What are the recommended books for the English section in CDS 2026 exam?
It is important to improve vocabulary and understand the usage of grammar for the CDS exam English section. Candidates can check here some of the books that can help in the preparation-"Word Power Made Easy" by Norman Lewis, Wren & Martin's High School English Grammar & Com, etc.
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Check out topics included in English language proficiency section of JAGMAT exam:
English Language Proficiency (JAGMAT Syllabus) | ||
|---|---|---|
Vocabulary | Reading Comprehension | Sentence correction |
Verbal Reasoning | Parajumbles | One word substitution |
Grammar | Syllogisms | Analogies |
Contextual usage | Idioms | Critical Reasoning |
For applying at Oxford University for its Engineering courses, international students must show the proof of English Language scores. Language test score requirements for UG courses are mentioned below for international students-
Test | Minimum Score/Grade |
|---|---|
110 | |
7.5 | |
C1 Advanced | 191, with 185 per component |
C2 Proficiency | 191, with 185 per component |
PTE | 76 |
International students will have to submit proof of English proficiency to be able to enroll in a Laurea or BSc courses at Polimi. The minimum test scores are mentioned below-
- IELTS- 5 overall
- TOEFL iBT- 59 or >3,5
- Cambridge- B2 First - Grade C
International students will have to submit proof of English proficiency to be able to enroll in a Laurea Magistrale or MSc courses at Polimi. The minimum test scores are mentioned below-
- IELTS- 6 overall
- PTE- 59 overall
- TOEFL iBT- 78 or >4,5
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