Common Admission Test is one of the toughest exams in India and is a widely accepted entrance exam for almost all the top B-schools in the country. Ideally, one needs an approximate time of 10-12 months of preparation to crack CAT exam in the first attempt. So, it is important to invest quality time while preparing for one of the toughest entrance exams.

There are two courses of action one can take,

• Firstly, the traditional way of self-learning,
• Secondly, receiving professional CAT coaching.

To do self-study for CAT, one should be well disciplined, procure proper study material and stick to a strategized study plan. Needless to say, one cannot always maintain the tempo because of additional responsibilities and/or work pressures.

Benefits of IBPS-PO Coaching Classes over Self-study:

•  Help to gain the desired expertise to achieve a high percentile in the exam.
•  Ensures study in an organized and focused manner. Mentors always keep tabs on individual progress from time to time and keep on motivating.
•  Professionals with years of experience in the way the exam is conducted, the types of questions plausible and the best approach to solve them; make sure the concepts of the aspirants are sound and give more than one solution to tricky problems.
•  These experts ascertain proper focus is maintained while preparing for the exam which tends to deviate with self-study. They are well aware of the topics which are more important and provide with the required problem-solving techniques to solve different problems.
•  Appropriate study material and guidelines on relevant topics, exam pattern and methods of solving numerical and analytical questions are given by the experts.
•  Doubt clarification is easier especially when teachers are present to guide the aspirants (rather than struggling and finding solutions alone).
•  Regular mock tests provided by coaching institutes prepare the candidates for surprises in the exam.
•  Candidates’ performance analysis is given by experts to let them know their weaknesses and strengths. Interaction with mentors/experts helps to understand the weaker sections and decide the future course of action.

Banking is one of the most popular careers in India. Bank exams are highly competitive as every year lacs of candidates compete for a limited number of vacancies. Preparing for bank exams could be daunting, if you are writing a bank exam for the first time or weak in Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge. Getting the right guidance at the right time can help you crack the banking exam sooner than later. When you are looking for Bank coaching institutes, don’t forget to keep in mind the following things before enrolling yourself:

Reviews by students

Reviews by students are by far the most reliable information that can help you choose the right coaching institute for bank exams. We suggest that you take your time in reading the reviews of coaching institutes and find out which institute would be right for you. Top coaching institutes for banking exams, generally earn great reviews from students and experts equally. After you have done all the necessary research, visit few of the selected institutes or talk to the representatives, to get a clear idea which one of the institutes will be great to join.

Quality faculty members

The backbone of any bank coaching center is its faculty members. Think of Wharton, Oxford, IIMs in India, they are great learning institutes because they have the greatest teachers as faculty. So when you venture out in search of the best bank coaching centre, always check how strong the faculty members’ teaching profiles are. This you can easily find by visiting their LinkedIn profiles, articles or blogs, Google Plus or any other public profiles, which will give you fair idea about their relevant bank coaching experience and quality of teaching.

Comprehensive study materials

Comprehensive study materials can play a huge role in making your preparation easy. Quality study materials can help you understand numerical concepts, reasoning rules, English language, and computer knowledge, a lot simpler and easier. Plus, if a coaching institute provides crisp and to-the-point relevant and useful study materials, your hard work and inputs can be reduced to a great deal.

Success records

Nothing speaks volumes for a bank coaching institute more than success records of previous students. If an institute had successful records, it will have a list of students who have cleared bank exams. Don’t get carried away by big advertisements and pictures on their reception area or walls. Always do a little research on your own and find the genuineness of their claims.

Infrastructure

Before you sign up with a bank coaching centre ensure that you check how well-equipped their infrastructures are. A coaching institute with excellent and well-maintained infrastructure will give an edge to your bank exam preparation.

Size of the class

Size of your class will determine whether you will get individual attention from bank coaching experts. If a batch has too many students, it will be difficult to clear individual doubts. Discuss regarding this with the coaching institute and get clarifications beforehand.

Fee structure

Check out the fee structure of few bank coaching centres. Don’t forget to discuss about discounts. If you find a coaching institute is great, have quality trainers and a good track record, and the fee are reasonable then go for it. However, you must always pay higher importance to quality of education than amount of fees. Because if a coaching institute can help you reach your goal, then even if it charges a little more, it should be fine.

Class timings

Timing is important. If you find a convenient class timing, then it will be easy for you to attend the classes. Check with the institute whether it can offer you the class slots you are looking for.