVIER
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. Aggarwal
- Quantitative Aptitude by S. N. Jha
- Reasoning Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal) by Dr. M. B. Lal & A. K. Singh.
Q: Which book will be best to prepare for TANCET Exam?
Stay motivated and confident: It often happens we start our preparation with a lot of enthusiasm but after a few days, we tend to lose focus owing to lethargy or confusion but a candidate who learns to overcome these little hurdles has a better chance to make it through the exam. If you have 90 days to prepare for an exam, every single day you need to keep your motivation level high and invest your time in the best possible manner.
Keep learning tricks and shortcuts: To get a good score in TANCET 2025, it is imperative for an aspirant to learn the quickest and surest way to solve answers. In the aptitude and reasoning sections, various shortcut methods would come in handy in solving problems. Additionally, an aspirant should work to increase his calculation speed, it is advisable that a candidate should keep away from using calculating devices while solving problems.
Revision: Revision is the most important part of the preparation period. All efforts may not turn into a good score, if one fails to revise the topics s/he has toiled through the preparation period. Even if you have been able to cover 2/3rd of the syllabus in 45 days, it is important to revise this part even as you continue to learn new topics. Building on your strengths while covering new ground is the best way to prepare for an exam. Here is what you can do for a thorough revision
- Revise important concepts, theorem and topic-wise formulae
- Focus on points that have not been practised enough
- Never revise the entire syllabus in one go, divide time for each subject and revise accordingly
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