Sure success mantra for CPT exam

CPT is just a beginning for CA course. CPT is very first level for CA exam. Its not that much hard to clear CPT exam, any student can clear CPT exam only if he/she is clear with basic concepts. For CPT it is mandatory to be good in basic concepts. CPT is conducted twice a year in the month of june and december. You have two papers with 2 sections each and you have to score atleast 30% marks in each section with an aggregate of 50% marks.

Tips for success in CPT exam

• Accounts covers the maximum marks of 60 marks in CPT exam, you should give more attention to accounts. If you are from commerce background you are already known to fundamentals of accounts but for those who are from non-commerce background , need to clear concepts of accounts. Practice as many problems as you can along with theory.
• Mercantile Law is comparatively easy subject and you can easily score good marks. You don't need to give as much time to this subject, the only thing is you should be clear with all the concepts and various provisions of all Laws.
• Economics is an interesting subject, it have two parts micro economics and macro economics. Macro economics is comparatively easy and scoring subject. You can score well in this subject if you are clear with all concepts. This subject is about national economics and government policies that affects the economy of the nation.
• Quantitative Aptitude is a tough one. It have two portions maths and statistics, statistics is comparatively easier than maths. You need to give special attention to this subject. Make a proper plan for it and solve as much questions as you can.
• First of all design a proper schedule for your study in advance, it will really help you out in your studies and minimize your stress. Prepare a list of important topics and weight them accordingly with the help of scanner.
• Time management is a key factor to clear exam. You should utilize your time properly to clear CPT in first attempt. You need to allocate your time to each chapter and revision as well.  
• Self analysis is very important to figure out that every thing is going as per plan. For self analysis it is necessary to solve mock test paper and previous year exam papers as well.
• While revision focus on your weaker areas and try to strengthen them by dedicating more time on them. You should have a proper revision plan so you can revise accordingly and effectively. start revision 1 month prior to exam for scoring good marks.
• While exam don't try to attempt all the questions only go for those with whom you are 100% confirm because CPT have negative marking also, you will loose 0.25 mark for every wrong answer.