To Ace the IIMC RTV Entrance Exam

Krittika De graduated with English Honors from Loreto College in 2012. She is 3rd topper of Radio & Television Department, 2012-2013 batch. Krittika is working with Asian News International (ANI).

Only 4 days left before the D day and too much of advice and counseling before one of the most important days in your life will not do much good. Or so I believe.  Increasing of heartbeat, nervous tantrums and bouts of frustration are some of the common symptoms that you all must be going through. But the mantra is “DO NOT PANIC”. Cracking IIMCEE is not a Herculean task and people who crack it are not super humans. Focus, dedication and love for news are sure to get you the ticket to this premier Institute.

 By now, all of you must have brushed up your current affairs, about the different happenings around you. Yes, I feel a little sorry for you as a lot did happen this year, which might make an appearance in this years’ entrance, so make sure you don’t miss out on anything.  While answering the broad questions, you need to be crisp, to the point and clear; beating about the bush never helps!!  They generally ask you for your opinion, and if you are confused, your answer will obviously reflect the same. So for all the current happenings, make sure you can take your own stand.

Reading of newspapers is a must, preferably more than one and this is one thing that will never change, even after you get a job. But that doesn’t mean, you’ll mug up the news and vomit them on your answer scripts. Nah.…Journalism does not work that way!  Try to compare and analyze the angles taken by the different newspapers and their editorials, and write your own article with your viewpoints. Will give you practice as well as improve your writing skills.

After the long questions, there will be a segment that will require you to write short notes on personalities, stating as to why they have currently been in news. Let me tell you, this is the most scoring part; because if you know your current affairs and GK correctly, you might as well score full marks here. And for RTV aspirants, it’s important that you track news bulletins to stay abreast of news and issues. Watch a little bit of “The Devil’s Advocate”, a little of “The News Hour”, and some of “We the People”; will give you an idea  about different political parties, HR groups and civil society’s take on a particular issue and help to broaden your perspective.

Lastly, and most importantly, BE CONFIDENT. Have faith in yourself and your skills. Because as Bill Cosby very rightly said,
“In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.”

So, do away with all those fear and anxiety bugs, relax and rip the entrance, because trust me every bit of your effort will be totally worth it. IIMC is beautiful and you’ll love it here!!

Best of luck, mates! Hope to see you guys soon in the industry. Cheers J