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ACJ Entrance Exam Syllabus for English Correct misspelled words, parentheses, and Tenses, and Make sentences using words, Verbs, Prepositions, and Essay writing. ACJ Entrance Exam Syllabus for General Knowledge: Scientific discoveries, Space exploration eg. Cassini-Huygens, Economics (understanding of terms like GDP), New Media Terms (What is an Ipad? ), Identifying people who have been in the news in the past year, Events or people associated with the 1857 revolution, and Events or people associated with Gandhi and the Freedom Struggle. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha ACJ exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/college/asian-college-of-journalism-acj/acj-entrance-exam). I hope this will help you.

ACJ exam pattern:
For PG Diploma in Journalism Course:
1- English
Duration: 2 Hours
Total Marks: 100
2- General Knowledge
Duration: 2 Hours
Total Marks: 100
Total: 200
For PG Diploma in Business & Financial Journalism Course:
1- Basic Maths.
2- English language skills and facility.
3- Current Affairs and general knowledge. Besides, there will also be a question wherein students have to write a 200-word essay on a given subject. The question aims at testing the writing ability of students. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha ACJ exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/college/asian-college-of-journalism-acj/acj-entrance-exam-pattern). I hope this will help you.

The ACJ conducts the Asian College of Journalism Entrance Exam in order to offer candidates admission to various postgraduate Diploma courses offered at the institute. The diplomas offered at the Asian College of Journalism are as follows:
1- Post-graduation Diploma in Journalism.
2- Post graduation Diploma in BFJ (Business and Financial Journalism).
3- The Asian College of Journalism entrance exam is a national-level examination that is conducted every year as a computer-based test. The entrance exam evaluates students in two parts- English language skills and general knowledge. The Asian College of Journalism exam is followed by an online interview. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha ACJ exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/college/asian-college-of-journalism-acj/acj-entrance-exam). I hope this will help you.

Yes, the National Institute of Open Schooling is very useful & highly advisable for candidates who fail in the CBSE board exams. You can pass classes 10 and 10+2 in the same academic year. This is possible only if you Apply for the National Institute of Open Schooling on-demand exam stream 4 class 12th. Therefore National Institute of Open Schooling on-demand exam Class 12th is a new lifeline for the unsuccessful students of class 12th who appeared in class 12th board exams in 2023 but failed. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha National Institute of Open Schooling exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/boards/nios). I hope this will help you.

Pass and Certification Criteria
1- Course: Secondary Course
Pass Criteria: A minimum of 33 percent marks in the aggregate (Theory and Practicals both are applicable) in the public examination. Certification Criteria: Pass in 5 subjects including at least one but not more than two languages
2- Course: Senior Secondary Course
Pass Criteria: A minimum of 33 percent marks (separately in theory and Practicals in subjects having both and also in aggregate) in the public examination. Certification Criteria: Pass in 5 subjects including at least one but not more than two languages. Five subjects with either one or two languages from Group A and the remaining subjects from Group B, C, D, E, and F (only one subject from each group C, D, E, and F). For more details, you may visit the Shiksha NIOS exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/boards/nios). I hope this will help you.

NIOS On-Demand Examination: The NIOS also launched the concept of NIOS ODE (On-Demand Examination), wherein the students can take the examination when they are prepared for it. There will not be any set time or schedule for the students to take the exam. The concept was first introduced in 2003 at the secondary level and proved to be a great step in the direction of flexibility and distance learning. It made the total system of examination independent of the time frame, further helping the students to perform better as they could take the examination as per their wish. After witnessing success at the secondary level, the concept was re-introduced in 2007 at the senior secondary level. Currently, on-demand examinations are being conducted at the National Institute of Open Schooling headquarters in Noida and at its regional centers at the secondary and senior secondary levels. The on-demand examination result is declared and published through the National Institute of Open Schooling website during the last week of every month for the examinations conducted in the preceding month. On-Demand Examination, wherein the students can take the examination when they are prepared for it. There will not be any set time or schedule for the students to take the exam. The concept was first introduced in 2003 at the secondary level and proved to be a great step in the direction of flexibility and distance learning. It made the total system of examination independent of the time frame, further helping the students to perform better as they could take the examination as per their wish. After witnessing success at the secondary level, the concept was re-introduced in 2007 at the senior secondary level. Currently, on-demand examinations are being conducted at the National Institute of Open Schooling headquarters in Noida and at its regional centers at the secondary and senior secondary levels. The on-demand examination result is declared and published through the National Institute of Open Schooling website during the last week of every month for the examinations conducted in the preceding month. I hope this will help you.

It is a little bit difficult for working people, but as we all have heard, where there is a will, there is a way. So, coming to the point, working people can also prepare for the UPSC if they manage their time well. All you have to do is use your time properly. Make a weekly timetable and follow it; dedicate 5 to 6 hours daily to your preparation, and you will feel confident. Wake up early in the morning and study; you can also read the newspaper at that time. If you use public transport to reach your workplace, then you can also make e-notes and revise them while you are traveling. The most difficult part is setting your mood for study after coming from the office, so take a little rest and be fresh. If you want a dose of motivation, watch any of the topper's interviews; they will boost your willpower. Then again, start your preparation. It appears difficult, which it is, but it is not impossible. Just remember, if your mind can conceive it and your heart can believe it, then you surely can achieve it. I hope this will help you.

If you are a fresher, the first step in preparing for your Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Mains exam is to choose your optional subjects and thoroughly study the syllabus for all subjects. Many candidates make the mistake of not studying the syllabus, thus rendering their preparation directionless. You should understand which topics require more effort from you and decide your schedule accordingly, adhering to it religiously. Appropriate time should be given to all the subjects. The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission places a high value on current events. Mains preparation: make a habit of reading the editorials, formulating a question, and writing it down. The next step is the answer writing practice, and I cannot emphasize it enough. You should start by attempting the previous year's papers. It must be noted that you must try to get it evaluated by your peers and teachers, as feedback on your answers is how you improve your writing skills. Finally, don't lose sight of your goal. For an exam like the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Mains, consistency is the only key to success. I hope this will help you.

UPPCS preparation material is listed below;
History Books:
1- All history NCERTs
2- Ancient India by RS Sharma
3- Medieval history of India by Satish Chandra
4- Modern History of India by BL Grover
5- A brief history of modern India by Spectrum. Geography Books:
1- Fundamentals of Physical Geography NCERT Class 11
2- Certificate Physical and Human Geography G C Long
3- Geography - A Comprehensive Study - Mahesh Kumar Barnwal
4- Geography of India by Majid Hussain
5- Census of Uttar Pradesh
Indian Economy Books:
1- Indian Economic Development NCERT
2- Introduction to Macroeconomics NCERT
3- Introduction to Microeconomics NCERT
Economic Survey Books:
1- Indian Economy by Lal and Lal
2- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
Indian Polity Books:
1- Constitution of India Bare Act
2- Indian polity by Laxmikant
3- Indian Constitution by P. M. Bakshi
Environment & Ecology Books:
1- Environmental Studies Books of IGNOU and NOS
2- Environment Book by Shankar IAS Academy
Science and Technology Books:
1- Science and Technology by Ravi Agrahari
2- Newspaper columns dedicated to technology
Current Affairs:
1- Newspapers from Indian Express
2- Press Information Bureau (PIB) website
3- Monthly Current Affairs magazine
4- Yojana and Kurukshetra monthly magazines
For more details, you may visit the Shiksha UPPCS exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/uppsc-uppcs-exam-books). I hope this will help you.